Ever wonder why a well made gentleman's jacket looks so good on men who may not make much impression in a bathing suit?
Ever wonder what is inside one or why those who can afford them are willing to pay several thousand dollars for one?
I can't say that I ever did but after I decided that eating my sheep was out of the question, I found out the hard way.
js
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Most interesting, Jack! I admire your tenacity for getting the garments done correctly every time. Emily
Fantastic, as we have come to expect from you. ;-)
Jack, it's beautiful! Well done! :) I made my hubby a suit a few years back, out of venetian cloth from a factory making for Daks, so I know how much work is involved in just the making. I'm not yet ready to start with a field of sheep!
I might even believe you bought a horse for the hair canvas... ;)
Wow, that brings back memories! I made my DH a tailored three-piece suit in the early 80s. I bought several books on
*real* tailoring, as I had never done a man's suit before, the difference in constructing a man's suit and a woman's is very different. I was intrigued by all the hand padding stitches it took.Have you attempted pants yet (welt pockets, and that special waistband)? ;-)
Congratulations, your jacket looks wonderful.
Beverly
Actually, I have and it is really fun and satisfying. Another learning experience which does not make much sense at first. I have only used rummage sale fabric that Marilyn finds now and then. Not sure that homespun would make a wearable pair of pants.
Thanks for the kind words.
js
Thanks but I am not sure what I would do if my draft didn't fit well. The fitting part is where I really need some help as the interactiions between different pieces make me hesitant to change anything.
I need some quality time with a real tailor to understand this aspect.
js
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