DIY Coat | Made From Scratch

Follow along as I make a coat for the very first time!
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Materials:
-Outerwear Fabric (I got 4 yards but it really depends on your size and the length of your coat)
-Lining fabric
-Button(s)
-Sewing Machine
-A coat/blazer jacket to trace the pattern (Feel free to use a pattern from the store, or drape a new design)
-Hand Sewing Needle
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[@coolirpa]

My first sewing tutorial of 2019! Hoping to improve and learn even more by challenging myself. Thanks for watching :)

[@sirenadelmar6702]

You just get BETTER & BETTER April!!!!!! 🤩🙌🏻💖🔥😃🧥🧣🧤👗💣💥🙊👏🏻💪🏼😎😉😘

[@quester09]

brava! more please 👏

[@cle0o143]

coolirpa thanks to u also.. have a great year of sewing!

[@chloecarducci4765]

I have been watching your channel grow for some time! The production value, your editing skills and your sewing skills are growing so rapidly! You should be so proud of yourself, keep going and don't look back April!

[@RS-yq1ty]

Its really pretty

[@sialicious916]

That coat looks expensive and you look so gorgeous in it.

[@coolirpa]

Aww thank you!

[@wolfpacgaming5353]

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[@AdirondackRuby]

Totally agree with the intro. Just try it, push yourself a little. You'll never grow if you do the same, easy things. This year I have two big goals. One is to make a tailored, structured wool coat. The other is to make jeans (or pants in general, beyond joggers & leggings). I already have the patterns and some of the test-run fabrics, so I can't wait to go on the journey. What a beautiful letter and immensely generous gift! As impressed as I am by it, I'm even more impressed that they requested to remain anonymous. That's true charity right there. Kindness without the demand for praise. Much respect for them.

[@cinnamongirl3476]

RubyLovesRocket Don’t be afraid of jeans. They are actually easier than you think. If you are going to put pockets on the back, topstitch them first, then attach on bottom and sides. Putting pockets on the back makes them look store bought and not homemade. Good luck.

[@AdirondackRuby]

@@cinnamongirl3476 Topstitching is so intimidating because it's so obvious when it isn't perfect. But that's what practice is all about. Thanks.

[@stargyu]

good luck! i hope it turns put good :)

[@angelgeorge4637]

My goal is to had do sleeves and collar.master the sleeves and the Chinese collar..now is the lapel and collar.so proud of me and seeing her grow with her channel ...excelent

[@karenstimson2683]

You did a great job with your first coat--it's one of the most challenging sewing projects. I have just one suggestion---you might want to sew separate hems on the coat and lining, as with time the two fabrics may stretch more unevenly. Keeping the hem linings separate prevents your coat hem from bunching up or having the lining show from the outside and you can easily re-hem as needed. I love your videos, have been a viewer since your beginning on KZbin, and enjoy seeing how you progress from year to year. The sewing machine gifts you received are well deserved!

[@coolirpa]

Oooo good to know! Thanks for the tip 😁

[@ccpperrett7522]

I made a full length wool coat when I was fifteen. I loved that coat in the Nebraska winter walking to school.❤ I didn't make my own pattern though!😊

[@ruthulrich]

I just finished making my first coat! So glad to see this! I actually was making it for a friend of mine who lives in NYC. Since I was using a beautiful tweed, I worried about the wind blowing through. I lined it with flannel. I serged the tweed to the flannel then made the coat with the lining. It turned out beautifully! Loved seeing your work and process.

[@MariaLopez-hc2nm]

@@ruthulrich well done 😂 I also have made coAts and I Know it's a bit nerve-wracking, especially if you're using expensive material. But once completed you feel So proud..

[@ParachuteRoses]

you should start coming out with patterns I would totally purchase them from you :)

[@lilamontoya5609]

I second that

[@NadiaCBorba]

Yes!!

[@CatinaFerraine]

Totally you should go for it! I can help with the grading and format the pdf and print layouts. PM me and let's make this happen for 2020!

[@Kay-bd1ht]

Same!!!

[@jackieruffoni5750]

Definitely patterns please.

[@xXlaurXx]

I have some tips to improve! I live near NYC, so I need coats like these to get me through winter :). I have professional tailoring and design experience, and when I make coats like these I always use horsehair interfacing in the collar, on the facing, around the cuffs, at the hem and across the upper back of the center back pattern piece. For the lapels and collar, I attach it by pad stitching it in so you get that really nice lapel/collar roll line. It's relaxing and simple to do, and it's really beautiful. Using the horsehair across the back helps reinforce the coat so the back doesn't stretch the wool out. Finally, I always use a very verrrryyyy thin handmade and pad stitched shoulder pad in each shoulder. This is for structure, and also to keep the shoulders from stretching out. Try it out next time!

