How I Sewed my Cropped Coco Style Jacket

[@amyholman354]

Thank you, so much. I ran aground in an otherwise easy pattern because I couldn't understand the flips in lining attachment, I needed to see it. And in your soothing, helpful video, it all made sense. What a beautiful brocade fabric you chose, and bright lining.

[@gerrieduran1077]

Beautifully constructed! Gorgeous jacket! I’m so happy I’m not the only one who uses many pins for difficult areas. I see/hear many sewists stating, “only need a few pins.” I’d rather use too many, rather than too few and have to rip and fix. Thanks so much for your videos. I look forward to them, every week.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Gerrie💕💕💕 I'm with you, I'm definitely a "pinner" when it comes to tricky areas for exactly the reason you say👍👍👍 I'd much rather pin than rip😉 have a fabulous week Gerrie💕💕💕

[@fritula6200]

GErrie DUran ... l agree!

[@janetrodgers8473]

Brilliant tutorial. I love this type of Vlog. Your attention to detail, voiceover explaining the steps you are taking and why is smashing 😀! I know that's why folks like me cannot wait for their Friday morning fix 😁. I hope you let Diane, your own personal source, along with thousands of us who hear you commend her, who if they've not already subscribed, dash over, watch and do. Of course the excellent Books are invaluable too. Your right to be thrilled with your jacket Suzanne, it's absolutely gorgeous 👍👌perfect. Fabric choice is spot on. I have to say, I've worn tweed jackets with jeans, which is perfect as smart/casual wear. Like you, I just love it and if my existing tweeds from way back are a trifle neat 🙄, I wouldn't hesitate to copy yours (not going to your neck of the woods for fabric though 😁😆😉

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Janet💕💕💕 that's so lovely to hear💕 I have let Diane know that without her tutorials I wouldn't be able to see a thing👌👌👌fabulous, fabulous lady💕💕💕 I used one of the books to draft this pattern and love good the fit turned out👍👍👍 love the jeans and tweed look too, that pairing is sure to get worn this spring👌👌👌 thanks again for your very kind comments Janet and have a fabulous week💕💕💕

[@Sunshine6Lemons]

I love how you do all of the difficult parts first...then the project gets magically easier...and complete!

[@SewCustom]

Anything that makes life easier is always my preferred method💕💕💕

[@AnnaB-oo5bd]

Dear Susanne. Your instructions are absolutely fantastic. Fast, clear, exactly what is needed. I love how you say "pleased with that" every now and then. I feel the same when making something and it is turning out well!

[@laurajones4088]

I so thoroughly enjoyed watching the making of your gorgeous Coco style cropped jacket video, Susanne!😍😍😍 Looking forward to the next one. Hope your weekend is as lovely as you are.

[@SewCustom]

Hi Laura, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video💕💕💕 Have a fabulous, fabulous week Laura💕💕💕💕💕

[@mariellejansen5274]

Happy watcher from holland..learn so much from you and love to sew you so fast 😀 you are a great teacher.

[@debs4264]

Gorgeous jacket. And you make it look so easy. Thanks for this video, so concise but informative, as are all your videos.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Deb 💕💕💕 your feedback is greatly appreciated 💕💕💕

[@SewNaturalDane]

Another beautiful creation from your block! Looks fantastic and great on you!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much NaturalDane 💕💕💕 I hope your materials sourcing is going well🤞have a fab weekend 💕💕💕

[@myralorraine]

Suzanne what a lovely jacket! I love how you are showing us how you create your lovely fashions using your blocks… It’s amazing! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Myra💕💕💕 I'm absolutely loving working from the block, learning loads👌👌👌thanks again Myra and have a wonderful weekend💕💕💕💕💕

[@myralorraine]

Sew Custom You have a wonderful weekend too!

[@GirdsHerStrength]

Oh, my, I love a tidy sewer! My mom and grandma always taught me a garment should look as neat on the inside as the outside. Good work!

