Bog coats

I made this unlined jacket using instructions in an article entitled "The Bog Coat- One Seam Sophistication". It's super-easy. I used a very good quality tweed wool, which featured a very...

If you are new to these musings you may not realize it but I am addicted to the Bog Coat. For a 4,000 year old design, I am continually finding new fabrics for this ultra-simple pattern. My adventures began two years ago and that revelation and the pattern can be found here. Most recently I found a lovely Madras type print that is shot thorugh with random metallic threads. I found it on the sale shelf at Time Treasured Quilts locally a couple of months ago and recently figured out what to do…

First, find a place where you will be able to open up the lining of your coat. Turn the coat inside out, button it up. Increase the seam allowances and...

Blue Velvet Bog Coat: My mom is a weaver. I found this coat concept in one of her weaving books and was compelled to try it. It is based on an ancient design dug up from the peat bogs in Scandinavia. Thus, bog coat. It is currently a popular desig…

How to Sew a Quilt Coat or patchwork jacket. A full diy tutorial with pattern suggestion, sewing tips, outfit ideas, tools to use, total cost,

Sizes XS-3XL Everyone should have a warm coat in their wardrobe, and our sewing pattern for this roomy, low-calf length Overcoat fits the bill perfectly. Simple, un-lined construction, with built on sleeves (dolman-like) and a one-piece front placket, make this a quick coat to sew up. The roomy fit allows this coat to be layered over bulky winter clothing, and provides a fashionable look as well. The collar can be buttoned for a warm stand-up collar or can lay flat. The large front placket…

I have been given a beautiful old tartan car rug. It’s my next blanket coat project. Below is the intended outcome. I’ll document the process and show step by step how it…