I chose a simple coat pattern from Burda's October 2008 issue. It has straight lines, a high collar, raglan sleeves and reaches the knees. I think the simple style will really showcase the beauty of the fabric.
Image from here.I traced the pattern, made minor alterations, and steeled myself for cutting. I've read about the need for careful cutting --- but did I take that to heart? No, of course not. In my excitement to move forward, I rationalized that my faux pile was on the short side so I could just cut out the pieces per usual --- rather than cutting out the patterns in a single layer and just cutting into the backing fabric to minimize cutting the actual fur hairs. Bad move. Needless to say, I have many, many tufts of faux fur all over my dining room/cutting area. Even my cat is staying away. Lesson learned --- careful cutting will help minimize the flying fur!
I cut my Tissavel fur last week with the vacuum hose close by! It was in my nose! I can't wait to see your coat!
ReplyDeleteomigosh, this is going to be beautiful! I only bought a small amount of the tissavel, so my projects will be small... I must live vicariously through you!
ReplyDeleteGreat pattern choice for your fur. I was looking though my old Burda magazines recently and noticed they have featured patterns for faux furs for years. I can't believe I hadn't noticed til now.
ReplyDeleteEven with careful cutting, I had fur everywhere.
Yep. Get the vacuum out.
ReplyDeleteKeep it AWAY from all your black fabric......those two really fight.......
I've just traced off that pattern to make a fur coat too! I haven't cut my fabric yet so will take your advice on board!
ReplyDeleteWow this is going to look amazing on you. Can't wait to see it all done and you modeling it for us
ReplyDeleteHappy 2011 to you too
I love the idea of silver faux fur. Can't wait to see the outcome.
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