Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Cennetta: Vogue 8438


I finally decided which coat to make for the Great Coat Sew-Along. It was so hard narrowing it down to just one for this event. My choice is Vogue 8438 view A or B. This is a princess seam coat with interesting collar treatment. This coat has some versatility in the look by changing the fabric: cashmere, lightwieght melton, or Damask. These are a few options. I think the clothe belt of view C can serve as an alterative look for both A & B.


Last Tuesday I stopped by Vogue Fabrics on the way home to buy fabric. They had several nice wool coatins available, but I didn't like any of them for this coat. I found this Bright Navy at Gorgeous Fabrics, which I will order this week.


I'm a little behind schedule, so I brought the pattern with me to cut out. When I return home I'll be able to start work on the fitting. The lining, buttons, and other notions will be discussed in a later post.

My second and third options were V7979-D and S3966-A with sleeve from view B.


Happy Sewing!
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5 comments:

  1. Ann Made StudioJune 10, 2008 at 4:37 PM

    I really like your choice of pattern and fabric. It will look beautiful!

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  2. ACorgiHouseJune 11, 2008 at 5:06 AM

    I believe that makes three of us using this pattern, although I'm doing view C. Will be fun to see how they all turn out! K

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  3. Mariela AlethiaJune 11, 2008 at 6:14 AM

    I am anxious to see how beautiful your coat is going to turn out

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  4. MarjiJune 13, 2008 at 7:08 AM

    I can't believe how dedicated you are. I wouldn't have thought to take a pattern with me on a business trip!

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  5. CennettaJune 13, 2008 at 6:16 PM

    Thanks, everyone. I'm so excited about this group effort. The tutorials provided and following everyone's progress is priceless.

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