yanaka jacket sewing pattern

yanaka jacket sewing pattern
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A cross between a blazer and a cardigan, this chic, unlined jacket is semifitted, slightly cropped, and includes several unique features: a cutaway silhouette, cut-on sleeves, a sleeve gusset for better movement and fit, and a gentle stand-up collar. With no set-in sleeve and no closures, this style is fun and easy to sew as well as versatile to wear. The cut-out V-notch at the back hem adds a little extra style, and the pattern is great for color blocking. This style includes cup sizes with added bust darts for C and D cups to help you get a perfect fit.

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yanaka jacket sewing pattern

  • Description

    A cross between a blazer and a cardigan, this chic, unlined jacket is semifitted, slightly cropped, and includes several unique features: a cutaway silhouette, cut-on sleeves, a sleeve gusset for better movement and fit, and a gentle stand-up collar. With no set-in sleeve and no closures, this style is fun and easy to sew as well as versatile to wear. The cut-out V-notch at the back hem adds a little extra style, and the pattern is great for color blocking. This style includes cup sizes with added bust darts for C and D cups to help you get a perfect fit.

    Suggested Fabrics

    This pattern works best with medium- to heavyweight woven fabrics like denim, canvas, wool coating, jacquard, brocade, and bonded fabrics.

    Notions

    Coordinating thread, medium- to heavyweight interfacing (fusible or sew-in), approximately 15 yards of bias binding or seam binding to finish the seam allowances (optional), 1–1 1/2 yards of 1/4" chain to weight the hem (optional).

    Yanaka Jacket Flat Illustration

    Fabric Guide

    size 0 2 4 6 8 10
    44" Fabric 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 2 3/4 yards 3 yards 3 yards
    58" Fabric 2 yards
    		 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards

    size 12 14 16 18 20
    44" Fabric 3 yards 3 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards 3 1/4 yards
    58" Fabric 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 yards 2 1/4 yards

     

    Finished Measurements

    size 0 2 4 6 8 10
    Front Length* 20 1/4" 20 1/2" 20 3/4" 21" 21 1/4" 21 1/2"
    Back Length** 16 3/4" 17" 17 1/4" 17 1/2" 17 3/4" 18"
    Bust, A/B Cup 35" 36" 37" 38" 39" 40"
    Bust, C Cup 36" 37" 38" 39" 40" 41"
    Bust, D Cup 37" 38" 39" 40" 41" 42"
    Waist 34 3/4" 35 3/4" 36 3/4" 37 3/4" 38 3/4" 39 3/4"
    Sleeve Length** 29 3/4" 30 1/4" 30 3/4" 31 1/4" 31 3/4" 32"

    size 12 14 16 18 20
    Front Length* 21 3/4" 22" 22 1/4" 22 1/2" 22 3/4"
    Back Length** 18 1/4" 18 1/2" 18 3/4" 19" 19 1/4"
    Bust, A/B Cup 41 1/2" 43" 45" 47" 49"
    Bust, C Cup 42 1/2" 44" 46" 48" 50"
    Bust, D Cup 43 1/2" 45" 47" 49" 51"
    Waist 41 1/4" 42 3/4" 44 3/4" 46 3/4" 48 3/4"
    Sleeve Length** 32 3/4" 33 1/4" 34" 34 1/2" 35 1/4"

    * Measured from shoulder at neck.
    ** Measured from center back at neck.

     

  • English System
    Pattern
    Size    		 Bust
    (in.)    		 Waist
    (in.)    		 Hips
    (in.)
    0 32 1/2" 25" 35"
    2 33 1/2" 26" 36"
    4 34 1/2" 27" 37"
    6 35 1/2" 28" 38"
    8 36 1/2" 29" 39"
    10 37 1/2" 30" 40"
    12 39" 31 1/2" 41 1/2"
    14 40 1/2" 33" 43"
    16 42" 34 1/2" 44 1/2"
    18 44" 36 1/2" 46 1/2"
    20 46" 38 1/2" 48 1/2"

     

    Metric System
    Pattern
    Size    		 Bust
    (cm)    		 Waist
    (cm)    		 Hips
    (cm)
    0 83 64 89
    2 85 66 92
    4 88 69 94
    6 90 71 97
    8 93 74 99
    10 95 76 102
    12 99 80 106
    14 103 84 109
    16 107 88 113
    18 112 93 118
    20 117 98 123

     

