The Chore Coat has a boxy fit, with a slight drop shoulder, and gently tapered, set in sleeve, and is made from a 19th century, wool-batted quilt that is both hand-pieced and quilted in a Twinkling Star pattern (with black thread!). It features a stunning array of fabrics in deep, rich jewel tones, and a range of textures including different wool, suiting, cotton fabrics, and more. The backing of this quilt was originally comprised of 4 panels made from two different types of fabrics, and while one remained intact, the other was entirely disintegrated. To give this quilt a new life, we constructed inner facings and an under collar from vintage herringbone wool, and fully lined the body and sleeves in a beautiful dusty blue lining fabric. To give this silhouette a modern, while still utilitarian feel, it features antique brass snaps and hybrid handwarmer and patch style front pockets. It is in quite good condition otherwise for its age, and we have made some mends, and left other areas as is to not distract or detract from the original quilt.
As this is an antique quilt that lived a full life prior to being reworked into a wearable garment, it is possible it shows its age in areas - these are not viewed as flaws, but rather giving it character and showing it's history. I have done my best to capture such areas in the photos, but is possible that not all are photographed. Please review all images as returns are not accepted - no exceptions.
For reference, I am 5'7" and my body measurements are: 34.5" bust, 26.5" waist, 37" hips.
Measurements (taken flat across) - it can be helpful to compare measurements a coat you already own:
Chest (armpit to armpit): 23.5"
Length (top of the shoulder to bottom hem): 27.5"
Sleeve (armpit to sleeve hem): 18"
Arm length (against the collar to sleeve opening): 29"
Shoulders: 20" across