Here’s another lined Yanaka Jacket, this time in a relaxed and furry printed cotton. It’s so different than my wool and neoprene version, isn’t it?
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weekend links
Liesl is back with her occasional column, weekend links, featuring a few interesting links to read this weekend
lining the Yanaka Jacket
Here’s an easy way to line our Yanaka Jacket, and a special fabric that warranted the addition of that lining technique.
6 ways I’m wearing my tomigaya dress
Six ways (and counting!) to wear the Tomigaya Shirt Dress, for every season and occasion.
fall fabric and sewing plans
I’m planning my fall and winter sewing, and I thought it would be useful to show you the fabrics I’ve chosen and how I’m going to use the. Maybe it will help you with your fabric choices and planning, too?
my essential suitcase
What are your 10 essential sewing patterns? I’m calling them my Stranded in the City Suitcase, in honor of the long-lasting Desert Island Discs radio program in which the guests pick their essential music for a long stay on a desert island…
how to add texture and depth to your wardrobe
Liesl is talking about how you can add a lot of depth and texture to your wardrobe by styling the items you own and wear with layers.
melanie’s scrappy yanaka jacket
Fabric choice has such an impact on the outcome of a pattern. Whether you are a solids or a prints fan, you will admire the pattern mixing in this piece. Click over to see Melanie’s scrappy Yanaka jacket!
me made may with liesl + co.
We’ve rounded up all the wonderful Liesl + Co makes from this year’s Me Made May. Get some inspiration for your sewing plans!
spring wardrobe edit with liesl + co.
Here are some fresh spring looks that you can recreate using Liesl + Co. patterns.
sew + tell: stephanie’s yanaka with pockets
Stephanie added pockets and a lining to the Yanaka Jacket pattern. She’s on the blog to talk about how she did it.
erica’s yanaka jackets
Erica’s two Yanaka Jackets demonstrate the versatility of this elegant pattern: chic in stretch denim, or a little edgy in camouflage softened with a splash of Liberty.
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