  • Average rating: (4.7 of 5) based on 21 reviews

      well designed pattern
    Reviewed by Allegra Smick on 04/23/2025
    I love Liesl's patterns because they are so well designed. They are both simple and elegant. I love the gusset under the sleeve that allowed me to easily give myself a bit more ease around the back. I was able to use the pdf at the end for my first projector sewing project. I made a muslin for fitting and have cut out my first jacket. I intend to make several variations for myself and my family. I think I can make it in a couple days. Can't wait to make more of Liesl's patterns.
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      Fantastic Style, Thorough Instructions
    Reviewed by Jan (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/09/2025
    I'm a new sewer, and this was my first pattern--mind you I was in a class setting with guidance along the way. I found the instructions to be thorough & accurate and the pattern to be precise and true to typical store size. (I'm 5'4" & 125 pounds. In stores I go between 4 & 6. I made the six. Mid sewing, with my teachers help, I adjusted the bust to slightly smaller.) My teacher was seriously impressed with the pattern quality as well as the design lines. Next I'll make the jacket with a new fabric on my own--and I have two friends who are ready to submit their measurements. Then I'll move onto other patterns by Liesl.
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      Fun little jacket
    Reviewed by PixieDust on 02/11/2025
    I am returning to apparel sewing after a long hiatus. I chose the wrong fabric for my first try at this jacket. I should have made a prototype using white muslin. Layout was challenging to match designs in the fabric. While its great you offer sizes 0-20, it is very difficult to makeout the ten different lines on the same tissue pattern. I made a pattern with tracing paper in the size(s) that matched my measurements. My fabric frayed SO much just handling the peices that i lost much of my seam allowances! The jacket is finished and looks pretty good, but the sleeves are to narrow to be comfortable. I made a combo of sizes 6 and 8 and lengthened the sleeves. It should fit with a light weight shirt underneath. The instructions for sewing the notch in the back hem were very confusing but I figured it out. I will make another jacket using denim or light weight canvas.
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      Yanaka Jacket
    Reviewed by Edie Kozak on 10/16/2024
    I was specifically looking for a jacket with a stand-up collar and this one intrigued me. Since I am long-waisted, I lengthened the jacket by 3 inches. The challenges for me were the underarm gusset and the collar, matching the "corner" points. These are certainly not conventional steps to assemble and it may not be for a beginner. But I mastered the jacket and it's fantastic. I've gotten many compliments. I have since ordered another Oliver + S jacket!
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      My first jacket and successfully completed
    Reviewed by Donna Stanbridge (✓ Verified Buyer) on 08/31/2024
    Really love the style of this jacket and so happy it turned out. Since I never made a jacket I could have used a video as it took me a bit of time to understand the paper instructions. I will definitely make this jacket again. Thank you for such a lovely pattern. Also, I am what you call petite and the jacket style is quite flattering to shorter individuals. Thanks again 😊
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      Great style but poor fitting
    Reviewed by janet (✓ Verified Buyer) on 11/21/2023
    I made this pattern in the size I thought was correct according to my measurements however it was probably 2 sizes too small. It was even too small for a friend who is much smaller than me. I rechecked the measurements and did have them correct. I am a very experienced sewer.
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      Beautiful Pattern but error in draft of D cup
    Reviewed by Pamela Conde (✓ Verified Buyer) on 10/25/2023
    I loved this beautiful jacket. It sewed together well except the D cup pattern was drafted incorrectly in both the front piece and the facing. Fortunately my first attempt was a toile and I had extra fabric to recut the affected pieces. When drafting the pieces, the additional length of 1-1/2” necessary for the addition of the dart was omitted. When I attempted to connect the front to the back, the front piece was 1-1/2” too short. The facing piece was affected as well. Once I recut those pieces everything went very smoothly. I am so thankful that I made a toile instead of immediately sewing it with my expensive wool!
    7 of 7 customers found this helpful.
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      Mrs. Diane Jacobs
    Reviewed by Diane Jacobs (✓ Verified Buyer) on 04/21/2023
    I made the jacket in green fabric with monkeys all over it. I love it. It was a challenge for me since I don't garment sew very much. But the pattern was easy to follow and I plan on making another
    3 of 3 customers found this helpful.
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      Great Pattern
    Reviewed by Judy Tryka (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/19/2023
    The pattern is ultra stylish, true to size and goes together without a hitch. I used handkerchief linen and used the interfacing suggested. The collar really “popped.” I plan to make it again.
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      Beautiful Easy Yanaka
    Reviewed by Sue Cochrane (✓ Verified Buyer) on 01/07/2023