[@SewCustom]

I'm with you and your family, I do like a neat finish👍👍👍

[@devadasnaidu6223]

Hi Suzanne I simply love how clean and neat your work is . So far this is the best explained sewing tutorial I have watched . You are really so talented and kind to share your knowledge .Please can you add sewing tutorials for evening dresses . Thanks again

[@bellepoupee61]

Fantastic tutorial as usual, just love the way you show us how to make your wonderful creations! Merci beaucoup! Christine

[@SewCustom]

Merci Christine💕💕💕je vous en prie (I hope this is correct - google translate🤞), what I'm attempting to say is you're welcome👍

[@bellepoupee61]

It is perfect! :-D

[@sharyncrawford3419]

So Fun to Watch! You have such a pleasant voice and your use of pausing especially makes watching your tutorials so enjoyable. Great sewing techniques as well, I’m using them from now on. Love All Your Videos!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Sharyn💕💕💕this was such a lovely comment to read and very much appreciated 💕💕💕

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Gorgeous - the perfect jacket for spring! I love seeing how you create design after design using your pattern blocks - fascinating!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Kerstin💕💕💕 it's so nice to hear the videos are enjoyable 💕💕💕have a fabulous weekend 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@janicek6399]

Well done ! You do such a great demo type video, and I appreciate SO much the meticulous perfection to detail.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Janice💕💕💕 it's so nice to hear that the detail is appreciated 💕💕💕💕💕

[@EileenR11]

Beautiful jacket. This is so helpful for me. Am planning to start my Coco in a few weeks . It'll be my first jacket, and though everyone says it's an easy pattern I know some things would have confused me, so to see it all step by step like this is great. Thank you - can't wait for the next jacket!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Eileen 💕 its so nice to hear that the video is useful💕👍💕 good luck with your Coco, I hope it all goes well and you end up with a beautiful Jacket 🤞🍀🤞

[@TheDeborah89]

I love how the Coco jacket came out!! I have the pattern and I will make it!! Thank you very much.

[@hazelkinvig-paul8231]

WOW! That was amazing to watch Susanne! You almost make me feel that I could do it (I couldn't of course), but you would make an amazing teacher! I LOVE watching your 'making of' videos (well, I love all of your videos), but the 'making of' videos are just fascinating! That jacket looks like couture! 😍😍😍 As always, TFS 👍❤

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Hazel💕💕💕 if you've made a shift top then you could definitely make this one, I promise😍😍😍 thanks again for all your feedback over the past year, it is super appreciated 💕💕💕have a fabulous week💕💕💕

[@hazelkinvig-paul8231]

@@SewCustom You have a great one too Susanne! 💕💕💕

[@joharrison7851]

Beautiful jacket. Thank you for explaining how to sew in the lining, I always found it daunting until this video. Great as alway

[@jorjaprice2190]

Love your videos, they are always very detailed which helps all of us become a better sewer! Thank you so much! Love the jacket, looks wonderful!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Jorja💕💕💕this was such a lovely comment to read💕💕💕 it's great to know the videos are helpful💕💕💕have a fabulous weekend 💕💕💕💕💕

[@alicemoylan6819]

I’m about to make my first jacket and this was sososo helpful thank you ❤️🪡

[@alethialovetosew]

Lovely, lovely tutorial. Thank you so very much, beautiful fabric.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Alethia💕💕💕 and this fabric💕👌💕

[@pollydolly9723]

Just fab; and love the bright green lining on such a subtle jacket! Thanks Suzanne!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Polly💕💕💕 love that pop of green too💕💕💕 have a fabulous week Polly 💕💕💕

[@yiluvalmartin1208]

It looks great and you make the process of putting it together to be so easy. I hope that one day I can be confident to just sew and enjoy like you.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much 💕💕💕💕💕

[@christineennis4766]

Great jacket love the fabric .

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Christine 💕💕💕

[@debbarber1890]

Excellent tutorial, you are a wonderful teacher.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Deb💕💕💕that's very kind of you to say 💕

[@Noelsam11]

I've always been afraid to put on linings, but after your video i think i'm going to revisit my technique. Love your jacket.

