Den Sew Along | Getting Started
To help you in your sewing experience, we're thrilled to share the Den Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also have community-led sewing support in our Facebook group, or you can email us directly for additional support.
GATHERING SUPPLIES
Before we begin sewing, here's what you'll need for your Den Jacket:
- The Den Jacket Pattern, available in sizes 0-30, with two cup sizes.
- Washed and pressed fabric: we have a fabric resource post here.
- Tricot fusible interfacing: we recommend this tricot fusible interfacing from Wawak.
- NIne or Ten 1/2" (12.7 mm) Buttons/Snaps for the center front.
VIEW A | Crop Length
VIEW B | Hip Length (Optional lining shown)
Optional Notions
- Tailor's Chalk or Washable Fabric Marker
- Turning Tool
- Stay Tape
- Pressing Ham
TIPS FOR CUTTING
When cutting your fabric and pattern, here are a few important notes to remember:
- Your fabric should be pre-washed the same way you plan to launder your garment.
- Read the information on each pattern piece.
- Grainlines are indicated on the pattern pieces. Place pattern pieces on the grainline, parallel to the selvage or fold.
- If the pattern says “Cut 2,” the pieces are mirror images of each other.
- If the pattern says “Cut on FOLD,” place the pattern edge exactly along the fold of the fabric.
- Clip all notches at 1/4” (0.6 cm) or less.
- Transfer all pattern markings to your fabric with a washable marker or chalk.
CUT LISTS
VIEW A | CROP LENGTH
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 A/B OR C/D - CENTER FRONT PLACKET - CUT 2
- #2 A/B OR C/D - UPPER FRONT - CUT 2
- #3 - LOWER FRONT - CUT 2
- #4 - BACK YOKE - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #5 - BACK - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #6 - UPPER COLLAR - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #7 - UNDER COLLAR - CUT 2
- #8 - UPPER SLEEVE - CUT 2
- #9 - LOWER SLEEVE - CUT 2
- #10 - SLEEVE CUFF FACING - CUT 2
- #13 - SIDE POCKET CROPPED LENGTH - CUT 2
- #14 - SIDE POCKET FACING CROPPED LENGTH - CUT 2
- #15 - PATCH POCKET - CUT 2
*Only if lining your jacket
- *#16 - BACK NECK FACING - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- *#17 - CENTER BACK HANGER LOOP - CUT 1
LINING CUT LIST - OPTIONAL
- #18 A/B OR C/D - FRONT LINING - CUT 2
- #19 - BACK LINING - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #20 - SLEEVE LINING - CUT 2
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #7 - UNDER COLLAR - CUT 2
- #14 - SIDE POCKET FACING CROPPED LENGTH - CUT 2
- #21 - PATCH POCKET FUSIBLE - CUT 2
- #22 - A/B OR C/D - CENTER FRONT FUSIBLE - CUT 2
VIEW B | HIP LENGTH
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 A/B OR C/D - CENTER FRONT PLACKET - CUT 2
- #2 A/B OR C/D - UPPER FRONT - CUT 2
- #3 - LOWER FRONT - CUT 2
- #4 - BACK YOKE - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #5 - BACK - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #6 - UPPER COLLAR - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #7 - UNDER COLLAR - CUT 2
- #8 - UPPER SLEEVE - CUT 2
- #9 - LOWER SLEEVE - CUT 2
- #10 - SLEEVE CUFF FACING - CUT 2
- #11 - SIDE POCKET HIP LENGTH - CUT 2
- #12 - SIDE POCKET FACING HIP LENGTH - CUT 2
- #15 - PATCH POCKET - CUT 2
*Only if lining your jacket
- *#16 - BACK NECK FACING - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- *#17 - CENTER BACK HANGER LOOP - CUT 1
LINING CUT LIST - OPTIONAL
- #18 A/B OR C/D - FRONT LINING - CUT 2
- #19 - BACK LINING - CUT 1 ON FOLD
- #20 - SLEEVE LINING - CUT 2
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #7 - UNDER COLLAR - CUT 2
- #12 - SIDE POCKET FACING HIP LENGTH - CUT 2
- #21 - PATCH POCKET FUSIBLE - CUT 2
- #22 A/B OR C/D - CENTER FRONT FUSIBLE - CUT 2
Den Sew Along Posts | Getting Started | Staystitching, Interfacing, and Collar | Sew and Attach Pockets | Sew Yoke, Shoulders and Sleeves | Prepare and Sew Optional Lining | Sew Front Placket and Hem | Attach Collar and Topstitch Placket | Adding Snaps or Buttons
