I actually made great progress on the Python Parka before the hiatus -- all of the pieces are cut out and ready to be sewn. I even received my extra long 2-way zip from Zipper Stop!
The fabric is a lightweight polyester with a slight crinkly texture to it. It may be difficult to press, so I may use flat felled seams for this project. I love the python print!
Here's the pattern, which is from the January 2009 issue of Burda Magazine. I decided to take the collar of the first one and put it on the body of the second. Both images from here.
I really like the gathered collar detail of the longer parka, but didn't want something so long. I also like the gathered detail on the sleeves of the shorter parker. The pattern pieces are the same for the body, so it should be easy to swap out the collars.
3 comments:
I gave a great jacket that sounds exactly like what you are talking about and i love it! i wear it so much as it is farly light and can be worn over sweaters on more casually over spring shirts and blouses.
good luck! I'm enjoying your posts:-)
Hope you are feeling better. Love the idea for this coat. I've had my eye on the first parka pattern for years, but I don't really need another parka.
Amazing how a one-week cold can turn into an idle month..
Love the python fabric, but I haven't yet met a crinkly fabric that can (or should) be pressed?
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