[@bettymackey379]

Where does a sewing hobbyist buy horsehair interfacing?

[@krannz]

Thabks so much for your comment!! I have a lot of exlerience sewing but not making ciats, I made one a long time ago and couldn't remember where to do interfacing!!! With your comment I know noe and will be sewing a coat soon!!! Thanks again!! Also do you have any suggestikn where to get the horsehair? I live in Utah and we only have Joanns but they don't carry that

[@aschlote2806]

@@bettymackey379 Walmart/Amazon or if you want it for cheap, you can get it from Etsy!

[@annagubinskaya2260]

Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@iseleylaura]

I’ve wanted to make a coat like this, but they’ve always intimidated me haha. Seeing you tackle it and come up with such an elegant result is so inspiring. I hope to make a coat like yours in the future! Thank you for this tutorial☺️ I thought you did a great job of explaining everything

[@coolirpa]

Laura Iseley that’s what I hoped this video would do! Make it less scary for others to try for themselves. Thank you for watching and commenting ❤️

[@TNJSRP]

@@creativecheersoffashionlau7364 * Looked at your site, loved it, and am now a subscriber (of Coolirpa too). Just ordered Pellon pattern making paper, and can't wait to get started. Thank you for commenting, I found you just at the right time. I'm fabric shopping next week to make to spring clothes, mostly pants (I clone them from existing sets), but I want to try making jackets and coats.

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

JadaMP hi Jada. Nice that yoy found me and thanks for subscribing! I have a basic trousers pattern on my channel too, with ajustments so if you need a pattern ( for free of course) for that scroll through my videos! Have fun sewing. I am still in tge winter mood but have already a lot of ideas for spring !

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

JadaMP oh and my video the week after the next will be a cape!! Maybe you like that too!!

[@iseleylaura]

Creative Cheers of Fashion Laura Flohr oh cool! I’ll definitely check your channel out. I’m always looking for more sewing youtubers to follow and learn from. :) thank you for sharing!

[@selamgetu6564]

I decided to sew my own prom dress which I’ve never done before. Here’s hoping it goes well. Your intro is giving me some motivation

[@kishinumaayumi]

Heyy ik its been 3 years but how did it go?

[@katekursive1370]

Creators, don't be ashamed to plug your financial support things! People who are angry about it: "hungry artist" is a harmful myth! Mentally well financially stable artist is much better.

[@marygorecki9057]

Kate Kursive ; agree! Ask one of those people, why did most art endures (beyond the sheer beauty of if)? It endured because someone commissioned it, paid for it, possibly loved it or the subject matter and took care/preserved it. My niece is getting an ‘art degree’ and says all the time that her professors (who are getting paid to teach art, possibly an oxymoron) warn the students NOT TO SELL OUT! This whole notion of starving for your art is nonsense, certainly do what you love but don’t scorn success. Like I told her, the trappings of being the creative type such dressing or looking a certain way, are just window dressing. Remember some the greatest advances of mankind started as a simply creative notion. So. Be you, do you and SEE the value (not just esoteric) of the fruits of your creativity.

[@lisadaley7309]

Mileiq I need to make a jacket for my daughter today because she have one on and I'm trying to hide it from one of my friends that's why I

[@nonohaescobar9721]

I love, love, LOVE your KZbin channel. I have been sewing for over 60 years and I still learn something new every time I watch one of your videos.. I even bought the text book I saw--Patternmaking for Fashion Design. I always thought of thrift store clothing as dated/damaged. Now, after seeing your genius transformations, my grand daughters and I have had a blast repurposing thrift store gold. Thank you!

[@barbaraness4507]

I think it’s so great that someone gave you the three machines! Back when I was still able to work I bought several people sewing machines. One lady was in Walmart sewing section talking to her spouse about sewing things without a machine, and perhaps getting a machine next year. I felt a little awkward admitting that I’d been listening to them, but I ended up offering to give her a practically new sewing machine. I’ve been so impressed to see the increase in people who are sewing these days. I feel we all could benefit from getting back to the basics, and being more self sufficient.

[@reevesevans6855]

I stared hand sewing when I was 5 yrs.old with the help of my mom. From hand sewing to sewing machine at 8 yrs.old. I end sewing when I got a real job after graduation. Because of your videos, you made me to do it again. Sewing my own clothes makes me happy and fulfilling. I appreciate all videos you shared . Looking forward for more videos from you.

[@Lemonflowers]

Girl you are getting sooooo damnnn good!!! I can’t wait till the day that you launch a clothing line

[@lilamontoya5609]

I'd buy it

[@thecurator2626]

She's a phenomenal designer. I agree with you. I hope it's a size inclusive line.

