Finished! I like this waistcoat quite a bit. It fits very nicely, high under the arm in the armscye, which will give me good ease of movement. I know I haven't shown myself wearing any of the things I've finished recently, but once I have a whole outfit put together I'll wear everything at once.
This is the first time I've used silk thread for buttonholes. I have to say it's quite nice to work with. The only problem with these buttonholes is that the linen unraveled so easily. I had to do some thick overcast serging with regular thread before moving to the silk twist.
It looks lovely! Did you sew this entirely by hand?
ReplyDeleteNice to see you here, Peter! I did sew it all by hand. Since starting this blog my sewing machine pretty much lives in the basement and I don't take it out much anymore. Though I do want to make a pair of jeans soon, so it'll have to come out of retirement.
ReplyDeleteJust discovered your blog at Britex. Thanks for the links to the fine books that you are using to learn tailoring yourself and for taking the time and effort to post your progress. Bravo on your vest! Many thanks from a fellow handsewer.
ReplyDeletebeautifully made!!!! Have a wonderful holiday season and enjoy. xo
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