The Ensō Coat - Butterick 5960

Butterick 5960

The painted version

of this coat was so much fun to create!

The soft eggshell knit fabric is in the NEW fabric section

on Marcy's website.

(If it is no longer there then it's gone I'm afraid.)

The silk-screens used are 'Yes' and 'Ensō'

and Marcy is selling them too.

'Ensō' comes in a set 

containing the three sizes you will need

to duplicate my design.

The lines are simple brushstrokes

made with a round brush

that looks like this:

I practiced many different techniques

before I settled on this particular design.

The fabric sample piece is so lovely

I'm now using it as a blanket for a 

luxurious afternoon nap

when I can sneak one in.

Practice painting your stroke

or screening 'Ensō' or 'Yes'

in fun colors on some wrapping paper

until you feel confident. 

That way you will end up with some cool

hand-painted gift wrap

as well as a fabulous hand-painted coat!

I'm loving the belted look

the Butterick stylist created

It could even be worn as a dress.

I'd add some snaps or buttons

for modesty's sake.

The lines are simple and classic

and a bit of padding in the long 'collar'

gives it a touch of dimensionality,

while the generous geometric pockets

hold everything you could want

and will keep your hands warm too.

The eggshell knit version is unlined

and the black version is lined.

Depends on how cold it is where you live

and what fabric you are using

but both versions are fairly simple.

Ensō Coat

Marcy's website has many great fabrics

that would work for this coat

and she's posting more every day

as autumn slips closer.

I am planning

a 3/4 length version to take to Paris...

Go-to Top and Pant - Butterick 5961

Feeling French, Butterick 5961 in stripes with crop pants .

The square armhole

is what pops this top

into the chic category for me.

Add that to the comfort factor

and you can understand why

I just keep adding more of these shapes

to my wardrobe.

Color blocked Ponte.

Textures and length for Fall with stretch woven pants.

The versions I've made of this top

have been worn so much 

they are nearly worn out...

A fleece interpretation with raw edges

on the sleeves and hem

(which provide a cool 'roll' trim)

has been keeping me warm

these cool evenings

as it layers perfectly over a little T.

Time to make some more!

I'll be snooping around the ArtBarn 

to see what great new fabrics

Marcy has posted 

that get my creative juices moving.

Nothing like a little kick-up

to the wardrobe as Fall starts sneaking in.

You can really see the simplicity of the designs 

in the line drawings,

offering many opportunities

for pattern and/or stripe fabric combos.

Slim pant has seams down the center front and back

which can simplify fitting

and a flattering stitching detail on the front.

Pant weight knits 

are an obvious choice

but stretch wovens will work too.

A tony update to my 'jeans' collection. 

Jane Foster's Walnut Creek Studio and Vogue 8817

“Anyone who has a chance to study with Jane Foster is very lucky. 

Jane combines the perfect blend of teaching ability

and knowledge of exquisite sewing technique 

with the talent to model great design."

Marcy Tilton

Recently I received an email from Jane Foster

with photos of what she and the women in one of her classes

had done with Vogue 8817.

I want to share them with you.

 Jane screened polka dots on front and back.

Lark used a Marcy Tilton screen 

to soften the plain knit at the neckline.

Vicki used embroidery floss 

to work running stitch circles on the yoke.

Ellen cut out circles, 

fused them on with Steam-a-Seam

and added stitching.

Jeanne created two versions!

Jeanne couched copper cord onto the yoke

to create better color near her face.

Cathy combined some of the 50 shades of grey.

All you amazing creatives

continue to dazzle me with your innovations

and interpretations of my patterns!

Many thanks and much appreciation.