Hi
Pattern Description: Loose fitting, unlined jacket has dropped shoulders, neck and front bands, welt pockets, pleated lower section, raised waistline with waistband wide sticked hems, above knee length and snap closing
Pattern Sizing: 12
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? yes
Were the instructions easy to follow? yes
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I liked that it was loose fitting and not a fitted tailored coat. I liked the pockets and the round neck. Without my alterations the coat would have been a quick to make when compaired to the time it takes to make a tailored coat.
Fabric Used: Soft wool felt
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: sewed the pleats down so that they did not add bulk to my waist. I finished the hems with ribbon to reduce the bulk of turning the facing under or and to improve the look internally by not too many overlocked edges. The ribbon and pleats were all hand sewn so they have added a considerable amount of time to this project.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? No I think it is a very distinct pattern that you could only sew once. I recommend it to others who are looking for a coat that has the ability to be worn over many items of clothing and is more relaxed that a tailored coat.
Conclusion: I am happy with the out come. Looking at the photos I am going to check the sleaves as they seem a bit long and make sure I have not missed something.
Cheers
Lara
I have also finished a spring Tunic and pants I hope to have will have photos tomorrow.
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