Come see my new DIY coat up close with no missing details…
Today I’m so excited to show you guys my latest DIY project using Vogue Men Pattern 9041. As you may know I’ve been learning to sew with my girl Mimi G. Style and she is responsible for guiding over the past few months.
I love working with plaid fabrics because they give me a change by aliening the plaids up perfectly and I wanted to do a fully lined coat that was something I haven’t done yet. I styled my coat with a dapper look rocking a light blue dress shirt, tweed dress pants and the waistcoat (vest) from my navy suit. My burgundy striped bow tie compliments the bright burgundy cap toe shoes that works great with my plaid coat.
PATTERN REVIEW
Pattern: Vogue Men 9041
Pattern Description: Double Breasted Trench Coat
Pattern Sizing: 34
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done? Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like how there was the perfect amount of ease added.
Fabric Used: wool (contact “The Fabric Store on La Brea”: 323-931-8300) and polyester for the lining
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I didn’t make any design changes, but I did finish without doing most of the top stitching for personal preference.
Would you sew it again? Yes
Would you recommend it to others? Yes
Dee
November 29, 2016 at 9:33 pmNorris, you better show them how it’s done! I love it and I’m thinking about making one for my husband. MiMi is a good good teacher, you’ve got the best person to show you how it’s to be done. Congratulations on making your first coat.
Norris Danta Ford
November 29, 2016 at 9:56 pmThanks you so much!
COOKIEFACE
November 30, 2016 at 4:39 amNice attention to detail in the cuff, pockets and shoulders.
Norris Danta Ford
December 2, 2016 at 8:57 amThanks!
C
December 1, 2016 at 11:53 pmThis is such a great interpretation of an otherwise dull appearing pattern. I never would have thought of adding those accent pieces (or even have noticed them on the pattern envelope). This is truly a beautifully designed couture coat.
Norris Danta Ford
December 2, 2016 at 8:57 amThank you for pointing that out lol! I didn’t see them until I starting cutting out the pattern.