You're right, it looks wonderfully cozy! I was so glad to hear you say "car coat" because we always said that at home - I love the contrast of the light/dark grays so that it almost looks like you have a binding. And great tip on the binding. I cannot imagine how hard it would be to remove stitches - I'd put holes in the fabric for sure! Love you - xoxoxox
I haven't been following you too long, but I'm really enjoying your reviews. Thank you for all the effort you put into them. You are a wealth of information. 💕
Hi Andra! That is such a great coat. I love how the wide hood creates that shawl collar. I like how it looks with the addition of the cuffs. It's also cool how it came out two toned because of your great fabric choice! Very nice, as always! 😁💕
I agree with you, that’s a gorgeous coat! I had forgotten until I saw yours, but I have a kwik sew pattern that looks very similar! I’ve had it for years! Your fabric is exquisite looking, and I need to go back and watch the video again to see where you got it. You’ve inspired me to pull that kwik sew pattern out! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Andra - Your coat looks so comfy. The tips for sewing the coat with fleece was very helpful. Wish I had a coat like that when we lost power in a wind storm for over two days and our house got so cold! It was in the 40s during the day and the 30s at night. 🥶Take Care
I made mine from Joann Fabrics raspberry Luxe Fleece. I widened the neck facing 5/8" on both sides, and hand-sewed over the trimmed back neck seam. It makes the neck sturdier. I also lengthened the sleeves 2". These were good suggestions. This coat was comfy for Easter dawn outdoor worship!
Your coat sounds gorgeous, Carol! If you’re on IG, tag me when you post it! I would love to see it! I am so glad you found my review helpful! Thank you so much for letting me know! 💗
I've added this pattern to my ongoing pattern wish list. I am doing good about not buying any more fabric or patterns.... looking forward to July. ;) Thats when my freeze will end.
Bet that coat would be fabulous in boiled wool with a decorative contrast thread along the edges instead of hemming them or turning them under. Embroidery would be great on it too!
I wish I had that coat on right now! 💕 I have some royal blue wool I’ve been saving for the perfect coat. Maybe this pattern is the one to use. You know me…I love classic, simple lines with a bit of added detail like the binding you added to the hood. You look great, Andra! Thanks for sharing the details of this pattern. 😊
Very nice coat. I made a jacket with the lux fabric. It is luxurious!!! I see you have a picture of my all-time favorite. I Love Lucy. I thought I've seen them all several times, but I don't remember an episode with her sewing! I would love to have a print of that for my sewing room. Is it available online? Thanks for sharing 🙋🏾♀️
Thank you so much, Pammi! I agree! That fabric is so fab! I found the photo of Lucy and the sewing machine online! I’ve had it in my sewing room several years! I thought it was a fun and truthful addition! 😂💗
Yay! It’s a great pattern! Just be sure to watch out for those really thick sections! If you’re on IG, please tag me when you post a pic! I would love to see yours! 💗
What a lovely coat - I love the fabric you used. I can see you wearing this loads. I’m staying away from fleece for the timebeing as I’ve just made a dressing gown for my husband and you’re right - it’s impossible to seam rip any mistakes as you can’t find the stitches. So my husbands pockets are wonky and they’re staying that way 😂.
I bought 3 of this pattern, I made the short version first I did this because I want to make all the sizes , this is a great easy coat to make, very easy, my next coat is going to be color blocking, thank u I love your coat.
Love this, Andra! Thanks for sharing. I have the pattern, and some deluxe fleece, great pairing. Serger is on pink now, both machines have told me they only want to sew spring. Sew, spring it is. But here in the Midwest we have a pretty chilly spring some days. (Do you hear my justification there?) 😂😂
Thank you so much, Deb! Can totally relate to chilly spring days! We have the same here! That Luxe fleece from JoAnn is so cozy and perfect for this pattern! 💗
Thank you so much, Gladys! When a fabric has nap, if you brush your hand over the fabric, it will have a different feel, depending on the direction your hand is moving. It may also change color a little bit. When you cut your pieces, you want the nap of the fabric going in the same direction for all the pieces. I hope that helps! 💗
Hi thanks for the tutorial! Im making this pattern into a quilt coat. do you think i could bind the edges of the pieces first and then sew them together? i want avoid open seams but i think it will be hard to do the bias binding after all the pieces are sewn... i would appreciate any insight you may have
You are most welcome! That may work, but, I’m not completely sure. You will definitely need to use a machine that can sew through very thick layers. Keep me posted. A quilt coat sounds gorgeous! 💗
Andra- I have a question? I purchased a reversible wool blanket I want to turn into a coat but I want to make it using a hand blanket stitch. Do you think this pattern would lend itself to that? I am hoping to make the coat reversible.
