I just made it! I finished my first Garment of the Month last night! Here it is.
The pattern? Vogue 8605, again!
The fabric? A chunky , two side ,sweater knit bought at Fabricville. It looks like a jacket but is really an unlined ,long cardi.
Style changes? Yes, quite a few.
Here are my other versions of V8605,a pattern with which I've had a long term relationship.
Special features of this version include:
A single layer collar using the "wrong" side of my knit and different from the shawl collar shown on the pattern envelope..
(the under side of the collar)
Other minor changes . I lengthened the sleeves and I used four buttons instead of one shown on the pattern.
I'm very pleased with the way this turned out. My topper is cozy and fashionable (I think) and the colour is a real change for me as I don't have any other green garments in my winter wardrobe . I see it as mostly casual ( I am now working on a pair of dark green , stretch denim jeans as part of a three piece combo ), but I could probably wear this over a dress or skirt .
I can't wait to wear this one. It really fits into my lifestyle as a retired woman!
What do you think?
More later from
15 comments:
I do love green, but tend to buy more blues (?) What is that about??? You look wonderful in that green topper. You have gotten lots of mileage out of that pattern! Well done!
I agree that you look wonderful in your new topper--that shade of green definitely suits you!
You look great. I pulled that pattern out for my next project. I hope you don't mind if I borrow some of your ideas. :-)
That color is very becoming on you. Lovely coat! Looks comfy, cozy and warm.
I love it.. The color is just perfect.
Wow - such a versatile pattern! I have it in my collection . . . . it is probably time to pull it out and make something up! Your jackets are all very lovely!
That is a wonderful shade of green that looks good on you - and will go with neutrals such as navy. It will be a great casual jacket for your lifestyle. It certainly is a lovely pattern. Thank you for the hint about the buttons - an old trick but a good one.
How lovely and cosy! I think this is my favourite of all the versions.
Wow, looks amazing! And you definitely wear more of that green; it's very you! :)x
It looks great on you and love the colour as well. Interesting how the one pattern can have so many looks!
Lovely cardigan, pretty colour and looks like it will be a favourite in your wardrobe. Love the sweater knit.
Perfection! Love the color, the model, and you've made it so special with every sigle detail!
Hi, Diana -
I love that coat, especially the pocket and collar details. I looks great on you, too. Wear it proudly in good health.
Beautiful, and such a pretty color on you, Diana!
I love your coat! What a great green color and looks great on you!
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