I’d like to make a winter dress coat. I purchased a coat-weight wool tweed but I can’t find a good quality lining or insulation. [It gets fairly cold where I live] I tried some websites that specialize in sewing for outdoors. They seem to have a lot of sports related items like Thinsulate which should not be dry cleaned. – My wool is dry clean only. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Sheila440
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Sheila440, I think for insulation, Thinsulate is your best bet. Check http://www.therainshed.com for insulation choices. They give a thorough care & use description & do say that it can be drycleaned. (I have used it in a wool coat myself - I hate the cold - and have had it cleaned several times). For lining, I have purchased a flannel-backed satin from my local store, but I don't know where to find it online.
Karin
Wow! the Rain Shed is a fascinating site. Lots of unusual items. Thanks
Sheila
Sheila440
When you make your coat, don't forget to put in a wind stop. Most fabric stores should carry it.
Now you ask 'what is a wind stop?' First at the moment, I cannot think of the proper term, but.........it is simply a leather interliner put between the fashion fabric and the lining, usually only in the back of a coat. If you are really concerned about cold and wind be sure to buy enough to cover down to your hips and perhaps use it in the front pieces too, just use a shorter section on the front, perhaps just shaping it above the bust.
The technique works wonders and most quality winter coats still have them
Good luck!
L
Flannel backed satin lining is called Kasha. Linda McPhee carries it, google her for ordering if you can't find it.
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