Ready to Sew Pekka Jacket

Buy the Pekka Jacket sewing pattern from Ready to Sew. Inspired by traditional Japanese clothing, Pekka is an oversized mid-season jacket with wide armholes and a simplified lining. Its slightly cropped sleeves and generously sized pockets make it a stylish choice for layering. Designed with simplicity in mind, Pekka is an excellent option for enthusiastic beginners.

The simple collar and 7/8 sleeves of View 1 suit lightweight fabrics, perfect for a spring ensemble. View 2 has a double collar and 7/8 sleeves with cuffs, suiting thicker materials like quilted fabric for a more robust aesthetic.

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? 

Note: In the A0 version, pattern pieces overlap. If you choose copy shop printing, we will send you extra copies of the pattern sheets so you do not need to trace.

Suggested fabrics: 

Jacket shell: Opt for a light to medium weight fabric such as silk, linen, batik, ramie, hemp canvas, quilted cotton, or light denim. The versatility of this pattern allows for a wide range of fabric options. Consider medium weight linen for a spring iteration or opt for thick quilted fabric to create an autumnal version.

Lining: Select a lightweight fabric such as Tencel, cotton satin, cotton veil, or silk twill for the lining. Ensure that the choice complements your main fabric. It's crucial to remember that the lining should always be lighter than the main fabric, creating a harmonious balance in the overall garment.

Fabric requirements:

Range 1 (sizes 32-46)

Jacket shell: 140 cm wide fabric: View 1, 215 - 230 cm // View 2, 240 - 250 cm.

Lining: 140 cm wide fabric: View 1, 140 - 190 cm // View 2, 140 - 190 cm.

Range 2 (sizes 46-58)

Jacket shell: 140 cm wide fabric: View 1, 280 cm // View 2, 280 cm.

Lining: 140 cm wide fabric: View 1, 200 cm // View 2, 200 cm.

Sizing: EU 32 – 46 and EU 46 – 58 (approx. UK 6/8 – 14/16 and UK 18 – 30, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart.

Note: The size ranges have been drafted from different blocks. Range 1 (32-46) is based on a height of 167 cm and a B cup. Range 2 (46-58) is based on a height of 168 cm and a D cup.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (66 pages for sizes 32-46, 74 pages for sizes 46-58); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets with overlapping pieces for either size range) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: No.

Languages: French and English.

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