COMING OCTOBER 16th
The Thompson is a mackintosh style button front coat. Comfortably oversized with plenty of room for layering underneath with a second view (B) that finishes at the mid calf. While the main view features a laydown collar there is a second option with a detachable hood and band collar.
If you're looking to line your Thompson, see the lining expansion which also includes lining for the detachable hood.
Our patterns come in PDF format for use at home, copy shop or projecting with both size ranges included.
Features
- Wide welt front pockets
- Sculpted sleeves with shaping darts at cuff
- Button front closure
- Choice of laydown collar or band collar
- Detachable hood with band collar option
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Notions/Tools
Buttons : x4, 7/8" (23mm/36L)
All-purpose thread in matching colors
Heavyweight topstitching thread
Pocket lining : 1/2 yd ( .5 m)
Light weight interfacing : view A 1 yd (1 m) / view B 1 1/2 yd (1.5 m)
Needles : Denim/Heavy 90/14 or 100/16
Detachable hood (option 2) : x6 buttons or snaps, 5/8" (15mm/24L)
Marking tool
Edgestitch foot (1/8", 3/8") (optional)
Snap press (optional)
Fabric Usage & Measurements
See measurements Here.
FABRIC RECOMMENDATION
For best results choose a woven coat or jacket weight fabric; twill/canvas/oilskin/wool. However, we believe you can make everything out of anything, feel free to contact us for advice if you're feeling adventurous.
SIZE & FIT
This pattern is available in 2 size ranges; DD XS-XXL and JJ 1X-5X
Alexandra is wearing a size XL from the DD size range in nylon taffeta, View A. Her measurements are; 44", 38 1/2", 47 1/2"" at 5'4"
Rachel is wearing a size S from the DD size range in a cotton twill, View B. Her measurements are; 34", 28", 37 3/4" at 5'11"