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I was a pattern tester for the Lady Grey Coat from Colette Patterns. I initially tested this pattern with muslin and then laid it aside with intentions of making it from something fabulous later on. One of my New Year’s Resolutions was to finish unfinished sewing projects and I felt this fell into that category. The coat turned out beautifully and I’m so happy with the finish. This coat is rated “Advanced” and I suppose that it is to a certain degree, but the fantastic instructions make you feel like it is for a beginner. I highly recommend this coat pattern to anyone!
In the initial construction of the muslin test, the sleeves were too big for the armhole. I corrected this on the muslin but then forgot to correct my pattern, hence why my sleeves are gathered at the top when the pattern does not call for it. I was too lazy to fix this for the finished jacket and felt that the sleeves would be just fine in the end if gathered. I also gave the sleeve a pleat at the elbow since they were a bit large-ish for my arms.
All in all, I’m completely in love with this romantic coat. I thought the large collar would drown me, but I find that the flared waist to hip area gives this coat great balance. A perfect addition to a rainy day and some warm Lady Grey tea.
Material Notes
Made from heavy cotton, with the texture and weave of burlap
Lined with Anna Maria Horner’s Little Folks Cotton Voile
Topstitched in turquoise silk thread, finished with on big wooden button to close
Difficulty
Advanced
Categories
- For
- Women
- Garment Type
- Coat/Capes
- Style
- Business, Casual, Classic, Mod, Other, Romantic, Vintage
- Material
- Cotton
Credits
- Colette Patterns
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Oct 30, 2010, 01.02 AMby sabinaholtby-1
LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE!
May 31, 2010, 01.55 PMby irin
oh my God, this is amazing – i am in love to this coat :)
May 29, 2010, 03.20 AMby 00001
Beautiful colors, I love it :) awsome job!
Mar 30, 2010, 09.25 PMby candyjoyce
Just making the Lady Grey at the moment.
Can I ask, did you find that you needed to shorten the pockets?
I have just turned my hem 2 inches and have found that the pockets peak out of the bottom, even though I have trimmed the pocket SA right back.
Cheers,
Candy
Mar 15, 2010, 02.43 PMby laceydacey
This coat is AMAZING!!! gorgeous just gorgeous…you did a wonderful job : )
Mar 9, 2010, 10.09 PMby olystyrene
Love the peplum, this is just gorgeous and so flattering! The turquoise goes very well with those mustard gloves – a beautiful ensemble!
Mar 5, 2010, 06.16 PMby tallykay
This coat is so cute! I really like the style. You look very good in it btw
Feb 23, 2010, 03.59 PMby loveliette
fabulous, you picked a gorgeous color!
Feb 22, 2010, 09.35 PMby susanne2011
This is an awesome coat, I just ordered the pattern for it. Thanks a million for letting me know about it. It is really lovely!
Feb 21, 2010, 03.38 PMby erdronen
What a gorgeous coat! I love the color and that pattern is fantastic! Beautiful job!
Feb 19, 2010, 07.38 PMby yoshimi
Absolutely stunning! I Love Love Love it. Thanks for sharing!
Feb 19, 2010, 02.33 PMby leighr
I have this pattern waiting to be made. I love the Colette patterns. I made the Beignet skirt for a coworker’s wedding and it was a breeze and turned out lovely and flattering.
Feb 18, 2010, 10.33 PMby dtale
So stylish. And the gloves!
Feb 18, 2010, 08.04 PMby suribabe
Wow, its amazing. I love it. Colour is fab too..
Feb 18, 2010, 02.27 PMby zozowahine
I totally by-passed the Lady Grey pattern when looking at the new range of Colette Patterns, having seen your I now want it BAD! Your sleeve solutions are very inspiring. Thanks for the detailed info
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Feb 18, 2010, 05.29 PMby sunnilj9
It’s a fantastic pattern! Go buy it, right now. You will not regret it!
Feb 18, 2010, 02.02 PMby elegantmusings
Absolutely stunning! I love how the flaired peplum makes this style really stand out. It looks fantastic on you! :)
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Feb 18, 2010, 05.33 PMby sunnilj9
Thank you! I totally agree about the peplum and really I can’t believe how well it balances out the collar. I think coat is so well designed as everything about it gives it that hourglass figure.
Feb 18, 2010, 10.29 AMby pinup
swoon, gorgeous!
Feb 18, 2010, 10.15 AMby lastregatta
WONDERFUL!!!!! I would buy a coat like this!
Feb 18, 2010, 09.29 AMby bohemiannow
Wow, this is divine! I love it, the colour is marvelous and the finishing so well made!
Feb 18, 2010, 08.03 AMby loyl8
love it!!!!!! super cute and the gloves (target?)…..awesome!!!
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Feb 18, 2010, 05.21 PMby sunnilj9
Yes! I saw one lone pair there awhile back (target) and thought, “What are these doing here? They look marvelous!” Bought them right up. Seems like they go with nearly everything. Love that mustardy color.
Feb 19, 2010, 05.38 AMby loyl8
me too!! Almost bought them myself but I bought the mustardy beret instead.
Feb 18, 2010, 03.29 AMby javy
The shape of this coat is so adorable…it looks amazing. i would like one for myself pls. any patterns?
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Feb 18, 2010, 02.04 PMby candyjoyce
I’ve just bought this pattern myself. It is from Colette Patterns. Google it…..but beware, you will want one of each of her fabulous vintage-esque patterns!
Feb 18, 2010, 02.50 AMby christine-1
I have this coat 90% finished myself (has been that way for about 2 months now!), mostly because it’s not thin-coat weather yet. I had the same problem with the sleeves. I like your sleeve-solution a lot. mine is navy wool, which after seeing yours now seems a bit boring to me! I love the colors you chose, both in and outside. your coat definitely inspires to finish mine soon!
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Feb 18, 2010, 05.24 PMby sunnilj9
Oh, I’m sure the navy would be so beautiful. Really. I did actually try looking for a navy wool and could never find just the right fabric. I saw this fabric at a “two dollar fabric store” and knew it was the perfect thing for me. But, I buy this color alot. It’s that color I love but never own up to really loving it. Thank you!
Feb 18, 2010, 01.46 AMby mo-mo-sew-sew
DANG GIRL!! YOU GOT MAD SKILLS!!! i’ve checked out the collette patterns and while they’re not really my style, i’ve really appreciated all the creations everyone has made with them. once again, your color choice is stellar.
Feb 17, 2010, 11.21 PMby Lucha Suarez
so fabulous
Feb 17, 2010, 11.12 PMby missymellie
I love the shape of this jacket!
Feb 17, 2010, 11.01 PMby paunnet
Wow! This looks amazing!!!
Feb 17, 2010, 10.19 PMby bijouxbetty
This is gorgeous! I love the colour, and the pattern is very well balanced to make the collar very complimentary and not at all overwhelming. Beautfully sewn finish too :)
Feb 17, 2010, 10.02 PMby sandrasews
Wow so beautiful. Great colours and lining.
Feb 17, 2010, 09.43 PMby badkitty-1
Oh, I love this (and Lady Grey Tea)! What a good job and such lovely fabric xx
Feb 17, 2010, 08.52 PMby latulipenoire
This is just lovely and your photos are adorable. I’ve been wanting to make this coat for months and it’s so nice to hear that the directions make it less daunting!
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Feb 18, 2010, 05.26 PMby sunnilj9
Oh yes! Do try it. I’m sure you will find the directions so easy to follow. The hardest part for me was cutting out all of the pieces. And yes there are alot! Took me 3 hours! So worth it in the end though.