Out of the Closet: Coats

It's time to wear a coat. I resist wearing a coat until I absolutely must. Thus far, no coat worn to work yet, and I got an extended warm weather reprieve with a business trip to Orlando. Now it's time to face reality. A luscious coppery corduroy is in the dryer right now, to cut into a jacket. I flipped through all my coat patterns today but they feel so utilitarian and boring. However, they will all do the job.

For more fun, what about this Modes Royale on eBay right now:

I've never gotten into vintage patterns. Maybe I should! Like I need another sewing-related spending habit ...