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Made By A Fabricista: Flower Power In The Winter Time!

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My first post as a Fabric Mart Fabricista! Let me take a second to tell you a little about myself. My name is Michelle and I blog over at That Black Chic. My blog is a sewing and DIY blog but I'm pretty sure you already guessed that much. I've been blogging a little over two years now and I have to tell ya, I'm having a blast! I was super excited to be added to the Fabric Mart blogging family.  I also contribute to several other blogs, so if you see me out there in the bloggerverse, make sure you stop by to say "What's UP!" ...........Oh yeah let me put my disclaimer out there now. Most of the items that are posted on my blog are made for and modeled by my daughter Mori, she is the face of my blog, you'll see my beautiful face every now and then.

You guys get a double bonus today because not only is this my first post but it is also my first made garment for 2016! WhooooHoooo! I'm starting with this Spring outerwear piece or should I say pieces. I used Mimi G's Simplicity 1016 pattern Views A&B. This is a coat you can have fun with. Is it a coat or a cape? Is it a coat with a cape? Yes, yes and yes.

 I purchased this fabric before I knew what I wanted to make, that's a normal course of action on my part. If you know me or have seen my work, you know that I'm all about bold prints, the bolder the better and don't even get me started talking about mixing prints. So when I saw this Maggy London print I was in love. (They had about 20 yards on hand when I made this post.) HERE  and HERE are other fabric options as well.) I originally thought maybe a blazer and a wide leg pant but then I decided that I needed to use some of my NEW patterns, because I only have like a zillion unopened patterns. So that is why I picked this coat as my first project. I did also purchase this lime green J. Crew voile cotton fabric for my lining, which was on clearance a few months ago. 


This pattern was fairly easy to sew and if you need visual sewing help, MimiG has tutorials for all her patterns which is super cool. I did peep this one so that I would be able to say it is helpful. If you're a beginning sewist, then this would be a bonus for you, click HERE. I made this coat in all of 4 sewing hours, which does not include prep time. 

I fell in love with the sleeve installation for this coat. It was the highlight of this pattern for me. The finish gives the coat a professional look


I opted not to add buttons on this coat and keep it open since this is a spring coat and it has a belt that would help to keep the coat closed if need be.  I also found two gold rings in my stash of things and used them to make this cool belt buckle.

Pocket detail:

Shoulder detail:

I love the coat,
I love the cape and I love the look.
I hope you do too. 
Until the next time! 
Deuces!
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Michelle from ThatBlackChic

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  1. DanceJamboreeFebruary 3, 2016 at 7:43 AM

    I love the fabric and the coat. I would definitely rock this (even at sixty years young)!

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  2. LynneFebruary 3, 2016 at 8:37 AM

    I love the pattern and the fabrics really make. It is beautiful

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  3. UnknownFebruary 3, 2016 at 8:39 AM

    Good job Sew Sister !!!

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  4. Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)February 3, 2016 at 8:41 AM

    Michelle - I saw that fabric and thought about it and thought about, finally not buying it because what could I do with such a large print. Well dayum if you didn't answer that question! The coat is stunning...absolutely amazingly beautiful! And of course Mori is wearing it!!! Fantastic job as usual!

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    1. That Black ChicFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:39 PM

      Thanks Carolyn. I can't resist a big print to save my life! When I saw this draped on the table I was sold, sold, sold.

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  5. The Sewing and Knitting LoftFebruary 3, 2016 at 9:21 AM

    Great coat and professionally sewn.

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  6. UnknownFebruary 3, 2016 at 9:48 AM

    Oh Michelle! I adore your take on this Mimi G. coat. Living in the Caribbean, I have no need for anything like this unless I'm travelling during the winter seasons, and so, I've never really given it much thought other than thinking it was standard Mimi G. brilliance. But, you have taken this to a WHOLE NEW LEVEL!! Great work! And Mori does seem a bit more excited modelling this than the amazing African Pot Luck Dress. LOL

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    1. That Black ChicFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:37 PM

      Oh Abigail you have jokes! But true! Thanks so much for your kind words! [I'm over here cheesing like the Cheshire Cat!]

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  7. Sandy in CAFebruary 3, 2016 at 10:37 AM

    Lucky Mori! That is stunning!

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    1. That Black ChicFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:45 PM

      Ahhh forget about Mori just look at the coat! Just kidding that girl is super lucky and for the stunning part I would say she takes after her Momma, but she doesn't look anything like me! Thanks Sandy in CA!

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  8. LeJanaro's NotionsFebruary 3, 2016 at 3:53 PM

    Lovely!

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  9. Truth HurlerFebruary 3, 2016 at 4:17 PM

    Beautiful! The fabric is such a fun print.

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    1. That Black ChicFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:55 PM

      Yes it is such great print and the coat ain't half bad either.

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  10. KellyFebruary 3, 2016 at 5:57 PM

    Wow! Fabulous coat!

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  11. Faye LewisFebruary 3, 2016 at 7:53 PM

    Retro gorgeous!!!!

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  12. UnknownFebruary 3, 2016 at 9:09 PM

    I love your style and your personality...it shines through in your posts.

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    1. That Black ChicFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:52 PM

      You got me over here with a lump in my throat! That is so cool of you to say....wait are you talking about me or Mori? Either way thank you from the both of us...stay tuned.

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2016 at 1:50 PM

    Fantastic! The vibrant colors are perfect for this style! And so perfectly made. Kudos.

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    1. That Black ChicFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:56 PM

      Thank you, the coat didn't require much styling at all.

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  14. KarenFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:35 PM

    I am in love with this coat and the print is fabulous. Keep up the good work and I'm happy to see you with Fabricmart.

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  15. VanessaFebruary 5, 2016 at 2:54 PM

    This is an absolutely beautiful coat! Great work!

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  16. Kathy {Kathy Sews}February 6, 2016 at 7:32 AM

    Love!!!!! Such a great fabric choice!!!!!!

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  17. Kathy {Kathy Sews}February 6, 2016 at 7:33 AM

    Love!!!!! Such a great fabric choice!!!!!!

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  18. UnknownFebruary 9, 2016 at 10:17 AM

    That's so cute! Love the cape and the cheery fabric!

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  19. CarmenFebruary 10, 2016 at 12:58 AM

    This coat is fabulous and this print is brilliant, can I have this coat? Great job.

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2016 at 3:57 PM

    Hi Michelle, I came across you on fabric mart by accident. I recognized the photo of your daughter in this lovely coat from sewing.patternreview.com That's so awesome for you to be featured as a Fabricista! Congratulations and good luck! Your work is amazing! Jeanette L.

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