McCall's: 6656 (Misses' Unlined Jackets and Coats) - Type:Coat/Jacket  | | Viewed 432 times
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McCall's Pattern Info | | Pattern Rating: | Highly Recommend | | See other patterns in this category: Coat/Jacket | Available for sale on PR: $14.21 (See envelope)  | | | | Fabric: | Sherpa [See other projects in this fabric] | | Related Links | Click on  to add a link |
| Pattern Description:
Loose-fitting, unlined jackets or coats have front extending into collar, front princess seams, and two-piece sleeves. A: Side front button and elastic loop closing b: Sleeve patches. C: Single-layered (Sherpa side shows on collar and lower sections), raw edge finishes B, D: Purchased trim. C, D: Lower front and back. I made view C.
Pattern Sizing:
Xsm-Med. I made a Small
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. Any confusion was on my part. Once I allowed myself to just do what they said to do without questioning I was fine.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
Likes: The collar! The use of raw edges which makes things so easy. All the different looks with this pattern. I like the overlapped seams letting a little bit of the pile peek out. Dislikes: I had a real problem with the Sherpa side of the fabric being called the right side on the pattern directions. Since the majority of it is inside the jacket, that seemed odd to me. I actually had to label the pictures in the instructions as to what was showing. Again, I think this was a "me" thing. Once I trusted the instructions and quit using my left brain I was fine. Another thing I didn't like was there was no suggestion for any kind of closure. I think at some point I might add one, but I will wear it a few times without and see if that seems necessary.
Fabric Used:
Sherpa which is 100% polyester faux shearling. Reversible with one side like ultrasuede and the other like a lamb or sheep pelt. Since this was my first time sewing with Sherpa, I had all kinds of needles and feet out ready to see which one worked best. My first combo was the best which was a jeans needles and a jeans foot. I used the longest stitch length on my machine.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
The only thing I did that the pattern did not suggest was to serge all inside seams. The fabric didn't require it for raveling purposes, however, it did tame down the flaking which was fairly severe at the cut edges. Here is a picture of the inside. To "defuzz" the cut edges that were part of the design, my new best friend became the lint roller to clean off all the excess. Here is a before and after pic of the cuffs. I had concern about setting the sleeves in on this bulky fabric but I was pleasantly surprized when they turned out fine. They are covered by the collar, anyway, but here is a pic of the sleeve cap.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes and yes! My original intent when buying this pattern was to do my version of PattyE's , which I simply adore, but I saw view C when purchasing the pattern and then a few moments later happened on to a big bolt of Sherpa so I thought it must have been divine.
Conclusion:
I love my jacket. My sister said I look like Julie Christie in Dr. Zhivago. Tells you how starved we are for cold weather in Houston.
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Ooooooooh, I LOVE your jacket!!!
1/6/13 10:21 PM
It looks so cuddly! Great looking jacket!
1/6/13 10:41 PM
Very pretty. I would have passed this pattern by, but now that I see your version it is on my list.
1/6/13 11:29 PM
Absolutely Outstanding. Really, really well done.
1/6/13 11:54 PM
Looks soooooo good on you. Go someplace snowy; you're all set. Thanks for the defuzzing tip- using the lint brush on cut edges. I was wondering how to deal.
1/7/13 1:45 AM
Oops, hit save too soo. I was wondering how to deal with my Denim Sherpa fuzz. Thanks for the tip.
1/7/13 1:47 AM
Love your jacket. It certainly is an adventurous start to 2013. Very inspiring although can't bear to think of wearing it at the moment with 43 degree (Celcius) temps expected here tomorrow.
1/7/13 5:22 AM
Absolutely gorgeous! And perfect for the cold weather we're having here now.
1/7/13 7:23 AM
I think you have the corner of the sewing market with this beautiful coat. You wear it well looks expensive :)
1/7/13 9:01 AM
That is a beautiful creation! For closures on coats I'm stuck on giant snaps...easy to operate even with gloves on.
1/7/13 12:08 PM
Thanks, everyone! @miausiau-I may try the giant snap idea...thanks!
1/7/13 12:36 PM
I love it! It will be fun to see your other adventure-filled sewing in 2013.
1/7/13 12:55 PM
Fantastic coat, the pattern and fabric really are made for each other! As for the weather needed to wear it, you are welcome to take as much of the ice and snow from N.E. Mo that you can! I've had enough!
1/7/13 3:17 PM
I LOVE this! So pretty! I keep eyeing this pattern, now I have to have it! I love this!
1/7/13 7:16 PM
Wow! This is beautiful!
1/7/13 9:49 PM
Finally someone else made this pattern!! Your coat looks great!
1/7/13 11:24 PM
So cozy and pretty! This looks just wonderful on you.
1/8/13 6:25 AM
Great review, Julie Christie! Love your jacket :)
1/8/13 7:22 AM
This pattern is on my to do list and u have inspired me to try to get this done this weekend. Thanks
1/9/13 0:55 AM
How did u pin the pattern pieces to cut the Sherpa? Thanks for your review.
1/9/13 7:57 PM
@Curly26. I started using weights some time ago rather than pinning. Easier process and much less likely to nick the blade of my rotary cutter. Good luck with the jacket !
1/9/13 11:11 PM
Beautiful coat. Your are certainly off to an adventurous sewing year. ;-)
1/10/13 4:18 PM
The inside looks as good as the outside! You did a very nice job and it looks fantastic on you. I'm making view A now and plan to do view C soon.
1/24/13 11:54 PM
Love your coat. You did what I was envisioning when I purchased the same type of fabric, but in a hunter green. Fantastic job.
1/27/13 12:59 PM