McCall's sewing pattern M8123 – Victorian ladies' coat by Angela Clayton (1880s)
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- Difficulty level: simply
- Including seam allowance (except Burda)
- Languages: German, English, and French
The McCall's sewing pattern M8123 by designer Angela Clayton combines meticulous craftsmanship with the unmistakable style of Victorian fashion around 1880. This elegant coat captivates with its vertical seams and pressed creases, creating a perfect princess silhouette . With a wide collar, front button closure, pleated back seam, and shaped hem, the design harmoniously blends femininity and structure. The two-piece sleeves offer freedom of movement and elegance. A timelessly beautiful project for sewers who love historical fashion – perfect for role-playing, costume parties, or elegant autumn strolls in the style of centuries past.
💡 Recommended combination:
Pair the coat with a Victorian dress (e.g., McCall's M7988), lace gloves , and a small hat with feathers or a veil . Velvet fabrics and decorative antique-style buttons add authentic touches.
📜 Historical context:
The fashion of the 1880s was characterized by structured silhouettes and defined waists. Coats and jackets were cut to accentuate the figure-hugging shape of dresses while also providing protection. Angela Clayton masterfully captures this style with the M8123: a coat that combines practical warmth with elegant lines. The princess seams and pressed creases were characteristic of the fashion of this period—an expression of sophistication and craftsmanship.
Fabric recommendation:
*With pile. **Without pile. Wool, wool blends, gabardine, lining: silk, taffeta, interfacing: sewn in. Note: Fabric requirements take into account pile, one-sided design, or shading. Additional fabric may be required to adjust to the design or due to shrinkage.
This is included in your cut:
- Illustrated and described work steps
- Sewing instructions
- Cutting plan
- Material consumption
Seam and hem allowances of 1.5 cm are included in the pattern (except: BURDA STYLE)
EU responsible person/manufacturer/importer:
VOGUE Patterns / Butterick / McCALLS / KnowMe / Simplicity / KwikSew:
Manufacturer:
IG Design Group Americas Inc. Atlanta. GA. 30342 USA Contact: sewdirect@dga-intl.com
Responsible person:
IG Design Group BV 7903 AK Hoogeveen Netherlands Contact: igdesigngroup.eu EU Importer: Cremer GmbH & Co. KG 53879 Euskirchen Germany Contact: info@cremer-kg.de
BURDA Style:
Verlag Aenne Burda GmbH & Co. KG Hubert-Burda-Platz 2 77652 Offenburg Germany Contact: burdastyle@burdadirect.de
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