This is a sewing pattern for an 1830´s Frock Coat.

The term Frock Coat is mention from 1816 for a male coat like garment. Developed from the over coat it offered more warmth then a Dress Coat. Contrasting to the overcoat it was tight fitting, emphasizing a narrow waistline. During the 18th century similar garments were worn by working man, but got out of style completely during the Empire / Regency era. During the 19th century the Frock Coat developed form an informal garment to formal day wear.

This sewing pattern tries to show a detailed and historically accurate construction of a 1830´s Tailcoat . But of course all interfacings can be replaced by fusible, a modern working and machine sewing can be chosen.

Also suitable for steampunk or cosplay costumes.

Please scroll down for yardage and pattern information.

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It is a multi-size pattern, you can choose between US 34-44 (EU 44-54) and US 46-56 (EU 56-66).
The pattern comes with detailed and illustrated sewing instructions in English and German.
This is a paper pattern, printed on solid, white paper (60-80g/m2).

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Recommended fabrics:
Fashion Fabric: felted wool fabrics, suit or coat fabrics, tweed, velvet
Interfacing: Hair canvas or midweight linnen fabric
Bodice lining: glazed cotton fabric
Sleeve and skirt lining: silk or viscose lining fabric

Fabric required:
Size US 34-44 (EU 44-54):
Fashion fabric: 4yds. (3,5m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Velvet: 0.6yds. (0.5m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Bodice lining: 0.8yds. (0,7m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Sleeve and skirt lining: 2.2yds. (2m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Interfacing: 1.6yds. (1,4m) with a width of 32“ (80cm)
Fabric covered Buttons: 10 pcs.: 1“ (2,5cm); 6 pcs.: 5/8“ (1,5cm)
Cotton tape 1/2“ (1cm) wide: 10yds. (10m)

Size US 46-56 (EU 56-66):
Fashion fabric: 5yds. (4,5m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Velvet: 0.7yds. (0.6m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Bodice lining: 1yd. (0,9m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Sleeve and skirt lining: 2.6yds. (2,4m) with a width of 52“ (130cm)
Interfacing: 2yds. (1,8m) with a width of 32“ (80cm)
Fabric covered Buttons: 10 pcs.: 1“ (2,5cm); 6 pcs.: 5/8“ (1,5cm)
Cotton tape 1/2“ (1cm) wide: 10yds. (10m)