[@SewCustom]

👍👍👍

[@mariacorzo1789]

Beautiful well made Coco Jacket love it .a classic by it self thanks hello from New York

[@PreciousMe]

Love the jacket. It fits you like a dream. Your tutorials are straight forward and lovely to watch. I love watching them. Another member of the Friday Morning with Suzanne Club. LOL Best wishes and have a wonderful week. See you next Friday. Big Hugs

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Eva💕💕💕 as always it's so nice to hear your feedback💕💕💕 I love the sound of that "Friday morning club"😍 I hope all is well with you 💕have a fabulous week Eva💕💕💕💕💕

[@gillweber7930]

Hello Suzanne, love, love, love your charming commentary everytime! I'm a newby subscriber to your channel and am wondering where I can get a hold of your patterns🤔 Gill from Australia🐨

[@tahanyfathy3015]

Love .. Love .. Love this one 💕💕 👍👍👍

[@SewCustom]

💕💕💕

[@kimdrapic379]

Fantastic tutorial! So happy I found your channel. 🌸

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Kim💕👍💕 and welcome👍

[@Salamandre995]

Your coco vest is gorgeous really!! You are so talented and your explanations are very clear, I must try this one!! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much 💕👍💕it's so good hear your feedback 💕💕💕

[@madebyroenahands5847]

Awesome, you make it look effortless.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Made By Our Hands 💕👍💕 thats very lovely of you to say💕💕💕

[@juliadroy1179]

Great video I love the jacket, the fabric is gorgeous

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Julia Droy 💕💕💕 and that fabric💕👌💕

[@sarahwilliams4675]

Great video, great results, big thumbs up for you😁

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Sarah💕👍💕

[@Beeboo1903]

Nice jacket and oh that fabric! 😍

[@SewCustom]

💕👍💕

[@colettebaldwin5700]

Lovely! ..and some great tips, thank you !

[@SewCustom]

No problem Colette💕💕💕

[@jackiesperoni4938]

Just fabulous

[@SewCustom]

💕💕💕💕💕

[@lindak8664]

I love how you turned those sleeves! I tried to do that last week on a coat and sewed myself a nice infinity loop 🤦🏼‍♀️ I knew there was a way to do it! 😂 (I ended up splitting the armhole seam, turning it right then hand sewing it. I was so disappointed 🤪)

[@michellebattersby4070]

Hi I’ve just found your KZbin blogs and I’m loving them. Yep I’ve subscribed and hit that bell 😀. I’m in the market for a new sewing machine and just wandered what yours was. Keep them coming and I just might have to binge watch today.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Michelle and welcome💕💕💕 I use a Brother F420 which suits me perfectly at present👍👍👍

[@nicolechen6878]

Hi! What a beautiful jacket! What kind of interfacing did you use? Looked like a hair canvas? Fusible or not? Thanks!

[@constancergarcia7258]

Gorgeous jacket! Great job, thank you.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Constance 💕💕💕💕💕

[@sandrafrench6125]

Fantastic! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Sandra💕💕💕💕💕

[@pearlclint2770]

Hi have just watched your Coco jacket for first time. It looks fantastic. Could I ask do you do your own pattern drafting or basic blocks, and which type of block do you use? and where can I find information about pattern drafting/basic blocks. Thanks Christine.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Pearl💕👍💕 I do make my own patterns from the block. I have a good few blocks now, I talk about a few of my most used blocks in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6uklYRjmdyBmsk and in this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp-qqKuMr9aqgMU I chat through how I got started working with blocks including my resource recommendations. I hope this helps and good luck🍀🍀🍀

[@mirjamschouten4974]

Great jacket!!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks Mirjam💕💕💕

[@maureenlw626]

Thank you for this wonderful video!

[@SewCustom]

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[@new2sewing609]

Great tutorial, Suzanne, and your jacket is adorable! The only part I didn't quite understand is your treatment of the hems to keep the lining from peeking out. Do you fold up the hem allowance and sew along that line?

