The Sunbacked lining is a gorgeous piece of fabric because of its dual usage. First, the slippery side eases the coat on and off, secondly, the flannel side cuts the wind from hitting your skin. Love it! Where did you buy the tailor's clapper? Did the pleat in the lining come in the instructions OR was that your idea?
Very pretty coat. Any type of green is my favorite color. I look forward to making my own coats this fall. Your tips will come in handy for all my sewing makes. Thanks for sharing.😂
I agree about the hem. And leaving it open at the bottom and tacked down is a good option. Beautiful job on this coat. So pretty. And the color is great.
Fantastic well done and thank you for sharing I have this pattern printed out but then too scared to attempt! Just found you in time I have never sewn a lining so many thanks for sharing all the extra tips especially the hemming you are a ⭐️
I’m just making this coat and I agree with you about the pattern instructions. I’m at the stage of bagging out the lining, so I shall take on board your suggestion of leaving the lining free. I’m making this at my sewing class, and couldn’t have achieved it without my wonderful sewing teacher 😊
Very nice coat! I just finished mine and found your tutorial very helpful because as you stated, their photos are ridiculous! I found it very difficult to follow the instructions because they used lining and fabric that were nearly the same dark blue. And I also don’t like the fact that they don’t offer the option to print your one size. The company is outdated in their approach to pattern printing and illustration and I won’t buy from them again until they update their approach. That being said, I do like the coat and I’ll make another. Thank you!
So glad you found the tutorial helpful! I agree they could use some modernization, but I appreciate that their patterns are very well-drafted! Thanks for watching 😊
I really like your coat! The fabric is beautiful! I am struggling with hemming McCalls 8438. The hem is driving me crazy. I think , like you I will hem the lining separately. I really need to take a class on lining. thank you for sharing.
Thank you! So essentially you leave an open hole in the lining of your sleeve, and use this opening to turn the coat right side out. It took me a lot of time and care, since you will have to pull a lot of bulk through a small opening.
Thanks Mel, I loved the video and have ordered the pattern and lining as I have the wool mix fabric already to go. Really helpful hints and as I have made a Chanel style jacket prior to this which hand sews the lining in at the sleeves and hem, think that will be a better way to do it as you mentioned bagging out left you not liking the hem finish - which I agree with. I will however, be watching this again as I sew and I loved your coat finish. Thanks.
Hi Mel, just found you because I am 3/4 way through sewing my first wool lined coat (Love Notions Octave ) and trying to decide how best to finish the hem as it's a very bulky wool and I don't think the bagging out instructions are going to look nice. Your brilliant review has encouraged me to stop, do some finishing and grading and explore some handsewing finishes. We are now in spring in Sydney, Australia but the mornings are still cool enough to wear a coat if I slowly persist. I am now a new subscriber for you.
Ooh I'm so glad this was helpful! Goodluck with all the finishings of your coat, sounds like you are so close to being done! I'd love to visit Australia one day. Thanks for subscribing! 😊
Really nice! I've never made a coat, but have been eyeing this pattern for a first try. Your tips are great. Still a little scary, but seems much more doable after watching your video!
Great job on the coat! That color looks really good on you, the overall style is flattering and it is a home run all the way around! Thanks so much for sharing. I am really enjoying your channel!
I found the fit fairly large on me. I measure at between a size 6/8 - however I usually wear a medium (or US 6/8/UK 10 or 12) so it didn't feel natural for me to sew the smallest size in a size range. I cut a 10 and it ended up oversized. I think if you went based on the size chart and your body measurements, it would fit better. Next time I would definitely sew a 6 or 8. I hope this helps!
I've just found your channel and found this video really helpful. I've never made a coat either though have four planned, one of them being a Tessuti. I thought your review of making the Oslo was really useful as it was so detailed. I have got into the habit of making notes of my experience of making a garment so that I can refer to them when I reuse the pattern. I've not been so keen on coats that only have one button but you seemed to have found it cosy enough even in cold weather. Are you in Canada? Our winters in the UK are cold but I believe Canadian winters are considerably colder. It's often very windy here so a coat with one button may not always be ideal. How do you find the Oslo in this regard and compared to RTW coats you have?
