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The Indygo Junction Sophia Swing Coat is an unlined swing coat featuring raglan sleeves, a back yoke with a deep pleat and inseam pockets. The sleeves come in two lengths.
For the construction of this coat, I followed the instructions for the most part. After cutting all the pieces out, I serged their edges because the denim that I used was fraying quite a bit. I chose to serge the sleeve dart instead of using a straight stitch, because I felt it would help eliminate any bubbling that could have occurred on the dart.
I didn’t use any interfacing in construction, because the denim I used for the coat had enough structure on its own. I think most of Indygo Junction‘s patterns are intended to be able to be used with quilting cotton, because the yardage is given for 44″-45″ fabric, and if you were using quilting cotton you would absolutely need the interfacing.
I also didn’t follow the instructions for the back pleat, though the instructions given make perfect sense and would work wonderfully. I treated the pleat in a similar way to an invisible zipper, and basted the pleat shut, pressed it flat, and then once the coat was finished I removed the basting to have a very nice pleat.
When the coat was finished, I decided to leave it open instead of installing a button closure. I think I would feel like I was choking if I installed a button, but I am not a fan of high necklines. So instead of wearing it as intended, I will be turning back the lapel/collar and wearing the jacket this way.
I really like that the Sophia Swing Coat has pockets that are big enough to hold a cell phone and/or my wallet. The pockets are located in just the right spot so my hands slide in and out of the pockets without having to fiddle around to find them.
The back of the coat has a raglan style yoke with a deeply pleated back piece. I like the style of this, and can see me using this style for other makes along the way. The coat did turn out to be a little longer than I had envisioned, and when I make or hack this pattern again, I will certainly shorten the pattern a bit. In fairness to Indygo Junction the Sophia Swing Coat does hit me pretty much exactly where it hits the model on the pattern illustration.
One last thing that I am truly pleased with…the coat actually looks like the sample images on the pattern cover. Huge kudos to Indygo Junction for that!!!
Rating:
Size range: 5- The size range for the Indygo Junction Sophia Swing Coat goes all the way to a 3X (24/26) with a 54 inch bust and 56 inch hips.
Instructions: 5 – Though I didn’t follow the instructions to the letter (just personal preference on method) the instructions are concise and this pattern would be easy enough even for a beginner.
Construction: 4 – The construction of the pattern is pretty good. The shoulder darts on the raglan sleeves make for a great fit. I only deducted a point because the closed collar really did feel like it was choking me.
Final fit: 5 (with the collar turned back)
Overall rating: 4.75- The Sophia Swing Coat is an easy to follow pattern with a wide variety of sizes.
***This pattern was provided free to me by Indygo Junction, however all opinions expressed are the my own and not influenced by Indygo Junction Pattern Company in any way.***
GIVEAWAY: Indygo Junction has generously offered to give a 10-pack of their patterns and three yards of Crossroads Denim fabric to a lucky U.S.-based CSC reader, and a 5-pack of their PDF patterns to one of our international readers. Enter to win by commenting below by Friday, March 18 and indicate whether you live in the U.S. or outside the U.S.
Thank you for the review…the neckline would bother me, too, so it’s nice to see the folded back option. I love the denim you chose for the jacket! Thanks for the great giveaway; I’m in the US.
Wow I love the back yoke & pleat! Inside the US.
Fabulous fabric choice!
Thanks for the opportunity (I live in the US)
Very nice lines, comfy looking. Have not used IJ pattern myself, would like to give them a try. This looks like it would make a season spanning pieces especially here in the southeast US where winter doesn’t often require a serious coat.
This is a wonderful pattern. Hope I win but even if I don’t, I see it in my future!
What a great spring jacket! (Outside US)
Wow that’s a nice coat! Love!
Do I count as a US based sewer because my mailing address is in Washington? Hope hope hope!
Otherwise sign me up under international. Either way I’m in because this pattern looks great.
Your jacket looks great. I usually skip over ‘win this’ posts as it is very rare for a competition to include International readers. I would love to win! (Qld, Australia).
Cute jacket, and it looks great on you! I would wear it with the lapel turned back as well. The fabric you choice is perfect! Please also enter me in the giveaway – northern CA! 🙂
Love this coat, but agree that the neckline is to high. I hate that choked feeling! (US)
I like the idea and the look of the neckline folded back into a faux lapel look. It does look like it sits rather high without it folded back. Looks very nice! Love the fabric you chose.
I love the patterned denim you used. So pretty. Please enter me for the US giveaway. Thanks!
I live in the United States and would love to receive this giveaway. I actually need to make three of these. One for me, as I have recently gained enough weight due to medication that literally nothing in my closet fits me, so I don’t go out anywhere. Also, one for my 5′, 220 lb, 86 year old mother who is always cold. And, third, a coat for my size 4x sister-in-law who just got a new job and would look so pretty in this. Thank you for your hard wor,k, and kind, generous offer of a give away!
