DIY Puffer Vest

DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets

Fabric: Mud Cloth Print (main fabric) and black lining (both 100% cotton) from Afrique Clothing Store

Batting and Fibers:

Pattern: SVETA DRESSMAKER, Crop Puffer Vest

Sizing: I cut the size Large. My bust measurement is 37 in., I referred to the size chart measurements to make my decision.

Modifications:

  1. The pattern calls for 3 layers of fabric. I cut the following: lining x2 and the main fabric x1. The pattern instructions calls for the reverse. I opted to cut the lining x2 because I used 100% cotton fabric and wanted to preserve my mud cloth print fabric.
  2. For the armhole I folded in the seam allowance and did a topstitch. When turning the garment right side out, I wasn’t able to turn it, so I had to cut the center back. Not sure where I went wrong with the instructions.
  3. Added a 8″ x 7″ pocket to the lining

Things to note/consider: The fabric directions wording was a bit heavy, but I was still able to navigate. Attaching the lining to the main fabric for the arm hole got a little tricky (see modifications for more detail). I should have used a walking foot when sewing over the batting, my threads kept bunching. Next time, I will bring in the shoulder length about one inch, the current shoulder extends farther down my shoulder than I would like (I should have sewn a muslin first).

DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets DIY Sewing Cropped Puffer Vest with Pockets

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17 Comments

  1. Lynnette
    April 9, 2024 / 2:23 pm

    Beautiful, love it!!!

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 14, 2024 / 5:39 pm

      Thank you so much Lynnette ❤️

  2. Lynnette
    April 9, 2024 / 2:23 pm

    Beautiful, love it!

  3. Tory
    April 9, 2024 / 3:28 pm

    Awesome 🌹

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 14, 2024 / 5:39 pm

      Thank you so much mama Tory ❤️

  4. Abbey
    April 9, 2024 / 3:57 pm

    I love it!!! Even with the challenges, it looks so good and totally wearable. Why muslin when we can problem solve on the fly, right? 🤣

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 14, 2024 / 5:40 pm

      Thank you Abbey ❤️… 🤣 right! Sometimes I just like to go for it!!!

  5. Alisha
    April 10, 2024 / 10:34 am

    SUPER CUTE!!! Thanks for sharing!!

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 14, 2024 / 5:41 pm

      Thank you so much Alisha ❤️

  6. Dwan L. Krisel
    April 10, 2024 / 8:08 pm

    Beautiful Awesome Fabulous!!!

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 14, 2024 / 5:41 pm

      Thank you Dwan ❤️

  7. Sherry
    April 11, 2024 / 5:52 pm

    I know it’s a matter of preference, but I actually love the extended shoulder length on you!

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 14, 2024 / 5:45 pm

      Thank you Sherry ❤️ You’re so right! After wearing it a couple of more times, I think I like the shoulder now lol

  8. Charlene
    April 20, 2024 / 3:19 am

    Omg this is beautiful.. I will have to try it..

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 30, 2024 / 9:34 pm

      Thank you so much! Yes, try it out!

  9. Charlene
    April 20, 2024 / 3:20 am

    Omg this is beautiful..

    • montoyamayo
      Author
      April 30, 2024 / 9:35 pm

      Thank you so much ❤️

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