The Sorbet Military Duffel

When I went a-hunting for a new coat for me, I was really struck by the preponderence of military-inspired numbers. Alas, I couldn't find one that suited me (Trinny and Susannah say no to double breasted) but when something doesn't look good on me, what do I do? Make one for Maia, of course.

This is an autumn weight coat with turquoise twill on the one side, a six button faux placket, zipper, empire bodice, and panelled coat body.

I've been working on it for the last couple of days and finally managed to finish it off just at bedtime. All the extra features took a lot more time than I'm used to! Topstitching anyone?

Although the turquoise side is my favourite, as you can imagine the pink side is hers. It's velveteen and a PITA to sew.

Same reverse button treatment to match the peeking hood, and the cuffs...

And introducing.... my first inseam pockets!

I'd never sewn them, let alone draft them so the pink side has a different style (kidney bean shaped) than the turquoise side (rectangular).

Rectangular FTW

Sooooooo.........


Anyone else?

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