Current work-in-progress

**David Thorpe** · 4th November 12, 04:17 AM

I mentioned this in another post. It will be a matching jacket and vest - my first from scratch (I have done two conversions).
jacketshell.jpg
I modified a Burda pattern, making it shorter, reshaping the hem, and adding epualets, pocket patches and gauntlet cuffs. Since the photo was taken, I have attached buttons and started working on the lining (double-welt inside pockets installed). A very challenging but enjoyable project.

**tulloch** · 4th November 12, 05:51 AM

Excellent! I wish I had the time to try something like that. Perhaps one day but in the meantime I will enjoy vicariously through the likes of you on here. Looking forward to seeing the finished thing in context.

**unixken** · 4th November 12, 06:36 AM

That looks sweet, David! Nice job!

**Mudge** · 5th November 12, 02:29 PM

David,

You never cease to amaze me...It's looking great!!!

Cheers,

Mike

**David Thorpe** · 7th November 12, 05:17 AM

While awaiting parts for the jacket, I shifted my efforts to the matching vest, and finished it last night. It fits, well, like it was made for me.

I modified the Burda pattern for a higher, longer, 6-button front line, but decided against adding a collar. It has a full tweed back and is fully lined.
Back to the jacket...
vestdone.jpg

**Thomas H** · 7th November 12, 06:49 AM

Nice work , Please post more pictures as I would like to follow your progress , in hopes of making one myself one day , Thank you and again real nice work

**creagdhubh** · 7th November 12, 08:23 AM

Originally Posted by David Thorpe

While awaiting parts for the jacket, I shifted my efforts to the matching vest, and finished it last night. It fits, well, like it was made for me.

I modified the Burda pattern for a higher, longer, 6-button front line, but decided against adding a collar. It has a full tweed back and is fully lined.
Back to the jacket...
vestdone.jpg

Well done, David! Keep it up, mate!

**frank_a** · 7th November 12, 08:27 AM

Very impressive David. Keep up the good work, and please post more photos!

Frank

**brewerpaul** · 7th November 12, 04:43 PM

David great work. What kind of fabric did you use. Looks like it will be a classy jacket/waistcoat combination. After I knock out a couple long sleeve shirts Im going to jump into jackets to go with my waistcoats. Ive got the rather rare Simplicity 5029 Kilt and jacket pattern that I pounced on when I found one in my size. Keep up the great work and make sure you post some pics with you wearing it.