Long Sleeve Bolero Jacket

 Hello Readers. I had this piece of fabric in my stash and I liked the colors and softness of it. What could I make from it? It was a smallish scrap and it was an unusual shape. 

Before and after. 

Here is a look at my plan. Do I have any talent or skill at drawing? No. But this is the best I can do. I thought I could make a bolero type jacket. 

I cut the piece of fabric a bit so that each side was the same or symmetrical. 

I also had this satin sample square and I thought it would make a nice lining for the back of my little bolero jacket. I also thought it was just pretty and was happy to use it. 

I cut the satin piece the same size and shape as the green fabric. I was going to sew them with the right sides together along the top and bottom. 

 

I had already used my serger on the open edges to prevent fraying. When I was done sewing them together I turned the whole thing right-side out.

 

Here is a look at the 2 pieces sewn together. I liked the satin as a lining. I wanted to connect the sides to make sleeves next.

 

I am not sure how this was heavy and thick enough to break both needles in my serger but it was. The back of the collar can stand up or...

Or I can fold it down and let the satin inside peek out. 

The hemline of the jacket is curved because the piece of fabric I had to work with was curved. I love how it looks though. The sheen of the fabrics makes this look quite dressy and I think it will be nice for a holiday party or event. 

But I might just wear it to the grocery store because I like it so much. Thanks for reading along, now go make something fun for yourself. 

***Year End Update***- I haven't had the chance to wear this jacket. But I love it.