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
9 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
I finished this coat today. Your tutorial was key to my success. Thank you for a very thorough, thoughtful, step-by-step instructional.
@MadeByMelm
7 күн бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting! I'm so glad it was helpful for you! 😊
@KTquiltsandsews
2 ай бұрын
Well done on that coat Mel...it's gorgeous and looks so professional. xx Karen
@MadeByMelm
7 күн бұрын
Thank you! It was definitely a labour of love!
@gracenicholls915
11 күн бұрын
Thanks Mel, I loved the video and have ordered the pattern and lining as I have the wool mix fabric already to go. Really helpful hints and as I have made a Chanel style jacket prior to this which hand sews the lining in at the sleeves and hem, think that will be a better way to do it as you mentioned bagging out left you not liking the hem finish - which I agree with. I will however, be watching this again as I sew and I loved your coat finish. Thanks.
@MadeByMelm
7 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you liked it! I definitely think hand-sewing the lining is a good way to go! Goodluck on your coat! :)
@greenquiltsgalore1326
Жыл бұрын
Not only did you do a great job on making the coat, the video is well done, too. Personally, I like the colours!!!
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I love the colours too!
@loreliemiller628
11 ай бұрын
Beautiful! Fixing those couple things will make you love it even more!
@MadeByMelm
11 ай бұрын
Yes I agree! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊
@nancybenson1951
8 ай бұрын
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
8 ай бұрын
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 😊
@sewingroom8625
6 ай бұрын
U DID A OUTSTANDING COAT MAKING PROJECT, I LOVE IT AND LOVE THE COLOR, BE BLESSED
@MadeByMelm
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for such a nice comment, and for watching! 😊
@eileenharrison7816
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
I'm glad this was helpful for you. Goodluck in finishing your hem, I hope you get a nice finish!
@sharoncrawford6450
Жыл бұрын
You should be proud of yourself. You did a great job! It’s not easy sewing a coat. Thanks for this video.👗🧵🪡🥰
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes it was tough but a good learning experience 😊
@connielorenz8329
7 ай бұрын
Absolutely love your boiled wool color.
@MadeByMelm
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! So glad you like the colour. I love it too!
@andreabritz4572
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the tips. They are so helpful!
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
So glad you found this video helpful!
@elizabethwilson5349
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm so glad you are enjoying my channel 😊
@chrisschey7818
Жыл бұрын
Mel, I so loved this very informative & enjoyable tutorial. Thanks so much!❤
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, that is so very kind! Thanks for watching and commenting! 😊
@theresahorne9449
Жыл бұрын
Awesome Instruction, very detailed and informative!
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 💖
@amaracudney6457
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I'm glad you are enjoying the patterns and fabrics! Good luck on your collection ☺️
@cindywinkler4172
7 ай бұрын
That coat is beautiful ❤
@MadeByMelm
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! It was a labour of love 😊
@happilyeverafter4971
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
So glad this video was helpful! It was my first time too, so if I can do it so can you 😊
@molly_sewsmolly_sews8477
11 ай бұрын
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
11 ай бұрын
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! 😊
@Stina6814
5 ай бұрын
Thank you soooo much for a great tutorial!!!!!
@MadeByMelm
5 ай бұрын
So glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@annerobinson647
3 ай бұрын
You did a wonderful job🎉
@MadeByMelm
7 күн бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@stephaniejeffries2348
Жыл бұрын
Very nice!❤
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@elsafischer3247
9 ай бұрын
Beautiful I have to see how you did the turn in the sleeve and the whole coat. Thank you
@MadeByMelm
9 ай бұрын
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.
@marigoldmirror5194
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful coat!
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@Comfycozyup
Жыл бұрын
Great job 👏🏾 love it!
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@darziyaana
10 ай бұрын
This turned out so great! You made it look so easy but I’m so intimidated by coat making 😖
@MadeByMelm
10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Honestly, it's just like anything else in sewing, one step at a time! I bet you can do it too 😊
@georgyporgy5539
Жыл бұрын
Great job. I think the hem buckled because the lining length isn’t long enough thus pulling on the coat
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes I agree, the length must be a bit off!
@theQueen-xb3uo
Жыл бұрын
NICE Job 🦋😄😄🦋
@MadeByMelm
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@connielorenz8329
7 ай бұрын
Did you find the sizing accurate and I’d you do a toile prior to cutting your precious wool? Great tutorial.
@MadeByMelm
7 ай бұрын
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
2 ай бұрын
Beautiful coat well done, I would like to buy this pattern how do I go about it❤
@MadeByMelm
7 күн бұрын
So glad you liked it! I have it linked in the description of the video :)
@priscillaanthony624
5 күн бұрын
Thank you💕
@rosemaryhannah3467
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
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!
@sewingroom8625
6 ай бұрын
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
6 ай бұрын
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! 😊
@nuriaastals6115
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
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
10 ай бұрын
Fabulous coat you look amazing. May I ask did you use a walking foot.
@MadeByMelm
10 ай бұрын
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.
@holmesmade
9 ай бұрын
Lovely coat! What kind of interfacing have you used?
@MadeByMelm
9 ай бұрын
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
9 ай бұрын
I'm looking at the coat on the rack behind you...what pattern is that?
@MadeByMelm
9 ай бұрын
I thrifted that coat, I didn't make it myself! Sorry to be unhelpful!
@glendawheeler1531
9 ай бұрын
No worries...keep up the great work on your videos...love them!
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