An Oversized, Boxy Silhouette with Minimalist Japanese Aesthetics
Craft your ultimate statement layering piece with the Merchant & Mills The Sanda Coat & Jacket Pattern. Perfect for fashion designers, intermediate sewists, and capsule wardrobe enthusiasts, this versatile paper pattern offers a beautifully relaxed, oversized silhouette with a distinct architectural edge. Designed with a stylishly dropped shoulder and a clean, boxy drape, the Sanda pattern is incredibly easy to wear over chunky winter knitwear and heavy hoodies, making it an indispensable addition to any hand-made cold-weather collection.
Customizable Lengths, Pocket Configurations, and Lining Variations
The true beauty of the Sanda pattern lies in its built-in versatility, allowing you to tailor the final garment to your specific seasonal needs. The pattern features two distinct design views: a full-length, dramatic mid-calf coat equipped with subtle, functional in-seam pockets, and a cropped, casual jacket variation featuring bold front patch pockets. Makers can further customize their build by choosing between a fully lined version for a luxurious, premium weight, or an unlined configuration that showcases beautiful internal construction and bound seams.
A Clever, Beginner-Friendly Intermediate Construction Process
While classified as an intermediate project due to the scale of outerwear construction, the Sanda pattern features genius design shortcuts that make it a surprisingly swift and smooth sew. Instead of a traditional, complex tailored collar, it utilizes a relaxed rolled collar that aligns beautifully and stitches on with minimal effort. Furthermore, its dropped sleeve design completely eliminates the frustration of easing a sleeve cap into an armscye. This pattern pairs spectacularly with a vast range of medium to heavyweight fabrics, allowing you to control the exact structure of your coat:
- Dry Oilskin or Traditional Oilskin: Creates a sharp, highly structured, utility-chic weather-resistant shell.
- Heavyweight 7–12oz Denim or Cotton Canvas: Perfect for a rugged, workwear-inspired everyday jacket.
- Boiled Wool, Tweed, or Heavy Corduroy: Delivers a soft, insulating, and exceptionally cozy drape for classic winter outerwear.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Brand / Designer | Merchant & Mills |
| Pattern Name | The Sanda Coat & Jacket |
| Sizes Available | UK 6–18 |
| Garment Type | Oversized outerwear (Full Coat or Cropped Jacket options) |
| Skill Level | Intermediate (Highly accessible for adventurous beginners) |
| Pattern Details | 1.5 cm standard seam allowances included throughout |
| Key Design Features | Relaxed rolled collar, dropped shoulders, turn-back cuffs, in-seam pockets (coat), and front patch pockets (jacket) |
| Recommended Outer Fabrics | Dry oilskin, traditional oilskin, linen, 7–12oz denim, wool coating, heavy corduroy, cotton twill, or rugged canvas |
| Recommended Lining Fabrics | M&M barrier lining (if pairing with oilskin), cotton voile, lightweight linen, cotton poplin, lightweight wool, or traditional anti-static slip linings |
| Required Notions | Matching thread, 20 mm buttons (4 for jacket, 6 for coat), fusible interfacing (0.8 m for jacket, 1.4 m for coat), pocket bag lining fabric, and 0.5 cm seam tape |
