Minerva Coat Sewing Pattern 4497 – Women’s Empire Waist Coat with Hood
Introducing a digital sewing pattern for the structured women’s coat with an Empire waistline, flared skirt panels, and hood – Elegant Silhouette with Functional Warmth.
WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 4497
This women’s coat is a refined outerwear piece that combines comfort with graceful structure, making it ideal for:
- Everyday Wear: Stylish yet practical for commuting, shopping, or casual walks.
- Cold Weather: The hood and tailored construction provide warmth and layering potential.
- Occasions: The Empire waist cut and flared hemline bring a feminine touch, suitable for both day-to-day and more polished outings.
KEY DESIGN FEATURES
Silhouette: Fitted bodice with raised Empire waist, flowing into a flared lower section.
Neckline & Hood: Integrated hood for warmth and casual elegance.
Closure: Front button fastening with three buttons.
Sleeves: Long two-piece sleeves for refined shaping.
Panels: Princess seams create fit through the bust and waist before releasing into fullness.
Movement: Flared skirt panels add drape and fluidity.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Intermediate. Requires precision when sewing curved seams, attaching the hood, and setting the lining.
SEAM ALLOWANCES
No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at €1 is chosen, all seams are 1 cm. Hem allowances: coat hem – 3 cm; sleeve hem – 3 cm.
Please note: A single contour on the pattern pieces means no seam allowances are included. A double contour indicates seam allowances are included.
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR COAT SEWING PATTERN 4497
Well-draping coat fabrics in natural or blended fibers:
- Wool coating
- Cashmere blends
- Gabardine
- Heavy twill
Lining: viscose, acetate, or polyester.
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Fusible interfacing
- Lining fabric
- 3 buttons
- Shoulder pads
- Sleeve heads
CUTTER’S MUST FOR COAT SEWING PATTERN 4497
NOTE: If you want the same length of this coat as on 3d renderings (images), extend its length by 30 cm.
From Main Fabric:
- Center Back – 2 pieces
- Side Back – 2 pieces
- Center Front – 2 pieces
- Side Front – 2 pieces
- Lower Back – 2 pieces
- Lower Front – 2 pieces
- Center Front Facing – 2 pieces
- Back Neckline Facing – 1 piece
- Upper Sleeve – 2 pieces
- Lower Sleeve – 2 pieces
- Hood – 2 pieces
From Lining Fabric:
From the lining, cut the below pieces using the main patterns with the following modifications:
- Center Front – exclude Center Front Facing area, cut 2.
- Side Front – cut 2.
- Center Back – exclude Back Neckline Facing area, cut 2.
- Side Back – cut 2.
- Lower Back – cut 2.
- Lower Front – exclude Center Front Facing area, cut 2.
- Upper Sleeve – cut 2.
- Under Sleeve – cut 2.
- Hood – cut 2.
From Fusible Interfacing:
- Center Front
- Center Front Facing
- Back Neck Facing
- Body and Sleeves hem allowances
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out the paper patterns according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine yardage. Always include paired and symmetrical pieces.
When joining, carefully align all notches—especially along the Empire waist and hood seams—to maintain shape and balance.
COAT SEWING PATTERN 4497 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS
Coat sewing pattern 4497 is available in the following formats:
DXF AAMA – For 3D designers, fully compatible with most 3D fashion software.
PLT – For contractors, enabling precise cutting layouts.
PDF – Print-at-home format for advanced sewists.
CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES
Coat sewing pattern 4497 offers both custom sizing based on individual measurements and ASTM US standard sizing:
- Bust: 35 cm to 170 cm
- Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm
The drafting software tailors the pattern to your specific dimensions, ensuring ideal fit at the shoulders, Empire waist, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.
