MacPhee # 420

My first project of the year was this fleece jacket for my husband Bill.

I made it the first week of January, but just did not have the time to post till now.

The Pattern is MacPhee # 420 -No Sweat Shirt. I used red/white fleece, which I bought on line from MacPhee Workshop - Edmonton. I made the full zip front with side inseam pockets. Bill didn't want the maple leaf applique sewn on the front or back of his jacket.. It is unlined and to finish the seam allowances, I serged them......very easy and quick.

I've made this jacket many times before. I've made the pullover variation and the full zip front variation and every time it turns out perfect. The jacket is casual and very comfortable.

Overall it's really just a nice, simple pattern, no surprises and easy to follow instructions.

Linda MacPhee

I'll be making fleece tops soon, so I bought my fleece from Linda MacPhee. She has some of the best quality fleece, with zippers and ribbing to match the fleece. I'll be using her "No Sweat Pattern # 420. I've made this top many times and it is a favorite.

I thought I'd also share one of her "Linda MacPhee's Workshop" Episode videos. There is an interesting segment with Ron Collins on making ties.... A great Christmas gift idea. (Ron Collins and Linda are about 12:23 mins into the video if you just want to watch the tie segment )

For those who live out west - Ron Collins will also be in BC, Canada - April 2009 - with Sandra Betzina!

Linda MacPhee Video. . .from Linda MacPhee site.

** Update - The Great Coat Sew Along - I've also just found my buttons for my Coat! I was getting a little frustrated because I* couldn't find what I wanted locally or on line. Today I came across the ones that will work perfect...... from The Button Drawer.

MacPhee Fleece Jacket # 420

I love MacPhee patterns. I have made this pattern over and over and never tire of it. You can make it in different colours every time and it looks like a different pattern. You can applique it, (the Maple Leaf on the back of the Jacket was appliqued), colour block it, make a full zipper front, a pull over, a wind breaker and even a Ski Jacket. This pattern is sew very versatile, like all Linda MacPhee's patterns. This jacket was a full zip front and I also embroidered the Canadian flag on the front bodice. (I didn't take a picture of the front before I sold it.)

I make Bill's Jackets with the full zipper f ront and of course with his Logo, Blackland NB :)

He doesn't like too much fuss so his jackets are usually 2 colours, black/yellow or blue/white.