The Great Coat Sew-Along

I took the plunge and joined The Great Coat Sew-Along that Marji has started up. wanted to make a coat last year and never got around to it.  Well, this was the perfect opportunity to "get it done".

I am SO very excited about making my first coat. I have already been planning for my fall wardrobe so this is just right on time lol. I know it's not even summer yet but hey lol.

I am planning on making two coats. I might possibly add in a third (lighter weight jacket) but that has yet to be decided....I have a few more days to make up my mind lol.

First up is Vogue 8438

I'm making view a out of a lipstick red Flannel coating I purchased from Gorgeous Fabrics last year.

I also want to make Butterick 4665

I want to make view c. I thought about making it black but I already have a black rtw coat in my closet.  so I might go for a colbalt blue ;-) I'll decide on that a little bit later lol.

So there you have it. I'm super excited about my first coat, my first sew-along and all the techniques I am sure to learn!!

Have a great day guys!
Toodles!

 

Comments

[Allisonc]

I'm feeling a bit left out of the coat sewalong, but I really only need a coat for about a week a year! I love the Vogue pattern especially - the collar is fantastic.

[erica b.]

Great picks!

[Tany]

Great choices! They all have princess seams which is better for fitting (though I believe you won't need much fitting because of your previous experience with the Big4). I also considered making the Vogue-view C but with the sleeves from the AB because I really love the stand up collar and I don't have any coat with this type of collar. This will be a great and enjoyable experience!

[gold]

Nice patterns!That is something I want to try.I have a vogue's coat pattern I have had so long it is out of print.Now you are making want to give it a try.

[Stacey_CrimsonPurl]

OOH a SAL will definitely keep you on target on making your 1st coat!
You know I am going to luv seeing your red one!

[Bobbi]

I can't wait to see how they turn out! That red is going to be fabulous!

[Cee]

Adrienne:

Good luck!

Since you sew so much, does this mean that you don't go to the mall anymore? ;)

[sheila]

Looking forward to your Coat Venture... like your selections.

[Christina]

I can help with sewing on a button! Yeah girl, I can help with 1 button!

[robin]

Now, coats are a REALLY practical thing up here in Chicago, but I'm not ready to commit to sewing one just yet. I wanted to check out the SAL (sew along) blog but it says it's only open to invited readers. I like the idea of SAL blogs though!

[Edris]

I just bought the same Butterick pattern but I don't know if I am ready to take the coat plunge yet. I'll be watching your progress.

[Cheryl]

WOW!! I can only imagine how much work making a coat will be. But the patterns you picked out are gorgeous!!

[Tiffany]

Wow, a coat!!!! U go girl!!!!

[Sachiko]

Oh!Gorgeous project!!Looking forward to your Coat .

[Jude]

Planning your fall wardrobe??? Dude, I have not ven gotten down the summer clothes from the attic!! LOL.

[Lu]

OK, I officially have the sewing bug. After seeing some of your latest fashions, I am convinced I can get back into this! Good luck with the coat.

[Shawnta]

Thanks for stopping by my blog! You are def one of the sisters that inspired me to get started. Hopefully I will be cranking out gorgeous items like you do. :)
I love the butterick one... and I think the colbalt blue would be a lovely break from the norm.

[Jeanette]

Oh how I cannot wait to see which coat you make. That has got to be a challenge but I know you can do it. :)

[mae]

I love the Vogue pattern. As for the Butterick, I think Cobalt blue will look lovely with your coloring. Yep, that is YOUR color.

[Jeanine]

Nice patterns. You are a brave soul to jump in like that. I'm always too chicken.

[soft cialis]

I love the information, I commend them for their ideas. So inspirational and entertaining at the same time. I'd love to learn more about him.