Making Jackets from Doublecloth

hollyt | Posted in Feedback on Threads on December 29, 2008 01:55am

I’d like to see an article on sewing with doublecloth. I see very attractive jackets in the stores, costing $300-1000. I’d like to make one, and would like suggestions on best construction techniques. I’d also welcome helps on modifying published patterns for use with doublecloth.

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rodezzy2 | Dec 29, 2008 03:58am | #1
What is double cloth.

hollyt | Dec 29, 2008 05:07am | #2
Double cloth is reversible fabric, most often wool, that is like 2 pieces of fabric attached together with thread, back to back. Sometimes the 2 fabrics are different colors.

rodezzy2 | Jan 04, 2009 03:17am | #6
Oh, O.K. I bought some of that in fleece. The red and black coat I made is a double fleece.

nikkisewz | Dec 29, 2008 07:52pm | #3
Great suggestion, Holly.

Thanks so much
zuwena | Dec 30, 2008 09:53am | #4
There was an article in Threads a while back by Judith Neukam (not sure of spelling) on designer Ralph Rucci's technique of sewing double cloth. Try the Threads index for Ralph Rucci or "double cloth sewing technique". Z

hollyt | Dec 30, 2008 07:01pm | #5
I saw that article and saw it online, but I would like to see an article that covers all aspects and deals with possible problems (like choosing/adapting a pattern, finishing edges, etc). The jackets in the stores look great, and I would like my project to be successful too. The fabric is fairly expensive, so a good result is important.