Mireille's coat

comments (3) February 15th, 2009 in sewing, garment construction, fitting, reader's closet

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marinowel marinowel, member
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1st project completed this year.Quite a demanding one as far as fit is concerned.I was happy of result when finished but now when I am considering the picture I am not too sure about the bust and the underarm zone.


Pattern or design used: BURDA 7731
posted in: sewing, garment construction, fitting, reader's closet, coat lady winter 2008/2009

Comments (3)

Llanelli Llanelli writes: Looking at the picture here,it does seem a little large in the shoulders& across the bust line.Make a note next time you wish to make this pattern.I agree it may be what the wearer has on. if its a thin blouse, then it would look larger.Otherwise good job!
Posted: 2:38 pm on February 20th

marinowel marinowel writes: brulecu thanks for your tip you may be right
Posted: 11:27 am on February 19th

brulecu brulecu writes: How a coat fits depends a great deal of what is worn under the coat.Will it be worn over a suit or over heavy sweaters?It seems to me the wearer has only a sweatshirt on under the coat.Look at the coat again when the wearer has the right garments on.You will notice quiet a difference.Take a picture then and compare.You properly only have to do some minor alterations.good luck
Posted: 12:16 pm on February 18th

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