AnielskaAniela: A Blog for Sewing Lovers and DIY Enthusiasts

November 06, 2023

Free PDF Pattern and Tutorial: How to Sew a Stylish Jacket for Any Occasion

Do you want to learn how to sew a jacket that looks amazing and fits you perfectly? You’ve come to the right place! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make a jacket from scratch, using a free PDF pattern that’s easy to follow and customize. You can choose from different lengths, fabrics, and designs to create a jacket that suits your personality and wardrobe. I’ll also teach you how to add lining, pockets, buttons, and other details that make your jacket stand out. By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a stunning jacket that you can wear with pride and confidence.

How to Choose the Best Fabric for Your Jacket

The first step to sewing a jacket is to pick the right fabric. You want a fabric that’s durable, comfortable, and matches your style. I suggest using medium-weight fabrics like cotton, linen, denim, velveteen, gabardine, wool, flannel, or tweed. These fabrics are great for jackets because they’re easy to work with and suitable for all seasons.

How to Find Your Fit and Adjust the Pattern

The next step is to measure yourself and adjust the pattern to your size. I provide a size chart and instructions on how to take your bust and hip measurements. You can also modify the pattern to your preferred length, whether you want a crop jacket or a long jacket. This way, you can ensure that your jacket fits you flawlessly and flatters your figure.

How to Print and Cut the Pattern and Fabric

The third step is to print and cut the pattern and fabric. I’ve designed a free PDF pattern that you can easily print at home and assemble. I’ll guide you through the process of cutting the pattern and fabric pieces accurately and efficiently. This step is important for a smooth and successful sewing experience.

Check out my step by step and super easy posts on :

How to Print and Assemble Free PDF Sewing Patterns Using A4 Paper Size

How to Print, Assemble, and Cut Out My Free PDF Patterns (With Tips and Tools)

How to Sew the Jacket Pieces Together

The fourth step is to sew the jacket pieces together. Don’t worry if you’re a beginner, we’ll explain everything in detail and with clear pictures. You’ll learn how to sew the front, back, sleeves, collar, and cuffs of your jacket. We’ll also show you a pattern hack tutorial for those who want to add some extra flair to their jacket design.

How to Add Lining, Pockets, and Buttons to Your Jacket

The fifth step is to add the finishing touches to your jacket. You’ll learn how to add a lining to your jacket for extra warmth and elegance. You’ll also learn how to sew pockets and attach buttons to your jacket. These features will make your jacket more practical and stylish.

How to Style Your Jacket for Different Occasions

The final step is to enjoy your new jacket and show it off. You can wear your jacket with various outfits, from casual to formal. You’ll be amazed by how versatile and fashionable your jacket is.

Dress It Up with a White Dress and Heels One way to style your plaid jacket is to pair it with a white or cream dress and heels. This will create a feminine and sophisticated look that’s perfect for a date night, a wedding, or a formal event. The contrast between the plaid pattern and the solid-color dress will make your jacket pop and draw attention to your face. You can also accessorize with some jewelry, a clutch, or a belt to complete the look.

Layer It Over a Sweater and Jeans Another way to style your plaid jacket is to layer it over a sweater and jeans. This will create a cozy and casual look that’s ideal for a day out, a brunch, or a shopping spree. The layering will keep you warm and comfortable, while the plaid jacket will add some color and texture to your outfit. You can also add a scarf or a hat for some extra warmth and flair.

Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial :

You’ve learned all the essential information about how to sew this amazing jacket. Now it’s time to watch my detailed video tutorial where I show you every step of the process. You’ll see how to cut, sew, and finish your jacket with ease and confidence. Don’t miss this chance to create your own stunning jacket that you can wear and love.

Video tutorial on how to sew a jacket.

Congratulations, you’ve just made a wonderful jacket that you can be proud of. You’ve also learned some valuable sewing skills that you can apply to other projects. I hope you had fun and felt inspired by this tutorial. I’d love to hear from you and see your photos of your jacket. Feel free to share your feedback, questions, or suggestions with us. And don’t forget to check out our other posts and products for more sewing inspiration and fun.

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October 29, 2023

How to Sew a Stunning Midi Dress with Pockets and Corset Back: A New Video Tutorial

Hi everyone,

I’m thrilled to share with you my latest video tutorial on how to sew a stunning midi dress with side pockets and corset back. This is a beautiful and versatile dress that you can wear for any occasion.

What is a Midi Dress?

A midi dress is a type of dress that rises above the ankles but falls below the knees, otherwise known as the mid-calf. There are various patterns and styles to choose from to fit your body shape and fashion preference. A midi dress is not the same as a maxi dress, which falls all the way down to the floor or the ankle.