[@sarahlove3733]

I think it looks great and I am happy you put your tiny mistakes in your video instead of editing them out! It makes you even more special and relatable 💖

[@coolirpa]

Yes! We all go through sewing mistakes. It's normal :D but maybe seeing mine will make it easier on others lol!

[@sarahdeason493]

Sarah Love ... So true ... The mistakes make the learning process especially on a tricky item such as this coat, that much more valuable ..

[@donnayeager2703]

I am 66 and love your videos. I love to sew, and grew up making my own clothes. You have inspired me to sew garmets again! That coat is beautiful!

[@rachaelwhitehair8093]

This was so incredibly helpful, thank you! I really appreciate the way you trace where a stitch should go. I purchased an old pattern and was completely lost! Thanks for getting me back on track.

[@aliiljah8224]

You did one beautiful job on the coat. My favorite coat is a camel coat that is 50 years old, still in fantastic condition. When things are made well and taken care of they can last a lifetime, you will never find that in a purchased item unless you want to pay a fortune. You have a lot to look forward to. What I think is fantastic is that you traced a pattern, I have never tried. You are doing something you enjoy which is the best part. You have a lot to look forward to. I live in the Northeast, I love the cold and the snow so I leave wool coats.

[@morgansoelberg3973]

I've been dreaming of stitching up a coat for the past couple of days, and now this tutorial pops up in my feed! I think it's a sign! :)

[@moitrayeechakraborty6471]

Really inspiring... I'm new to sewing. Started last year. So since Feb 18 I'm sewing(my anniversary gift from my husband). Most of the my projects are for our daughter. I also get the cutting ideas from her clothes. Seeing you it's been really,really inspiring. Loved this video. I'll definitely try.

[@rebeccaly]

That is so so so generous that someone gifted you three sewing machines!! To whoever you are, you’re an amazing person 💕

[@Tasha8755]

I agree!! Honestly you’ve come so far and I love seeing what things you make and see with trial and error! Makes me feel more confident and allows me to relate to you even though I’m currently studying fashion design!

[@Ash-xx5zd]

I cant wait to see your confidence grow over time with your new machines. Everything comes with time and just like your benefactor, I too learn from your learning. Its exciting to see that growth as so many people pretend to be experts after an hour of Google researching. ...you know? Maybe in the future you can do a subscriber gift item... like a backpack or something a dream dress. Could you also talk about different sewing machine options? I know we always have the sewing machine and the surger options, but had no idea what makes an industrial machine more special other than its durability. Thank you April. Great video!

[@hweiyilee6559]

A high speed straight stitch machine like this one in the video stitches at 1500-1600 stitches per min, almost double the speed of the average home machine at 750-900 spm. However it only does straight stitch (no zig zag, decorative stitches or buttonholes without special industrial attachments). It is versatile to handle many types of fabric & can withstand heavier usage (longer continuous periods of sewing time vs. home machines meant to operate sporadically). A serger does overlock stitch i.e. the threads wrap around the edge of the fabric to protect against fraying. Sergers started out in industrial use then home versions were developed. When sewing knits it is possible to use sergers to sew construction seams since the seams need the ability to stretch with the fabric.

[@Ash-xx5zd]

@@hweiyilee6559 wow. Thank you!!!! That is so thorough and a really great introduction to the differences. Would be awesome for her to do a sewing machine haul nontheless. Hahaha. I may be just addicted to those types of videos too. ....do u personally have a sewing machine recommendation? Threadless recommended brother, so that's the one I personally have. Just curious since u seem to have more experience with a variety of machines.

[@hweiyilee6559]

@@Ash-xx5zd You're welcome! I would classify machines into a few main categories. Basic beginner machines -- the Brother CS6000i is highly popular as it's light, pretty easy to handle & has speed control and can go as low as $140 on amazon. The interior frame is plastic so it's not very durable or heavy duty though. The Janome 2212 is a mechanical model below $200 which is also popular and viewed to be relatively robust. Singer machines don't have a good reputation for quality or longevity but the Quantum Stylist 9960 offers the features of a mid-priced machine at a budget price (below $300) and it's quite quiet & powerful (I used a friend's). Mid-priced machines may be a worthwhile investment for people who sew regularly, and I'd recommend features like box feed and adjustable presser foot pressure (where you can adjust how hard the presser foot needs to push the fabric down for different types of fabrics in order to have them feed through smoothly). A mechanical model like the Janome HD3000 is around $400, and computerised models with around 100 or less decorative stitches and automated features like needle up / down, auto lock stitching and thread cutting would range around $550-$800. Indicative models are the Juki F300, Brother Innov-is NQ575 (my machine), Pfaff Ambition Essential / Ambition 610, and Baby Lock Presto II. High-end machines offer more "luxury" features such as the ability to automate the presser foot up / down via hands-free means (knee lift and / or auto pivot functions, heel tap on pedal), around 200 or more decorative stitches, multiple lettering fonts, and other gimmicks such as sideways sewing / customising decorative stitches. Indicative models in the $900-$1300 price bracket are: the Juki F400/F600 and Juki DX5/DX7, Brother Innov-is NQ700/900/1300, BabyLock Brilliant / Lyric /Soprano, Janome Memory Craft series, and Janome Skyline series. Above that are the top of line European models such as Bernina 5 & 7 series, Pfaff Expression and Creative. These can run above $2000. I mentioned several popular models at each tier because at an individual level sewists "bond" with different brands so some like to go to the dealer and "test drive" before they buy. Hope this helps!

