Fall is here and when the weather turns cooler, I think of coats. I love coats. I love making coats. As I dreamed of what to make, I found this beautiful wool blend. Do you blame me?
I used Butterick 6292 and just love version B with that high collar and the asymmetrical buttons up the front. My original plan was to make view A that is a shorter coat, but when I saw the beautiful shade of blue, I worked hard to squeeze out the longer length!
With the wool blend, this pressed well, doesn't ravel at all and holds its shape. I had no issues with it at all.
The pattern calls for interfacing the front facing of the coat. I used a sew-in interfacing. I experimented with a few weights before deciding on the perfect weight.
My only oops moment was when I found out I forgot to cut the back vent piece that is actually like a facing. And, to make matters worse, I had zero fabric left that would work!
I had the scissors in my hand to make this a shorter length but thought, " Hey, others have made some cute little surprises with their coats by using a contrasting piece as a facing that you can see when you walk." So....I found some faux leather from my stash! I think it compliments the buttons I choose.
I really love this fabric. It is exactly what I expected it to be drape, finish, and comfort-wise. I choose to line this with a fun mustard-yellow that also behaved very well!
I love my new coat.
My only oops moment was when I found out I forgot to cut the back vent piece that is actually like a facing. And, to make matters worse, I had zero fabric left that would work!
I had the scissors in my hand to make this a shorter length but thought, " Hey, others have made some cute little surprises with their coats by using a contrasting piece as a facing that you can see when you walk." So....I found some faux leather from my stash! I think it compliments the buttons I choose.
I love my new coat.
Thanks for reading!
Sue from Ilove2sew!
That color is spectacular!!! What a gorgeous coat.
ReplyDeleteFantastic Sue! It's really gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI think the back vent facing is inspired! Great save! I wouldn't have wanted to shorten that coat either, it's just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGreat job, Sue! I love the pattern you chose for this, and the color is really nice on you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love the style and the color. Very vibrant color especially during this time of year. It is good to break away from black in the winter season.
ReplyDeleteReally nice! Fabric is soooo pretty! Great Job!
ReplyDeleteI love this coat and the color!
ReplyDeleteWith the stretch along the selvage, are you cutting cross-grain? I am confused. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteNope, I didn't cut it cross-grain. It stretches around the body. Does that help?
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