McCalls 6247 jacket

I finally got my photographer to take a photo of this jacket. In fact, this is the first time I've worn it cos I'd totally forgotten I'd even made it! That's a bit tragic. :)

So....this jacket is very loose and very long so I took 3.5 inches off the length. Lucky, cos the neckband piece is incorrect - it's 3.5 inches too short for the jacket. I knew this, so made mine a little longer just in case and then chopped off the excess later.

Small annoying things

• Neckband applied after hemming - leaves a bit sticking out below the hem
• Pockets make the side seams stick out on my already ample hips - not a good look
• Upper arm/underarm areas a bit snug - could be my fabric but I think it needs more ease, especially if wearing a long sleeved top underneath

Other than that, it's not a bad jacket. I just don't like it on me. But my friend said it looked OK & it does the job. But am I ever happy?? Apparently not. :)

In the pic, I'm wearing it with my top from the same pattern (sleeveless) & my newly purchased burgundy beret which just happens to match the print & keeps my head warm at the same time!

McCalls 6247

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Size 16

Fabric: Black ponte purchased from Lincrap Castle Hill

2nd June 2011 $17.95 p/metre