The Ormond Jacket is a chore style jacket which is the extra layer you need for the changing seasons. Finishing at the high hip, it’s a versatile piece that will coordinate with lots of outfits in your wardrobe.
The jacket features raglan sleeves which are easy to sew and have a simple hemmed finish. The flat collar, also known as a convertible collar, allows the jacket to be worn fully buttoned up or open for a relaxed look.
There’s satisfying topstitching on the jacket, which highlights the design features, such as the angled front pockets. These roomy pockets are just the right size for holding your essentials, or an extra pair of gloves should the cold weather return!
To complement the fabrics we’ve sourced antique brass jeans style buttons, which give the jacket a work-wear edge. On the inside though it’s all about the beautiful finish and we’ve included super soft and smooth Liberty Tana Lawn to bind the seams with.
In her top tips video Lauren demonstrates how to make your own continuous bias binding using this fabric and also explains how it can be used in the under collar for a flash of colour!
The Ormond is a handy jacket that you’ll find yourself constantly reaching for as you leave the house - the extra layer you didn’t know you were missing!
Each kit includes enough fabric to make the hip length jacket version of this pattern.
This kit is available in four gorgeous spring colours: ecru, lilac, old blue and sage
The fabric we’ve chosen is the Sevenberry Cotton Twill, which is perfect for outerwear. It is hardwearing, yet not stiff and has a lovely softness to it. It is 100% cotton, giving it great breathability, with a weight of 267 g/m².
We’ve paired these fabrics with Liberty Tana Lawn, for a beautiful finish on the inside of your jacket. Liberty’s lawns are renowned for being made from finely woven cotton, which will add a touch of luxury to your make.
To see the fabrics close up check out the video in the main gallery above.
This pattern is available in In the Fold sizes ranges A - J & G - P, approx. UK 6 - 26 & 18 - 44:
Sizes A - J / UK 6-26: Bust 29 ⅞ - 51 ⅝”, waist 24 - 45 ⅝” and hip 33 - 54 ¾”
Sizes G - P / UK 18-44: Bust 44 ¾ - 71 ¼”, waist 36 ¾ - 63 ⅜” and hip 45 ⅞ - 72 ½”
The A - J pattern is drafted to a dressmaker’s B cup and the G - P pattern is drafted to a dressmaker’s D cup. If you are unsure about what dressmakers cup size you are, please check out this article and note that it is different to what bra size you might wear.
If you'd like to see how the Ormond Jacket looks on many different bodies, check out the Instagram hashtag, here.
- The PDF digital files for the Ormond Jacket & Coat by In the Folds (Size ranges: A-J / UK 6-26 and G-P / UK 18-44). The link to the PDF instruction booklet and PDF pattern files for ALL sizes are available to access when logged into the g&g website
- A0 print out of the Ormond Jacket & Coat. Printed pattern pieces for EITHER sizes UK 6-26 or UK 18-44 (please choose your kit size option above).
- Main fabric: as described above. 'Size UK 6-26’ kits contain 2.8m of fabric and 'Size UK 18-44' kits contain 3.2m of fabric.
- Lining fabric: for creating bias binding, as described above. All kits contain 0.5m.
- Interfacing: mid weight cotton woven interfacing, in white or black. All kits contain 0.6m
- Buttons: 7 x hammer-on antique brass buttons.
- Thread: 2 reels of Gutermann sew-all thread to match fabric, shades 802 (ecru), 568 (lilac), 903 (blue) or 561 (sage)
- Sewing Machine Needles: Pack of Prym mixed needles
- Label: ‘Me Made' Sew in woven label
- Video: access to Lauren’s top tips video, as described below
A physical print out of the instruction booklet will NOT be included. You can view the instruction booklet on your device at home, print it out at home, or add the 'printed pattern instructions' product (see link below) to your order and we will print it for you.
Alongside the purchase of this kit you will receive access to Lauren’s exclusive YouTube video to be used alongside the pattern instructions.
She shares her hints and tips on getting a really lovely finish on your garment including how to make continuous bias binding from a rectangle, how to bind the seams, how to sew flat fell seams, how to construct the collar, how to sew the buttonholes and much more!
The video has over 38 minutes of footage, sectioned out with time stamps/chapters for easy reference and navigation.
The link to the video will be contained in your order confirmation email along with the pdf files, please file this safely for future reference.
In the Folds rate the difficulty level for this pattern as 3.5 / 5. However, the jacket view used in the kit is slightly more straightforward as it doesn’t feature welt pockets.
To complete this project successfully you'll need a regular sewing machine along with Lauren's essential recommended sewing tools. A hammer is used to install the jacket buttons and a quilting ruler is very helpful for making the bias binding.
You can see some of the tools most used by Lauren in her top tips video in the Related Products section below.
If you would like a printed copy of the instructions sent out with your kit, in addition to the PDF copy that you will receive, please see the related products below and add it to your cart as a separate product.
Your kit will be wrapped in tissue and beautifully presented in recyclable packaging.
We will aim to dispatch all kits as soon as possible after orders are placed and aim to have all kits shipped out by Friday 21st March.
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