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It is thick, but drapes pretty well. The pattern called for interfacing to be used in the collar, front pieces and back belt. I did so in the belt, but it was pretty stiff and heavy so I passed on using it in the other pieces and I am glad I did. The sleeves were put in flat...per sewing instructions...and it worked like a charm. My only crisis was the belt...which, when made to size per pattern instructions was WAY too big for me. I didn't mind the looseness, but the weight of it and bulk in the back of the coat, made the front hang weird. Now...if I had had sense and foresight....I would have made the belt fit at the start. It is one of the first things you do...making it and attaching to the back at the side, long before sleeves and side seams happen....which is cool since it is then neatly attached within your coat. However, I was basically done when I figured out the issue. I could have taken out the side seams. But...being slightly lazy and extremely fearful that doing so would ruin the soft, slightly fluffy fabric, I ended up taking up the center of the belt to the appropriate size (by 4.5 inches to be exact!!!), and then using buttons to cover my "mess-up" and as a way to actually tack the belt in proper position to the back of the coat. So...there you have it!! Winter coats...DONE! I may make a fuzzy purple one for Rosie next year per her request and it should be easy knowing what I know now!! Interestingly, after having finished my blanket coat and looking about the internet for tips on making this one (There really weren't any...so here you go, peeps!!) I did find this: If you've never sewn a coat before start with one of these patterns!
Such a nice job!
ReplyDeleteYay you!!!!! You make me want to haul out my sewing machine.
ReplyDeleteLove your coat and the fabric looks luscious!! I'm in the process of making this coat and have been searching to see what people who reviewed it think about sizing. Would you please tell me if you made the small or medium size? I would REALLY appreciate it. If you'd rather be private, my email is cecilbeverly@gmail.com Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteHi I'm in the process of making this coat too, I'm normally size 36 Euro.. and I choose Medium for this coat. I have attached the yoke to the back piece and front piece, kinda looks a little big although I know it's suppose to be loose fitting. Any tips about sizing would be really helpful thanks. email vivihu.82@gmail.com
DeleteNo worries! I made the medium. I am 5' 9" with bust - 36, waist 28, and hip 38. I made no changes in the pattern other than taking in the belt, which I did AFTER I had already inserted it. If I were to make this again, I would check how tight I wanted the belt before I sewed it into the sides!!! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks! This info really helps me a lot to determine how a specific pattern runs. I sometimes find the big four patterns' sizing to be inconsistent. Take care and happy sewing!
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