 February is the time when I'm racing to finish up winter projects and at the same time looking ahead to some spring sewing. It's not quite time for short sleeves but it is a good time to brush up on our skills in preparation for spring projects. And if you're a new sewer, now's the time to learn some good foundational skills that'll launch you "armed and dangerous" into your new hobby. So... join us for the Blue Dot Patterns Dover Jacket Sew-Along....8 Things Every Sewer Should Know.  The Dover Jacket View B is a loose fitting, 3/4 length sleeve jacket that is a versatile wardrobe builder. It goes together quickly and is a great project for the beginning/intermediate sewist. You will learn 8 basic sewing skills that'll not only make your garments look professional but will also help your garments go together more quickly and easily. If you are new to garment sewing, this would be a great sew-along for you! Here's what we are going to learn:
February 12 - Day #1: Selecting Fabric, Supplies and Choosing Pattern Size. February 16 - Day #2: Preparing to Sew: Put Together the PDF, Cutting, Marking and Interfacing. February 19 - Day #3: Constructing the Body of the Jacket: Gathering, Clipping and Understitching. February 23 - Day #4: Finishing up: Topstitching, Buttonholes and Sewing on Buttons by Machine. Here's the Sew-Along Badge if you'd like to add it to your blog:  Okay....let's get ready. I can't wait to see what you make!
4 Comments
Anne-Marie Garrett
1/5/2022 07:35:09 am
Hi,
Yvette Tillema
8/26/2022 08:22:32 am
Hi, I’m about to sew the Dover Coat but I am wondering about seam finishing. Would it be possible to do French seams? Thank you
SHEILA FREEMAN
9/7/2022 12:14:20 pm
Hello! I seem to be missing the instructions for the Dover Coat in my download. Also, there is a reference to a dart in the sleeve, but no markings for it on the pattern piece. Fortunately, I'm making a toile and following your tutorial, so hoping for a good outcome.
Priscilla Ortiz
4/7/2023 02:31:46 pm
Hi Diane, Love this smart jacket. I made a muslin last fall and now I'm almost done my fashion fabric version in a fun linen print. I did notice that the largest size has a couple issues I've encountered both times in making this jacket. The back facing is short and does not meet the front facing pieces, Also, the lower back piece is about two inches shorter than the lower front pieces. I cut a new back facing and shortened the lower fronts to match. Just wanted to bring it to your attention. It's a lovely pattern; I made an FBA in my muslin and realized it was not at all needed, so I'm hoping this version fits well! I also have the Margo blouse and I get lots of compliments on my first Margo make in a rayon floral. Definitely will make more. Thanks! Leave a Reply. |
About MeHi! I'm Diane, a wife, mom, sewing teacher and pattern designer from sunny Southern California. I share my sewing adventures here on the Blue Dot Blog formerly Gatorbunnysews. For more info click here. 
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