Lightweight Coat With Lisette By Butterick

This is another one of those patterns that I’ve seen around the internet so I decided to give it a try. It’s B6244. The pattern contains a dress and this ope, fly-away coat. Now, I made this in October when the weather was better for wearing something like this. In any case, I wanted to share this.

B6244

It’s long on me. It’s proportionately longer on me than on the model on the cover of the pattern envelope. I’m 5’5″ tall and could shorten this by a few inches. But in any case, I really like this because it’s like wearing a warm blanket, except better looking. The material I’ve had in my stash for quite a while. It’s some sort of polyester (maybe with wool) suiting. It’s lightweight but warm (and washable).

Because the pattern doesn’t have pockets included, I had to add my own. I put in in-seam pockets which makes this much more practical for me.

Butterick 6244

This is, by far, one of the easiest coat patterns you could ever make. I could see this done in fleece as well (even though it’s not mentioned on the pattern envelope). Basically you will just be hemming the edges after putting in the sleeves and attaching the front pieces. I think I did this in an afternoon.

Quick, easy and comfortable. That describes so many of my sewing adventures and makes. But, I sew what I like and I wear what I make! I encourage you to do the same.

Until next time…

Making Tops With Angela Wolf

Okay. So not exactly with her, but using her “Delila” pattern. There are 9 versions to make with this ONE pattern! I love that because right off the bat, I feel like I’ve really gotten my money’s worth. This is a versatile and easy pattern to make.

AW1531

I made two of these tops. The top one is made from a cotton blend knit with metal pieces for decoration. the bottom is an ITY knit that has more of a four-way stretch. The extra stretch of the bottom one make it very comfortable. That was the second one that I made and I did it in about 1-1/2 hours.

Both of these tops are the same version (with the cuff added). I really like the length of the top too. I find them easy to wear and move in.

The neck binding is attached in a way I’ve never done before, but it works so well, I’ve started doing other knit tops the same way. The neck binding piece is attached, then folded over the raw seam allowance, then topstitched down. It’s much easier than any other attachment I’ve done and I get better, more professional-looking results.

The only problem I had with sewing the tops happened when making the dark blue (with metal) top.

Apparently, this is what happens when you use a double needle on a fabric with metal pieces and, I suspect, try to sew too fast… No damage to me, the top, or my machine.

Anyway, this is a terrific and versatile pattern that can be used to make something really casual or a bit dressier.

Reversible coat from OOP Butterick 3306

This pattern came out some time around 2001, but as someone who buys patterns on sale, then keeps them for years, I’m glad I finally got around to making this. I wanted a casual jacket to wear and decided that I wanted something in all black. I spotted this quilted coating on the Mood Fabrics website and knew that was what I wanted. The material is finished on the back side but it is recommended to line the garment. So with reviewing the pattern views, and this one (View A) being reversible, I decided that I would use black corduroy for the other side.

Butterick 3306

In my opinion, this is the perfect fabric choice for this jacket. I really like the length as well since it goes to just below the hip which makes it easy for sitting and driving or whatever. The pattern calls for no pockets on the reverse side (which for me is the corduroy), but as you can see, I added them. No point in having a reversible coat with pockets on only one side!

I lined the patch pockets with the red and black check fabric I had left over from my shirt (here).

Here is a picture of the pattern envelope so you’ll know which one I’m talking about. some of you may have this pattern.

All in all a successful project that I;m very happy with. This was also the easiest (and fastest) jacket/coat I’ve ever made.

I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday season! Warm wishes to all…

Denise