[@hweiyilee6559]

@@Ash-xx5zd Adding on to talk about sergers, the Brother 1034D and 1034DX are popular with sewists at all levels and almost the cheapest on the market, can go below $200 at times on Amazon. I have a 1034 DX and like it above the 1034D because it has separate screws for changing the 2 needles so that you don't have to loosen both needles when trying to take out just one. However, some people are intimidated by the idea of manually threading the lower and upper loopers, so higher-end sergers in the $1000 range would provide automatic threading using air jets (Juki, Janome and Baby Lock have models at this range). The most popular luxury sergers are the Baby Locks, in particular the Baby Lock Imagine and models above it, because they don't just automate the threading process but also the tension settings on the 4 threads (left needle, right needle, upper looper, lower looper) will all be set automatically when changing to different types of fabric. Otherwise for normal sergers, for each project that you change fabric, you have to tweak the 4 tensions and keep trying sample stitches until you are satisfied, which can take a considerable amount of time.

[@RealJudyi]

I used to be afraid of even putting the bobbin on the sewing machine. So I'm learning small things first.....like learning how to sew a straight line 😂👍 But I'm getting so much better! I started with diy face pads. I can now alter small changes which make my clothes look so much better.

[@sarahdeason493]

Your first coat tutorial turned out really nice. Love this coat !! Your tutorials are the best...The errors are so invaluable to the learning experience...Love learning from you !! Proud of you and what you accomplish..You are a true inspiration !

[@ToktamAlavi]

wow,It was super easy,I was always afraid of making winter coats.I bought 4 different cloths to sew but never tried! after watching this video I will try making one.thank you so much for sharing

[@leslieharold2708]

Kudos to the person who gifted the sewing machines. Truly a generous person! Awesome job making the coat! 🎶 I enjoy your tutorials. 🌷

[@brittanybeauty916]

Wow! Amazing generosity! Wish someone would invest in my sewing 😂 You’re a true talent and deserve every bit of it!

[@pillu2458]

oh! darling April!! this is not all over the place tutorial!! the best way you showed how to do the notch! the easiest possible way!! the way you "try" the new things itself is very satisfactory to watch!! :* :* :*

[@JessieJessieboBessie]

So grateful to see this vid today. I've been working on my first coat, definitely my most technical sewing project so far, and when I went to try it on this morning I realized that I had made a huge (to me) mistake. It's made of a woven houndstooth fabric and for the front and front facing pieces the "teeth" are slanting upwards while the side front and back pieces have downward facing "teeth. I was so devastated that I rolled up the coat and zipped it into a suitcase just to keep myself from throwing it all away right then and there.I know logically that it's not something that most people will even notice and those who do won't care, but it's something that I can't un-see and I was debating not even finishing it. But after watching this, I've decided I'll at least follow through and finish what I started, and maybe I'll even learn to be proud of the mistakes I've made. Thank you April.

[@hweiyilee6559]

The coat looks great, hats off to you for having the courage to try a notched collar and patch pockets! I made my first coat in 2015 and am now contemplating a 2nd one, and am learning from my (many) mistakes. Most importantly, I learned it's worthwhile to invest in a more robust lining fabric as I used polyester lining for dresses and it's shredding up in its 4th season of wear & dry cleaning (which makes the polyester brittle). The lining materials I am looking into for coat #2 are Bemberg (a regenerated natural fibre) or Kasha (flannel backed satin). Also, the commercial pattern I used said to use the lining fabric for the side inseam pockets -- noooo never follow!!! Too flimsy. Third and lastly, I used statement buttons so to prevent them from falling off I sewed backing buttons (small buttons on the exact opposite of the fabric matching the big ones hole to hole) and that kept them nice and secure!