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much new2sewing💕💕💕 to keep the hem from dropping and the lining from peeking out I fold the hem up by its allowance and then at the bottom of side seam pop my fingers inside the hem and grab the seam allowance from the hem and the side seam together and run a couple of tacking stitches back and forth but just on the seam allowance. The stitches are running vertically 👍👍👍its a fab tip👌 I watched a good few videos before it clicked with me😉 I'll try to show it again in another video🤔 I hope this helps💕💕💕

[@jonakamp3326]

Very Nice well made

[@giaalvarado2063]

Is it weird that I just like to see her sew? Haha

[@sousandi8952]

thank you very much you are very good a question the fabric is this? where do I find it?

[@shaidabegum.]

Suzanne ❤❤❤❤❤ thank you

[@SewCustom]

💕👍💕👍💕👍💕

[@37nina1]

Amo todo lo que hace

[@annescanapico2181]

I just love it when you show the sewing of your garments. May I ask if you interfaced the lapels and/or body of the jacket. I’m just curious.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Anne 💕👍💕 I didn't, the only areas I interfaced were the facing and hem👍👍👍

[@suhanas9783]

Very lovely

[@tinamorrison9890]

Hi Suzanne, just came across your video and thoroughly enjoyed it, so pressed the Subscribed button. Love the jacket that you made, could you share what type of material you used and the pattern, many thanks.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks Tina, I'm glad you enjoyed💕👍💕 all details linked in the description box👍

[@Mellie726]

Lovedthe video Susanne, did you have to add ease in the lining hem? When I worked at the bank had to dress professionally and wear jackets. I haven't worn a jacket or skirt in such a while since having to retire earlier than expected. Can't wait for your next jacket video. You may be inspiring me to make one. I do have a pattern for a jean jacket which I always wanted, but I don't think it would be as great in detail as a storebought one, but maybe, just maybe (LOL).

[@SewCustom]

I'm glad you enjoyed Melinda💕💕💕I learned this month that the little pleat at the hem allows for some movement without stretching the lining 👍 I didn't cut any extra fabric for this , I just cut the same length as the outer 👍 I love these types of jackets even paired with jeans💕💕💕 so iw Ould say definitely give it go👍 I'm sure your handmade jean jacket would be way better than a shop bought 👌👌👌 Have a fabulous week Melinda💕💕💕

[@Mellie726]

@@SewCustom Thanks Susanne you as well!

[@lynnedavis3917]

Hi... Love watching your makes its great to see fabric being sewn and made up... Instead of another fabric stash ... (I enjoy fabric stashes) but enjoy seeing the making up more😊 Can I ask how much fabric you used for the jacket? Kind regards

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Lynne💕💕💕 I used a meter on the outer of this one, the 3/4 sleeves helps 👍👍👍

[@vicki3220]

Thanks for the great video!!!

[@SewCustom]

No problem Vicki💕

[@lesleyjones5455]

Your amazing love your tutorials

[@SewCustom]

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[@elaine58100]

You are an amazing talented lady, thank you so much for sharing. I have only been sewing for a couple of years and I am thinking of trying a jacket but wasn't sure if I had the confidence to do it. However after watching your video I feel I could give it a go. I love the way you make things from your basic blocks, I think it's the only way to get a great fit. I am going to try this with the help from Diane and the books you have recommended. By the way love the way you do a 'thumbs up' after each section. :)

[@SewCustom]

That's so nice to hear Elaine💕💕💕I'm keeping everything crossed for you that you get your block completed (I love working from the block💕💕💕) and your first jacket turns out beautifully 🤞🍀🤞🍀🤞🍀🤞👍👍👍

[@starfish3704]

Hi Suzanne, i made a sleeveless top , v-Front . I tried the method of cutting a v into the back till almost at the bottom of the back and overlapping the excess, but now it’s a bit too tight around the chest.... how do you approach a gaping neck at the back. I bought the Palmer Pletch book on adjusting a pattern but this is one solution I did not find. Can you guide me to the right books or solution.. I did not find a KZbin solution either.. except for adding shoulder darts which I don’t want... thanks in advance. 😉🍀

[@SewCustom]