That sounds gorgeous, Tracy! Are you literally sewing it by hand? If so, I would practice on a few layers first, to see if your needle and hands can tolerate it. A few of the seams in this pattern are super-duper thick! Keep me posted! 💗
Great review on the coat! Looks so amazingly cosy as you say. Glad you said about the length, on me it would be touching the ground. I like the look of the short one. Thanks so much for sharing ❤ Great job x
Such a simple but effective design! Looks so nice and comfy cozy! 💞
It is so comfy-cozy! See you soon! 💗
You're right, it looks wonderfully cozy! I was so glad to hear you say "car coat" because we always said that at home - I love the contrast of the light/dark grays so that it almost looks like you have a binding. And great tip on the binding. I cannot imagine how hard it would be to remove stitches - I'd put holes in the fabric for sure! Love you - xoxoxox
If anyone could remove the stitches, you could! 😂💪🏻 Love you back! 😘💗
so cozy! that style really suits you and adding the extra cuff length was definitely the right call.
Thank you so much, Sara! 💗
Your coat looks so soft, comfy and cute! Very trendy! I can see why you don’t want to take it off!!!! Thank you for the review!!!❤
Thank you so much, Talisha! Highly recommend this pattern! 💗
Love it!!! It looks so warm! You did an amazing job! Love you Sis!!!
Thank you, Sis! Love you! 💗
Beautiful, simple coat!! Love it! Love you!!
Thank you, Mom! Love you! 💗
Oooo whose going to be warm and toasty great make thanks for the tips
Thank you so much, Robyn! It is so snuggly! 💗
Beautiful comfort! Thanks for all the hints etc.
Thank you much, Sue! It’s a great pattern! 💗
Your coat turned out beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing this pattern.
Thank you so much, Mary! It is so snuggly! 💗
I could use that blanket coat here in Indiana! Boy! I abhor winter! The cozier, the better!! You look great in that!
Thank you so much, Erin! Highly recommend this pattern! 💗
I haven't been following you too long, but I'm really enjoying your reviews. Thank you for all the effort you put into them. You are a wealth of information. 💕
Thank you so much, Noemi! You have no idea how much your encouragement means to me! 💗
Hi Andra! That is such a great coat. I love how the wide hood creates that shawl collar. I like how it looks with the addition of the cuffs. It's also cool how it came out two toned because of your great fabric choice! Very nice, as always! 😁💕
Thank you so much, Mitzi! It is such a great pattern! 💗
I am so excited to try this pattern!
Yay! Can’t wait to see it! 💗
I definitely will be making this!! ❤❤❤ it! Thanks for sharing!!
Yay! Thank you so much, Marilyn! If you’re on IG, tag me when you post it! I would love to see it! 💗
I agree with you, that’s a gorgeous coat! I had forgotten until I saw yours, but I have a kwik sew pattern that looks very similar! I’ve had it for years! Your fabric is exquisite looking, and I need to go back and watch the video again to see where you got it. You’ve inspired me to pull that kwik sew pattern out! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much, Myra! Can’t wait to see yours! That fabric came from JoAnn. It’s their Luxe Fleece line! 💗
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Haya. Great review & looks sooooo super snuggly 🤩Loving the color of your fabric 🤩Thanku 'sew' much for sharing 🪡✂🧵🙂
Thank you so much, Ana! 💗
Hi Andra - Your coat looks so comfy. The tips for sewing the coat with fleece was very helpful. Wish I had a coat like that when we lost power in a wind storm for over two days and our house got so cold! It was in the 40s during the day and the 30s at night. 🥶Take Care
Thank you so much, Janiece! Yes, that coat would have been perfect to snuggle-up in when your house was so cold! Losing power is no fun at all! 💗
Love your coat. I have this pattern and this was so helpful. I love the binding fabric in the hood. ❤️
Thank you so much, Diann! Can’t wait to see yours! 💗
So classy, I have a big smile 😀 on my face. I'm looking forward to making the COAT also after seeing 👀 your fabulous COAT.....Always, Sheryll
Yay! Thank you so much, Sheryl! It is a fab pattern! Can’t wait to see yours! If you’re on IG, tag me when you post a pic! 💗
That is a terrific coat!
