Topstitching a trench....

This is just a tease shot of the trench coat topstitching, it took some doing but with a Microtex needle and Gutterman buttonhole thread, I'm pretty please with the result I'm getting...

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This pattern is only 7 pieces, The body is only 2 pieces, 2 piece sleeves and a collar.

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I have finished only the cutting and marking and the first seam.  You'll notice even though the fabric is stiff, it benefits from being cut on the bias.

Comments

Corrine said…
We are soon going to start calling you the "Queen of Bias!" Your top stitching looks great!
March 14, 2011 at 8:36 PM
ELMO said…
LOL You can call me Vionnet... I'm glad I finally got to experiment a little with bias, I actually have the two Vionnet books and I would like to recreate one of her gowns... I just can't make up my mind which one...sigh.
March 14, 2011 at 9:19 PM
Corrine said…
Ah, such talent I will never have! The gowns I have seen are absolutely amazing! I amso impressed!
March 15, 2011 at 8:54 PM
ELMO said…
Thanks JB!! I'm shooting for Friday but I think it might be earlier.
March 16, 2011 at 12:27 AM
ELMO said…
Ok, so I don't think I can qualify for the Vionnet award just yet...
March 16, 2011 at 12:28 AM
Jillybejoyful said…
You actually might have me re-thinking the concept of a trench - I've always pooh-poohed the idea (for me only, that is...) but I love the simple lines of yours, & the drape looks very promising! I'm following this with interest.
March 16, 2011 at 1:13 AM
ELMO said…
I really like this one, it's not typical, more like an evening trench. I'm working on the hem now.
March 16, 2011 at 2:02 PM
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