Thursday, April 29, 2010

Chanel moderne

... or something like that. This fabric just screams modern to me. Actually, as it hangs on the dress form sans sleeves, the term bullet-proof vest comes to mind...


It's a loose, bulky wool boucle with black taffeta strips stitched on top. My trim choices have gone out the window at this point so back to square one. Which means; more shopping for me :) There can not be anything frilly about this jacket, the trim will be selected after I attach the sleeves and test pockets. The good news is I'm starting to get the hang of the Chanel construction technique, everything is moving along at a brisk pace. Could there be one for moi in the near future?


11 comments:

  1. Really interesting fabric - so who is the lucky recipient of this jacket if it's not for you?

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  2. That is amazing fabric. Where did you find it?

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  3. Wow, your fabric is something else. Can't wait to see how you trim it.

    Barb

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  4. Maybe a metal trim? Like a chain of square links? Just an idea. Cool fabric!

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  5. Wow, it the word! That is amazing fabric. You always make the most interesting garments.

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  6. What cool fabric!!
    How is the Michael Jackson coat progressing? Did I somehow miss that update?

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  7. I agree with poster above, I thought metal trim when seeing this and came to post that.

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  8. Very interesting fabric. I know the finishing trim/details will be amazing :)

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  9. yes... you need and deserve to have one!

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  10. I hope there is one for you! Let's just say all that practice is so yours will be perfect. `-)

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  11. Ooo... I like the fabric... very cool effect!

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