YOU CAN SEW THIS STYLISH KNIT BLAZER TOO. Metra Blazer (Love Notions). Extra special touches & more.

The Metra Blazer from Love Notions is my newest blazer project and lets just say that I'm a sucker for blazers. It's the type of garment that I have always LOVED sewing above others...and this stylish one will work for being all dressed up and also being casual.
The Metra is an intermediate project and to help you take your sewing up a notch; I have filmed the sewing techniques needed for you to be successful! Welt type pockets, shawl collar, burrito roll and more. Come join me in this extra long video. It’s a blazer friends, not a T shirt he he! 😊
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Specifics:
*Size XL
*Standard bust
*1” extra length to the body of the blazer
*Added 1.5” to the length of the sleeves
*Undertitched neckline
*Hand hems
*Heavy mystery knit and Liverpool contrast
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[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The Metra Blazer from Love Notions (XS-5X standard & full bust) is 25% off through the 2nd of March 2021 and this is my affiliate link www.lovenotions.com/product/metra-blazer?affiliates=366 Use my code 10pins for an extra 10% off even on top of sale prices!

[@joycegonzales7495]

This looks so nice with your dress. Thank you for showing your techniques for sewing it.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are so welcome!

[@scoffee5603]

The written instructions were sometimes difficult to understand but your instructions made it all so clear. Thank you for your videos which have helped me sew more than one garment successfully.❤

[@elainewraight8138]

Thanks Karina for the handholding - 👏 👏 👏

[@melodybillingsley9669]

Thank you for this amazing tutorial! the breakpoint under stitching was genius! I learn so much from you and appreciate you sharing your knowledge! Thank you, Thank you!!

[@bettymccutcheon5382]

That understitching technique is brilliant. I’ve been sewing since before you were born and I learn so much from you! Thanks for sharing.

[@waaaa12345678910]

Thank you for explaining this pattern. I was finding the instructions vague.

[@catblack4091]

I laughed out loud at "stripe police"! You did a beautiful job! I want to try this one!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I was cringing hard while sewing those shoulders.

[@maryp4698]

You are so amazing! Thank you so much for the detailed tutorial and the close ups for clarification. You are a fantastic teacher and sewist and the blazer looks great on you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much :)

[@hlp5040]

Thank you so much - I was struggling a little with parts of the construction and you really helped!

[@conniehammer7158]

You made it again Karina good job...

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it :)

[@katee3495]

Sold! And pattern bought with your link 😁

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@jessicaargyle6015]

I just finished making this incredible jacket. What a successful pattern and your detailed additions are the icing on the cake! Thank you!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad you like it!

[@Escape10mom]

I am making my red & a navy one using your video!!! Love it!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yay! can't wait to see it!

[@Escape10mom]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles I was sewing with you all day 😊

[@gjones6402]

I love your videos , your instructions are fantastic. In the process of making my second Metra. Thank you so much for posting this. ❤

[@gjones6402]

Thank you so much for this video, your explanation on how to attach the collar was brilliant. 🙏

[@lrainbala7144]

Very nice! 👍

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Scrapitydoodah]

Love your videos. They are always helpful to get a good result and well explained. Thanks

[@sewing-Susan]

Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@saramorisani]

I don't sew but I enjoy watching you explain, at the end, what you did. I love especially seeing you with your finly detailed piece on: you look always amazing!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much and I hope you give sewing a try someday :)

[@722dabba]

thank you for this. The understitching from two directions is very interesting!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you think so. It does make a difference:)

[@gladysscott526]

HI! Love the blazer.

[@Golfgirlv]

I’m not supposed to buy any more patterns till I make the ones I have.. willpower lasted a few hours. Came back to your link to get my copy. 😂

[@joannembleton270]

Loved constructing this garment....pocket construction was so fun. I am not getting a nice result with the back armhole design. The two jackets I made had correct stretch etc, but the armholes look like razer back tank design rather than a standard jacket design. Am I the only one who is mourning this issue???

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Maybe tou might benefit from a slight broad back adjustment. It is a fitted sleeve so the shape is a little different to a woven jacket.

[@msebik4171]

Karina, you saved me, I could not get my head around the faux welt. Your explanation and demonstration were perfect, thank you so much! You and your blazer are beautiful.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad I could help 😀😀

[@nancyhurt7145]

I just started this today and your video was so helpful. Thanks for all you give to us.

