VIDEO: Sew the Swing Coat
Learn to sew this month's project, the Swing Coat! I take you through all the major steps of constructing the coat, so make sure to watch this video especially if this is your first outerwear project. (And even if it's not, I definitely recommend watching to see how things like the lined cuffed sleeves come together!) I also go over darts, facings, inserting the lining, and hemming. If you'd like to make a bound buttonhole, refer to the instructions and to my Cropped Jacket video on Youtube.
Don't forget to download the pattern and written instructions ($7 tier and above).
I hope you love sewing this coat! Don't forget to use the hashtag #swingcoat when sharing your finished projects.
xoxo,
Gertie
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Sew the Swing Coat (Gertie's World, December Patreon) (YouTube)
Comments (55)
Is the front facing piece supposed to match the bottom of the front piece of the coat? After I sewed the facing on the jacket the front facing bottom edge is 3.5 inches shorter than the jacket on one size and 3” off on the other side,
I've only just had a go at making this, and the result turned out beautiful. Im making another and want to try a bound buttonhole. Im not sure if im being a bit stupid, but I can see how its done on the front jacket piece, but not how it's done on the interfacing otherwise, I won't be able to put my button through. How do I do this?
watch Gertie's video on youtube where she is making the "princess jacket" she shows how its done
not necessarily related to this coat in particular... but what type and size of shears is Gertie using for the seam allowance grading? I have thread snippers and giant dressmaking shears, and these look like a tool I need!
I had troubling visualizing the sleeve lining attachment but the video made it look as easy as it really is. I am working on the full length version in a black and gray herringbone to match a Stanwyck pencil skirt in the same fabric, to make a suit out of it.
Where can I find the pattern I’m on the $10 tier
I'm working on my first swing coat and I am so happy I did the sleeve right on my first try!
I'm just making my first Swing Coat in some prized vintage fabric that I bought to make a roll up blind but didn't have enough. It's very psychedelic but what the heck.
Brand new to Patreon and Gertie's tutorials. Where do I find the links for fabric that she was mentioning?
In the instructions document :)
Thank you for demonstrating ripping out and resewing a little bit of the seam. I am never sure if it’s okay to do a small section but it seems like, from watching you, that it’s fine to go ahead and just fix a small area without ripping the whole thing out and starting over.
Can't wait to make this in herringbone pattern. Mine is getting threadbare
I've just completed the Peter Pan Bolero and find the sleeves are two inches too short. (Tall girl problems!) Should I assume I need to lengthen the Swing Coat sleeves the same amount to preserve those amazing cuffs?
I think this will be my first real coat! I've ordered some lovely deadstock wool that will be arriving soon, and am about to place an order for some lining and buttons. I know you say in the video that we could add more buttons, but I'd love a little more detail about that - would having the coat fully, or mostly, buttoned down work okay with the shape? The swing silhouette is fabulous but if I'm being honest with myself I don't think I'd find an open coat very practical for winter and I also tend to get annoyed with the wind catching my clothing too much. I probably will just go ahead and add more buttons and hope for the best... but if anyone has specific advice on that, I'd appreciate it! :)
I made it with six buttons. It still looks beautiful, it just doesn't swing open like Gertie's when it's buttoned up 😊
I've not been able to find lambswool or thinsulate interlining here in the UK. Does anyone know whether this Vilene 266 wool blend would be a good substitute? https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/881147275/vilene-266-wool-blend-mix-vlieseline?ref=cart
I'm confused about the pleat in the lining back. Are you folding the fabric and sewing or just sewing a line?
Since the lining has a center back seam, she's just sewing a line. That gives you the look of a pleat without folding. You'll see the placement for the seam marked on the pattern. :)
How do you print the pattern? Does it have to be a special printer to get big pattern?
There are two ways to print the pattern. If you use the "Titled" format you can print it on your home printer and assemble the pattern yourself. If you want the pattern printed on one large piece of paper you'll need a large format printing service. I can recommend Pdfplotting.com if you're in the US. You'll need to upload the "A0" format to their site. They print out the pattern and mail it to you.
I joined the patreon just now for this pattern! It's so beautiful, well done Gertie. I look forward to many more informative posts and am really glad I bit the bullet and started supporting you.
Beautiful coats! Is there a mailing address where we can send you a card?
How can I purchase swing coat pattern?
You already have access to it since you're a member. The files are in the post below this one. :)
Where did you find the plaid, or what search terms would you use to locate similar? Love this pattersn so much! Thanks.
The link to the UK store where Gertie got the plaid is in the direction PDF. I'm not sure if they have this colorway in stock, but it's a Harris Tweed.
Amazing , so happy with that pattern ! Thank you Gertie ! just wonderin ifthe short version could be made with another collar ?
The collar is more of a built up neckline. So if you want to swap in another collar you'll need to cut down the neckline to a standard crew neck. Then you can either draft a new collar or use an existing one. Just make sure the seam lengths match if you're swapping in a collar from another pattern.
Do the edges of the fabrics need to be serged? Going to be making!!!!! Love!
If you're lining the coat you don't have to serge the seam edges. (Unless your self fabric ravels easily) Sometimes I'll still serge the inside just because I like the aesthetic of it, but that's just a personal preference.
Can’t wait to make this!
Absolutely gorgeous!!!
You are amazing!!! thank you!!
Thank you so much, Gertie!
How wonderful xxx
You must have been reading my mind!!! I'm so exited for this pattern!! Thank you both! 💕
Amazing!!! Can't decide if I'm making the long one or the short one! Or maybe both? :D
any chance of you doing a skill building video on how to match plaids?! This is so stinkin' cute!
I saw a tip to match notches. That was a game changer for me.
I am wondering if there's a way I can add some faux fur into this for extra warmth? Hmmmm... Maybe as a lining?
Now I'm thinking how fluffy and warm a faux fur lining would be. :)
Better than I dreamed I have to have several
I live in a desert and rarely need a coat- but I'm definitely making this- it'll be the only coat I'll need! 🥰
Absolutely gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!! A whole coat on Patreon!!!! Amazing value. Thank you 😊
I love a swing coat and this pattern is beautiful! 🥰💖💕
thank you Gertie! 💖
I've been needing a nice winter coat and along comes Gertie with the perfect pattern! I have some boiled wool I was going to use for another pattern but this one is far superior. Thank you Gertie, I can't wait to get started. I love it! Update! I looked at the boiled wool I have and there isn't enough for the full length coat so I will make a jacket with it which will be nice and warm. I've bought more fabric for my full length coat! It isn't wool but a polyester viscose blend in a Black Watch tartan with a pink lining. I have a very limited budget. It will be a light coat but I could make a thicker one later. I'm off to one of my sons on Christmas day (No cooking!) but will then be able to make start. Can't wait!
Your stripe matching is perfection as always! Thank you for the lovely pattern and video!
Amazing! Love it!
Gorgeous! Is it suitable for diagonals?
I think it could be a contender for diagonals since the pieces are fairly simple and the front and back are on the straight grain, but as with any print, I would do a test layout before committing!
I LOVE it!!!
This is so exciting!!!! I've been wanting a swing coat FOREVER 😁
I can’t wait to see the styling on this by Gertie and Melisha!!
oh my goodness! how exciting!!