I could see this with adorable big vintage Bakelite Buttons, a red-white gingham, and eyelet trim. Oops, your SWAP is blank and white, right?
Mary Beth Klatt | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 1:37 pm | #

Nice find, this really is the *exact* same jacket, isn't it?
christina | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 1:49 pm | #

Oooh, I like this one much better. I love the sleeves--they're hella fierce. A short-sleeved jacket like that would make that pretty sundress perfect for church. (Yeah, I know I'm country, but spaghetti straps in church is a no-no for me.)
Roslyn Holcomb | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 2:49 pm | #

You are good! I created a page on my PDA called "Erica B" so I can note all your pattern finds! Have a great day!
Peggy | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 2:53 pm | #

That's a wonderful spring/summer jacket!
Amy | 05.15.07 - 3:33 pm | #

I just started reading sewing blogs about a month ago (I had not sewn in decades). Now your are my sewing and fashion guru.

This new jacket pattern is just too gorgeous, I will have to buy the pattern!
Judith in NYC | 05.15.07 - 3:46 pm | #

i am IN LOVE with your blog! thanks for being so specific and enthusiastic!xoxo
AmyD
AmyD | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 4:17 pm | #

Good call - this new one is fabulous. wouldn't mind that myself!
ruth singer | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 5:07 pm | #

Great call changing patterns. The pattern is perfect for the Nanette Lepore jacket. You are very good at this.
Lori | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 5:47 pm | #

GAK. The CUTENESS!!! Love the new jacket! LOVE! Can't wait to see it made up.
mamapicklejuice | 05.15.07 - 7:39 pm | #

Yes, yes yes! I love this jacket!!
Bonnie | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 8:07 pm | #

Fantastic find - it looks like you don't even need to make any pattern changes!
Stacy | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 10:48 pm | #

I love that jacket! I love Nanette Lepore's stuff! Too bad I can't afford any of it!!

PS Happy Mother's Day!!
Nikki | Homepage | 05.15.07 - 10:52 pm | #

Thanks for posting the Nanette jacket. I have the McCall's one and have several ideas in mind for the jacket. Like seeing the Nanette L jacket for additional inspiration.
Linda L | Homepage | 05.16.07 - 6:59 am | #

Erica, Love your choices! You are my sewing guru. You have motivated me to pull out the machine and give it another whirl. Keep showing us your amazing knockoffs!!!!

Traci
Traci | 05.16.07 - 8:51 am | #

Great jacket pattern, I'll be running out today to pick that one up!

Thanks!
Stephanie | Homepage | 05.16.07 - 11:40 am | #

I'm loving that style too! Great find!
Tany | Homepage | 05.16.07 - 5:26 pm | #

Yes that jacket is nicer.I can't wait to see the finished project.
gold | Homepage | 05.16.07 - 7:30 pm | #

Doing the happy dance cuz I have that pattern too! Isn't that Nanette Laprore jacket sweet? I know you will make a great copy of it! Good choice.
Claire (Little Miss Sew N Sew) | Homepage | 05.17.07 - 12:05 pm | #

Hi Erica, love your style!

I picked it up today too. Do you think this pattern has enough ease for a C or a D cup...I'll probably have to do an FBA and am not sure how to tackle it on this pattern.
Anybody have an idea?

Best,
Diane
Diane | 05.17.07 - 2:02 pm | #

Diane, here is a fantastic tutorial on how to do an FBA on a Princess Seamed Bodice. I've used it several times and it helps trememdously!
erica b. | Homepage | 05.17.07 - 2:58 pm | #

LOVE it!
Stacey | Homepage | 05.17.07 - 11:31 pm | #

I bought this very same pattern just a few weeks ago, but have yet to find just the right fabric! Thanks for inspiring me to get on it.
Michelle | Homepage | 05.18.07 - 1:19 am | #

I love your blog I love your blog I love your blog. I have been wanting to sew for YEARS the class at my old church never got off the ground, and everytime I would pass a sewing machine in Wal-Mart it would just be calling my name! I found your blog and this is my first day here and I can tell you this...my list of five things I wanted to learn and do this summer has gone up to six, I am going to learn how to sew! Thanks for the inspiration and I will be back.
Neecha | Homepage | 05.18.07 - 2:33 pm | #

Thanks a lot Neecha!
erica b. | Homepage | 05.18.07 - 9:00 pm | #