Making the Pattern

Today I'm using Pellon 830 Easy Pattern to make the final pattern.    When I made the muslin pieces I drew all the lines and markings for quilting, grainline, etc. I also drew in some minor adjustments once I tried on the muslin.  Now I will trace the muslin, with any adjustments, onto Easy Pattern.  When I want to make this jacket again I'll be able to go right to the Easy Pattern version.

  • Note that the pattern does NOT include seam allowances.  The edges of the muslin are where the seamlines will be sewn.  I will add the seam allowances when I cut the final fabric.  This is the method used in Claire Schaeffer's Couture Sewing book.
  • The exception is at the hemline, where I added extra length so I can decide on the final length of the jacket once I can try it on.