[@lilianaprina5991]

It is a beautiful coat. This type of lining with a flower design is adorable. I am going crazy with a velvelt blazer at the moment. I have dived into something I was not ready to do. The challenge is greater. If I make mistakes, it is so hard to undue on velvet material. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@maddyadams8269]

i don't know a thing about sewing, but i love watching your videos. You're super talented and dedicated to your passion that i cannot see why you shouldn't be successful.

[@bohemiansusan2897]

Watching brought back fond memories of sewing my first coat while in college. Seems like the other day though it was over 35 years ago.

[@deniset1742]

Nice job! A technique my dad used: after sewing the front to back shoulders and before closing the side seams (front to back as well as the sleeve). ease in the sleeves into the garment. Then sew one seam from the wrist to the bottom of the garment closing the sleeve and attaching the front to the back. This makes easing the sleeve simple!!

[@melftheelf]

That coat looks amazing, like I would see it in a magazine. I love how you’re so honest about your learning process and not afraid to make mistakes. We can all learn from that.

[@thecurator2626]

This coat looks great on you. Thank you for sharing your process. I'm diving in on sewing plus size garments for myself. I'm already learning from my mistakes as I sew along. Your channel is such an inspiration.

[@emilyhancock9618]

What an amazing first coat. There are only 3 things I think I can say to help you for a future project. 1. Pleat the lining - at the center back and hem to create a little extra space in the lining so it doesn't pull when you sit, reach, or bend. 2. When sewing the outer coat and lining together do it all at once! Breaking it up gives you time to explain it but if you sew starting at one CF hem up over the collar and down to the other CF hem, it'll be a life saver. You can still do all your under stitching. 3. Lastly and probably the most important - clip your corners before turning it out - it'll create less bulk and a better point. I've sewn so many coats and I am still learning - I'm about to start a new one for myself (finally getting around to it) and will be using all old school tailoring techniques. Wish me luck!

[@coolirpa]

Emily Hancock great tips! Thank you!!

[@n8sfolly]

This is the first "make a coat" walkthrough I have watched. My first step along an ill advised journey to make a coat for myself from a second hand pure cashmere jacket that could fit 2 of me into it. I think I might even make a video of my own documenting the misadventure. That will likely be a whole misadventure in itself! Thanks for the inspiration, you made the project look a lot more approachable than it will likely turn out being.

[@kefirheals7383]

Whaaaaat??? A viewer sent you (3) machines? How cool is that. Those industrial machines can cost a pretty penny. How fortunate you are to be the recipient of such lovely gifts. You are so talented. I'm a home sewer and also do upholstery as a hobby - and I've learned so much from watching your videos. The most important thing I've learned is to believe in yourself, believe in your own abilities, and take on new things. Each time I do, I become more confident, learn and improve from my mistakes. It's such a rewarding feeling to see a finished project. This year I've decided to invest in a body form for myself. I've wanted one forever, and finally decided "why not". Life is so short, and I know it will help me a great deal when I'm making a pattern from a ready-wear garment, that I can drape on the form and tweak it to my liking. I'm so glad you decided to launch your KZbin channel. It's just what I needed, right when I needed it. XOXO

[@Blue82520]

OH MY GOODNESS!!! TYSM!! I've been making a winter coat for my mom ( for a week ) and I was just so confused!!! I attached my lapels and stuff, but got confused when putting the lining on XD TYSM!!! You are a true lifesaver XD Have a good day!

[@vanessas2454]

Looks great! Beautiful fabrics, both outer shell and lining. I had an old woolen coat (inherited from a relative) that looked very dated but was of wonderful material. I wanted to turn it into something more current-looking, so I de-constructed most of it (opened the lining to look "behind the scenes", took out shoulder pads, deflated poufy sleeves, streamlined the silhouette etc). There was nothing to fear, it was just an old item after all that I had no use for in its original form, so if it had gone wrong, no problem, nothing lost. But I managed fairly well to do what I had envisaged (so I can actually wear it), and most of all, I learned so much from that experiment, so I felt confident making something like that from scratch myself. To experiment with an older, existing (or thrifted) piece can be helpful before trying something with newly bought material.

[@megantron98]

It's got to feel so awesome when people ask you where you got it from and you say I made it. ♡

[@claireriarah9986]

Hello am from Kenya and few years ago i watched your vlog then stopped due to not having means on getting the equipments that i need to learn but now am so ready to be watching more videos from you and also learn. as what your unknown subscriber who gifted you with the machines there right its hard to start or think to start but its worth the charge. thank you for the ideas and challenging me as well am so looking forward to learn

[@shmwmlam3953]

Gread work. Love the outcome. I like to give you some small tips. you need to fuse bottom collar with soft fusing material. Also snip corners of collar and bottom of center front where it turned inside so that you have sharp corners with out puckering. Also trim away seam allowance till about 3-4mm where collar and lapel meet and sip through reamning seam allwance to stitch line. It also give a nice "v" without puckering you had. Happy sewing... 😊😊😊

[@ezierarehimu]

Hey april!, yes details of a garment (like pockets) must always start from the begining first and then you do the collar and so on. Thats what my lecturer said. So happy for you that you managed to pull it off!💯

[@MazzyMadness]

This has got to be the most professional looking garment you’ve ever shared with us. Well done!!