    I purchased the Yanaka in your pre christmas sale, obviously as a pdf as I live in Australia & needed (wanted) it immediately! It printed out & put together easily, all marks very clearly stated. The jacket went together so easily, the instructions are very clear & it was a much simpler sew than I initially envisioned. Dead set simple! Even the 'corners' were easier than I thought it would be. I made it in a heavy-ish denim as a toile & it turned out so well that it was a definite wearable outfit. I loved it, so much so when I lost it on a trip interstate at the airport I was devastated. Another make on the way! I made 2 alterations, shortened the sleeves by 5cms, lowered the collar by 2cms as I know I have a short neck & arms. The fact that it had the 'D' cup allowance is brilliant, I did spend a long time checking measurements to make sure I was cutting out the right size for me. It was perfect. In summary, very well drafted & superb instructions, thank you.
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      Jacket girl
    Reviewed by Linda White (✓ Verified Buyer) on 08/18/2022
    The pattern was wonderful. I plan on purchasing more. I would highly recommend it.
    1 of 1 customers found this helpful.
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      Wonderful!
    Reviewed by Crystal (✓ Verified Buyer) on 11/23/2021
    I made this jacket in a prequilted fabric, and I omitted the interfacing. I finished the seams with bias tape that I made out of a beautiful cotton. I love the fit and the unique style! It was easy to sew, but took a lot of time due to finishing each seam. The fit is true to size. I have plans to make it again!
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      Yanaka Jacket
    Reviewed by Denise Kerner (✓ Verified Buyer) on 04/19/2021
    Sweet, simple, and even at my age, sexy! I'll definitely make this jacket again. I used brocade, which didn't give me a lot of wiggle room, but the eye-catching fabric took the jacket to "the next level." My only suggestion is that, If you have heavy arms, or muscles, make a muslin of the sleeves before you cut the fashion fabric. Like every other part of this jacket, the sleeves are (pleasantly) close-fitting.
    18 of 18 customers found this helpful.
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      The best thing I've ever made
    Reviewed by Mindy Roberts (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/28/2021
    I love this jacket! It fits perfectly and looks very classy. Plus - I sewed this on a day that I'd gotten 2 hours sleep the night before. Despite being nearly blind from lack of sleep, the pattern was easy to understand and everything came together just right. It's great that the sizes are on separate layers - it takes so much frustration out of cutting the fabric. This is a fool proof and beautiful pattern. Thank you Liesl & Co!
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      Digital Yanaka Jacket Sewing Pattern
    Reviewed by Martina (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/15/2021
    Easy to navigate pattern - this one is a keeper. I enjoyed making this Jacket and even used some of the techniques I learned on other projects.
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      Great jacket and easy pattern
    Reviewed by Sue (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/08/2021
    I made a Yanaka jacket with a stretch crepe. The fabric was too thin and stretchy by itself so I underlined it with satin. I made a muslin first, which made it clear that I should NOT use the pattern with darts (if you are not sure about this - the muslin is well worth the time). I also took the time to finish the visible edges with bias binding (and I'm very glad I did - it looks really classy). I did NOT finish inside the sleeves this way because it would have been too bulky. The result is a beautiful jacket that I plan to wear to the office. Liesel & Co. patterns are so clear and easy to follow, any adventurous beginner like me can end up with beautiful results.
    13 of 13 customers found this helpful.
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      Tanaka Jacket
    Reviewed by Renee Josof (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/08/2021
    I made the Yanaka jacket in a navy blue stretch denim with silver motif. My bridge gals loved it and I love it. Very sharp looking pattern. Many possibilities for future jackets with different fabrics. One of the best patterns that I have come across and I have been sewing garments for many years. Thank you, keep on designing wonderful patterns like this one.
    8 of 8 customers found this helpful.
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      Great casual jacket
    Reviewed by Jean Hansen on 03/06/2021
    I bought the pattern to make in brocade, but decided to test it in a heavy cotton print first. It has come out wonderfully and I'm just finishing it today. I'm 5' 2" and weigh 120 pounds and used size 10 C-cup. The jacket fits perfectly! I agree with another reviewer that 5/8" seams would work better as I use a serger for the finishing. Also, when I make the jacket in brocade, I plan to line it. When I finish this one, I'll send you a picture.
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      Yanaka Jacket
    Reviewed by Caryl Gaubatz (✓ Verified Buyer) on 03/01/2021
    Outcome- very cute jacket reminiscent of tuxedo jacket. Well proportioned for petite figure. I am 5'3" and weigh 100#. I made a size 6 based on the measurements provided. It seems a little snug under the arms .I made the option without the dart. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. If I make it again, I will line it. It took me 2 days to sew bias tape on the many seams. I also prefer a 5/8" seam allowance as I normally finish seams with flat fell method or French seams.
    10 of 11 customers found this helpful.
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      smart & easy jacket
    Reviewed by Helen Romandi (✓ Verified Buyer) on 02/25/2021
    made the small yanaka jachet for my granddaughter with a wool fabric and curved bottom fronts bottom fronts which she loved. Very easy to follow. Looking forward to making one myself.
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      Nice short Jacket
    Reviewed by Kate (✓ Verified Buyer) on 01/19/2021
    This was a fun and sharp jacket to make. Always look better in a shorter jacket so this just fit.
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