[@franreichenberg7466]

Very informative! Wonder if we will be seeing a sleeveless coatdress hack?.....

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Maybe! You know me well.

[@carolynhoppe3196]

I purchased the jacket immediately. I love this style jacket. Thanks Karina.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope you love sewing yours :)

[@ShazahSews]

Thankyou for another great tutorial. I love the little tips you pass on, like the hand stitching of the corners. I know it should be obvious, but I’ve tended to struggle on with the machine in the past. I wanted to tell you you’ve also inspired me to do more hand basting, it’s so worth it for a much improved sewing experience. Your blazer looks fabulous on you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

There are always little areas where our hands will do the job with ease. Some sections are just difficult to access well on the machine. Thank you so much for watching :)

[@sarahrieth9042]

Stripe police, LOL! It is a lovely jacket, and you have done it in such a lovely way. You make it so do-able for those of us who are just getting back to sewing.

[@janetmiura3906]

You did it to me again. I wasn't planning to buy this pattern because I rarely wear blazers these days but after watching your video, I'm rethinking my plan. Your tutorials never disappoint and I always learn a tip or two. My confidence in sewing is a result of what I've learned from watching your videos and your attention to details.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so happy my videos help with your sewing 😊

[@gloriasummerville5203]

I looked for a tutorial that explained the side panel attachment. Yours was the only one I found. It really helped me save a lot of trial and error. You're the best. Thanks.

[@abestkim]

Thank you for sharing the alternative to topstitching, I agree with you I prefer the look with just understitching. I will definitely use your affiliate link, I'm be anxiously waiting for this pattern release! ☺️

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it was helpful! The pattern has released already :)

[@abestkim]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles just bought it with your link! ☺️

[@evalucilledixon3879]

Very nice. You look amazing in the jacket. Stunning! ~ L

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@PsychicKathleen]

I am still working on the Cambria by Friday Company (because of my eye surgery I have to wait just a bit longer to be fitted for reading glasses so my Cambria remains on hold a BIT longer :) ) and I've been looking at that big lapel which I love but couldn't figure out what I was going to do with the lapel which folds over like the Metra you're working on here. Thank you so much for this tutorial Karina! I don't have this pattern yet. It IS a nice one though.... I wouldn't be surprised if I buy it especially on one of their fantastic Friday sales specials. I love the look of this blazer much better for me and my style than a hoodie :) I'm not a hoodie girl but for a casual, sweat shirting fabric this is the perfect alternative.

[@philiptipping6738]

Lovely blazer, I love your video's as they make me a better sewer. Cheers Mary

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

I love this pattern! Thank you for your fabulous instructions. I snapped this up on your affiliate link

[@Evohoy]

I’m just about to try this pattern and your instructions have given me such confidence! Thank you for the time and detail you’ve included.

[@staceygambettimakeup]

Thank You so much Karina. Your videos are amazing and thorough. Love them x

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad you like them!

[@kuztwo]

As I was watching I kept thinking how much appreciate I your tutorials. Pattern reviews are helpful but being a visual learner, the hands-on work you show is just so helpful. My basting game has improved as well. Thank you for all the effort you give to share with us!

[@kayelong6962]

Thank you for those great directions. I was having trouble with the collar and found your video the most helpful of all. I'm almost finished so I hope it looks as good as yours.🙂

[@OrianaCapaldiCiudad]

It's a lovely blaser!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much :)

[@glendavizecky7581]

Gorgeous Jacket! Thank you for your videos!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@louisedavidson848]

Another great video!!. Love that pocket. U r very talented!! Thx for sharing.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You're very welcome :)

[@alexandrawellington8028]

Fabulous blazer...love the pockets. Excellent tutorial of course. What pattern is your beautiful red top, it is lovely xxxxxxxx

[@phyllisgordon6577]

This masterful. You are so patient.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much. Yes, I am very patient and don’t mind taking longer to finish :)

[@dianneandres3770]

Thank you for another amazing tutorial! I can't wait to give this pattern a try. I know I'm going to have your video on while I'm sewing the collar.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad to help and I hope it makes the process smooth :)

[@rsutton06]

I just got the pattern (through your link) and I've got it printed. I've got some black ponte in my stash. I'm ready!

