Sewing a WOOL COAT | In-depth winter coat tutorial

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  • Опубліковано 3 сер 2024
  • In this video, we will be sewing a fabulous green winter coat! I'm using the Tessuti Oslo Coat pattern, and a mossy green boiled wool from Mood Fabrics. I show you every step from choosing the fabric, to cutting and interfacing, to sewing and finishing the coat. I also provide lots of tips for working with wool, as well as some info on basic tailoring techniques.
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 Intro
    06:16 Cutting fabric
    06:36 Pattern pieces
    07:35 Tip: Interfacing fabric
    08:40 Sewing main jacket
    09:45 Tip: sewing strong pockets
    11:11 Tip: Pressing seams
    14:30 Tip: Grading seams
    15:15 Sewing the lining
    16:45 Attaching lining to jacket
    18:55 Bagging out jacket
    19:30 Buttons and buttonholes
    20:08 The reveal!
    20:53 Review of pattern
    26:36 Summary of tips
    27:57 Review of fabrics
    29:34 Pattern sizing
    30:22 Wrap-up, thanks for watching!
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    Fabrics Mentioned:
    Wool coating: www.moodfabrics.com/ketil-gol...
    Kasha lining: www.macpheeworkshop.com/colle...
    Pattern: www.tessuti-shop.com/products...
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    Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios.
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  • @MadeByMelm
    @MadeByMelm  Рік тому +1

    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 😊⬇

    • @lindaliang3825
      @lindaliang3825 9 місяців тому

      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?

  • @susanap.tinsay6316
    @susanap.tinsay6316 Місяць тому

    I finished this coat today. Your tutorial was key to my success. Thank you for a very thorough, thoughtful, step-by-step instructional.

  • @KTquiltsandsews
    @KTquiltsandsews Місяць тому

    Well done on that coat Mel...it's gorgeous and looks so professional. xx Karen

  • @loreliemiller628
    @loreliemiller628 10 місяців тому +3

    Beautiful! Fixing those couple things will make you love it even more!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  10 місяців тому

      Yes I agree! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊

  • @annerobinson647
    @annerobinson647 2 місяці тому

    You did a wonderful job🎉

  • @greenquiltsgalore1326
    @greenquiltsgalore1326 Рік тому +2

    Not only did you do a great job on making the coat, the video is well done, too. Personally, I like the colours!!!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, I love the colours too!

  • @eileenharrison7816
    @eileenharrison7816 9 місяців тому +3

    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 😊

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  9 місяців тому

      I'm glad this was helpful for you. Goodluck in finishing your hem, I hope you get a nice finish!

  • @sewingroom8625
    @sewingroom8625 5 місяців тому +1

    U DID A OUTSTANDING COAT MAKING PROJECT, I LOVE IT AND LOVE THE COLOR, BE BLESSED

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  5 місяців тому

      Thank you for such a nice comment, and for watching! 😊

  • @nancybenson1951
    @nancybenson1951 7 місяців тому +1

    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.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  7 місяців тому

      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 😊

  • @andreabritz4572
    @andreabritz4572 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for all the tips. They are so helpful!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      So glad you found this video helpful!

  • @connielorenz8329
    @connielorenz8329 6 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely love your boiled wool color.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  6 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! So glad you like the colour. I love it too!

  • @theresahorne9449
    @theresahorne9449 Рік тому +1

    Awesome Instruction, very detailed and informative!

  • @sharoncrawford6450
    @sharoncrawford6450 Рік тому

    You should be proud of yourself. You did a great job! It’s not easy sewing a coat. Thanks for this video.👗🧵🪡🥰

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you! Yes it was tough but a good learning experience 😊

  • @Stina6814
    @Stina6814 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you soooo much for a great tutorial!!!!!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  5 місяців тому

      So glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching!

  • @cindywinkler4172
    @cindywinkler4172 7 місяців тому +1

    That coat is beautiful ❤

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  7 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! It was a labour of love 😊

  • @happilyeverafter4971
    @happilyeverafter4971 Рік тому +1

    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!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      So glad this video was helpful! It was my first time too, so if I can do it so can you 😊

  • @chrisschey7818
    @chrisschey7818 11 місяців тому +1

    Mel, I so loved this very informative & enjoyable tutorial. Thanks so much!❤

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much, that is so very kind! Thanks for watching and commenting! 😊

  • @molly_sewsmolly_sews8477
    @molly_sewsmolly_sews8477 10 місяців тому +2

    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.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  10 місяців тому

      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! 😊

  • @Comfycozyup
    @Comfycozyup Рік тому

    Great job 👏🏾 love it!

  • @stephaniejeffries2348
    @stephaniejeffries2348 Рік тому +1

    Very nice!❤

  • @marigoldmirror5194
    @marigoldmirror5194 Рік тому

    Beautiful coat!

  • @amaracudney6457
    @amaracudney6457 Рік тому +1

    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!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much, I'm glad you are enjoying the patterns and fabrics! Good luck on your collection ☺️

  • @elizabethwilson5349
    @elizabethwilson5349 Рік тому +1

    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!

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm so glad you are enjoying my channel 😊

  • @theQueen-xb3uo
    @theQueen-xb3uo Рік тому

    NICE Job 🦋😄😄🦋

  • @elsafischer3247
    @elsafischer3247 9 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful I have to see how you did the turn in the sleeve and the whole coat. Thank you

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  8 місяців тому

      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.

  • @darziyaana
    @darziyaana 10 місяців тому +1

    This turned out so great! You made it look so easy but I’m so intimidated by coat making 😖

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  9 місяців тому

      Thanks so much! Honestly, it's just like anything else in sewing, one step at a time! I bet you can do it too 😊

  • @connielorenz8329
    @connielorenz8329 6 місяців тому +1

    Did you find the sizing accurate and I’d you do a toile prior to cutting your precious wool? Great tutorial.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  6 місяців тому +1

      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!

  • @priscillaanthony624
    @priscillaanthony624 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful coat well done, I would like to buy this pattern how do I go about it❤

  • @georgyporgy5539
    @georgyporgy5539 Рік тому

    Great job. I think the hem buckled because the lining length isn’t long enough thus pulling on the coat

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      Thank you! Yes I agree, the length must be a bit off!

  • @rosemaryhannah3467
    @rosemaryhannah3467 Рік тому +2

    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?

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  Рік тому

      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!

  • @nuriaastals6115
    @nuriaastals6115 9 місяців тому +1

    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?

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  9 місяців тому

      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!

  • @lorrainewhiting1267
    @lorrainewhiting1267 9 місяців тому +1

    Fabulous coat you look amazing. May I ask did you use a walking foot.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  9 місяців тому

      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.

  • @sewingroom8625
    @sewingroom8625 5 місяців тому +1

    HOW MANY YARDS WILL I NEED TO MAKE THIS COAT AND THE LINING AND WHAT TYPED THIS WILL BE MY FIRST COAT, THANK YOU.

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  5 місяців тому

      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! 😊

  • @holmesmade
    @holmesmade 8 місяців тому +1

    Lovely coat! What kind of interfacing have you used?

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  8 місяців тому

      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)

  • @glendawheeler5502
    @glendawheeler5502 8 місяців тому +1

    I'm looking at the coat on the rack behind you...what pattern is that?

    • @MadeByMelm
      @MadeByMelm  8 місяців тому

      I thrifted that coat, I didn't make it myself! Sorry to be unhelpful!

    • @glendawheeler1531
      @glendawheeler1531 8 місяців тому

      No worries...keep up the great work on your videos...love them!

  • @Getonmylevelgamingmc
    @Getonmylevelgamingmc Рік тому +1

    FIRST