Pattern Favourites: Beginner Coats
It’s getting colder and colder and all we want to do is wrap ourself in a warm winter coat. Have you ever made your own coat? It can seem daunting at first, but we promise, when you choose the right pattern and the right fabric, a coat is super fun to make. We have gathered 10 patterns that are perfect for beginners, so we hope we can inspire you to bite the bullet and start making your own coat!
Pattern: Simplicity 8742 .
A great way to ease yourself into coat making is to start with a coatigan. It’s a mix between a cardigan and a coat and it’s usually an easy make. One of our favourites is the Simplicity 8742 coatigan. The patch pockets are nice and big!
Pattern: Know Me 2058.
Like extra support? Choose a pattern with a video sewalong! Our Know Me Collection each has a video from the designer to guide you through every step. Like this quick jacket made from either pre-quilted fabric or regular coating.
Pattern: Know Me 2001.
Another popular design from our Know Me collection, this is a very beginner friendly wrap coat for a polished finish with belt loops and notched collar.
Pattern: McCall’s 7847.
Thinking of using faux fur, or teddy bear fabric? This jacket would be perfect! The pattern is for a fitted, lined coats with length variations and have notched collar and snap closures.
Pattern: New Look 6545.
For those of you that have never sewn sleeves before, raglan sleeves are a little bit different than normal sleeves and are easier to sew than set in sleeves. The New Look 6545 bomber jacket might be a good start for you with zip closure and raglan sleeves.
Pattern: Simplicity 8797.
With its classic lapels and easy fit, this cozy lined coat has the look of a perfectly oversized coat. The pattern includes four different lengths and features a one button closure.
Pattern: McCall’s 8029.
A cape is another garment that is great to get started with when you want to start with coat making. This unlined wrap cape with belt has a shawl collar or a self lined hood. It will be easy and quick to sew as all edges are unfinished and edgestitched.
Pattern: Vogue 9133.
This unlined coat is loose fitting, but slightly more fitted at the shoulders. Other features are the collar and lapel, the one button front closure, and the big patch pockets.