I need a new coat! Will you just look at this FABRIC!

[@julestopper7553]

TIPS from seamstress, since you asked! 1. Read the instructions all the way through before you start 2. Remember sewing a coat is just a series of small steps like anything else, take it one step at a time and you will do fabulous!☺

[@chrisberry9017]

Wise words! I designed a jacket at college, which my tutor chose to be part of my collection. It ended up having 72 individual parts! I must have wanted my head reading, but I did make it, and it was certainly worth all the effort.

[@fenderskirt8]

That's lovely advice.

[@redparrot9489]

Do a muslin of the coat for you. Cut it all out and baste sew it. Then you can see size issues and construction issues. Yes. Pain in the ASS to do a muslin and soooooo worth it. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@SnapDragon764]

This pattern is notoriously very roomy🤗

[@heleneikerenkotter2950]

There is roomy and then there is roooomy .🥴

[@sandramyer7081]

Yes!!! 😂PIA!

[@sandramyer7081]

That's Great idea using muslin for what-jacket? Both? Yes yes yes!

[@thelohi2007]

I made a mock up out of an old sheet to get the size right before beginning

[@lindakirk698]

I love all this making without patterns. Wouldnt have called myself a sewer 50yrs ago when i made first non pattern garment for my daughter straight after buying my only sewing machine (still use it now - guarantee was for 25yrs!) Made 2 or 3 the same gor her but my next piece was a ballgown. Hubby was working in the British Embassy in New Zealand while we were posted there with Royal Navy! Lots of dos to go to! My grandmother was a seamstress at The Royal Courts in London & she made from scratch (easily) little pillbox hats for my 3 bridesmaids who didnt want flowers in their hair as they were almost 20. My other daughter now sometimes works off-pattern so to speak. I guess she picked up from me the same as i picked up from my Mum. X

[@ainenicgiollachoille9407]

Turning up the cuffs to see the lining will be fab, Kate!!!

[@jjudy5869]

Make the sleeves a little longer so the sleeve stays at your wrist with the turn up at the cuffs.

[@Ijy452]

Now I want to stop everything and make a coat from beautiful strikingly gorgeous fabrics! You’re an endless source of entertainment. Enjoy all of your videos immensely. Thank you for sharing❤

[@Carol-hj4km]

TIP: For padded clothing, it’s safer to quilt the “sandwich” before cutting out pattern pieces (as quilting shrinks the fabric). Then pattern pieces from ready-quilted fabric, will be the correct size. Good luck with those gorgeous fabrics!!

[@babsl9245]

I have made my granddaughter quite a few items of clothing from Puperita designs and they always come out great. I look forward to seeing your lovely coats when they are finished. Have fun.

[@laurag8641]

Enjoy your endeavor! I’m sorry I’m not a seamstress, though I have made a few things many years ago for myself, including a simple wedding gown. It wasn’t perfect, but 54 years later, the WEDDING was perfect!! lol

[@jjg0621]

Can not wait to see the end results. As always, you'll figure it out and it will be wonderful🥰

[@martibrown2993]

This is the very way I learned to sew. Followed directions and made my daughters clothing, before that my maternity clothes, western shirts for hubby, dresses for my daughter for clogging. Love to sew. You will do fine.

[@sharonoconnor7769]

Just want to say that I love the fabrics. So much fun ahead. Garment showing is not hard as long as you go slow, pin and press. I would love to be there to have a cuppa with you you and enjoy the progress. Always look forward to each of your videos!

[@suzisaintjames]

14:49 sounds like your needle needs "sharpening". When you stick it in, I hear a little popping sound. A really sharp needle glides through the fabric. They say change your sewing machine needle often. The same goes with hand sewing needles. Fun fact: during the world wars, ladies working in the war effort were only issued one needle for their machines as metal was often rationed. So every night after a day of sewing, they'd sharpen their needles... First, by stropping them on leather (I use an old belt). Often the point is just folded over stropping straightens it. If the point has broken off, then sharpening (removing material to form a point) is necessary. I use a fine fingernail file. I know sharpening a needle in these days seems frivolous, but finding the right needle, the right length with the right eye takes time. When a few swipes on a piece of leather or fingernail file will get you back to smooth stitching in no time, why not try it?! 💖🌞🌵😷

