Looking for a cozy jacket? My Lovis is a well-fitting, knee-length jacket that even beginners can sew. The pattern is also great for plus sizes!
The most important things at a glance
- Lovis has a figure-flattering cut and widens slightly towards the hem
- Lovis has a sophisticated cut, but is still suitable for beginners
- I recommend sewing Lovis with an overlock machine or the overlock stitch on your sewing machine
- You can also sew Lovis as a coat by extending the bodice pattern pieces as you like
Warm, warmer, boiled wool: Sewing the LOVIS jacket
A warm jacket made of boiled wool, softshell, or cozy coat fabrics: How great to be able to make this dream come true yourself. With my pattern and a little patience, even beginners can sew a beautiful jacket with a zipper or button placket.
You can sew the Lovis jacket with either a hood or a stand-up collar. Two different pocket styles are also included with the pattern.
How is the jacket sewn?
The Lovis jacket is sewn in panels. This gives it its beautiful, flattering shape. The front is made completely with a facing. This makes the edge look clean and ensures the zipper is nicely enclosed.
How is the jacket cut?
The jacket has a figure-flattering cut and widens slightly towards the hem.
The front and back sections each consist of 4 fabric panels. The jacket is closed with a zipper or a button placket.
Which fabrics can be used to sew the jacket?
You can sew the jacket not only from boiled wool but also from many other fabrics.
Suitable fabrics
How much fabric do I need for each size?
With 148 cm fabric width:
- Size 32 - 38: 200 cm
- Size 40 - 48: 240 cm
- Size 50 - 52: 260 cm
- Size 54 - 56: 280 cm
- Size 58 - 60: 290 cm
What else do I need to sew the jacket?
- Sewing machine, overlock if available
- Jacket zipper*
- Bias tape*
- Wondertape*
- Matching or contrasting sewing thread*/overlock thread*
- Scissors*
- Pins*
- Rotary cutter*
- Ruler*
- Cutting mat*
- Iron and ironing board
Can beginners also sew the jacket?
Of course! The jacket has a very sophisticated cut that fits perfectly. Nevertheless, the pattern is kept very simple. For example, you can simply topstitch the pockets with raw edges if you are sewing the jacket from boiled wool.
Which machine can be used to sew the jacket?
I recommend sewing the jacket with an overlock machine. But it also works with a sewing machine and an overlock stitch.
Can the jacket also be sewn with a lining?
This pattern is designed for an unlined jacket.
Can the jacket pattern also be sewn as a coat?
Yes, you can do that. You can extend the bodice pattern pieces lengthwise. Keep in mind that you will then need more fabric and possibly more buttons or a longer zipper.
The facing pieces of the front must also be extended accordingly.
How are the fabric edges of the jacket sewn?
You can bind the edges with bias tape or braid - or simply fold them over and topstitch the hem.
This also applies to the pockets: In the instructions, I will show you how to work them without a hem. They are simply sewn on as patch pockets.
Of course, you can also sew them on with a folded-in hem!
How is the pattern prepared?
Print the pattern at 100% without page scaling in A4 format. Tape the printouts together along the long sides using the frames (see layout plan). Then cut out the pattern.
Which size do I need?
Refer to our body measurement chart to find out which size is right for you.
The following measurements apply for size 32:
- Body height: 166.5 cm
- Bust: 80 cm
- Waist: 64 cm
- Hip: 87 cm
- Arm length: 59.4 cm
The finished garment measurement chart tells you what the dimensions of the finished jacket will be.
Do I need to add a seam allowance?
No, a seam allowance of 1 cm is already included in the pattern.
Feel free to leave me a comment if you have any questions or suggestions.
Happy simple sewing,
yours, Sabine
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