GBSB Ep8 Inspiration: Stitched from the Page
From Sherlock Holmes tweeds and reworked school uniforms to romantic Jane Austen dresses, explore the fabrics that inspired Literary Icons Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: US 12-32 (approx. UK 14 – 34 based on our size chart)
Please always check the pattern size chart and finished garment measurements.
Description
Experience the joy of a classic lined blazer that actually fits and flatters your curves with the Auburn Blazer. No more blazers that don't button up or are too large at the shoulders. Sleek princess seams, a sophisticated notched collar, and a single button closure make this blazer a stylish choice. Angled welt pockets and two-piece vented sleeves complete the look, or opt for a cropped length and clean sleeve finish.
Fabric Suggestions
Woven blazer: Mid to heavyweight wovens, such as suiting or tweed made from wool, linen, or wool blends. Lightweight coating is also suitable. Avoid fabrics with a very smooth surface like gabardine, as they will likely shine when pressed.
Stretch blazer: Mid to heavyweight knit fabric, such as stable ponte, or mid-weight stretch wovens such as stretch suiting.
Body lining: If using a non-stretch woven, use a lightweight woven lining such as viscose bemberg or crepe de chine. If using a stretch woven or ponte, use a knit lining for the body, such as ITY or other slick jersey.
Sleeve lining: Light-weight woven lining such as viscose bemberg or or crepe de chine, for both stretch & non-stretch blazers.
Pocket lining: Stable woven such as quilting cotton or shirting.
Interfacing: Mid-weight weft fusible interfacing and mid-weight knit fusible interfacing. Optional: use heavier weight interfacing for pocket welt; fusible horsehair canvas can be used for chest shield interfacing.
Notions
Delivery & Returns
Processing Your Order: We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 working days. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your order is handled with care and sent out promptly.
UK Delivery:
Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2nd Class Delivery: This is our standard Royal Mail service. Delivery is typically estimated at 2–3 working days from dispatch, although times can vary.
Royal Mail Tracked 24 - 1st Class Delivery: A faster Royal Mail option, typically estimated at 1–2 working days from dispatch. Please note that this is not a guaranteed next day service.
Courier Delivery: We offer a courier service via Parcelforce for customers requiring a faster delivery option. We aim to dispatch eligible orders placed before 1pm on the same working day, but this cannot be guaranteed. Courier delivery is generally expected on the next working day following dispatch. Orders placed on Friday may not be collected until the following Monday. This service is tracked.
We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
We deliver worldwide - view our full list of international destinations.
All delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our control once your parcel has been handed to the delivery provider.
We want you to love your order! If you’re not completely happy, you can return items within 28 days of receiving your order.
Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Cashmerette - Auburn Blazer Sewing Pattern (US 12-32) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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