1920s Ladies Coat With Large Sleeves - INSTANT DOWNLOAD - Reproduction 1923 Sewing Pattern #Z1652 - 34 Inch Bust [PDF - PRINT AT HOME]

THIS IS A PDF SEWING PATTERN for printing at home or with a print shop like www.tapefreepatterns.com.

THIS IS A PDF SEWING PATTERN FOR PRINTING AT HOME: This PDF is set to print on either US letter size (8-1/2 x 11) sheets or A4 International paper. A0 (Large format) version is also included.

Once purchased, your download will include the following files:1) A 'read me first' page with downloading help and hints - 4 pages2) 8 pages of directions3) US Pattern prints on 42 pages - (sheet a & b have 21 pages each)4) A4 Pattern prints on 42 pages - (sheet a & b have 21 pages each)5) A0 Large format/print shop version - 3 sheets

Print only the size necessary for your location. Pages will need to taped together, but once assembled, pieces are full sized and ready to use.

This PDF features a replicated pattern sized to fit a 34 inch bust. This 1923 coat has deep set raglan sleeves with belted waist and wide turn back cuffs. The collar may be made to open lapel-style, or to stand up around the neck with a button closure. Illustration photos are from Pictorial Review Autumn 1923 catalog.

Suggested fabrics: Linen, Velvet, Woolens, Heavy Silks, Brocades.

Fabric requirements for coat as shown:
36 Inch Wide Material (Without Nap) 6-1/8 Yards
44 Inch Wide Material (Without Nap) 4-5/8 Yards
54 Inch Wide Material (With Nap) 3-3/8 Yards
36 Inch Wide Material - For Optional Lining 4-1/4 Yards

See below for a review of this pattern - there are lots of construction notes so I left it as written:
Right off the bat, the length is much longer than in the illustration, it is ankle length. There are also tabs extending from the top of the coat fronts that did not have any corresponding tabs on the facing so I cut those off. The pattern only gives layout and yardages for doing the coat in one solid color with no contrast. I used 1-3/4 of a yard to make the contrast. The pattern shapes are simple, with only one set of darts to be made in the coat fronts. It is designed to not even be lined, although the instructions do mention how to line it if desired. The cut is loose, so no fussy fitting is required. There are no pockets to deal with, and the pieces fit together well. I am also very pleased with how VPLL had the necessary markings drawn on, they are printed in a second color to make them more distinguishable from the cutting lines. I am very pleased with the end result, I got a ton of compliments on it.

This Pictorial Review pattern has been re-digitized into it's current format. All content falls under the copyright www.BeespokeVintagePatterns.com 2004, and as such, no portion of this pattern may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written consent.
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PLEASE KEEP IN MIND
This is an exact copy of the original vintage pattern and as such may retain any original errors or miscalculations in formatting native to the original pattern. While I have made up some of these patterns, I have not tested them all out and cannot attest to their accuracy or perfect fit. As with all garment construction, it is best to make a mock-up for fitting in test fabric prior to cutting and constructing with your final fashion fabric.

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NOT YOUR SIZE?
Here are some resources for resizing a pattern...
https://www.patreon.com/posts/grading-your-own-68272892
http://sensibility.com/blog/tips/how-to-resize-a-pattern/

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CAN I SHARE PHOTOS OF MY FINISHED PROJECT?
YES! Please tag and share pictures of your makes from this pattern. I truly LOVE to see photos!
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