StyleArc: Grace Trans-seasonal Coat (Grace Trans-seasonal Coat) - Type:Coat/Jacket  | | Viewed 299 times
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| | Posted on: | 12/18/12 7:36 PM | | Pattern Size: | Plus-Sized Regular | | Project Photo: |  | | Pattern Rating: | Highly Recommend | | | | Fabric: | Wool Coating [See other projects in this fabric] | | Related Links | Click on  to add a link |
| Pattern Description: From the Style Arc website: This is an easy to sew, unlined coat with a fabulous collar – wear it up hugging the neck or open to give a more casual look. Great deep buttoned pockets that are able to carry all that you need. Interesting seam treatment along with the bound edges gives this coat a unique look.
The Grace coat is a fashionable over coat and will become one of your favourites.
Pattern Sizing: Australian sizing 6-30. I made my usual size 18. It is a loose-fitting pattern, so when I did the FBA, I added to the length only, since there was enough width.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? I made quite a few intentional changes. So yes and no.
Collar folded down.
Collar standing up
Collar when open
Back
Snuggly warm!
Closeup of selvedge on sleeve hem, curved welt pocket, and toggle clasp
Were the instructions easy to follow? I didn't really use them. I made extensive changes.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I loved the silhouette which is loose fitting with a large armscye, so it is easy to wear and will go over lots of garments. But it's not *too* big and overwhelming. A perfect draft!
Fabric Used: Novelty black and white reversible wool for the main body. I didn't have enough of it for the facings, so I used a solid black wool for those. I used two lining fabrics as I didn't have enough of either. I used a solid black silk charmeuse that was fused with interfacing (so it was easy to cut and sew) for the sleeve and pocket linings, and a wild black and white poly charmeuse print to line the body.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: Lots! This is a partial list, there is more info on the blog.
- Made the closure asymmetric.
- Swapped out the collar for a simple rectangular collar.
- Instead of buttons or snaps, used two toggle-style clasps. I used some special leather tools to punch the holes in these.
- Instead of the pockets with flaps, I used curved welt pockets.
- Used the fabric selvedge on the right front edge and the sleeve hems.
- Added darts, but sewed them as curved darts.
- Added 1" shoulder pads.
- Omitted the cuffs, and made the sleeves longer to fold them back.
- The coat is unlined, but I drafted linings and facings. (The original front facings didn't accommodate the asymmetric closure.
- I used a couple covered large-sized washers in the hem at the back to improve the hang.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes! This is a fabulous coat! I can already tell this will be my go-to winter coat.
Conclusion: A *great* pattern with a great fit. More on the blog, including more pics and more info on how I did the toggle closures.
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Fabulous coat! Your creative changes are extremely successful!
12/18/12 8:16 PM
I received a swatch of that same fabric from mood, NY and thought it looked amazing. It does look fabulous for your coat,love love love!
12/18/12 9:25 PM
Nice coat!
12/18/12 9:34 PM
Love your fab fabric!
12/18/12 11:39 PM
Oh, WOW. Now this is MY kind of coat. I love everything about it. It's COZY, not too fitted, WARM, and CUTE. :o) I love the mix of fabrics, too, and your selvedge trim.
12/19/12 2:04 AM
Your coat looks fantastic and so warm and comfy - great job.
12/19/12 2:43 AM
I absolutely LOVE this coat! Your changes made all the difference. I especially like the asymmetrical closure and collar. Frames your face beautifully. Now off to your blog...
12/19/12 8:28 AM
Love it! Gorgeous, snuggly coat.
12/19/12 8:40 AM
Fantastic coat! It is always fascinating and inspiring to read about your alterations as you personalize a pattern. I love all the changes you made to the pattern and the fabric choices you made.
12/19/12 9:57 AM
I love that you made good use of the fabric you had on hand....good advice for us all!
12/19/12 10:27 AM
Fabulous coat made even more fabulous by the fabulous fabric. Each one of your pattern alterations was right on. Well done!
12/19/12 1:46 PM
Wonderful...wonderful! What really snuggly looking gorgeous fabric and fab pattern. And what clever ways to add and combine fabrics for facings and lining. Love all of your creativity and how it looks on you!
12/19/12 6:12 PM
Great coat and a delicious fabric. Like the changes you made.
12/30/12 9:38 AM
I love your version, especially the toggles!
12/30/12 10:13 AM