Chaval Coat Sewing Pattern

The chaval coat sewing pattern from Oliver + S is a smart and versatile addition to a dressmaker’s pattern arsenal.

This classically inspired, fully-lined, menswear-style coat will teach you some nifty new sewing skills without overwhelming you. The pattern features a back-walking vent, two-piece sleeves, a traditional notched collar with banana stand, and double-piped front pockets with flaps. A timeless outerwear piece, it can be crafted with medium- to heavy-weight woven fabrics like wool coating, tweed, canvas, denim, and twill.

• Chaval coat sewing pattern
• Difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced
• Size 0-20 (US Sizing)
• Suggested fabrics: Wool coating, tweed, canvas, denim and twill
• Suggested Lining: Rayon
• Notions: Coordinating thread, light- to medium-weight fusible interfacing, three 1" buttons

Oliver + S launched in 2008, after founder Liesl stopped designing for big designer brands in favour of creating children’s clothes for her new daughter, S. The brand has a firmly homespun spirit – insistent that the focus of crafting should creativity, relaxation and fun.