Curio Coat

This stunning coat is classic in front and creative in back. It’s perfect for cool spring days. The pattern includes options for striping or colorwork triangles, classic or poof sleeves, and simple embroidery you can add to give it a unique touch. With all the different ways to customize this coat, you are sure to create a work of art perfect for your own style and personality. The coat is made from the top down with raglan sleeves, separated for body and sleeves with sleeves worked after (including 2 style options). The collar and button-band edging are added after. **Finished Measurements** Finished bust measures 32 (36, 40, 44, 47)(51, 54.5, 58, 62)” meant to be worn with 2-4 inches of positive ease. **Yarn** WeCrochet Curio Crochet Thread (Size 3, 100% Mercerized Cotton; 295 yards/100g): for standard sleeves: 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) (8, 9, 9, 10), buy an extra ball or two for insurance if making the version with poof sleeves. *Striped version:* 2 colors, 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) (4, 5, 5, 5) balls each color. *Triangle version:* 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) (7, 8, 8, 9) balls of main color and a small amount of 5 complimentary colors (sample uses Tea Rose, Hollyberry, Copper, Turmeric, Comfrey, and Navy) **Hook** US D (3.25mm) Crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge **Notions** Yarn Needle Six 3/4” buttons Tape measure 6 stitch markers Embroidery thread (1-4 colors – optional) Embroidery needle (optional) **Gauge** 22 sts and 12 rows = 4” over Double Crochet, blocked