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Vogue Patterns: 8776 (Misses Cape) - Type:Coat/Jacket    printable version
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Posted on:1/13/13 11:28 AM
Last Updated:1/13/13 11:32 AM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Available for sale on PR: $18.75 (See envelope)
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Fabric:Wool Double Cloth  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
Semi-fitted, unlined cape has convertible collar, lower side front seams with pockets and stitched hems. No provisions provided for above waist adjustments.

Pattern Sizing:
XS-S-M-L-XL-XXL: I sewed a medium

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?
Umm... yes. I could not get my head around the directions for making the in-seam buttonholes. I still found that I had to do a bit of handsewing to make the buttonholes and arm openings 'neat'. This may be because my fabric is so thick.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
This cape looks terrible on the dressform! But, once worn, you are transformed in to a high fashion diva. It's nice and roomy so you could wear a bulky sweater underneath too. But, somehow you still have a shape underneath!

Fabric Used:
A double cloth Oscar de le Renta wool from my local fabric shop. I did find the same fabric avaiable on Mood.com.

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
My fabric proved too thick to make it through the buttonhole process. So, I used a combination of snaps and buttons. I also added snaps far down the cape as it was a little off grain and wanted to swing open.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Could I sew it again? yes. I would like to make a version for my mom. It's perfect for a Florida winter.

Conclusion:
It seems wildly impractical as a winter coat, but it's fun for milder days in winter and in the fall. There are more photos on my blog, Miss Celie's Pants
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Elke said...
Gorgeous cape and it looks fabulous on you!
1/13/13 11:46 AM
Lauri Jean said...
oh my goodness. I love it. It's my favorite color....can I have it pleeeeaaase???
1/13/13 11:51 AM
PattyE said...
Love your cape...it's fabulous!
1/13/13 12:04 PM
sugarduck said...
I adore this! So chic! I think I might have to buy this pattern.
1/13/13 1:05 PM
lmg said...
That is just gorgeous. You look fantastic. Congratulations.
1/13/13 1:25 PM
KensingtonCrab said...
Wow! What a great looking cape! You look very chic!
1/13/13 1:47 PM
Rhoda K said...
Beautiful cape and color!
1/13/13 1:59 PM
Baba Yaga said...
This is SO.MUCH.PRETTIER than the picture on the pattern envelope!
1/13/13 3:25 PM
rutaliet said...
This is so stylish. You look FABULOUS in this cape.
1/13/13 9:06 PM
Byrdie said...
Gorgeous! It looks very high end. You did a great job!
1/13/13 11:03 PM
margy.64 said...
Very stylish cape. Love the colour.
1/13/13 11:35 PM
Renata said...
That is one spectacular cape, and so elegant.
1/14/13 1:05 AM
redside said...
You look fierce (in a good way)! Beautiful work.
1/14/13 9:07 AM
mesewlot said...
On point, LOVE this!
1/14/13 9:36 AM
NJcowgirl said...
Beautiful!!!
1/14/13 10:14 AM
leanmeansewingmachine said...
This is just so great!
1/14/13 8:49 PM
salsera7 said...
Marvelous fabric. You wear it well.
1/14/13 9:14 PM
ggf2005 said...
Wonderful!
1/16/13 1:14 AM
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