[@wendybazin8340]

Great job, I like how transparent you are about difficulties you encountered !

[@swaggbeatsb3696]

Awesome tutorial. I did get a little lost on it but loved the confidence and perseverance. I'm learning myself watching videos and hopefully one day be known as a big brand as well and dedicate my skills and craft to all the KZbin subscribers I subscribed and learned from. Keep up your craft and hard work.

[@powerpuff4ever]

I teared up a lot at the subscriber gift. You have so much support in this community and that makes me so happy

[@GALAXIE262]

Great job! And how amazing that you subscriber sent you 3 machines and a beautiful letter! You never truly KNOW how many people you reach in such a positive way!

[@SammiieSkye]

I'm the same way when starting a new project, little research, past experience, and learning as I go. kinda sucks tho because I never go back and make it better next time. I should change that this year

[@rebeccabayaird8764]

That coat is stunning. You did such a good job. My sewing skills lean more to making quilts and “fixing” what is torn or ripped. But you are beyond talented.

[@oksanagorbachik9332]

This is brilliant !!! Your skills are magnificent!! I am a self taught sewer and I know how difficult it is to make a clothing item from scratch!! This came out amazing!!!

[@robinjohnson9915]

What a lovely gift! Great job on the coat! I'm encouraged to sew more due to watching your videos. Thank you!

[@CK9mum]

Oh April! I'm so glad for this video. I bought a wool coat at a thrift store a couple of years ago. It's a little big so I'll take it in. But the reason it's still hanging in the "to be thrift flipped" area of my sewing room is the collar\lapel. It's a very dated shape and I want to update it but it's scaring me! I've looked for a video to help me understand what I need to do before ripping the coat apart but I couldn't find anything helpful. Your video shows exactly what I need to know. Plus I love what you said about taking on a project that is scary. I am definitely going to tackle this coat. Thanks for your video and your inspiration. Your coat is beautiful! And I love all of your videos!

[@nomuhlemabuto727]

I'm glad I stumbled on your channel,that's exactly how I do my patterns...tracing...,and I'm about to make my first coat ..thanks Girl and wow....3 brother machines...long for just one machine right now.

[@lisastgeorge428]

I love the coat and appreciate your sharing of the challenges you encountered. I am trying to improve my sewing. It is great to know how you overcame the sticky points!

[@jojojocelyn9]

wow, amazing April!! I can't believe you made it from scratch! I made myself a lined coat from a sewing pattern and it is probably one of the most challenging projects I've tackled to date. I would agree with your thoughts on sewing the pockets on the front fabric first to make it easier. There is a jacket lining technique called bagging, if you hadn't heard of the technique before. It was interesting to learn about sewing a notched collar too. Thanks for the video!

[@donnalynllim5335]

We are making the same thing Ms. April 😍 thrifting/altering or even make from scratch 😊 but with mine, i usually make it without using sewing machine only hand stitch coz i don't sewing machine yet. You are an inspiration 😊

[@Fancylooks]

My congratulations on your amazing work

[@myredajohnson8592]

Impressive! You are a fearless creator. This video will be of great value to anyone sewing a coat or jacket for the first time. Well done.

[@anabrr1123]

Yay!! I was waiting for this! Gonna make one for my upcoming Europe trip! Thank you!!!😍 you're almost to your 300th video!!

[@coolirpa]

Please tag me in pics if you do make it! :D

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

I made such a coat on my channel too a few weeeks ago Maybe you like to check it out for more clearliness ? I have 30 years experience and make tutorials avery week with FREE pattern to your own sizzing because I also teach you to make the pattern !

[@valeriehope7955]

I have been asking to make a fall/spring coat with melton and beaded, I am excited to start and your video gives me the courage as I haven't not ever made one before. My mom use to make us parkas. I'm so excited. Thanks for the video.

[@dinahewing2717]

That was so sweet for that person to send you those gifts. How awesome is that?! 💜💜💃💃😊😊Wow!!! You are very talented.

[@xxo8888]

Wow, this seems so hard! Great job, and kudos to the sweet person who sent the sewing machines.