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I made mine from Joann Fabrics raspberry Luxe Fleece. I widened the neck facing 5/8" on both sides, and hand-sewed over the trimmed back neck seam. It makes the neck sturdier. I also lengthened the sleeves 2". These were good suggestions. This coat was comfy for Easter dawn outdoor worship!
Your coat sounds gorgeous, Carol! If you’re on IG, tag me when you post it! I would love to see it! I am so glad you found my review helpful! Thank you so much for letting me know! 💗
I’m going to get that pattern! So simple and lovely!
Yay! I think you’ll love it, Cheri! Tag me when you post it! Can’t wait to see yours! 💗
Looks nice and warm
Thank you so much, Vanessa! It is so cozy! 💗
I've added this pattern to my ongoing pattern wish list. I am doing good about not buying any more fabric or patterns.... looking forward to July. ;) Thats when my freeze will end.
It is a great pattern, Becky! Can’t wait to see yours! 💗
Looks really good. I've used that lux fleece from Joann too and it is really nice.
Thank you so much, Shellie! You’re right - that fabric is fab! What did you make with it? 💗
looks super warm and cozy! Very nice!
Thank you so much, Becky! It is so snuggly! 💗
Looks really cosy and gorgeous! Thank you💕
Thank you so much, Liz! 💗
Bet that coat would be fabulous in boiled wool with a decorative contrast thread along the edges instead of hemming them or turning them under. Embroidery would be great on it too!
Sounds gorgeous, Nancy! 💗
I really like this! Now that I need it in my life, I am off to the fabric store! Thanks so much for sharing and for the inspiration!
Yay, Elizabeth! If you’re on IG, tag me when you make it! I would love to see it! 💗
Ive had my eye on that pattern for when Im in NC!! Yours looks luxurious!! Great fabric choice. Now put it away because you are headed to FLORIDA!!!
Woot! Can’t wait! 💗
I wish I had that coat on right now! 💕 I have some royal blue wool I’ve been saving for the perfect coat. Maybe this pattern is the one to use. You know me…I love classic, simple lines with a bit of added detail like the binding you added to the hood. You look great, Andra! Thanks for sharing the details of this pattern. 😊
Thank you so much, Lynn! The royal blue wool sounds amazing! This is a great pattern that is so snuggly and cuddly! Keep me posted! 💗
Andra, I wish you could come to ohio and head up an all day sewing seminar. That would be so cool
That would be super-fun! 💗
Very nice coat. I made a jacket with the lux fabric. It is luxurious!!!
I see you have a picture of my all-time favorite. I Love Lucy. I thought I've seen them all several times, but I don't remember an episode with her sewing! I would love to have a print of that for my sewing room. Is it available online? Thanks for sharing 🙋🏾♀️
Thank you so much, Pammi! I agree! That fabric is so fab! I found the photo of Lucy and the sewing machine online! I’ve had it in my sewing room several years! I thought it was a fun and truthful addition! 😂💗
Good review, thanks for the tips.
Thank you so much! You are most welcome! Let me know if you make one! 💗
Love this pattern review. I keep looking at this pattern and after seeing your review... It is on my list...
Thank you.
Yay! It’s a great pattern! Just be sure to watch out for those really thick sections! If you’re on IG, please tag me when you post a pic! I would love to see yours! 💗
What a lovely coat - I love the fabric you used. I can see you wearing this loads.
I’m staying away from fleece for the timebeing as I’ve just made a dressing gown for my husband and you’re right - it’s impossible to seam rip any mistakes as you can’t find the stitches. So my husbands pockets are wonky and they’re staying that way 😂.