[@mariemisgen730]

So fun to see your excitement in making these jackets!! And fun to hear your "self-talk" while processing the processing, lol 💕

[@uzmazaidi8551]

Hi Kate, I love watching your videos. Top - when you print out your pattern from Adobe, select the Layers option and this will enable you to just print out the size you require and not have any extra lines. This tip has definitely helped me in my sewing journey. Have a nice day. Uzma from Ipswich x

[@Linda-j2o]

My husband's grandmother was a wonderful seamstress. She never followed a pattern...lol At 94 yrs young she made a wedding dress from a picture and it was beautiful! I love your ability to to go from one project to another. You are an incredible multi talented person😊

[@Stettafire]

My mum is also an excellent seamstress. She says older patterns are better. Modern patterns are confusing and she says most of the time it's just easier to sew without a pattern anyway. She used to sell clothes at the local market to make extra money. Excellent knitter too.

[@DonnaWhitten]

You could maybe put cuffs, collar or pockets in the wild fabric. Just a thought.

[@janicekauffman6489]

I have no doubt both jackets will be beautiful!! Excited to see them finished!

[@bobbihayes6048]

Oh! I am so excited to see the nova coat!! I bought the pattern a while back to make a coat from a vintage (or just well used one, or a flimsy from the stack!) quilt. 💜

[@susanwarford4221]

Kate, I love the green wool fabric and your choice of fabric for the lining. I don’t like to sew for myself either so I will be anxious to see what you think of the result. I used to sew for my daughter and everything turned out great. 👍 ❤

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Hi Kate, can't wait to see the coats finished I'm sure they will looks great!!! That is a lovely green Hugs Liz x

[@annesmith478]

Ooh I love Puperita patterns. You'll enjoy this sew Kate. Many of us Aussies use Puperita patterns. The Nova jacket is also very popular. Looking forward to seeing the finished garments.

[@RebeccaStokes-g6t]

Lovely fabrics! Can't wait to see the finished garments! You always do a fabulous job🥰. Happy sewing💕

[@annrubino6252]

These will be wonderful, unique coats. Lucky Agnes!

Hi Kate, I was watching your video earlier today and saw you were starting a jacket for yourself from Paper Cut patterns. My ears pricked up, my eyes got bigger, said to my husband, " look at that, Kate has a paper cut pattern." They are based in my home town , Nelson New Zealand. How exciting. Go well with the sewing Kate both for yrself and for Agnes. Am looking forward to seeing uou both in yr finished garments. Love the green wool fabric you chose to go with the chillis, will look totally stunning.

[@sherryzimmerman9220]

We had a 914 Porsche that color of your coat…..we called it Green Apple Green….its going to look terrific

[@pebblecritter]

Ooooh, I’m so exited Kate! I started out as a seamstress and it’s a skill you never lose. My one tip would be to always cut the sleeves a bit longer than is stated - I find they tend to be too short (but it could be me with long arms!!!!!)🤣😂🤣 Also, start thinking about pockets from the very start - we all know how important they are! Final thought - since this is going to be solid on the outside, you can take some of that gorgeous inside fabric and add it do odd places on the outside of your jacket. I just made a jacket and I put a square of bright colours on the top back, and then took two strips (about 2" wide) and put them on the end of the sleeves - running up the sleeve - only about 4" (10cm) or so but adds a pop of colour in an unexpected place on your wrist! Can't wait to see this come to life - I'll have to check out their fabric! If you have any suggestions for great places for unusual fabric, I'd love it if you could share them!!! Thank you as always - now I'm excited to sew another jacket (always need them in Northumberland, don't we? Especially this "summer".... haha). Love to all, including cat Rita.xxx

[@lighthseskr]

I lnow this is 2 months ago, but just to let you know, I have been garment sewing a long time, 40 plus years. 90% of the time I do things my own way. I rarely follow a pattern as written all the way. So important to do you. That said, I do read instructions through and then decide what I am doing. As with cooking, I think it's great that you do it how you like it. I am fairly new to your channel and I love watching you.

