PHOTO OF THE WEEK, Tailoring

Ever wonder why a well made gentleman's jacket looks so good on men who
may not make much impression in a bathing suit?

Ever wonder what is inside one or why those who can afford them are
willing to pay several thousand dollars for one?

I can't say that I ever did but after I decided that eating my sheep
was out of the question, I found out the hard way.

js

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Most interesting, Jack! I admire your tenacity for getting the garments
done correctly every time.
Emily

Jack Schmidling wrote:
Ever wonder why a well made gentleman's jacket looks so good on men who
may not make much impression in a bathing suit?

Ever wonder what is inside one or why those who can afford them are
willing to pay several thousand dollars for one?

I can't say that I ever did but after I decided that eating my sheep
was out of the question, I found out the hard way.

js

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Fantastic, as we have come to expect from you. ;-)

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Jack Schmidling wrote:
Ever wonder why a well made gentleman's jacket looks so good on men who
may not make much impression in a bathing suit?

Ever wonder what is inside one or why those who can afford them are
willing to pay several thousand dollars for one?

I can't say that I ever did but after I decided that eating my sheep
was out of the question, I found out the hard way.

js

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Jack, it's beautiful! Well done! I made my hubby a suit a few
years back, out of venetian cloth from a factory making for Daks, so I
know how much work is involved in just the making. I'm not yet ready to
start with a field of sheep!

I might even believe you bought a horse for the hair canvas...

"Jack Schmidling" wrote in message
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Ever wonder why a well made gentleman's jacket looks so good on
men who
may not make much impression in a bathing suit?

Ever wonder what is inside one or why those who can afford them
are
willing to pay several thousand dollars for one?

I can't say that I ever did but after I decided that eating my
sheep
was out of the question, I found out the hard way.

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Wow, that brings back memories! I made my DH a tailored
three-piece suit in the early 80s. I bought several books on
*real* tailoring, as I had never done a man's suit before, the
difference in constructing a man's suit and a woman's is very
different. I was intrigued by all the hand padding stitches it
took.

Have you attempted pants yet (welt pockets, and that special
waistband)? ;-)

Congratulations, your jacket looks wonderful.

Beverly

That is amazing Jack. I always enjoy seeing your great work.
Thanks so much for sharing.
What are you going to do next? I'll look forward to it.
Taria

Jack Schmidling wrote:

Ever wonder why a well made gentleman's jacket looks so good on men who
may not make much impression in a bathing suit?

Ever wonder what is inside one or why those who can afford them are
willing to pay several thousand dollars for one?

I can't say that I ever did but after I decided that eating my sheep
was out of the question, I found out the hard way.

js

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BEI Design wrote:

Have you attempted pants yet (welt pockets, and that special
waistband)?

Actually, I have and it is really fun and satisfying. Another learning
experience which does not make much sense at first. I have only used
rummage sale fabric that Marilyn finds now and then. Not sure that
homespun would make a wearable pair of pants.

Congratulations, your jacket looks wonderful.

Thanks for the kind words.

js


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CypSew wrote:
Most interesting, Jack! I admire your tenacity for getting the garments
done correctly every time.

Thanks but I am not sure what I would do if my draft didn't fit well.
The fitting part is where I really need some help as the interactiions
between different pieces make me hesitant to change anything.

I need some quality time with a real tailor to understand this aspect.

js

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