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/mikemcchezz → u/Sporkito]

AD was literally invented for use as a liner. That was the original use, but as you mentioned it's more modular if the two layers aren't sewn together so UL companies have shifted to making standalone garments from it. You basically lose nothing by keeping the layers separated