[@nz-nz]

No surprise Kate chose lime green!!! 🤤🤤🤤 Happy sewing, what a project 👏

[@conniehusband1365]

Oh Kate! Your coat will be scrumptious! I would love to have your fearless attitude❤

[@CarolynHeldon-fl3to]

Wonderful. Looking forward to seeing them. The green wool is beautiful and definitely do some hand stitching. A mock up is a must with a new pattern. Time not wasted.

[@sharonvogel931]

My number one tip is to press seams as you go in the suggested directions. The drape of the garment will come out much better.

[@fancypants6697]

You could always use a bit of the lining fabric as cuff binding, or around the neck edge or collar. Just a thought.

[@SallyGraybill]

Kate, your videos are wonderful! I live on a small hobby goat farm in New York State. I quilt spin and knit and watching your videos are so encouraging! Thank you so much for being there! Bless you!

[@mdnisg61]

You make me smile every time I watch you. You can do it! I too don’t make clothing but if you can do it maybe we can too!

[@bajoobiecuzican]

Beautiful green ❤. Can’t wait to see the finished piece.

[@isabelrego1624]

Hi Kate, love your channel. You are such an inspiration to me. I used to make all my clothes in my younger years. Then I found quilting and that was that. My suggestion to you is to make a muslin proto-type as a previous commenter said. I love your choices and that lining fabric would make outstanding accents such as sleeve cuffs, collars or pocket sashing. Take care

[@MariaM-yn9tl]

Kate & Anna I can’t wait to see both coats. I will also attempt a try to making my first coat. You inspired me either way your first coat & I have been collecting all my favorite fabrics for it. I’m using an existing jacket 😊that I like the design & I’m going to follow that as my pattern. I’m in your club I don’t follow instructions. I just love your videos while I’m stitching. Thanks for making my day. Kate & Anna cheers to happy stitching. 💃🏻💕🧵🪡

[@jhjln8712]

That green is bold, but it’s just your color! You’ll blend right into the Lime Green Sofa 😉

[@deeploam9140]

I think these are going to be lovely. My tip would be to trace your pattern onto swiss tracing paper in your size. Swiss tracing paper is great because it behaves a bit like fabric; so you can tack it together, fit it and make adjustments, then cut your fabric from that. That preserves your printed paper version so you dont need to reprint if want to make it in another size. You will also know how the pieces go together before you sew. Thank you for your videos, they are really inspiring and its so nice to spend time with you in this way. Penny.

[@terrioakley2250]

Love the fabrics Kate . Green is one of my favourite colours. Looking forward to seeing the finished product. Good luck keeping the cats away 😻

[@dianehuntley2493]

Great projects! Started sewing garments many years ago. My clothes/dresses and work oufits, clothes for my two noys-even tailored western shirtscand a suit for my hubby! Went to quilting only a few years ago. You are very clever and will figure them out😊

[@world1stage1]

Can't wait to see the finished jackets! Good idea to work on them now and have plenty of time to get them done before fall.

[@carolynboyd6761]

Artists can make changes to recipes and patterns and you are definitely an artist.

[@GailK.]

I just cut a pattern for a new dress and will be laying it on fabric tomorrow to cut out and sew. I searched Patterncut and guessed which coat you may have selected and I was right. It’s an interesting design and I just may buy it for me and sew the longer coat. I buy fabric from a place that buys remnants from designers in NYC. I bought a beautiful red Vera Wang wool I have been hanging onto for years and it’s just right for a Nova coat. But first, I have to finish a few dresses. Relax Kate and give it a go. 😊

[@sheilasmidt427]

Hi Kate. You may already know of this new to me product… water soluble thread for basting! I‘ve just ordered from Amazon and am so anxious to test it. Thanks for all you do for us on your channel.

[@ruthbrown5439]

Kate, paper cut have instructions on the site, go to learn the look for your coat. Lots of photos to help you on the way. Can’t wait to see it finished. Love the green. I’m going to have a go making a dress. Need to cut out the pattern first.