[@SlapHappySewing]

Bought this using your link. This is a perfect garment for my lifestyle and temperate NZ climate. Will be coming back again for your tips when I make it!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes it’s perfect for NZ. Just the right layer for the whole year :) Thanks for watching 😊 and for using my link.

[@mecraftytoo]

Love this Karina, I prefer to have the under stitching too makes for such a beautiful look. I have this pattern and will give it a try, hope I will be able to at least achieve something wearable 🙂.I think yours looks fabulous.

[@Lantanana]

I had no plans of ever sewing a blazer, but you changed my mind. I bought the pattern so I can sew it along with you, and get some good experience! I am sorry that fabric overwhelmed your sewing machine, but it does make a gorgeous blazer! That blazer looks great!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The fabric is perfect for it so I’m glad I got it done, even if my machine did not like it :)

[@texasproud8822]

I can’t watch your video until next week but I ordered the pattern with you link.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you! and this video will be here waiting :)

[@KimberlyNichols]

Thank you SO much for this, Karina! I've seen so many people sewing this up, and they're all amazing... but everyone seems to sew the same version you did with the wide lapels. While I LOVE that look, I try to wear garments that don't add bulk to my chest because I'm quite too heavy. But I didn't realize this pattern includes the narrower lapel version. It's even in the cover, but somehow I missed it. Using your affiliate link to buy it now. Thank you again for another wonderful, helpful video! ❤️

[@joanngiampetruzzi7398]

Thank you! It’s so helpful to watch your detailed techniques. Great advice for achieving beautiful faux welt pockets. Excellent tutorial for those tricky snipped corner pivots. I struggle with these when making my favorite hoodie and have also hand stitched just around the pivot area to better control the fabric. When I am close to pivot point (as I stitch toward pivot point) I try to position any excess fabric (possible puckers) toward me. Then at pivot point (with needle down and presser foot up) I try to position excess fabric (possible puckers) away from me.

[@Doturi]

I love this blazer! Thank you so much for your video. I have already purchased it using your link. I've been looking for a knit blazer just like this for over a year. Cannot wait to get sewing on this one. Will be perfect as we enter our Aussie autumn weather.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Wonderful! it's perfect for me too here in Brazil.

[@deniseblake6214]

Brilliant! You’re so clever ....I found your video really useful and I wish I watched it before I made my blazer because you made the collar seams so clear .... it’s a beautiful jacket too

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it was helpful! You can make more :)

[@donnacloud599]

, I messed up a knit blazer so bad it took three hours to redo this morning! It's wearable now, but it will be a while... My mistake was like yours, the fabric was super dense.

[@jirup]

Ahh, so this is the blazer that broke the Janome's back. It looks lovely on you Karina. I will definitely get the pattern (via your affiliate link of course). I'll also get my older machine serviced, it handles heavy jobs much better than my new one.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yup this is the fabric! I have another similar one in my stash and whatever I make with it will be simple and a garment with max two layers to sew :) Thankyou for using my link :)

[@Escape10mom]

Beautiful Blazer! Waiting for my fabric to come to make mine. Always looking forward to your tricks & tips!!!! The break point was in the Octave Coat too I believe. Glad your machine was able to be fixed. I'll be using your affiliate link!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yep, the breakpoint is on the Octave coat but many people top stitch theirs instead. I really love the clean look it gives :) Thank you for using my link :)

[@merrylsearle881]

Thank you so much for this video. It really helped a lot with some of the tricky bits - don’t think I would have been successful with out it.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it helped!

[@MeganGMakes]

Such a lovely blazer! I really enjoyed making this pattern, it was so satisfying. I'll follow your tips next time for a more accurate finish!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I love the color you chose for yours. Super pretty :)

[@MeganGMakes]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles thank you!!

[@suek7086]

Thank you so much for all your tips and tricks. Your videos are always great but this one was extra great. BTW I just ordered the pattern using your link. I have to wait until April 7 to even start it, I have a perfect houndstooth ponte at home. However, I am 700 miles from home visiting my sister. Of course, there are fabric shops here and I have my machine, hmmm.....

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I love houndstooth! how exciting!

