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Sewing: Childs Coat
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Childs Coat

Childs lined coat

Childs lined coat

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Simplicity 2526 »

Instructions

This jacket pattern is unlined. I lined mine by simply cutting out an extra jacket body out of lining. Follow sewing instruction as per body for lining. Slid assembled lining inside jacket before applying collar and cuff trim. I hemmed the lining independently from coat.

NOTE; The cuff and collar trim should be doubled in width to what the pattern calls for, especially if you are using ...

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Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Children

Style: Cute


Materials

Corduroy for body, wool for trim, light weight quilted lining.

What was your inspiration?

My inspiration was my 3 year old granddaughter, Abby.

What are you most proud of?

The ease of being able to alter the pattern slightly.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Remember to allow for finished sizing when adding bulk to inside of coat by adding a lining to an unlined pattern.

 

6 comments

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Shoestring on craftsy.com
Mar 02, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
This is a stunning coat. Looks expensive.
Donna Graham on craftsy.com
Mar 16, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Very nice to hear, thank you.
Screaming Mimi on craftsy.com
Jul 12, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very sweet. I like that you added a lining to it...thanks for reminding me that it's not that difficult to add a lining...sometimes I over-think it.
Donna Graham on craftsy.com
Feb 22, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Most of us over think.....Just jump right in and try it!
Golden princess on craftsy.com
Jul 11, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is really nice
Donna Graham on craftsy.com
Mar 01, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you