Closet Core Patterns | Phoebe Coat
THIS IS A PAPER PATTERN
Printed pattern sheets + instructions, all nicely packaged in a matching envelope.
Modern yet timeless, Phoebe is a double-breasted coat with a cocoon shape. Fully lined, it features a dramatic notched collar and lapel that can also be worn closed to stop drafts. The dropped shoulder, roomy two-piece sleeve, and oversized fit make this coat ideal for layering over bulky winter layers. Destined to keep you warm on the coldest of days, this pattern is a great introduction to sewing tailored garments.
- View A is below-knee length with large patch pockets.
- View B ends at mid-thigh with inseam pockets.
Phoebe is available in alpha sizing from XS-4X.
Sewing level: Experienced
Size Chart: Click here.
Finished measurements: Click here.
Fabric suggestions:
- Coat body: mid- to heavyweight coatings such as melton, bouclé, tweed, felt, and boiled wool.
- Lining: Lightweight silky fabrics such as rayon bemberg, charmeuse, kasha, and crepe de chine.
- Interfacing: midweight weft interfacing
Yardage ( Sizes XXS-4X) - 1.14 m wide
BELOW KNEE LENGTH - FABRIC
Sizes XXS-S = 3.9 m, Sizes M-L = 4.6 m, Sizes XL-1X = 4.8 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 5.2 m
BELOW KNEE LENGTH - LINING
Sizes XXS-L = 3 m, Sizes XL-1X = 3.2 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 3.4 m
BELOW KNEE LENGTH - INTERFACING (58" WIDE)
Sizes XXS-S = 2.3 m, Sizes M-1X = 2.5 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 3 m
MID THIGH LENGTH - FABRIC
Sizes XXS-S = 3 m, Sizes M-L = 3.2 m, Sizes XL-1X = 3.6 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 4.1 m
MID THIGH LENGTH - LINING
Sizes XXS-1X = 2.5 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 3 m
MID THIGH LENGTH - INTERFACING (58" WIDE)
Sizes XXS-S = 2 m, Sizes M-L = 2.3 m, Sizes XL-1X = 2.5 m, Size 2X-4X = 2.7 m
Yardage ( Sizes XXS-4X) - 1.5 m wide
BELOW KNEE LENGTH
Sizes XXS-S = 3 m, Sizes M-L = 3.4 m, Sizes XL-1X = 3.6 m, Size 2X-4X = 4.1 m
BELOW KNEE LENGTH - LINING
Sizes XXS-S = 2 m, Sizes M-L = 2.7 m, Sizes XL-1X = 3 m, Size 2X-4X = 3.2 m
BELOW KNEE LENGTH - INTERFACING
Sizes XXS-S = 2.3 m, Sizes M-1X = 2.5 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 3 m
MID THIGH LENGTH
Sizes XXS-S = 2.7 m, Sizes M-L = 3.2 m, Sizes XL-1X = 3.4 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 3.6m
MID THIGH LENGTH - LINING
Sizes XXS-S = 1.8 m, Sizes M-1X = 2.5 m, Sizes 2X-4X = 2.7 m
MID THIGH LENGTH - INTERFACING
Sizes XXS-S = 2 m, Sizes M-L = 2.3 m, Sizes XL-1X = 2.5 m, Size 2X-4X = 2.7 m
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Buttons, 1" (25 mm) x 7
- Hand sewing needles
- Tailor’s ham and seam roll
- Press cloth (cotton or silk organza)
- Tailorʼs clapper
- Optional: Cotton stay tape, 1/4" (6 mm) wide x 1 yd (1 m) for reinforcing shoulder seams
- Optional: Topstitching thread