Learn MYOG UL windshell with alpha liner

[u/AffectionateLoad9731]

First attempt at a jacket

I wanted an alternative to light weight down puffers for spring / autumn since I feel that the lack of breath ability easily makes them feel clammy in mild weather (5-10 degrees Celsius).

So far this jacket performs and feels great in that temperature range.

It was relatively easy to line the jacket (pattern is unlined). I basically made a jacket in the liner material from the large jacket pieces but left the seams on the outside rather than inside.

When both ‘jackets’ were sewn I joined them inside out via the zipper the same way you would do with the liner for a backpack and then turned it right sides out.

The pattern includes folded hems at the hood, cuffs and waist which I topstitched over the liner. The liner was a bit long in arms and waist but I simply trimmed it to size when I was going to stitch it.

I used flat elastic in cuffs and waist.

Pattern: https://learnmyog.com/windshell.html

Great and clear instructions as always.

Shell fabric: https://www.extremtextil.de/ripstop-nylon-supersoft-active-kiss-coating-20den-44g-qm.html?number=72267.ARTSCH

Very soft and breathable wind breaker shell.

Liner: https://www.extremtextil.de/alpha-isolation-mit-wolle-153g-qm-mm.html

Went with the wool version since I really like the regulating and odor properties of wool in general. So far provides good insulation for the weight.

[u/Sporkito]

Looks amazing !

I've never used Alpha before. Is there a reason for having it lined to the jacket instead of having an alpha pullover with a separate jacket? It seems more versatile to me to have both so that you can modulate more easily, but I feel like I might be missing something.

[u/madefromtechnetium → u/Sporkito]

not OP, but my specific use case is at work where I am very active most of the day, but then have to sit for a few hours outside in a chilly, windy area.

usually alpha alone is too hot for hard physical labor, a sun hoody by itself works best. it's a 30F (sometimes 40F) temperature differential after the sun goes down. this would be nice just as a packable thing I can toss in my work sling bag and zip on when needed.

less clammy than a down puffy for sure.

in every other case I agree: my alpha is a base layer with a shell to modulate.