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McCall's: 5525 (Lined Jacket) thumbsup - Type:Coat/Jacket    printable version
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Reviewed by:mestake
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Posted on:11/25/12 1:42 PM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Fabric:Cotton Twill  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
Lined jacket and belt, semi-fitted,double-breasted jacket.
Pattern Sizing:
8-24. I made size 12.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
yes...very much.
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Very easy...except for the vent on the back.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I like how easy it was to put together and it did look like it was supposed to.
Fabric Used:
Cotton twill for coat and silk for lining.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
None.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes and I would highly recommend.
Conclusion:
Although this was relatively easy to put together be warned that there are over 20 pattern pieces to cut out. It took me hours to just get it all cut out, but I have to say it was worth it. I
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lobsteriffic1 said...
What a lovely coat! It looks very well done!
11/25/12 2:10 PM
lobsteriffic1 said...
What a lovely coat! It looks very well done!
11/25/12 2:10 PM
Morisot said...
Very nice.
11/25/12 2:45 PM
Annette1 said...
This is a pattern I've always loved, and your rendition is beautiful.
11/25/12 3:14 PM
pdiddly said...
This pattern is patiently waiting in my stash to be made up - yours is beautiful
11/25/12 4:11 PM
Dilliander said...
Wow, what a lovely coat.
11/25/12 5:11 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
Beautiful coat!
11/25/12 5:26 PM
sewnotwork said...
What a great coat! I have this pattern in my stash. Need to get it done!
11/25/12 6:00 PM
butterflyfly said...
Beautiful coat! So 20 pieces would be too much for me..
11/25/12 6:35 PM
Lori V said...
Wonderful and so classic.
11/25/12 8:48 PM
ArtAttack said...
Fabulous coat! Great job...
11/26/12 0:12 AM
mssewcrazy said...
Fantastic coat. I have this pattern stashed thankfully. I wish I had one just like yours in the closet.
11/26/12 8:38 AM
becca a said...
Gorgeous trench!
11/26/12 6:11 PM
AndreaSews said...
Great job, lovely coat!
11/26/12 9:49 PM
velosewer said...
This is so lovely. I'm glad you were able to make it and it's so stunning.
11/26/12 10:16 PM
mestake said...
Thanks everyone for all the positive comments. You make me want to sew more! And for those of you who said you have the pattern....make this coat! You will love it.
11/26/12 11:22 PM
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