This Flora Jacket is made from a midweight, densely batted quilt that is hand-pieced and quilted in a 'Washington Sidewalk' pattern, with a contrast sashing in a perfectly faded green which compliments the rich tones of the pieced blocks. The backing is pieced from muslin, which overlays a sweet homespun gingham in faed gray and blue - this same gingham has been used for mends on several areas inside the jacket. The collar has been lined in a dusty blue tencel lyocell fabric (very smooth!) that was sourced locally here in Vermont . The pockets and outer edges are bound in a indigo floral fabric (also sourced locally!) that perfectly compliments the late 19th century faded blue fabric that was salvaged from another quilt top for the front plackets.
This style jacket features a straight side hem, bound edges, plackets and inner collar, 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 a stand up collar - 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. Please review all images as returns are not accepted - no exceptions.
For reference, I am 5'7" and my body measurements are: 34.5" bust, 26.5" waist, 35.5" hips.
Measurements (taken flat across) - it can be helpful to compare measurements a coat you already own:
Chest (armpit to armpit): 25"
Length (top of the shoulder to bottom hem): 24.5”
Sleeve (armpit to sleeve hem): 19"
Arm length (against the collar to sleeve opening): 29"