Hi Rosemary, thanks for your comment! I think keeping track of your experiences sewing each pattern is a great idea - I try to do something similar but often forget. Yes I am in Canada - This coat is definitely plenty warm for most winter weather with the wool and the kasha warm lining as well. I would probably choose my parka on the coldest days as my parka is more windproof etc. I find my Oslo coat is much heavier (physically, in weight) compared to RTW coats with similar warmth. If I wanted more warmth and low weight, I would probably line with Thinsulate :) hope this helps!
Hi there! I believe I needed 3.5 metres of main fabric and a similar amount of lining fabric, and at least a few metres of interfacing as well. It really depends on your body size, and it never hurts to buy extra in case you make a mistake. Happy sewing!
Hi Mel! Really nice coat! I am considering making my own coat and yours is an inspiration. By the way, what is the podcast you refer to at the beginning of the video?
Here is a link to the coat pattern I used: www.tessuti-shop.com/products/oslo-coat-pattern . The amount of fabric will depend on the size you make, so I suggest referring to the size chart. I made a size 10 so my size called for 2.5 meter main, 1.65 meter lining, and 1.3 meter interfacing. There are some suggestions for which types of fabric on the pattern page: I used boiled wool main, and a kasha lining, and weft interfacing. Hope this helps! 😊
Sewing my first tailored coat was such a rewarding process, and I learned so much! What have you been making recently? Let me know in the comments 😊⬇
The Sunbacked lining is a gorgeous piece of fabric because of its dual usage. First, the slippery side eases the coat on and off, secondly, the flannel side cuts the wind from hitting your skin. Love it! Where did you buy the tailor's clapper? Did the pleat in the lining come in the instructions OR was that your idea?
Beautiful coat overall. I think your idea about how to do the hem will give you a nice smooth finish. Great job!
Thank you so much!
Very pretty coat. Any type of green is my favorite color. I look forward to making my own coats this fall. Your tips will come in handy for all my sewing makes. Thanks for sharing.😂
Glad you liked it, goodluck with your coat making project this winter!
Lovely coat 😊
I finished this coat today. Your tutorial was key to my success. Thank you for a very thorough, thoughtful, step-by-step instructional.
Thank you for watching and commenting! I'm so glad it was helpful for you! 😊
Beautiful! Fixing those couple things will make you love it even more!
Yes I agree! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊
The shawl collar looks good on it.
Yes I love that design detail too :)
U DID A OUTSTANDING COAT MAKING PROJECT, I LOVE IT AND LOVE THE COLOR, BE BLESSED
Thank you for such a nice comment, and for watching! 😊
Beautiful coat. Very well done video.
Thank you! :)
Absolutely love your boiled wool color.
Thanks for watching! So glad you like the colour. I love it too!
I agree about the hem. And leaving it open at the bottom and tacked down is a good option. Beautiful job on this coat. So pretty. And the color is great.
Thank you very much! Yes, if I make this pattern again I will definitely think twice about how I finish the hem! Thanks for watching 😊
Thank you for tutorial ,very easy to follow and understand
So glad you found it helpful :)
Not only did you do a great job on making the coat, the video is well done, too. Personally, I like the colours!!!
Thank you, I love the colours too!
That coat is beautiful ❤
Thank you so much! It was a labour of love 😊
Fantastic well done and thank you for sharing I have this pattern printed out but then too scared to attempt! Just found you in time I have never sewn a lining so many thanks for sharing all the extra tips especially the hemming you are a ⭐️
Aww so glad you found this helpful! I was scared when I started this project too, but it was much easier than I expected :) goodluck!
Brilliant tutorial and top tips. Going to make this in Boucle. Thank you
Thank you, so glad you found this helpful :) Have fun!