[@helentejada7660]

Wow you did that! Looks amazing! On the pockets I recommend like a basting glue. I find it super helpful as it sets them in place, temporarily, and you just have to worry about getting them sewn in.

[@SuperDuckboy]

btw sometimes in a long coat, they leave the bottom of the lining open and just hem the coat and the lining I believe they do it because wool tends to stretch in time due to gravity and the lining doesn't and when it attaches after the wool is stretched the lining make it bunch at the ends anyway really nice sewing and a lovely coat!

[@SewingwithSessi]

You did a great job... Good to know I'm not the only person tackling sewing projects that intimidate me... We can do this April🤗

[@maribeld84]

I found pockets very complicated too! I made a Little Red Riding Hood cape, the outside was a sort of crushed velvety fabric, and the lining inside was more of a satin. I made two pockets that hid inside the two layers, and lining up the seems to sew them into the cape was really confusing, because like you, it was a last step. My pockets were a detail that occurred to me late in the game, when I was nearly done.

[@jjp5259]

3 sewing machines gift! WOW!! You deserve it!!

[@danahunt9995]

I love how it came together. I am a beginner and enjoyed the tutorial. This inspired me to keep trying. Keep up the videos, good job.

[@CorioSnowww2024]

OMG YOU ARE MY SAVIOR! 😭 IM PLANNING TO DO A COAT FOR MY MIDTERM PROJECT AND I HAVE 0 KNOWLEDGE SO THIS IS A REALLY HELPFUL DIY! 💗

[@gatubelo38]

Good work! This is always challenging. I learned another alternative. It does take practice. I personally think is better to attach the collar as a sewn piece in the neckline, this way you can have a better time with the lapel. But is best to put the lining easier separately for alterations and also for you to do the inside out effect. only leaving a very small opening on the sleeve seam. So this way there’s not much hand sewing for your hems. Bcs if you make the length of the hem in the lining shorter it will automatically pull up the self fabric and you just need to press and tack a little.

[@amikrenzel5788]

Wow a coat with no pattern......that is impressive! I have made my share of coats but always used a comercial pattern. One thing that I remember is that lining had a vent or pleat so there was a bit of wearing ease that it had. This is hard to explain but it is along the back seam. Your coat is beautiful!

[@coolirpa]

Ami Krenzel I actually created a pleat at the neck! Forgot to mention! Did not know it made a difference. Thanks for sharing

[@hweiyilee6559]

While flying EVA Air recently, I noticed that the flight attendants' uniforms (a pencil skirt suit) had kick pleats with a fold of fabric inside, so that the pleat wouldn't show more leg when, erm, kicked open. Thought it was really ingenious & speaking of pleats, wanted to note this for sharing & posterity =)

[@creativecheersoffashionlau7364]

I made such a coat on my channel too a few weeeks ago Maybe you like to check it out for more clearliness ? I have 30 years experience and make tutorials avery week with FREE pattern to your own sizzing because I also teach you to make the pattern !

[@petrova.23]

Hi. Ms April. Ur so lucky to have viewers giving u sewing machine .. that's because ur so talented and... Hw I wish sum1 will give me sewing machine too coz I only hand stitching all the clothes transformation I make .. but thanks to you..ur my idol and inspiration. Godbless

[@deborahnelson4608]

This coat video is perfect timing. I have a coat that I am going to remake so your tips are very useful for me. I have to admit, I have been a little bit intimidated about this process so a big THANK YOU!

[@ayeshasiddiqua3949]

I love stitching. Watching you for the first time. Awesome

[@lizruhberg922]

Your coat is beautiful! What a wonderful Christmas gift from your subscriber. I found you while I searched for videos on how to make coats. I am terrified to start on a wool jacket I will make tomorrow. I live in Minnesota and plan to wear the wool coat I make at work. It’s cold EVERYWHERE. Thank you for your great advice. I will watch your video again and again. Thank you!

[@barbaraness4507]

I’d like to say once more that your tutorial was very helpful, and much clearer than their instructions.

[@alexciufo]

If I knew how to sew, I would 100% make a coat just like this! I've been searching for one just like yours.

[@lilykiss1145]

Thank you, now I get how lining is stitched in a coat ! Nice coat too ! I wouldn't put this color on myself, because people would think that I'm either very sick or very dead, but I love the shape :)

[@brunaotaku]

Whoa your talent bringing good things, congratulations ♥ Omg you made the collar in the most difficult way. My first coat didn't had even a collar (neither a lining), my second one I sew the collar over the front, my third one when I learned how to do isn't even finished. Really, the collar is the worst part. I think I hate it. Yeah, pockets are sew first, the bottom hem in this case have a different pattern, the sleeves too... but this is sewing! You learn doing. Learn by mistakes /watching youtube videos/ and I made and still make a lot of them. The most important thing is not to be afraid to try and make your own way to get in there. And you show it through your videos, you learn while teaches, you show the real hard/confusing process and not only the perfect result. I love it ♥

[@BlessingEttoA]

Hi April, this is absolutely beautiful. You did a good job for a first time and I'm sure the next coat will be awesome. The first time I made a jacket from scratch was also a task. Thank you for sharing.

