Bias Tier Coat

Thank you for your patience. I have tested this pattern it is good, I made no changes other than some extra notes on the pattern and in the instructions for clarity. Sizing is S,M,L - I look forward to offering a second size range asap. In the meantime you can always grade up simulating the current grading lines. Since this is on the bias the give will vary depending on the fabric, I would say bust sizes are about 34” to 42” depending.

I stock the best rayon silky piping I recommend the 1/8”

For piping you will need at least very minimum 7 yards this is an estimate it depends where you want to put it like around the collar, etc. 10 yards is safer.

The Bias Tier Coat is cut on the straight grain but worn on the bias, so there is subtle shaping to the body without the visual distraction of  fitting darts of other seaming.  The straight grain cut also allows for easier and more controlled stitching. The design has kimono sleeves, a standing collar and is an ideal pattern for directional or art-dyed fabrics with decorative trim inserted at each seam.  The coat would be great in woven wool coating, medium-heavy weight silks, cottons or some synthetics.  The pattern is  best done in a fabric with directional characteristics such as stripes, ribs, patterns or nap -- for instance, corduroy would be very interesting -- but it is not appropriate for knits or stretch fabrics. It may also be done as a jacket with fewer sections or even as a dress in softer fabrics.  The pattern is graded in small (6-8), medium (10-14) and large (16-18) but the bias and choice of fabric will allow it to be size flexible.  Lining pattern included.

This pattern requires intermediate to advanced sewing skills -- not for beginners.

Yardage as follows:

Coat

45” small/ 5 3/8, med/lg 5 1/2 yards

54” small/ 4 1/2, medium 4 5/8, large 4 3/4 yards

Lining

45” small 4 1/8, medium 4 1/4, large 4 3/8 yards

54” small 3 3/4, 3 7/8, 4 yards