How to Sew a Midi Dress with Pockets and Corset Back

In this video, you’ll learn how to:

Create your own pattern from scratch or adjust the existing one
Cut and sew the fabric pieces together
Add side pockets and a corset back to your dress
Style your dress with different shoes and accessories

Plus, I have a special bonus for you: a free PDF printable pattern that you can download and print at home. This pattern is designed to fit most body types and sizes, and it’s super easy to use.

French Curved Rulers

In this video, I’ll show you how to use French curved rulers to make this dress. French curved rulers are curved rulers used in sewing, fashion design and pattern making. They are used to make sewing patterns and to adapt existing curved lines on patterns such as armhole, neckline, waistline, and hip line.

French curved rulers help you create smooth and natural curves that fit your body shape and style. They also help you mark seam allowance and grading on your patterns.

I have a whole post on French curved rulers on my blog, where I explain what they are, how to use them, and what types of curves they have.

Plus, as a bonus for my readers and viewers, I have created 6 different French curved rulers that you can download and print for free. These rulers are based on the most common and useful curves for sewing and pattern making.

Styling Your Dress for Any Occasion

Now that you have your dress ready, you can have fun styling it for any occasion. Here are some ideas on how to accessorize your dress and create different looks:

For a casual day look, pair your dress with flats or sneakers, a denim jacket or a cardigan, and a tote bag or a backpack.
For a romantic date night look, pair your dress with heels or wedges, a leather jacket or a blazer, and a clutch or a crossbody bag.
For a formal event look, pair your dress with pumps or sandals, a faux fur coat or a shawl, and a statement necklace or earrings.

The possibilities are endless! You can mix and match different shoes, jackets, bags, and jewelry to create your own style.

So if you want to learn how to make this chic and comfy dress, click here to watch the video now. And don’t forget to leave me a comment below and tell me what you think of this dress or what other projects you’d like me to make.

I hope you enjoy this video tutorial and find it helpful. Happy sewing! 😊

P.S. Stay tuned for my next video, where I’ll show you how to add bow sleeves to this dress for an extra touch of elegance.

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October 23, 2023

Euphoria Style Halter Top: A Simple Sewing Tutorial for Beginners

Hi everyone,

I have some exciting news for you today. I just uploaded a new video on my YouTube channel where I show you how to sew a halter top with drop neckline from any fabric.

This is a fun and easy project that you can do without using any ready pattern. You just need some fabric, scissors, pins, and a sewing machine. I’ll explain how to measure yourself, how to draw the lines on the fabric, how to cut and sew the pieces together, and how to add the tie straps at the back. You can adjust the neckline depth with the tie straps according to your preference.

My inspiration for this project was the Euphoria serial, which has some amazing outfits and styles. I love how my halter top turned out and I hope you will too.

You can watch the video here

My pattern can be sewn from both stretch and non stretch fabric, you just need to make minor changes to the pattern

Sewing the top with non stretch fabric:

Fabric Types:

Thin Lightweight fabrics

Silk Fabrics

Cotton Lawn

Viscose fabric

Cotton Voile

Sewing the top with stretch fabric:

Fabric Types:

Stretch jersey knit

Cotton jersey knit

Stretch cotton poplin

Stretch cotton shirting

Stretch cotton jacquard

changes that need to be made to the pattern when sewing with stretch fabric

Example

full bust measurements 96 :4 = 24 cm

1/4 bust measurements 24 cm - 2 cm = 22 cm

How to sew stretch fabric and How to Find Fabric Stretch Ratio for Pattern Making

You adjust the neckline depth with the tie at the back of the blouse, you add the length of the tie depending on the size you choose, examples below.

After cutting and sewing the tie straps on the sides, this is what the pattern looks like

How to sew a top :

150cm x 150cm square fold in half and fold in half again

in the side fold draw the length of the top 42 cm

on the top fold line draw a line depending on the size you choose, for example M size 60 cm

from the top 6 cm (tie thickness)

then 1/6 bust measurements 16 cm armhole

bust line 14 bust measurements 24 cm + 1 cm seam allowance = 25 cm

and waist line 1/4 waist measurements 17 cm + 1 cm seam allowance = 18 cm

connect waist line with bust and round armhole then cut

trace the width of the tie to the top on the side of the blouse and cut out 4 ties

pin the ties to the side of the blouse with right sides together and sew.

then fold the top in half right sides together and hem line, leave a 5 cm gap to turn the blouse right side out, sew the gap and the top is ready

If you enjoy this video, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe to my channel for more sewing tips and tutorials. You can also leave me a comment below and let me know what you think.

Thank you for your support and stay tuned for more sewing projects.

Happy sewing! 😊

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