Car Coat Sewing Pattern
Sew your timeless Car Coat with this versatile sewing pattern. Designed for comfort, style, and everyday wear, the Car Coat is a relaxed outerwear piece that’s perfect for layering over sweaters, dresses, or shirts. Whether you’re heading out for a walk in the city or dressing up for a casual evening, this jacket is your go-to wardrobe staple.
A free Sew-Along video is available on our YouTube channel, guiding you step-by-step from cutting your fabric to the final stitch — perfect for visual learners! Watch the video here.
Sizes
- Available in sizes 2XS-4XL. (Please refer to the size chart in the listing images.)
- Metric Height: 172 cm, Chest: 76-128 cm
- Imperial Height: 5'8", Chest: 30-50"
Design Features
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Loose, boxy silhouette
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Deep front and back yoke with clean, modern lines
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Two Welt pockets with optional flaps
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Convertible collar that can be worn open or closed
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Button front closure
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Long sleeves with a comfortable fit
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate – The Car Coat is a satisfying project for sewists who have made a few garments before. The Sew-Along video and detailed instructions will help you achieve a professional finish.
Fabric Suggestions
The Car Coat works beautifully in medium to heavyweight woven fabrics such as wool, boiled wool, tweed, jacquard, denim, or heavy cotton. Select a fabric with sufficient structure to maintain the jacket’s shape.
What’s Included
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Printable sewing pattern in Letter/A4 (50 pages), A0 (2 pages), and Projector format
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Fully illustrated step-by-step sewing instructions in English
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Links to a complete Sew-Along video tutorial
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Layered sizes so you can print only what you need
Why You’ll Love It
This sewing pattern offers the perfect balance between comfort and style. Its clean lines, practical details, and timeless look make it a piece you’ll want to sew again and again — in different fabrics for every season.
Download your Car Coat Sewing Pattern today and create your own stylish, handmade outerwear with confidence — with our free YouTube Sew-Along to guide you every step of the way. Use #WBMcarcoat on IG
Instructions with the following elements:
- Pattern overview with pattern names and cutting instructions. (page 3)
- Page overview showing how to tape the pages together (page 3)
- Measurements of the body and garment are provided in both Imperial and metric units. (pages 4-5)
- Style illustration of the garment shown from the front and back. (page 6)
- Materials list with recommended fabrics and trims. (Page 7)
- Illustrated instructions with step-by-step line drawings explained in English.
Pattern pieces
- Pattern pieces with seam allowances included.
- Layered file with each size on a separate layer.
What you get is the following:
- Instructions booklet
- PDF pattern in A4 and Letter
- PDF pattern in A0
- Separate projector file
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Print at Home — A4 and Letter Files
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Print your pattern on A4 or US Letter-sized paper. More details here
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Assemble the pages easily by taping them together following our clear layout guides.
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Tape the pages together with these easy steps.
A0 Copy Shop File
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Skip the taping! Our A0 files let you print full-size patterns. Find a local vetted shop that specializes in printing sewing patterns.
Projector File for Paperless Sewing
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All our PDF patterns include a projector-optimized file.
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Features a large workspace, thick lines, left and right pattern pieces, and separate layers for each size.
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Includes a scaling grid in metric and imperial measurements.
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Offers layers for both light and dark backgrounds, ensuring perfect visibility.
YouTube Sew-Along Videos
Learn by watching! Our YouTube channel features over 50 sew-along videos, guiding you through each pattern step by step. Ideal for visual learners who require additional support.
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