Paola Workwear Jacket Sewing Pattern (Free PDF)

Thank you so much for the access to a good jacket pattern. I have been wanting to make a quilted jacket for some time with some leftover have square triangles I had. I definitely didn't construct the pattern as written, but the Paola jacket was a great springboard for my project.

Really enjoyed making this jacket. As you can see I made a few adjustments. I shortened it. I sewed the seems right sides together and then trimmed them. I shortened the pockets and only used two. I originally was going to have both pockets on the bottom but the pattern of the one pocket didn't match up with the pattern on the jacket but it did match up a little higher, so I just moved it up. I would def do both on the bottom next time. (it was kind of anxiousness of seeing it all done that aided in putting the pocket there and not just cutting a new pocket) I also took off about two inches of the front of the jacket so that is more of an open jacket and not really a closing jacket.

I used rustic brown linen and an Indonesian cotton batik that I doubled to match the weight of the linen and give a clean interior finish. Added pockets between the welt and the linen. I learned how to do flat felled seams, but could not do the topstitching on the sleeve seam because the sleeve is too narrow for that - maybe I'm missing something in the instructions. I also figured out that the correct distance from the edge for buttons is button width minus one eighth of an inch, which is good to know when using bigger buttons. I made it for a friend, but will make one for myself, but perhaps with a shoulder adjustment to make the sleeve cap a bit narrower. In general, a great project!

This jacket was so much fun to make. I haven't sewn for myself since the 80's & have never made a jacket. I used 2 charm packs & neutral 5" squares to create the front, back, sleeves, & collar. I quilted each panel to the batting & interior fabric. Sewed the quilted pieces following the pattern. I was nervous doing the felled seams, but they weren't that bad. I kept it simple & did not add buttons or snaps. Overall this was a great pattern & love my coat. I've started my 2nd one! Thanks!

Used 1.5 yards of upholstery fabric to make a cropped version in size small of the Paola jacket. Shortened the bodice by 2 inches, added a center back seam and sleeve hem facing in order to cuff sleeves as well as contrast binding on facings and hem. Basic, well fitting pattern. Highly recommend it.

I made this using the FS free Paola jacket pattern in 4C22 Tawny Port, with several adaptations. I cut it longer and a bit more shapely, eliminated the top pockets, added a back vent and sleeve buttons, and finished the seams with bias tape. It was worth all this extra effort because it's a great ‘colorful neutral' that will go with almost everything, I have a bespoke garment, and the fabric will last and last. The pattern was great, and easy to use and adapt. I wash this fabric on warm, shake, hang, smooth the seams, and let it dry and it's good to go for the next wearing!

I used the paola jacket pattern and made a few tweaks to crop it and have a wider collar. I used a large ridged velvet - I love it!!

This was my very first attempt making a garment. I used the Paola jacket patter and just cropped it. I used a heavy brocade. I really enjoyed sewing it. It was great for a novice like myself.

Easy to assemble, I used the pattern to upcycle a quilt and an IKEA pillow case, all fabric is 100% cotton exclusive of trim. I omitted the facing as the quilt was thick enough to give body and shape. Pleased with the outcome but I think the instructions should give guidance on which measurement is important when choosing the size. My measurements fell between two sizes, checked the finished size, this was an inch or two larger than my measurements but the finished jacket was massively oversized. I will definitely size down on the next one.

I love this pattern! I've made one for myself and two as gifts. I was initially hesitant to use this pattern to make coats for men since it is nominally a women's pattern, but all the patterns worked perfectly without any changes- I just used the pattern size that corresponded to the chest measurement of person I was making it for. I modified the pattern to make it better for winter weather by discarding the interfacing and instead making a full lining out of the same pattern pieces as the outside. I added an internal pocket as well for extra storage. I used flannel wool from Pendleton for the outer shell, canvas weight linen for the lining, and homemade antler buttons. I highly recommend this pattern! The pockets are huge (you can easily fit a soda can in them) and the design is great for layering over sweaters or sweatshirts during the winter. Some tips: Be sure to check the margins on your printer before printing off the pattern. The first printer that I used didn't print off the last 1/2" of the pattern, which made assembly a little more difficult. I also recommend taping the printed pattern pieces together in strips then taping the strips together before finally cutting out the pieces.