The Fashion Sewing Group  It's about the clothes.

When you live in Chicago, a great winter coat is a necessity. For three seasons of the year, the world sees you mostly in a coat, so I have at least a dozen. Besides the fall and winter neutrals, I love making a coat in late January in a bright color to perk up my winter and get me through those first cool days of spring. This coat has a low enough armhole to accommodate a bulky sweater or suit jacket, a flattering easy to sew pocket for your essentials, and a collar that you can just button-up to keep the chill out. The two lengths will cover your long or short skirts, and look great with pants, so make yourself more than one ...change the pocket style, do some topstitching, eliminate the collar for a minimalist look or add a big scarf and you'll be toasty while you look fabulous.

You can also use the hood in pattern 1945C instead of this collar.

Descriptions: Misses semi-fitted, lined coat has angled, single welt pockets or patch pockets. Two-piece sleeves and collar. Collar can be worn down, or with a button closure on the collar, as a stand-up version. The coat is designed to fit over a bulky sweater or suit jacket.

Fabrics: Wool, cashmere, or alpaca coating.