My first thought was to use a red stretch cotton sateen, but since acquiring a REALLY NICE navy cotton twill, I am thinking about using it instead. I bought three yards of the twill with the intention of making a jacket and pencil skirt. But I can't shake the idea of using it for the trench coat. Hmmmmm....maybe I should make two trench coats...
I was also concerned about topstitching the stretch fabric and what type of interfacing to use. I made a skirt out of stretch cotton sateen, but...uh...that's not a coat. =)
In the meantime, I made a couple of pattern alterations and a muslin of McCall's 5525. So far, things look pretty good. I'll detail the changes I made in the next post.
Until next time, peace!
L
Two trench coats...you weren't even playin' were you? You are well on your way I see. Great fabric choices too. I sure would have a hard time deciding! I'm sure whichever you decide will be FAB! I'm probably going to wish I had participated. Sew On!!!
ReplyDeleteI dream more than I sew. LOL In my mind, my trench coats are finished and fabulous. In reality...um...
DeleteI am still ogling your green lace trench with the back flounce. Drooooooool