Converting a tweed sport coat to a Braemar jacket

[cloves]

Yeah I'm always impressed too! Looking great so far.

[TecScot]

I'm also impressed. Nice work.

I also do jacket conversions. I have to get some pictures the next time so I can share them. May I offer a small suggestion? It looks as though your front curved edge may have a dimple or deviation in the curve. I suggest a sewer's curve or a drafter's french curve. Either will help even out that slope. Of course I haven't seen the finished product so it may not be there when you are done.

I also offer this cautionary tale to any would-be jacket converters. There is someone in this area who does lovely jackets that are off only by one small detail. She top stitches the front lower edge, a perfectly legit thing to do, but she needs to significantly lengthen her stitches and lighten presser foot pressure. I wish I knew how to diplomatically say something because this makes her curves and edges curl outward. It gives her work a loving hands at home look. The rest of her work is so lovely that it is a shame to have that one item stick out.

Shescot