{"product_id":"bella-loves-patterns-fran-blazer","title":"Bella Loves Patterns Fran Blazer","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuy the Fran Blazer sewing pattern from Bella Loves Patterns. Fran is a classic masculine-style blazer with a straight oversized silhouette. It is single-breasted with a two-button closure, wide shoulders and shoulder pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe notched collar is adorned with a single buttonhole on the lapel. On the left side, there is a single chest standing pocket welt. At each side of the jacket bodice, there is a working pocket welt completed with a pocket flap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFran also includes a traditional two-piece sleeve with a vent and sham buttonholes. There is a vent on the back side. Fran is fully lined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e (available to download immediately after purchase). \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop\u003c\/strong\u003e (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). \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopy Shop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOuter layer: Suiting weight fabrics with little to no stretch such as wool flannels, wool mohair, synthetic wool suiting or gabardine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLining: Lightweight slippery fabrics such as satin, silk habotai, cupro, satin viscose, crepe de chine or acetate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterfacing: Fran requires two weights of interfacing - a lightweight woven poly interfacing for the main body, and a small amount of mid-weight for the chest area, under collar and collar stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeight Group 1\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOuter layer: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 2.3 - 2.6 m (2.5 - 2.8 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLining: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 1.5 - 2 m (1.7 - 2.2 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight interfacing: 150 cm (58″) wide interfacing: 2 m (2.2 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid-weight interfacing: 150 cm (58\") wide interfacing: 40 cm (0.5 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeight Group 2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOuter layer: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 2.5 - 2.9 m (2.7 - 3.1 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLining: 140 cm (55″) wide fabric: 1.7 - 2 m (1.9 - 2.2 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight interfacing: 150 cm (58″) wide interfacing: 2 m (2.2 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid-weight interfacing: 150 cm (58\") wide interfacing: 40 cm (0.5 yd).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing: \u003c\/strong\u003eUK 6 – 22 (approx. UK 6\/8 – 18\/20, based on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/sewing-patterns-size-chart\/\"\u003estandardised size chart\u003c\/a\u003e). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern is drafted to fit a B cup size and has two height options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight Group 1: 160 cm (5'3″)\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight Group 2: 170 cm (5'7″)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect the closest height to your body. If you are in the middle, choose the taller. Both groups have the same width around the body – the only difference is in the length. If you are outside these height groups, you may need to alter the pattern length at the lengthen\/shorten lines marked on the pattern pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 buttons of 2 cm (3\/4\") for front; 8 buttons of 1.5 cm (5\/8\") for sleeve vents; tailor’s shoulder pads, 1.2 - 1.5 cm (1\/2\" - 5\/8\") high; wadding for the sleeve head or ready-made sleeve head; small amount of horsehair canvas for the sleeve head (optional); stay tape (bias and edge tape); matching thread; basting thread (no special thread required).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePDF pattern includes: \u003c\/b\u003eStep-by-step instructions; fitting guide; A4 print-at-home patterns for blazer (31 pages for Group 1, 31 pages for Group 2) and lining (29 pages for Group 1, 29 pages for Group 2); US letter print-at-home patterns for blazer (34 pages for Group 1, 35 pages for Group 2) and lining (31 pages for Group 1, 35 pages for Group 2); plotter patterns for blazer (1 sheet for Group 1, 1 sheet for Group 2) and lining (1 sheet for Group 1, 1 sheet for Group 2); A0 copy shop patterns for blazer (2 sheets for Group 1, 2 sheets for Group 2) and lining (2 sheets for Group 1, 2 sheets for Group 2). This pattern has layers, so you can print just the size(s) you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefoldline.com\/sewing-pattern-reviews\/\"\u003esewing pattern reviews\u003c\/a\u003e from the sewing community. 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