Michael's coat is finished -- a few days after his birthday I'm afraid -- and here are some photos of him wearing it!

I don't think I ever mentioned that the pattern I used as a base is a vintage Seventies unisex hooded caftan pattern, Butterick 5151.  Why did I use a caftan pattern, you're probably wondering.  Honestly, I don't even remember. I wanted a very basic, slightly A-line shape (two simple fronts and a back), with a hood, a center zipper (which I extended down to the hem) and one-piece sleeves.  Naturally I shortened the length (can you image a floor-length fur coat on Michael?), eliminated the pocket, and, since Michael is somewhat broad across the front, I added roughly 2" to the total front width.  That's about it.  I also added front facings and a lining.

I don't think I'll be making another faux fur coat for a while: it took me three years from the time we bought the fur and the lining (from Mood Fabrics) to make this one.  I'm glad to have cleared out some space in my fabric cabinet by using this bulky fur yardage.  Actually, I think I've already filled that empty space.

As with all my other fur coat projects, I have a lot of scraps.  What to do with them all?

And that's it!  

Exciting days ahead in the USA: stay calm, stay safe, and happy sewing!