Fabric
Boiled Wool in Autumn: Stonemountain & Daughter Fabrics kindly provided the fabric used for the burnt orange Camden cape.
Supplies
Books
A Shepherd’s Life by James Rebanks is a thought-provoking look at what it’s like to be a shepherd carrying on an ancient way of life in today’s world, and at ideas around class, work, and society in general.
Built by Wendy: Coats and Jackets: learn to adapt, adjust, make your own jackets and outwear based off basic patterns.
Websites
The Natural Fibre Company: a video documenting wool processing from sheep to yarn.
Wovember: a quirky, fun, and participatory UK-based online campaign that celebrates wool, sheep, and handcrafts each November.
The Woolful Podcast:Learn a little more about the world of wool. Ashley hosts guests from shepherds to yarn makers to fiber artists, and always has thoughtful interviews.
Jacquard weaving: A fascinating video by the Victoria & Albert museum on the process of jacquard weaving.
Patterns
- The Anise Jacket by Colette Patterns.
- The Albion Coat by Colette Pattern
- The Cascade Duffle Coat by Grainline
- The Tamarack Jacket by Grainline
Classes
Coatmaking Techniques: practice couture finishes while sewing Vogue 9040.
Jacket Fitting Techniques: learn drape-fitting technique to help you achieve superior quality jacket fit.