Saturday, March 25, 2017

DIY Moto Jacket [Sew What? Series Simplicity Mimi G 8174]

DIY Moto Jacket & Jeans [made for and modeled by my daughter Mori]

Spring has spring and this jacket is perfect! Soooo I had extra fabric left from my Keira Jumpsuit that was posted on the Fabric Mart Blog and I wanted to make some type of jacket with the left-overs. I have everyone of Mimi G's patterns because I love to show my support but more importantly they are nice choices to add to any wardrobe. Now I think I posted all my patterns on IG when I was sorting them and I have to tell ya, I gots a lot of patterns! So although I have all of her patterns I have not made all the garments yet. I first made her coat [Simplicity 1060] and her jeans [Simplicity 8222] and I love that pattern. I also have a few in my to-do pile. I decided to use this pattern because I wanted to make a Moto jacket. I love how this jacket turned out and Mori will be able to dress it up or down.

Pattern: Simplicity 8174
Pattern Sizing: H5 [6-14]  U5 [16-24]
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes it did.
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes they were.
Fabric Used: Cotton Sateen [Fabric from Fabric Mart]
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:  None
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes and Yes!
Conclusion: This jacket is super cute and who doesn't love a Moto jacket? I was surprised how easy it was to put this together. This was a no fuss no problem project and definitely a pattern to put on your to-make list.

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13 comments

  1. Love this jacket!!! Great choice of fabric. Your daughter looks beautiful as always. Is the jacket lined?

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    1. Yes, I did'tn take any inside pics of the jacket but I will take a few. This is a great pattern, I am going to test out a Burda Moto jacket pattern that I have an compare the two.Thanks for stopping by.

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  2. This is such a fun jacket! Your daughter is lucky she has you to sew things for her.

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    1. Siobhan, I agree she is lucky and I have to remind her of that most times when I tell her I need to take pictures! But once we get started it usually ends up OK.

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  3. Very nice Ms. Michelle! I really love what you did with both pieces and looks like Ms. Mori love them too! They look super chic on her!

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  4. I do not know which is lovelier, Mori or the jacket. I love everything you post on here. It takes me back to the 60's 70's a lot of times.

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    1. Thanks Deborah, I can see whatcha talking about with that fabric.

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  5. Michelle, this jacket is GORGEOUS!!! Love love love! Mori must really be the envy of her friends with all the fantastic stuff you make her though.

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    1. Right, she's one lucky gal but the funny thing is since she is my child I have to keep reminding her of that!

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  6. Wow - another total winner! I'm in awe of the imaginative way you combine patterns, fabrics, and sewing skills to come up with beautiful, unique, perfectly-executed garments that vibrate with artistic energy. And of course, the model is gorgeous too, and you can take some credit for that as well!

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  7. Don't know who's cuter, the jacket or your daughter! My granddaughter wants one---I have the perfect fabric to make it out of! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  8. You and Mori can do no wrong! It's safe to say that all of us want you to adopt us as your kids!

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