This Flora Jacket is made from a midweight quilt that is hand-pieced and quilted in a Bow Tie pattern set on the diagonal. The quilting is so lovely, and has given this quilt a dense, crinkly texture. The edges are bound in rich indigo dot fabric, to allow the fabrics and colors of the quilt to truly be the focus. The inner hood is lined in the same indigo dot cotton, with front plackets constructed from a saturated leafy green vintage cotton fabric.
This style jacket features a rounded side hem, bound edges, plackets and self-drafted hood that is fully lined, antique brass snaps and oversized handwarmer style pockets. This is the Flora Jacket pattern by Brightside Pattern Company that I pattern tested for them, and they were kind enough to grant me permission to make finished coats available to you! The fit is oversized through the body with slimmer arms, and roomy pockets - a truly amazing fit!
It is possible this piece shows its age in places in the form of worn, slightly discolored areas, and/or mends - these are not viewed as flaws, but rather giving it character and showing its history. This quilts does have some age discoloration, fabric fading and wear in areas - it has been soaked but I did not to further fade or damage the fabrics. Some mends have been made, while other areas are left so as not to distract from the original quilt and it’s past. Please review all images as returns are not accepted - no exceptions.
Measurements (taken flat across) - it can be helpful to compare measurements a coat you already own:
Chest (armpit to armpit): 24.5"
Length (top of the shoulder to bottom hem): 24.5”
Sleeve (armpit to sleeve hem): 18"
Arm length (against the collar to sleeve opening): 28"