Well done on that coat Mel...it's gorgeous and looks so professional. xx Karen
Thank you! It was definitely a labour of love!
I’m just making this coat and I agree with you about the pattern instructions. I’m at the stage of bagging out the lining, so I shall take on board your suggestion of leaving the lining free. I’m making this at my sewing class, and couldn’t have achieved it without my wonderful sewing teacher 😊
I'm glad this was helpful for you. Goodluck in finishing your hem, I hope you get a nice finish!
Thank you for all the tips. They are so helpful!
So glad you found this video helpful!
Awesome Instruction, very detailed and informative!
Thank you! 💖
Very nice coat!
I just finished mine and found your tutorial very helpful because as you stated, their photos are ridiculous! I found it very difficult to follow the instructions because they used lining and fabric that were nearly the same dark blue. And I also don’t like the fact that they don’t offer the option to print your one size. The company is outdated in their approach to pattern printing and illustration and I won’t buy from them again until they update their approach. That being said, I do like the coat and I’ll make another.
Thank you!
So glad you found the tutorial helpful! I agree they could use some modernization, but I appreciate that their patterns are very well-drafted! Thanks for watching 😊
I really like your coat! The fabric is beautiful! I am struggling with hemming McCalls 8438. The hem is driving me crazy. I think , like you I will hem the lining separately. I really need to take a class on lining. thank you for sharing.
I need a class on lining too! I would agree, save yourself the headache and hem separately or hand-sew the hem in :) Goodluck!
Beautiful I have to see how you did the turn in the sleeve and the whole coat. Thank you
Thank you! So essentially you leave an open hole in the lining of your sleeve, and use this opening to turn the coat right side out. It took me a lot of time and care, since you will have to pull a lot of bulk through a small opening.
You did a wonderful job🎉
Thank you! 😊
Thank you soooo much for a great tutorial!!!!!
So glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching!
You should be proud of yourself. You did a great job! It’s not easy sewing a coat. Thanks for this video.👗🧵🪡🥰
Thank you! Yes it was tough but a good learning experience 😊
Thanks Mel, I loved the video and have ordered the pattern and lining as I have the wool mix fabric already to go. Really helpful hints and as I have made a Chanel style jacket prior to this which hand sews the lining in at the sleeves and hem, think that will be a better way to do it as you mentioned bagging out left you not liking the hem finish - which I agree with. I will however, be watching this again as I sew and I loved your coat finish. Thanks.
Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you liked it! I definitely think hand-sewing the lining is a good way to go! Goodluck on your coat! :)
Hi Mel, just found you because I am 3/4 way through sewing my first wool lined coat (Love Notions Octave ) and trying to decide how best to finish the hem as it's a very bulky wool and I don't think the bagging out instructions are going to look nice. Your brilliant review has encouraged me to stop, do some finishing and grading and explore some handsewing finishes. We are now in spring in Sydney, Australia but the mornings are still cool enough to wear a coat if I slowly persist. I am now a new subscriber for you.
Ooh I'm so glad this was helpful! Goodluck with all the finishings of your coat, sounds like you are so close to being done! I'd love to visit Australia one day. Thanks for subscribing! 😊
Very nice!❤
Thank you! 😊
Beautiful coat!
Thank you! 😊
Mel, I so loved this very informative & enjoyable tutorial. Thanks so much!❤
Thank you so much, that is so very kind! Thanks for watching and commenting! 😊
Really nice! I've never made a coat, but have been eyeing this pattern for a first try. Your tips are great. Still a little scary, but seems much more doable after watching your video!
So glad this video was helpful! It was my first time too, so if I can do it so can you 😊
Great job on the coat! That color looks really good on you, the overall style is flattering and it is a home run all the way around! Thanks so much for sharing. I am really enjoying your channel!
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm so glad you are enjoying my channel 😊
Mel, I’m so glad I found you! I’ve just started my own collection and so far, your patterns and especially your fabrics are my favorite!
