Monday, March 31, 2014

Ninot in gold



Pattern: Ninot, by Pauline Alice, size 36
Fabric: wool blend lightweight coating from Minerva Crafts and silk recieved as a destash gift

Just in time for spring, I finally made myself a Ninot jacket. I bought the pattern the minute it was released and I was already then picturing it in this gold wool fabric I had previously bought with no plan in mind. The fabric is amazing, with gold lurex strands, so it actually sparkles! It paired wonderfully with the Ninot, even though I probably would choose a fabric with a bit more body for next time. It holds the deep pleat in the back wonderfully though, and it has a pretty texture, so I am happy anyways. I paired it with a silk lenght for the lining (it seems extravagant to use silk as a lining, but it is a colour and a pattern I wouldn't have use as self, so win-win!) and some gold buttons. The fabric frayed badly, so I chose not to make bound buttonholes and went for keyhole buttonholes on my machine.
I love, love, love this pattern. The drafting is great and everything goes together perfectly, the instructions are clear and the sizing is accurate, comparable to ready-to-wear. But what really makes Pauline's pattern so unique are really the details. This jacket has an eye-catching feature in teh back, with the deep pleat, but lots of great little details like tabs, yokes, a collar and a lining. I'm really disappointed every time a jacket pattern doesn't come with pattern pieces for a lining. I would much spend the extra effort and have a lined jacket, but maybe that is just me. Speaking of the collar, I decided to leave it out, which is quite shocking for me, considering my love of collars. But I loved the retro-but-updated the collarless version had and decided to give it a try. I'm really pleased with the result, which is decidedly more modern and polished. Another great pattern from Pauline! The Carme blouse is on already all prepped, but I need to find the perfect fabric first...





11 comments:

  1. This is so cute! I love it on you! I need to make this for my sister- I keep forgetting that it's on my list! Did it take a long time?

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    1. thanks! it's a great little pattern. i used the fusible method and without the collar, it makes for a quick make (considering it's a jacket :) )

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  2. It looks lovely and grate on you, something to wear with pride. You're making me really interested in this pattern even thug I don't need another jacket.

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    1. well, i don't really need a new jacket either, i just really enjoy the process... although this one is really a summer jacket, considering the fabric i chose.
      thanks!

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  3. It's lovely, and you look lovely in it. I love it without the collar, very spring(y)!

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  4. thank you! i'm liking the colarless look a lot more than i thought!

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  5. This is gorgeous - and it looks super comfy and warm to boot!

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    1. thanks!! it`s actually not warm at all... but it will be perfect for the swedish summer!

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  6. I love your Ninot jacket Joëlle! That fabric is so beautiful and pairs up perfectly with the golden buttons. I've made 3 versions of the pattern and the one without collar gets a lot of wear in the warmer months, I also love the updated retro look.
    Can't wait to see your Carme blouse...

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    1. thank you pauline!! it's super flattering to get compliments from the pattern designer herself!

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  7. Oh I love this! I've recently found your blog and I am so glad I did. Your makes are lovely and very helpful to me as I am also a pear shape. The ninot jacket is next on my list to make and I just adore your version.

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