Introducing the Barberry Jacket

February 26, 2021 by Charlotte 2 Comments

I am (nervous &) delighted to be able to release my first sewing pattern as Charlotte Emma Patterns, The Barberry Jacket. As a brand new company, and because this was my first pattern, there was lots to decide / develop to get to this point – everything from company name to the design of the pattern instructions (& I’m looking forward to creating some behind-the-scenes vlogs soon to talk a bit more about the process). As a result, this pattern feels long in the making, which always makes it even harder to let go of something and start sharing it, but it’s here and I really hope you like it.

Barberry Jacket

The Barberry Jacket is a shaped slim-fitting jacket with a cinched waist and exaggerated hemline. As you’ll no doubt spot, this pattern is inspired by vintage fashion (Dior’s Bar jacket was a key inspiration for that hemline), but it’s designed to fit within a modern wardrobe and to be comfortable and easy to wear. That’s achieved by not making it too restrictive / building in ease at the bust and waist, and in the sleeves.

Design Features

Barberry features a six-panel bodice, notched collar, two-piece sleeves, and a full lining. There’s lots of construction to get your teeth into with this pattern, including welt pockets, pocket flaps, and sleeve vents. The pattern is aimed at intermediate to advanced sewers, but comes with detailed step-by-step instructions & I’ll be sharing further video and photo resources over the next few weeks. It’s also possible to skip the most complicated steps (the welt pockets & sleeve vents) if you want to speed up the process or don’t want to tackle them, and the instructions include advice on which steps to skip.

PDF Patterns in sizes 04 to 36

Barberry is available as a digital PDF pattern in sizes 04 to 36 and two cup sizes (B and D). You can find more information on sizing on the website, and specific sizing for the pattern (including the finished measurements) on the Barberry Jacket page in the shop.

The versions of the jacket pictured (photographed in the snow in our local park recently) are made in a size 10. The red version is made in a medium-weight wool fabric from Fabworks. The green version is made using a medium-heavy wool fabric from Guthrie & Ghani. The buttons on the front of both jackets are from Pigeon Wishes.