Sew With Me: Simplicity 8700: Utility Jacket

[@ruthkidd3161]

Thank you - you're the first person I've found who has shown how to attach this kind of front facing and collar . (I got so confused with the instructions, and could NOT figure it out) Now I've seen you do it, I reckon I can sew it ! Thank you

[@lovescatsthing]

Where have you been all my life!.... thank you so much for these posts, you make sense of it all, you take away the fear...AND....I love the way you dealt the the part that didnt work out around the collar....which is where I would usually give up. Thank you ....you are a star xxxx

[@TaDarling1]

I just finished this jacket and it looks beautiful. I used a mustard colored fabric with an interesting waffle design that was 100% cotton. I typically watch your videos all the way thru before making the garment so I was aware after watching the video that I would likely need to make the same adjustments that you did with the facing pieces. However, I forgot and after I had sewed the facings to the collar, I ended up having to rip out the seams to make the very same adjustment that you did. It was an excellent learning experience tho, because now any time I sew a garment that has facing pieces, I will check the facing piece by pinning it to the collar FIRST, to make sure it matches up with the shoulder seam 'before' I permanently sew it.

[@kscheuerman5378]

Boy! I notice you sure have an ability when either you make a mistake or there is a problem with a pattern you find great ways to fix everything. Outstanding! God Bless.

[@sewingroom8625]

Thank you BJJ, love the jacket, love the color and thank you for taking the time to teach, I learned a lot and now I understand how to do the collar.

[@janetwilson8774]

Enjoy watching your videos. Very informative. You do a beautiful job. Look forward to seeing more videos. Have a blessed day.

[@gweneverebest7199]

Great job Brittany, do not worry about the facing matching the shoulder seam. You didn't do anything wrong.I have been sewing for over 25 years and every pattern I have ever made like that, the facing would do that. It was nothing you did wrong --it was the pattern.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Gwenevere Best thank you so much! I was worried for a minute but I knew I followed the steps right! Thank you❤️❤️

[@sandyallen1488]

You are an excellent teacher. Thank you so much.

[@mgriffis1303]

I seem to like your choice in patterns. Also, your problem solving was great!

[@janiceengstrom6083]

Thank you so much for this video! I have been searching for this jacket in ready to wear in denim but in ready to wear they are all so short but when I saw this pattern, I thought, PERFECT! I will make my own and now I saw your video! I consider this a gift from God as He knows how I've searched for this jacket so I'll make my own! Thank you Brittany!

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Janice Engstrom you’re so welcome! I’m happy you found this pattern to help you make your dream jacket!! Thanks for watching my video!! Happy Sewing!

[@vanessathomas6362]

Gorgeous jacket! I love the color, and the back elastic.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Vanessa Thomas thank you so much! The elastic is my favorite detail!!

[@laurajones4088]

Great sew with me video, Brittany. The color of the jacket looks gorgeous on you! Enjoying your collaboration with TÉLIO and seeing the lovely collection you're making. 😊

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Thank you so much Laura! I enjoyed this collaboration too! Thank you watching the video!

[@suesue929]

Great sewalong, transferable techniques for other patterns which is really helpful, especially that facing/collar fix. Thank you.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Thank you so much!!

[@marychamberlain9535]

You make this look so easy. Great job!

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Mary Chamberlain thank you so much!

[@tyedyediva9671]

I’ve been following you on IG but had no idea you had a KZbin channel as well. Loved this. I’ll be binge watching all week. Keep inspiring! 💞💞💞

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Oh wow, thank you so much!

[@BambooSticks11]

Thank you for the video. I have the same pattern and can't wait to make my own version. Yours is lovely! Great color too!

[@brittanyjjonestv]

TripleJack thank you so much! I love the color too!!

[@Oceanpurples]

your work is so neat

[@Kitasews]

Awesome video! Great job on that collar!

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Kita Sews thank you so much!❤️

[@stefanpeach2664]

Susan Peach. thanks again for your sew along, you did well to fix the problem. well done.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

stefan peach thank you so much!!

[@TaDarling1]

Nicely done. Loved your problem-solving on the facing. Couldn't help but notice that the fabric you used for the casing inside the jacket seemed to match (or was the same) as the top you are wearing with the jacket. Looks great...well coordinated.

[@mcuffin61]

Thank you for the video, especially with the problem with the facing . Currently working on this pattern now. I Love the back elastic vs the drawstring.

[@cynthiam8385]

Nice save on that facing. Don't you wonder if the pattern was even tested by Simplicity? Your jacket turned out great.

[@tammymasson2343]

Your jacket turned out beautiful!

[@beochar]

I made this jacket a couple of weeks ago and of course had the same issue with the collar and facing. Your fix looks great, wish I had seen your video when I was struggling with it! Mine looks a little messy inside but I still like my jacket. I appreciate your sew along videos!

[@sewsewsewist785]

What kind of fabric did u use? I want to make one. Unsure of what to use...