[@thecpikas]

What's funny is my fancy black suit from Bloomingdales has a hand top stitched detail around the collar. :) I tried to use your link-hope it worked.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I appreciate seeing options. I saw another creator do the neckline, sewing all layers at once without any hand stitching or basting. I knew I would not be able to make that look very neat, but with your techniques, I think I could make a satisfactory go of it. I remember when you got your machine just 4 or 5 years ago, wasn't it? I have the same brand, and have had a few issues, but none related to dense fabric. I hope all is smooth sewing from now on!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

My machine is 3 years old and I’d never had an issue, even with lots of layers of denim. But this specific knit was just two much there with the collar layers. I think you’ll always see me go the extra mile. It’s in my nature even if it takes a little longer :)

[@siamese35]

Today on the price is right game show, one of the contestants was named Karina Trinidad.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope she did well!

[@siamese35]

She did. She won the end showcase. Lol

[@patgottshalk8808]

Thanks, I just ordered via your link. I have a few but still have never printed a pdf pattern. Looks overwhelming.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

This video shows in detail how to do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZvPY3-CqdNkg8U

[@pollymaxwell5585]

I’m finally getting around to making the Metra blazer and have watched this video about five times. Your tips have made this so make so enjoyable for me, all the hand sewing is so worth it, I can’t believe how good my collar looks. Thanks Karina for your great advice.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yay! I’m so glad the video helped and that you’re happy. It’s the best feeling :)

[@rosanacandia9108]

Great job! Congratulations! How do you become a pattern tester? Thank you ?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

About once a year, Tami (the owner of Love Notions) will post a tester call on her Instagram account or in the Love Notions pattern support group.

[@louisedavidson848]

Have u ever used Lekala patterns? They go by body measurements. They are extremely inexpensive.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I haven’t used them yet.

[@nolaarndt4878]

Could you please share what kind of pencil you are using to mark? My marking skills are lacking and from watching you very accurate marking gives a far better result. Thanks

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I use a regular kid's coloring pencil dipped in water to make the dots :)

[@nolaarndt4878]

Thanks@@LiftingPinsandNeedles

[@suegeese6339]

I'm making the shawl collar Metra and think the collar seems too floppy. Would a fusible knit interfacing be okay to use to give the collar more body? Your videos are so helpful!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes it’s ok to fuse if the fabric is not structured enough. I’d block fuse. Interface a piece of fabric a bit larger than the facing and once the interfacing is on, the cut the piece.

[@suegeese6339]

@Lifting Pins and Needles Thank you for your quick reply. You are my favorite sewist, so talented and inventive.

[@suegeese6339]

Another question: Did you do straight stitching for all the seams?

[@jsd2457]

Hello I just purchased this pattern and I’m a first timer in purchasing PDF patterns. Do I really have to print out 68 pages?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

No. Read the first pages. There is a print chart. You print only the standard bust or the full bust. It’s only 5 pattern pieces.you don’t need to print the instructions. Please read the pattern files first before you print. You can also choose to print the sizes you need.

[@dianneandres3770]

I'm curious, did you use a woven interfacing or one for stretch fabric?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Knit interfacing for knit fabrics :)

[@dianneandres3770]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thank you! I've printed and cut out the size 8 pattern for this blazer. I'm a little nervous; I often have to make a petite adjustment because I'm only 5'2", short torso with a C cup. I'm unsure if this blazer will require that type of adjustment. I plan to make a muslin/tulle, so we'll see. Thank you again I love all of your tutorials.

[@dagmarluerweg3937]

Hey Karina, please look dies womans tipps, what do you think of this advice ??

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m sorry but I don’t know what you are referring to.

[@dagmarluerweg3937]

Hey thanks vor your beautiful infos, pleas look your Video Pants fitting i have a big problem, Hallo dear, i m from Germany and my english is bad i have a problem my pants oha, Hello your tips are great. I want to sew myself trousers out of woven fabric. Unfortunately I have a big bottom and the patterns are not made for it. The hips are not as pronounced but the thighs are back and the stomach is also plump. I'm small, 1.52, 70 kg. It always doesn't fit in the step curve, I've been trying on for ages but the pants don't fit right, I'm desperate. What is the reason? make step curve rounder and longer?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You need to make different sizes for your waist and hips, not just one size from the pattern. You can blend the lines smoothly yo go from one size to the other.