[@camsmyth101]

I always love it when patterns also come with a follow along video. Less stressful for myself :)

[@CaliCreativeDJC]

What a lovely project! The fabrics are pretty unique, and will make very nice coats for you and Agnes. Enjoy the process! (Daphne in Southern California)

[@joycevasey2312]

Good luck with your project! That is a gorgeous green fabric.

[@wlwolfe1]

Ahhh yes Indeed, can't wait to see the finished coats! Beautiful colours for you both... but on with the show! 🇨🇦👍👍💖🦋🌈

[@audreypare7137]

I definitely have to order this pattern! My husband had a 1972 Chevy Nova!!!! It is called Nova!!!! The car was a beautiful bright orange......miss him terribly. Would have been married 50 years this October.....high school sweethearts. Love your videos!! :)

[@ostrobogulous1]

The blue and green fabric looks like abstract Popsicles to me!!!😆

[@patricia753]

Oh Kate! It's going to be Lovely! Thank you for showing me how to follow a pattern!! ❤

[@karinanderson7319]

Kate, that fabric is amazing!!!! I loved the green you found for the outside of your coat....but when you said it was wool!!!💖! Over the Moon!! I cannot wait to see the completed coats! Have Fun!!🤗

[@ameliagfawkes512]

I'm glad you chose the plain green as the outside. It changes things from "fun print" to "sophisticated".

[@NellieChristopher]

Two nice projects. Looking forward to seeing the results! 🌟

[@Flash4695]

Sounds good. I sew clothes mainly so you are the Queen when it comes to quilts.

[@maryellenhandley8723]

What a leap into garment sewing! They will both be fabulous as made by you. Enjoy all the magic of imagine come to life!

[@kalico-k5449]

I love their designs. I'm with you on the 'impatient' thing... love working pattern free, but when I'm teaching I have to do it properly!! Quilting is so much easier! Can't wait to see how these go... I know you'll have fun! Xxx

[@sharonarrendale8418]

Oh, Kate. I can’t wait to see your coat when you get it finished. It is going to be gorgeous!❤

[@vickyrumsey692]

Kate, all I can say is good luck on your sewing madventure!!! I haven't made clothes for my self or my kids since they were babies---through 4th grade!!! I did make a lot of formal type dresses for my self since I belonged, way back when, to the Women of the Moose!! Our husbands were the main members any way, it's a U.S. thing!!! Basically a mens club!! Lot's of dances and wouldn't you, I married a man who hated dancing!! Don't figure!!! Anyway, I did learn to sew a dress pair of pants for a man but I down sized the pattern for my 5 year old son and they turned out great!!! My mom learned tailoring but my love of sewing was only because We couldn't afford to buy clothes for 3 kids at that time!!! And with that I am done!!! Take care stay well and also the same to you Anna!! HUGS Vicky from Michigan!!!

[@uzmazaidi8551]

Can’t wait to see the finished jackets!

[@barbaraherron-mangel1116]

Is Agnes and his daughter? I hear you talk about your granddaughter Agnes I’ve never seen her on your show when I watch your show quite often but I have seen Anna and she is quite a lovely lady. Your son is blessed.

[@angiewarren6045]

How exciting getting a personal package from Brandon Mably! 😃 Getting his scraps at that! I’m so jealous and happy for you! 😆 Your coats are going to be so cute! Looking forward to seeing them both done!

[@theresemckinley7545]

OH I am a new sewer (sewest???) and I so want to make the Nova coat. Good luck - I will be following along.

[@normawingo5116]

I always make a sloper for garments, it’s a guaranteed fit. Worth the time and if you make other garment just make adjustments to the sloper. The baby elephant jacket is adorable and very classic look.

[@poodlegirl55]

I only have one grandchild and her name is Nova. My ears perked up when you said that.

[@lindaclements6639]

This is the number one tip I’ve seen from the seamstresses I’ve watched on KZbin or asked in person. Always make a muslin. Especially when you have delicious fabric for your final piece. You work out all kinks and details in advance. I too am also trying to push more into garment making for myself & beloved family members. This encourages me to keep pressing on. Looking forward to seeing your gorgeous coats! 👏👏👏

[@marionjohnstone48]

Kate if anyone can do it you can , Really looking forward to seeing the progress.

