Thursday, December 15, 2011

A New Wool Coat, Part 3



Thank you to everyone for your lovely comments on my new coat.  And in case you were curious how she looks on a real person, here we go!


My new wool coat.


I had grand ideas about making a new fuchsia blouse to look super snazzy with the open neckline, but I did not have time this weekend, and I did not want to put off wearing the finished product!  So I made do with a bright pink scarf instead.



I pulled out one of my favorite wool pencil skirts (made early this year out of leftover yardage from this dress).  




I love when I can squeeze two projects out of one length of wool!  I try to convince myself that the skirt cost nothing.  Sure, I needed a zipper, and some lining, but the skirt was basically made from scraps, right?



And I will leave you with a few superfluous twirls – I dare you to be in a bad mood after spinning around in a full skirted dress or coat.  Try it, you’ll like it!



Coat:  Made by me, Vogue 8211
Skirt:  Made by me, Simplicity 4047
Blouse:  Banana Republic
Shoes:  Ann Klein “Foxy” in Black Patent
Stockings:  Banana Republic
Purse:  Harveys Seatbelt Bag “Lola” in Emerald
Scarf: Ross
Necklace:  Shadows
Earrings: Kohls

16 comments:

  1. Definitely qualifies as a free skirt.

    WOW. Just wow. It looks fantastic on you, the drape and the shape. Very well done.

    I LOVE your lining shots. Way cool.

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  2. This is gorgeous! I'm sure people will be doing a double take when you walk by. You don't see people this stylish every day. I found your blog via MPB, and I'm so glad I did. But seriously, did you bang this out in less than a week??? Do you ever sleep? :)

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  3. yep, free skirt!
    And the coat is fantastic. I have no idea how you managed to make it so fast and make the process look so effortless?

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  4. Ce manteau est tout simplement superbe !
    Bravo !

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  5. I agree, skirt is free (everyone knows that notions don't count as $$)! Coat is stunning, I adore the lining, and of course it looks fabulous on you. Like StephC said, WOW.

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  6. First the coat, over a "something from nothing" skirt, and then you twirled ('sigh' - she twirls!) - I'm yours.

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  7. The coat looks great -- I love the way it drapes and the fabric is lovely. Elegant skirt too!

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  8. This coat is so fun and feminine. You make such beautiful things. Wear this with pride girl!

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  9. @Mainelydad Mainelydad: I guess I did finish in seven days – no wonder I am exhausted! I knew I wanted to wear it for the BurdaStyle launch party, so I spent a few hours each evening and worked away at it. It’s amazing what a little motivation and a self-imposed deadline can do!

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  10. Your coat is so beautiful. I love the fit and I love the way the skirt hangs. My daughter purchased the pattern for me to make her and I was not excited by it. I thought the illustrations looked blah. But your coat is vibrant. It's gorgeous!

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  11. I didn't read your previous post about the coat but that fabric looks so fifties .it must be vintage right? I will look up your previous post. I just love the pink lining too. You are so talented Laura Mae! Im amazed at thedetailof your projects that you seem to churn out weekly.

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  12. I love this coat!!! So perfect! I've been looking for something like that in the stores, with a full skirt. I need to get this pattern!

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  13. The coat looks divine! And I agree with the others about "free" skirts! I have a pattern (loosely based on a vogue pattern) that has no pockets, no waistband, no "bells and whistles", but fits perfectly, and I've made it so many times I can just about do it in my sleep! And in wide fabric, I need only the length, so odd remnants are ideal! I don't think a girl can have too many!

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  14. Gorgeous coat, and that fabric: wow! I think that you are doing a great job of channeling a "Lilli Ann" look here.

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  15. Two other places to buy Hug Snug is www.zipperstop.biz (they have every color made) and www.wawak.com who have amazing prices and speedy delivery. Your coat just screams elegant!

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