Thank you so much, Margaret! We’ll call your husband’s pockets a design choice! 😉💗
U r right this coat is for me, I made it and I put embroidery designs on the sleeves (to tone green fleece). View C.
That sounds amazing! I would love to see it! Tag me if you post it on IG! 🤩💗
Love the jacket.
Thank you so much, Traci! It’s a fab pattern! 💗
I bought 3 of this pattern, I made the short version first I did this because I want to make all the sizes , this is a great easy coat to make, very easy, my next coat is going to be color blocking, thank u I love your coat.
Thank you so much! I agree - it is such a great pattern! Color-blocking will be gorgeous! 💗
I’m going to line it to give it a more finished look.
That will be amazing! If you’re on IG, please tag me when you post a pic! I would love to see it! 🤩💗
Fabulous coat!
Thank you so much, Debbie! It is a great pattern! 💗
Very nice. I like how you hid the seam in your hood.
Thank you so much! I am so pleased with it! 💗
Love this, Andra! Thanks for sharing. I have the pattern, and some deluxe fleece, great pairing. Serger is on pink now, both machines have told me they only want to sew spring. Sew, spring it is. But here in the Midwest we have a pretty chilly spring some days. (Do you hear my justification there?) 😂😂
Thank you so much, Deb! Can totally relate to chilly spring days! We have the same here! That Luxe fleece from JoAnn is so cozy and perfect for this pattern! 💗
I also put embroidery on the sleeves.
That sounds amazing! 💗
I got a quilted couch cover at a bin dig, for 25 cents. I'm going to use that !
It is brand new
That sounds amazing, Traci! Cannot wait to see it! 💗
Way to go! 💪🏻💗
Andra this is such a nice coat! Love that it has a hood! 😊 P.S. Have a wonderful time at the expo ❤
Thank you so much, Cynthia! Sadly, my schedule doesn’t allow me to go to the expo - I am leaving Friday morning to start the long drive back home! 💗
Awww, maybe next year. Have safe travels home ❤️
Awww, maybe next year. Have safe travels home ❤️
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I've been looking for a hooded wrap coat pattern, years ago, in home ec we made one, had the tie belt.
This one is so cozy, Traci! Keep me posted! 💗
Did you make the lovely animal print top? If so what is the pattern? Looks great!
Thank you so much, Ruth! I did! Here are all the details! 💗
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Hi Andra I love the coat. Can you explain what the nap is.
Thank you so much, Gladys! When a fabric has nap, if you brush your hand over the fabric, it will have a different feel, depending on the direction your hand is moving. It may also change color a little bit. When you cut your pieces, you want the nap of the fabric going in the same direction for all the pieces. I hope that helps! 💗
Hi thanks for the tutorial! Im making this pattern into a quilt coat. do you think i could bind the edges of the pieces first and then sew them together? i want avoid open seams but i think it will be hard to do the bias binding after all the pieces are sewn... i would appreciate any insight you may have
You are most welcome! That may work, but, I’m not completely sure. You will definitely need to use a machine that can sew through very thick layers. Keep me posted. A quilt coat sounds gorgeous! 💗
Andra- I have a question? I purchased a reversible wool blanket I want to turn into a coat but I want to make it using a hand blanket stitch. Do you think this pattern would lend itself to that? I am hoping to make the coat reversible.
That sounds gorgeous, Tracy! Are you literally sewing it by hand? If so, I would practice on a few layers first, to see if your needle and hands can tolerate it. A few of the seams in this pattern are super-duper thick! Keep me posted! 💗
Hi Andra, I don't care too much for hoods, I was wondering if this pattern could turn into a rounded collar on the back instead of a hood. thoughts?
Hi, Gloria! I’ll bet you could continue the shape of the shawl collar around the back neckline! That would be gorgeous! Keep me posted! 💗
May I ask what size you made? Diana
I don’t mind at all, Diana. I made a medium. I apologize if I omitted that during the video. 🤦🏻♀️💗
Great review on the coat! Looks so amazingly cosy as you say. Glad you said about the length, on me it would be touching the ground. I like the look of the short one. Thanks so much for sharing ❤ Great job x
Looks so snuggly!
It feels amazing, Margie! 💗