Cool Summer-y Blazer - Part One

I'm interning with the Attorney General's office this summer, and they are currently in "business casual" mode for the spring and summer months. Well, I will certainly grab any opportunity to stay out of a full business suit in the Southern heat (as cute as they are) so I decided to make a linen blazer for the warm days ahead.

I found this New Look by Simplicity pattern - #6028 - for 2.99!
*Note that it says "easy" in the corner. I think that meant "easy" for people like my mom who have sewn for years and years. Although, so far it's been easier than most patterns for me.

I got two yards of white linen from JoAnne fabrics for 40% off per yard. It is very lightweight so you might want to line it.

**Make sure you check the measurements for the different sizes. I'm normally a 6 or 8 but based on the measurements in this pattern it suggested I cut out a 10 or 12.

If you choose to line it make sure you cut the lining a little larger than the linen, that way you can trim it down, but better to have extra.
Follow the sewing directions for the bodice and make sure you try it on so that the curve hits your waist in the right place.

This is where I am right now. The next part will be the sleeves and hemming. 

So far so good!