I made a fun fitted jacket! You can do this – I impressed myself that I could. It’s made of fleece and using Simplicity Pattern 2812:
And I was so surprised how easy it was – came together really quickly, and I didn’t even need to call my mom to figure out what the pattern was saying. Ignore my pants and shoes in the picture – of course, in 2 days the temps went from record lows to the 70s – so the day I finished it, it was really warm out – not really jacket weather.
Ever since I saw the yellow jacket on Running With Scissors, I’ve had it in my mind to make something similar. That day at Joann’s, Simplicity Patterns were the ones one the $1 sale, so I grabbed Simplicity 2812 – and fleece was on sale, so that’s what I used. It’s like being wrapped in a blanket – love it. It’s not too thick because it’s not lined (it called for lining but I just skipped that part) – perfect.
My favorite part – the welts – those flap-things on the pockets. I used Amy Butler fabric and I think it just adds the right “pop”.
I also used that fabric on the buttons and on the inside of the stand collar for a few more fun “pops”.
LOVE how it turned out!!
Naomi says
that is great! I need new coats that are comfortable. I like the idea of using fleece, I would have never thought of that. I love your color choice and the amy butler print is perfect with it!
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says
It looks amazing!!!
Wendy says
Wow, fabulous jacket! I really like the style and I LOVE the colour, especially with the Amy Butler accents. Well done, you are such a pro!
Kaysi says
I’m so impressed mandy, great job!
Green Gracie Home says
I love the Amy Butler fabric and buttons – cute jacket, put you made it really pop!
The Loops says
I love the fabrics!
Stacy says
Wait, WHAT? You MADE that? As in sewed the whole thing? AMAZING! I struggle with a square pillow. You are a super star 🙂
WobiSobi says
It looks so good, Super great job!!
Steph says
Thanks for the tip on the pattern! I’ve been staring at my coat closet in dissatisfaction, and I think this might do the trick. Great job…beautiful colors!
Kassi @ Truly Lovely says
So cute! And it looks SO comfy!! Love the pops of color!!!
Tabitha says
Great job! I love sewing with fleece and skipping the lining too! The color is perfect to brighten cold days up a bit.
Young and Crafty says
It turned out super cute! I love the blue. I’m working on pants right now and I’m completely stumped on the welt part!
Hannah
Bethany says
Oh you’ve made me want to make this!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’ll have to keep the pattern number in my purse for when I’m out shopping.
Meg says
You did a really great job!
Nikki - Lilybug_Designs says
Fantastic! I love that you said you didn’t have to call your mom about the pattern. Patterns can really confuse the heck out of me and I’m always calling mom to get her to explain it. Haha.
Erica @ https://bisforboycreations.blogspot.com/ says
I love your choice of colors & fabrics- what a neat coat! I will have to check out that pattern…next time they’re on sale!
erica @ https://bisforboycreations.blogspot.com/
Life with the Websters! says
I really need to learn how to sew This is adorable beyond words!
Jessica Blood says
LOVE!! The coat, I have a very hard time finding a coat I like that’s not to heavy but fits right. I may keep an eye out for the pattern, and try to whip one up for my self.
Katie @ EyeSpyDIY says
That turned out amazing! And you are much braver than I am, I would be too scared to try and make a coat! Amazing job!
Katie's Nesting Spot says
It’s gorgegous; I love the aqua and the fabulous Amy Butler fabric. You’re right it’s just the thing to take you jacket from cute to fabulous.
Katri says
I LOVE it! Such a great look! Definitely the stylish way to pull of a fleece jacket!
Cardigans and Cookie Dough
Terra says
It turned out great! The colors are fabulous.
Susan @ Living with Punks says
So cute Mandy!!! I love the color of the fleece and of course, love the AB fabric 🙂 Good job figuring out the pattern, sometimes they can be a bugger.
~Susan
Jessica @ Running With Scissors says
Turned out great, fresh color for spring. Skipping the lining…love it. Fun to make something for yourself to wear!
the cape on the corner says
that is adorable! i love the lines of it, not something you usually see in fleece.
Condo Blues says
My spring and fall jacket is fleece and I love it! Nice job.
Jill says
Adorable! I’m bookmarking this one!
Frau Mondstrahl says
Looks great and the mixed fabrics works wonderful- and the pattern would be one that I want to have. But it wouldn´t look that nice with a bust that is that too much for such a pattern 😉
the colors would be great for my daughter. I will bookmark your side:)
Tara says
I love this design! Found it on pinterest today, and was so disappointed when I couldn’t find the pattern for sale anywhere! Do you know of anything similar?
Mandy Beyeler says
bummer that you couldn’t find it! I just searched on Ebay for Simplicity 2812 and it looks like there are a few for sale on there – good luck!
Tara says
Thanks for the advice! I’ll have to try that!