[@isabellbourke8878]

Love the colours of the fabrics Kate. Looking forward to watching how you progress. 💚😀

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

I agree with the lady that suggested you make the coat out of inexpensive fabric so that you can get the sizing correct before using the special fabric. Both my grandmothers were seamstresses and produced amazing garments. I’m blessed that I inherited their love of sewing, however, I didn’t inherit their talent. I watched as you made your housecoat and love it!! There is no doubt that you will successfully produce two lovely coats!! Bless you for sharing!

[@karengear5254]

Love the colour of coat. Will match the lime green sofa ❤❤❤❤

[@priscillacummings4780]

I can't wait to see your jackets!!! I'm a terrible seamstress, but can quilt pretty well! LOVE watching your process!

[@earthdogpj1]

I’m excited to see this coat on you!!! Great fall jacket! I wish I was Agnes!! She gets the royal treatment.

[@mariannecant4407]

Hello Kate, I've made the Nova coat and jacket 4 times now and it looks complicated but it's not and all makes sense as you put it together. Just enjoy the process if you can, you always seem to 😍 It's just nerve wracking when you make a new design. It's a very roomy design but lovely and snuggly to wear. I use a cross body bag to keep mine closed 😊 If you opened your file in Adobe Acrobat, you could go to the layers tab, select the size you require, or sizes if you're grading between sizes. This makes it so much easier when cutting out. Another bonus of the PDF pattern x

[@kimkennedy7272]

I have made two Nova coats, it is over sized but that is the beauty of it. As others have suggested make a muslin to see how you like the fit. I did find a sew along on You tube which helped but it maybe under the name Sapporo coat which was what the Nova used to be called. Happy sewing

[@charlenerichardson2623]

Can’t wait to see them completed! I just made a red velvet coat with silk piping for my granddaughter. She’s 2.

[@jamiethrogmorton2540]

Impatient…within the exuberance of life!!! Another thing you and I share, Kate! Jackets look cool!!!

[@kath9939]

Kate, I wonder if you know how much your courage inspires us all? Thank you for today’s video! Tomorrow, I will begin a challenging project. Thanks to you, I will be brave!

[@sphhyn]

I like sewing clothes for myself and I often don’t follow the pattern in every detail. I also often change details or mix patterns. But I also have made a fair amount of clothes that I never wear. It’s all part of the learning process. 😅 But I think your coat will turn out beautifully. I recently started making quilts and really enjoy that too! You videos are a great inspiration

[@kaynemeth7922]

Hello Kate, I think they will both be beautiful. I have only just found your videos and love them. I have been binge watching from NSW Australia, so thank you.

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Hello, Kate! What a coincidence! I have just returned from a quilting retreat in Pennsylvania, where I purchased fabric-from a local quilt shop-for a Swing Coat. I’m going to quilt with a fusible fleece and make it reversible as well. As another subscriber suggested, It is important to take the time to make a muslin version. You really just need to mock up the basic shell in order to determine the appropriate size and length of the body and sleeves. I used to make my own blazers when I was in high school in the late 60s/early 70s. That was a long time ago, but I’m comfortable with the construction process. I’m looking forward to sharing the result when my friends and I get together for next year’s retreat. I am really looking forward to following your journey with your 2 coats. The fabrics are gorgeous and far more colourful than mine. I’ll be busy this summer with a fundraiser quilt for my local hospice and camping plans, so I won’t be able to start this project until after our Thanksgiving in October. As always, Thank you and stay well! Muskoka ON 🇨🇦

[@annehayward3506]

Lovely idea the fabrics are gorgeous, just take it one step at a time. Read the instructions fully and take your time, it’s not a race. Above all enjoy the process love and hugs xx

[@susannenadeau9894]

I was a garment sewer in my younger days - proudly made my clothes! In my early thirties quilting found me - and I never looked back! Good luck…and of course I’ll be watching😄 Sue

[@royannispullens7804]

Same for me, but now I have an alterations shop. I always hated alterations but now I have to just get on with it. Kate is so relatable, love watching her.