[@karlav5037]

Wow I love it! I wish I have your skills! But I've been so inspired by your tutorials that I started refashioning my old clothes and improving my sewing skills! Greetings from Virginia!

[@slbarbieri1725]

Looks awesome! Could use thin shoulder pads (just to keep shoulder line crisp, kwim) and a kick pleat, but that could be for the next coat you make. Congratulations on the gift of machines!

[@Deniera]

Wow, that coat looks beautiful! It's always so encouraging to see your projects, watch your progress and struggles because you'd never guess just looking at the finished products! You actually encouraged me to do to a sewing project last summer. It was just a bunch of packing cubes, but I hadn't touched a sewing machine for more than ten years at that point and you gave me the confidence to think "I'l just try. I think I can do it." and they turned out great

[@dyanimoriah]

Absolutely wonderful! Such a beautiful coat! I’m just starting my sewing journey. As in I just bought my first pattern and fabric! Seeing this makes me so inspired! Thank you April!

[@coolirpa]

No problem! Thanks for watching :D

[@EphanyasisOwleyes]

I think you did a beautiful job on this coat. I have been Crocheting for people and am now crocheting myself a long sweater that's striped the sides will be a solid color now that's something to take up.

[@judychapman1868]

April, great job, both with the step by step explanation and with the final piece!!! Thank you for sharing!!!! Judy

[@hannachan3075]

Just a tip for next time, leave an opening in the lining to access anything you need later on for alterations. You just need to stitch the hole up with a long straight stitch. Having it a long stitch makes it easier to unpick when you need to.

[@zoeanderson3643]

I’ve never touched a sewing machine but every time I watch your videos (which I have been for years) I always want to buy a sewing machine and try! Any tips you have for beginners/ people who have no idea what they’re doing [me]

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Pockets are much easier as a first step before attaching the front to any other pieces. Nice job. Beautiful coat.

[@smsoomehzatar7374]

This is the first time I understand how coats are made Thanks

[@Cestyoo]

Wow congrats, that's truly amazing. Complicated, yes, but also inspiring. For me it's very hard to find clothes that really fits me. I'm a 6'2" woman, so you can imagine how difficult it is. I frequently buy clothes from men's section, but you might see, the lining and adjustment is not the same to women and men's body, so, it's turns out very frustrating to dress up. As the fashion world doesn't contemplate me, I'm more and more interested in sawing, and in the future make own clothes, and your video gave me great motivation. Thank you and keep going. And don't be ashamed to do your sponsorships. You do a good job and must be rewarded for it.

[@TheSerialHobbyistGirl]

I'm impressed that you managed to put this together just winging it and without a pattern! Just a tip, coats need to be interfaced (most garments do, not just coats). The interfacing needs to go AT least on the facings, the collar, and the shoulder and armholes. This prevents the fabric from stretching due to its own weight and it adds some structure. That is the minimum interfacing a coat needs.

[@azizicuddles9091]

holy crap noooo. i tried a slit style pocket for a sherpa corduroy jacket i was making AND LET ME TELL YOU. it is the hardest thing ever. HAHA i didnt use any tutorials or anything i just kinda looked at one of my denim jackets and attempted. it came out nicely but GURRRLLLLL SO HARD. ur jackets is fabulous by the way. i have the same color kind of coat, but the collar is a tad wonky so im going to make it like yours. i've been obsessed with your channel for a while now. thanks for being such an inspiration.

[@mscatzord]

Congrats! Nothing like just going for it... suggestion for next coat: interfacing.

[@kittenatplay371]

Good things happen to good people 😄 I'm amazed by your skills!

[@anamunoz6915]

I loved the jacket sooo much. Also, you've always been very good but in this video i can tell that you've gotten super good, in everything. I have been watching you for the past 4 years ( i was a freshman in college starting Fashion Design) and while watching this video i realized that even though making a jacket can be a hard i understood you so well and it made me very happy. I'm a senior now and i just started working on my senior fashion collection to graduate. Your videos have helped me learn so much. Thank You!

[@chelebelle2223]

You did Excellent for your first coat, girl....TOTALLY DRAFTED ON YOUR OWN, WITHOUT A PRE-PRINTED PATTERN! 😃😃😃