Thursday 13 September 2012

Checkmate

No words necessary:









See here, here, here and here if you haven't been following the saga

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  1. MarySeptember 13, 2012

    Ruth, this is the prettiest jacket ever! You look ready for a country weekend. Did I ever tell you about staying in Ireland and riding horses for 10 days? I could have worn that jacket and fit in with the gentry.

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      That's what I call a holiday! I'm also betting it rained for 10 days? What I need now is a horse...

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  2. cocoSeptember 13, 2012

    And I'm speechless. Your jacket is beautiful! What nice work you've done, so lovely.

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Praise indeed. Thank you Coco. BTW a friend of mine had a baby recently and named her 'Coco"

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  3. JUNKOSeptember 13, 2012

    Cool! You look so perfect in the chair with your well-done jacket! Is it autumn there yet? Can't wait for it after seeing your jacket:)

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      There is a definite nip in the air - all I need are the coordinates for the jacket!

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  4. pdiddlySeptember 13, 2012

    wow a work of art - absolutely beautiful.

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Thanks Patricia. Your complement means a lot to me.

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2012

    Truly - a beautiful piece of art!

    Brenda

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Hi Brenda, thanks for dropping by and thanks for the lovely comment

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  6. LyndaSewing.blogspot.comSeptember 13, 2012

    Gorgeous! You did a phenomenal job. Looks great and you look very happy that you've completed your project successfully!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Oh yes happy indeed. Now I can move on to something else - mmmmm what?

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  7. MaryMMSeptember 13, 2012

    You are as smart and clever and fun as you are an accomplished sewista! And your interior red pocket and tab are to die for.

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Well Mary that's some comment - accomplished? not really just tenacious.

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  8. KarinSeptember 13, 2012

    Your plaid matching is amazing! The jacket is razor sharp. Bravo!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      You already know how much blood, sweat and tears went into that matching - I need some plain weave....

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  9. Lone Star CoutureSeptember 13, 2012

    Oh, super fine blazer! Beautiful work and love the hot pink lining. And glam pose!! Great job!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      It's all about the posing! Verging on potato digging though...

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  10. BunnySeptember 13, 2012

    Fabulous! Your work shows your quest for perfection with the plaid.

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Thanks Bunny. It's actually DH who has the eye for perfection and nags me incessantly. He spotted the mis match in the centre back seam and I had to rip out and re-do.

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  11. JudithSeptember 13, 2012

    No words needed - you know when you have nailed something perfectly!!! Loved following along on this sewing journey with you - thanks for taking the time to share...

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Thanks Judith. I love having you back among us.

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  12. SuzySeptember 14, 2012

    Stunning, seriously stunning! I love the lining and the tab on the inner pocket and the check matching is just divine!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Thanks Suzy but look closer to home for such praise. You do wonderful work.

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  13. Marina von KoenigSeptember 14, 2012

    Very, very, very impressive! You are setting a high standard for us, which is great. Congratulations!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Marina, that means so much. 1. That you took the time and 2 That you, who know so much about haute couture, think I'm setting a high standard. I'm not. I'm trying to do what's right. Thank you

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  14. RhondaBussSeptember 14, 2012

    An Irishman's(woman's) dream!!! Such a beautiful jacket. I want one!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      I think you need to get that little plane of yours and make a trans Atlantic flight. Think of the Donegal tweed and linen....

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  15. DixieSeptember 14, 2012

    Beeyouteefull. Excellent construction, and the fit is perfect. Very nice, indeed. Enjoy it fully!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Thanks Dixie. I have a little fabric left. Do you think a bag would be too much?

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 14, 2012

    Wow! This jacket is perfect and looks great on you!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Teresa - how did you know I read mysteries? Thanks for calling in.

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  17. MariannaSeptember 14, 2012

    Speechless...

    Except to say, go get 'em!

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  18. AlaskapsychSeptember 14, 2012

    Wowweee!

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    1. RuthSeptember 14, 2012

      Hi Chris, it's good to hear from you. Have you booked your tickets to Europe yet?

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    2. AlaskapsychSeptember 15, 2012

      Awww. Sadly no. I'm back to work in Alaska and will be there for most of the school year until spring.

      My needy life aside, that jacket is awesome! (Not a word I use often!)

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  19. adriprintsSeptember 20, 2012

    Just saw this... I love the inner pocket! What an amazing job you did on this jacket! I love plaids, and this is no exception. Wonderful job!

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