This DIY kit contains all the necessary materials, threads, interfacings, linings, buttons, etc to complete the traditional wool coat as shown. Skills required to make this kit include precise machine sewing, careful pressing, and touches of hand embroidery. The tailored dress coat is constructed from 100% wool flannel, features front 'penny' pockets, and is softened with gathering at the side and back panels to allow fullness for a dress worn underneath. Learn a unique method for making corded bound buttonholes. An embroidered half belt and 4” inverted box pleat add interest to the coat back. A tailored two piece men’s wear style sleeve complete with shoulder pads add to the traditional styling of the coat. Four different types of interfacing (fusible hair canvas, 'Baby' interfacing, French Fuse, and Shape Flex are included in the kit to add structure and shape to the project. The coat is fully lined with heavy poly satin and is accented with micro check piping between the lining and the facings. Size 36 covered button forms will be included with each kit. The collar, buttons, and back half belt can be embellished with bullion roses, single feather stitch, and French knots.
The kit is available in eight colorways:
1. blush pink wool flannel/blue micro check piping/ivory lining
2. light blue wool flannel/pink micro check piping/ivory lining
3. golden yellow wool flannel/navy micro check piping/ivory lining
4. violet wool flannel/lime micro check piping/ivory lining
5. red wool flannel/black micro check piping/ivory lining
6. navy wool flannel/navy micro check piping/ivory lining
7. turquoise wool flannel/hot pink micro check/ivory lining
8. black wool flannel/black micro check piping/red lining
The kits are individually sized and will come with the pattern sheets printed on 11' by 17" paper for the KIT SIZE ONLY. Full color printed instructions will be included with each kit.
**If you do not need or want the printed pattern sheets and instructions, please leave "no pattern sheets/instructions" in the comments box and I will refund $12 through Etsy to your payment method**
***If the color/size you want is sold out, message me through Etsy and I will start a back order list. Back orders should take no longer than two weeks.***