Folkwear 124 Bolivian Milkmaid's Jacket

Buy the 124 Bolivian Milkmaid's Jacket sewing pattern from Folkwear. These short jackets, worn by women of the Bolivian altiplano, are reminiscent of Spanish Conquistador costumes. The original is made in brightly coloured velvet and trimmed with crystal beading and narrow braid, with close fitting lines and full sleeves. The pattern includes three versions in two views. All have princess lines in the back, with full sleeves pleated into a slightly extended shoulder and into cuffs. The stitched-down pleats enhance the fitted look.

View A, unlined, has a V-neck and extends just to a band at the waist. View B, lined, continues a few inches below the fitted waist. The traditional version of View B has a flared peplum formed by small triangles or godets set in each seam; without the godets, the jacket has a more contemporary, tailored finish.

Both views close in the front with hooks and eyes, or you may use purchased frogs or looped buttons. Designs and instructions are included for optional traditional beading and decoration.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Medium to heavyweight fabrics such as velvet, wool, corduroy, flannel, cotton, linen, or silk. For View B lining, lightweight fabrics such as silk, cotton, polyester, or blends.

Fabric requirements: All yardages are given for fabrics with or without nap, pile, or one-way design.

View A: Main: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 7/8 - 2 5/8 yd (1.8 - 2.4 m) / 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 5/8 - 2 yd (1.5 - 1.9 m) // Lining: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 3/8 yd (0.4 m).

View B Traditional: Main: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 7/8 - 2 1/2 yd (1.8 - 2.3 m) / 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 - 1 7/8 yd (1.4 - 1.8 m) // Lining: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 7/8 - 2 3/8 yd (1.8 - 2.2 m) / 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 - 1 7/8 yd (1.4 - 1.8 m).

View B Modern: Main: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 7/8 - 2 1/2 yd (1.8 - 2.3 m) / 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 - 1 7/8 yd (1.4 - 1.8 m) // Lining: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 7/8 - 2 3/8 yd (1.8 - 2.2 m) / 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 yd (1.4 - 1.6 m).

Sizing: US 8 - 22 (approx. UK 6 - 18). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Thread; eight to ten hooks and eyes; 1/4 yd (0.25 m) of lightweight, non-woven interfacing if using lightweight fabric. If you are planning to embellish your jacket, additional materials will be required.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; print-at-home pattern; 36″ wide copy shop file; A0 copy shop file.

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