Thank you so much, I'm glad you are enjoying the patterns and fabrics! Good luck on your collection ☺️
Great job 👏🏾 love it!
Thanks so much!
Great job. I think the hem buckled because the lining length isn’t long enough thus pulling on the coat
Thank you! Yes I agree, the length must be a bit off!
Beautiful coat well done, I would like to buy this pattern how do I go about it❤
So glad you liked it! I have it linked in the description of the video :)
Thank you💕
Fabulous coat you look amazing. May I ask did you use a walking foot.
Thank you so much! I believe I used a non-stick foot. I have found my walking foot gets caught on the boiled wool fabric and is more work than help.
Lovely coat! What kind of interfacing have you used?
Thank you! I used weft interfacing, I either buy it from Blackbird fabrics or Cleaner's supply (similar to Wawak which is available in the USA)
NICE Job 🦋😄😄🦋
Thank you!
Did you find the sizing accurate and I’d you do a toile prior to cutting your precious wool? Great tutorial.
I found the fit fairly large on me. I measure at between a size 6/8 - however I usually wear a medium (or US 6/8/UK 10 or 12) so it didn't feel natural for me to sew the smallest size in a size range. I cut a 10 and it ended up oversized. I think if you went based on the size chart and your body measurements, it would fit better. Next time I would definitely sew a 6 or 8. I hope this helps!
I've just found your channel and found this video really helpful. I've never made a coat either though have four planned, one of them being a Tessuti. I thought your review of making the Oslo was really useful as it was so detailed. I have got into the habit of making notes of my experience of making a garment so that I can refer to them when I reuse the pattern. I've not been so keen on coats that only have one button but you seemed to have found it cosy enough even in cold weather. Are you in Canada? Our winters in the UK are cold but I believe Canadian winters are considerably colder. It's often very windy here so a coat with one button may not always be ideal. How do you find the Oslo in this regard and compared to RTW coats you have?
Hi Rosemary, thanks for your comment! I think keeping track of your experiences sewing each pattern is a great idea - I try to do something similar but often forget. Yes I am in Canada - This coat is definitely plenty warm for most winter weather with the wool and the kasha warm lining as well. I would probably choose my parka on the coldest days as my parka is more windproof etc. I find my Oslo coat is much heavier (physically, in weight) compared to RTW coats with similar warmth. If I wanted more warmth and low weight, I would probably line with Thinsulate :) hope this helps!
hii, how many meters of fabric needed for a coat of this size ? appreciate ur reply .. thanks alot
Hi there! I believe I needed 3.5 metres of main fabric and a similar amount of lining fabric, and at least a few metres of interfacing as well. It really depends on your body size, and it never hurts to buy extra in case you make a mistake. Happy sewing!
Hi Mel! Really nice coat! I am considering making my own coat and yours is an inspiration. By the way, what is the podcast you refer to at the beginning of the video?
Thanks for such a nice comment! The podcast is called "Love to Sew" and it's my favourite podcast for sure! Goodluck on your coat project!
This turned out so great! You made it look so easy but I’m so intimidated by coat making 😖
Thanks so much! Honestly, it's just like anything else in sewing, one step at a time! I bet you can do it too 😊
HOW MANY YARDS WILL I NEED TO MAKE THIS COAT AND THE LINING AND WHAT TYPED THIS WILL BE MY FIRST COAT, THANK YOU.
Here is a link to the coat pattern I used: www.tessuti-shop.com/products/oslo-coat-pattern . The amount of fabric will depend on the size you make, so I suggest referring to the size chart. I made a size 10 so my size called for 2.5 meter main, 1.65 meter lining, and 1.3 meter interfacing. There are some suggestions for which types of fabric on the pattern page: I used boiled wool main, and a kasha lining, and weft interfacing. Hope this helps! 😊
I'm looking at the coat on the rack behind you...what pattern is that?
I thrifted that coat, I didn't make it myself! Sorry to be unhelpful!
No worries...keep up the great work on your videos...love them!
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