Hi, you're the second person that's asked that very question, unfortunately I haven't come across this problem myself and don't know of any books that give a solution to this specific problem..... I have used a method to reduce gape at the front neckline on various patterns and I am assuming you could use the same method at the back. The method is laid out in the book "Pattern Cutting Made Easy" by Gillan Holman. I hope this helps🍀

[@ቢቺኢትዮጵያ]

Amazing

[@neryortiz1]

OMG, good job!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Nery💕💕💕

[@CathyEllisTVET]

Great video and was amazed to see we are doing the same March project! So far I've done my toile and will check the fit on the person I'm making it for. I have a question: are you planning on doing a version quilting the lining? That's my plan and from what I've researched I plan to quilt line each piece and then join together by hand.

[@SewCustom]

Great minds eh Cathy😍 I've just uploaded to my Instagram stories @sewcustom_ my toile journey including the quilting👍 I quilted each piece, then sewed the outer on the machine and hand stitched the lining👍👍👍 I'm loving working on this project, I hope you're the same and good luck finishing your toile🍀🍀🍀

[@CathyEllisTVET]

@@SewCustom That's my plan (quilting, then sewing each piece etc) - I've done some initial quilting and hand sewing of seams and like the process. My pattern has 8 panels and 2 x 2 piece seams. PS Can't see your toile journey on instagram. Am I looking in the wrong place?

[@CathyEllisTVET]

Found your video - great to see all the stages- thanks for sharing.

[@SewCustom]

Oh my goodness, 8 panels and the sleeves 😲 you have a lot more hand sewing than I had on my toile..... although I did find it to be quite a relaxing process. I made sure the fire was lit, the TV was on in the background and I got nice and comfy on the sofa and hand stitched away😍😍😍

[@SewCustom]

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[@janicecoulson5388]

Thank you , very clear. And informative. Did the fabric fray much at all? If it did would you overlock ? Would that make it too bulky?

[@SewCustom]

Thanks for the feedback Janice, it's greatly appreciated💕👍💕 I overlocked the edges of the outer fabric, it did fray a good bit, the lining not so much. If fraying was an issue I would overlock both, I've done this with winter coats where I have a bit more ease and bulk isn't an issue but not with a more closer fitting jacket like this one. I've read recently that a 3 thread overlocked edge helps reduce bulk at the seams, haven't tried it myself as yet🤔

[@sampleworks9432]

Gorgeous 😍

[@SewCustom]

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[@nicolenault1424]

Hi Susanne, did you cut the lining shorter at the hem, for the bodice and the sleeves? Usually, they are cut about 1.5 to 2cm. shorter, but, unless I missed the information, I did'nt hear you mention that you did. Thank you so much for your answer.

[@SewCustom]

Not for this one Nicole 👍👍👍

[@1950steele]

Did you use the “Sew Over It” Coco jacket pattern?

[@kimokim6549]

Really beautiful jacket, you made it seem so easy as always 😁 for the pattern though, did you make the pattern yourself or was it from one of the old coat pattern ?

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Kimo💕💕💕I did, I've filmed the process and all being well should be uploaded this Friday🤞🤞🤞

[@aitcheymoo]

So beautiful! Did you add a fastening at the bust?

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much 💕💕💕 I did, I popped a hook and eye in post filming👍👍👍

[@rosejacks8662]

Thank you!

[@SewCustom]

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[@martinezveralucia1582]

You’re so Pro I wish to have a teacher like you near by 😁

[@SewCustom]

That's so lovely of you to say 💕 but I'm just learning this Sewing business 🤓 loving it though💕💕💕

[@peachesc8700]

Good video 👍

[@SewCustom]

Thanks Peaches C

[@benkha2653]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@SewCustom]

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[@griselmartinez1061]

You’re amazing 😉

[@SewCustom]

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[@Allahguest]

No interfacing in this project?

[@cg2247]

preciosa. gracias

[@SewCustom]

👍👍👍

[@rowenaoverton4568]

What pattern did you use

[@suhanas9783]

We do the lining one cm smaller al the dress so not gathering inside

[@cristinastefan4126]

😍😍👍👍👍🌹

[@cherylgrider759]

Who and what pattern number is this?