[@beochar]

Diane DeMeyer I used a bottom weight cotton twill.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

You're welcome! I'm glad you we're able to get yours neat on the inside. I was so bummed when I first noticed something is off with it. Glad I was able to fix and share it for others!

[@marlabell8781]

You did a great job on the jacket. Thanks.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Thank you so much!!

[@MarthaBezaliel]

Loved it before I even watched it 😍

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Hands on Mommy aww thank you so much❤️

[@patandersen4271]

That blouse is GORGEOUS! -I wish I could find that fabric and I love the utility jacket, don't think I can make it yet, gotta get better with sewing--but i'll get it.

[@kreationsbykimberly9231]

Loving it ;I did the same my facing that's an error in the pattern , but in did that

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Yes, I think the patterns has a flaw for sure!

[@brittanybeauty916]

I commend you girl. Not only does it take you a couple hours to sew, do steps, film THEN you gotta edit it!?! I mean it’s a lot of work! And you do it with such detail and precision. I speed sew and never sew in a straight line just to finish faster 😂

[@brittanyjjonestv]

brittanybeauty lol! Thank you Brittany! It does take a lot of time, but I enjoy it. Thank you so much for watching my video!!

[@ericadavies4590]

I wondered if you hadn't clipped and spread the top of the facing it would line up with the shoulder seam? Not clear from the instructions. Very well done and neatly corrected.

[@ericadavies4590]

Forgot to say. I'm going to make this jacket using your video instructions. Thank you for inspiring me.

[@yangelthomas]

Amazing job BJJ! But it hurt me to see that seamripper out😥😢😭. But thanks for showing the mistakes as well as the problem solved. 😀

[@brittanyjjonestv]

It hurt me to bring it out! LOL! You're welcome!

[@sewsewsewist785]

Really cute! I have that pattern, too....

[@citavermilya33]

Hi,awesome sewing.Where did you buy your scissors? So Cute! Cita

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Marybelen Vermilya thanks. I buy all my scissors from Joann or Walmart

[@944gemma]

What patience you have. That facing bit had to have been a pattern error. It would have totally floored me

[@irenepineau3775]

Well done for this jacket, it's gorgeous ! What do you think about sewing it in a corduroy ? And adding a belt ?

[@TaDarling1]

Funny that you mention a corduroy option. I just made this jacket in corduroy. Everything worked except that it was impossible for me to machine sew the buttonholes thru the thick layers of corduroy fabric. I compensated by doing snaps in place of the buttonholes.

[@lilolmecj]

Super cute on you, I like both the jacket and the pants. How tall are you, just for perspective. My daughters measurements alight with the sizes you make, but she is just 5’2”, so I am trying to get a sense of if it would look as well on her.

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Hey! I'm 5'4''.

[@lilolmecj]

I think the pants will be great on her.

[@rachellalite4283]

Very easy to follow thanks

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Awesome! You're welcome!

[@lucyramos1]

Beautiful jacket. Where did you buy your fabric for it?

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Thank you! This Cargo Twill fabric I used is available at Stone Mountain fabrics heres a link for you.... www.stonemountainfabric.com/shop/c/p/Cargo-Stretch-Twill---Ochre-x35963723.htm

[@anniebrock520]

Nice jacket .What pattern did you use to make the black trousers ?

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Annie Brock thank you! I used Simplicity 8701

[@lorik5675]

So cool, but how and whT is under stitching, and also finishing off a seam, can you model it. I'm such a beginner!

[@brittanyjjonestv]

Hey Lori. Under-stitching is when you sew a facing/lining to the seam allowance. It helps the facing/lining not to roll out when you wear your garment. Finishing off a seam is trimming down the seam allowance either with a serger, pinking shears or a zig zag stitch. And I'm still working on the modeling but, yes I'll give it a go! Thanks for watching me video.

[@michellewilliams3736]

As I'm new to sewing, I do know how to make buttonholes with my machine but what I don't know is how to mark for placement on my garment, so seeing that would help or would you do a video on it.

[@sonyasew2]

I like ur videos u tell us what step u are doing in the pattern, thanks🧚🏿‍♀️

[@brotherunlimited7000]

I've learned not to cut ANY seam allowance Until you've finished the whole jacket, then, go back inside the Jacket and trim off any loose threads and any oversized Allowances. you don't cut ANYTHING until you've finished the whole jacket, that way you don't get these types of Issues.

[@sharitatedder3846]

Hi Brittany can you tell me what size jacket you cut?

[@brittanyjjonestv]

I cut the L for the jacket!

[@maggiebaidoo2114]

We did not see the full cutting, sewing is easy

[@NoeliaGonzalez7591]

Could you please show the pattern completely? Maybe a close up would be great instead of putting your hand on it. Thanks.

[@jorjadiebold5317]

Disappointed that you were working with wrinkled fabric. Start out with everything pressed. Unprofessional for a seamstress