[@laracraftwellwithart]

Well done for taking up the challenge good luck with your.progress look forward to seeing it 😊❤

[@stellaunger8568]

Love the patterns and fabrics, have fun ❤️😁🌹

[@catherinemontrose2102]

OK, a tip that can be frustrating - make at least the outside of the adult coat first in muslin or scrap fabric, then you can check/adjust the sizing and adapt the pattern pieces to what worked in the muslin. Don't forget to allow for ease (extra inches) since you'll be wearing it over other garments, even maybe sweaters. Good luck!

[@debrariley2057]

You will be fine garment making, somewhere on the magic web there will be a sew along, or a review, for the jackets, I have always been a garment maker, for over 4 decades, and sewing blinds and curtains etc, I have always loved quilting, admired and went to various exhibitions, especially here in Wales we have a huge history of whole cloth quilts, I started EPP by accident about 5 months ago, and then stumbled on your channel which I have thoroughly enjoyed, good luck. !

[@AnnieOvesen]

Hi Kate. Please look on KZbin, there is a lot of videos making papercut Nova. I also just bought the patern. Amongst them a Young woman called Janine, a tale of two coats. A very beautiful patchwork coat which I will try to make later this year. Hope the very best for you

[@beverlystauffer2489]

Hello from Kansas, USA! First off, never let anyone tell you that you cannot change a pattern or a recipe! I have dozens of cookbooks that I love reading, but in the kitchen I usually just wing it. (Even with some baked goods that I've made over and over.) Be free! Just found your channel and as soon as I saw the name I knew you were my kind of person. Looking forward to more videos.

[@stormeliz7406]

Thank you for sharing your trepidation in beginning a new and difficult project. I'm new at everything! I'm not so worried about my project here after watching this video. Can't wait to see the jacket!

[@helensmith7177]

Kate that green wool is beautiful, and the way it exactly matches the material for the lining is going to be fantastic. You are going to have a very stylish jacket! If you put a collar on it, line the back with the lining material….how cute would that be peeking out! Good luck, can’t wait to see the finished products! Lucky little Agnes!

[@Dranma51]

I can’t wait to see how your coats turn out! Your fabrics are so fun! If you have questions you have KZbin available to you. Also sometimes the pattern company has videos available to you. You’ll do fine! I’m sure they’ll turn out gorgeous!

[@c0ldlight1]

These will be gorgeous! That green is such a gorgeous shade. I really do like the shape of that pattern, and yes I think you should do some stitching on the wool :-) it's never too early to think about stitching!

[@SharonMiitchell]

Looking forward to seeing finished coats I will bet great😊

[@corriendunar3436]

I admire your courage Kate. Good luck. Have a lovely new week 💚

[@carybradley3968]

Darling friend Kate, just starting charming visit and came quickly to notes to find maker of coat patterns (had already visited and bought playsuit! for grandson, haha, from Humphries and Begg) but don’t see link to coat patterns. Please share them if you’re able. Thanks ever so much. Love, Cary. [and on watching further in, see you’re telling us the pattern company indeed!!! Aren’t you a love! ] Many, many thanks!

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

How exciting to watch you make your coats! I am also planning to make a coat for this winter. So I’ll watch your progress and hear your suggestions before I start mine. You are so special. Thank you for sharing your sewing life with us!! (I’m in Maryland, USA) it’s a treat watching and learning from you!

[@donnababa8482]

FYI, I do it know what KZbin is doing, but this is the 3rd time I have had to resubscribe to your channel. Would not like to miss anything as I enjoy your channels so much. You make me feel so normal. I am a beginner quilter and fabricholic. Thank you for being there. Good luck on the coats 😍

[@LindaMitchell-y2d]

Hi, Kate. Not sure where you are in your project now, but I have made a lot of clothing (4 daughters needing dresses and such). You can make a practice coat from old sheets and such, just to become familiar with the pattern before cutting the good fabric. This also lets you know if you need to alter any of the pieces for a better fit for you. You can also copy the pattern onto tissue paper so that the original can be kept intact in case you need to alter something. Good luck. I know you can do this.😊