Your coat is so, so good! Thanks for these pattern reviews. I’d love to win and sew a few things for myself. I live in the US. Thanks for the offer!
Canadian! Thats a great spring coat 🙂 I’ve never looked at Indygo before. 🙂
I like this in the denim you used. I’d like to win the pack. I live in the UK
I’m in the Seattle area. This coat is beautiful! I’d love to win the patterns as I haven’t been able to sew any independent patterns and would love to use them!!
I’m in the US and would love to win. This looks like a pattern that would work well with my body shape and be great for work.
This is one cute pattern…the sleeves are comfortable and a swing coat is my fav. Yes would love to win this pattern-I have just the fabric, or rather fabrics!
i would love to win, i love to sew, i have seen several patterns for the plus size women. i live in the us.
I love swing coats. The length of this one would be great for my apple shape. I live in the USA.
Looks like a fun coat. I live in the U.S.
I am loving this blog and this coat pattern from Indygo Junction. Being a plus sized woman I always love to designs that work for all body types.
Canadian reader here. This coat is great- I’d love to pair it with the Hot Patterns woven tunic dress. Thanks for the great review.
Cute coat! Wouldn’t have thought to use denim.
I live in US and this coat is won-der-ful!
Great job. Love swing coats.
I really like Indygo Junction style and feel that my age is getting closer to 40 it suits me. I am a US reader and would love to try some more IJ patterns.
Lovely fabric, and a well-written review of this pattern. Excellent work! I’m in western Colorado
I love the material you used for this coat! Even though it frayed like crazy it was worth it 🙂 You did such a great sewing job as well – it’s just lovely with a pair of jeans. People will be asking you where you bought it!
I love all the possibilities this pattern presents. It looks like a perfect addition to my wardrobe.
Washington state here…I think this would make a great travel jacket also. I can see it made in a rain-shedding fabric or just a lightweight something that can be layered. I too like the look of the shaped sleeve cap. I’m glad you gave us a picture of the collar laid open, which I think looks great. I could see facing the front with a contrast fabric…so (or is that sew?) many options! Love your blog.
USA I’m in Arizona & this coat is very unique. I can totally see it in a dusky weather proof fabric done up in a western way. We have a fashion magazine here called, Cowboys & Indians. It’s chalked full of boutique style clothes that are very expensive. I vs totally see this jacket in there. I just love it. Thanks for sharing and the inspiration!
Noelle
Australian reader here – nice jacket to start off our Autumn. Like the collar open, love the length & always a fan of a sharp pleat.
US resident here. Great looking coat.
Cute, perky coat. Perfect for that extra layer or to pull an outfit together. I think the front neck would be OK for me since I “never” button up coats. Appreciate the comments on the raglan sleeves. They can be tricky to fit right. I live in WA state, USA. (where another layer is always the right thing to have)
Another coat to add to the list! I live outside the US.
I live in the US. in Alabama. I would love to make this
This Canadian has some perfect fabric in her stash for this jacket!
I live in Texas and occasionally need a raincoat. This would make a great raincoat pattern.
I love the Modern Silhouette Vest and have sewn it three times. Would love to win more of their patterns. This coat is so cute!
Looks like a great pattern! In a lightweight cotton or linen, it would be perfect to throw on in a chilly restaurant. I live in the US, in Tennessee, where the air conditioning is always on in restaurants. It’s difficult to pick an outfit in the summer because it’s so hot outside and so cool inside. This coat would fit the bill!
I think this would be a great first coat for me. I love the style. I have made raincoats for the kids though. I’m in the US.
Just starting to switch to sewing from quilting, need to fill a pattern stash.
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Nice job! I agree, the neckline would choke you, if you make it again, perhaps lower the front neckline a bit. How hard would it be to line it? Here in Canada a lining would be a good idea.
Nice make. I agree with your feelings about the button being so high up. I would have probably put it around the collar’s bottom or use a frog closure (I think that’s what it’s called). Anyway not much use for coats in Barbados so I enjoy looking at everyone else’s.
I love this coat! My only change would be to make it just long enough to cover my butt – unless doing it as a raincoat. I’m in the U.S.
Fabulous coat! It would be great to try Indygo Junction patterns, so thanks so much for the opportunity. I’m in France.
I would love to win the indigo Junction swing coach pattern and fabric to make it. The jacket is lovely and looks fabulous on the model! It’s the kind of jacket I love to wear, and I love jackets! LOL
Great looking coat! Great job! I’d love to try Indygo Junction patterns – I am in Canada!