Burda 9501 is finished
Friday, November 15, 2013
This pattern is a real winner. I'm thrilled with the results.
The fit is really lovely. I made it in a size 6. Adelaide is only 4 and a half, but she wears mostly size 5 and 6. The sleeves were a little long, as to be expected, so there's an inch or two of sleeve hem to last a couple of winters.
I did make a few changes to the pattern. I increased the width of the upper collar piece by about 5mm. It could do with another 5 to 10mm so it rolls better. (See how it is curling up a little in the photo below? That's what I mean about not enough roll. A little more steaming with the iron might fix it.) I also wish I hadn't top stitched the collar. I think the coat looks more professional and grown up without all the top stitching. I didn't top stitch the rest of the coat as the pattern instructs. Once you do buttonholes and stitch on buttons it holds all the seams in place.
I also raised the position of the pockets by about an inch. In fact I think they could be even a tad higher.
The lining has worked out well. I so much prefer a cotton lining to a silk or synthetic lining.
The back detail is really sweet on this coat. The empire line seam gives the coat a more youthful look. Again, I wish I hadn't top stitched it. I might unpick this.
Overall I'd definitely recommend this pattern. It's got about 18 pieces which is a drag to cut out. I think the result is worth it though.
Gorgeous, lucky girl. And cold enough to wear this week too. Not so lucky...
Posted by: Ann | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 11:34 AM
What a beautiful coat! You are very talented. Adelaide is such a gorgeous girl.
How lovely to have a northern hemisphere Christmas. I have had one white Christmas when I was in my early 20s, and I just loved it. My English family really knew how to celebrate a traditional Christmas.
Enjoy!
Amellia
Posted by: Amellia Grosser | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 12:27 PM
Absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Jackie | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 12:41 PM
Love it - Adelaide looks so sweet in her coat, and the colour is perfection.
Posted by: Heidi | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 01:32 PM
I love it, really suits Adelaide's colouring & I think Adelaide think it is lovely as well. Can you unpick the stitching on the collar or will that be noticeable?
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xx
Posted by: Engracia | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 02:23 PM
So lovely and what a superb job you've done on it!
Posted by: Sally | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 03:31 PM
Gorgeous Kristine!!
Posted by: Suz | Friday, November 15, 2013 at 11:18 PM
Oh Kris, Adelaide is beautiful - how fast the children are growing. The coat is a lovely cut. Have a wonderful white Christmas. Tx
Posted by: Trudy | Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 06:25 PM
Perfection!
I do love everything about this version - the fit is perfect on Adelaide.
I really like this sort of tailored coats on little girls - timeless and so classic!
Thank you for sharing also your remarks about the construction of the coat - very useful.
Posted by: Ana Sofia | Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at 10:20 AM
So beautiful Kristine!
Posted by: Daniela | Friday, November 22, 2013 at 11:55 PM
Beautiful Kristine!
I love the little detail at the back. The pockets don't look too high for me - think that she will be growing and then will look perfectly in place.
Enjoy your winter trip to cold Europe. She will be nice and warm in that coat.
Posted by: Rocio | Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at 02:42 AM
What a lovely coat. Your daughter looks delightful in it.
I always look forward to your blog input, please can you write more frequent. It really inspires me and I miss it.
HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL XXX
Posted by: gillian | Friday, December 13, 2013 at 03:55 AM