1960s Fur-Trimmed Crochet Coat & Muff Set — Bust 38–46 Inches

Bring dramatic 1960s winter style to your handmade wardrobe with this authentic crochet coat and matching muff pattern. Inspired by the glamour of the 1920s, the design pairs a neatly textured, button-front coat with a bold yarn-fringed collar and cuffs. In addition, the matching muff repeats the plush trim for a coordinated look. This listing is for the digital crochet instructions, not a finished coat or sewing pattern.

Pattern at a Glance

Era: 1960s
Technique: Crochet, primarily single crochet
Misses sizes: 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 (historical sizing)
Garment width around underarms, buttoned: 38, 40, 42, 44, 46 inches
Includes: coat, fringed collar and cuffs, and matching lined muff
Skill level: Intermediate; garment shaping and sewing/finishing required
Format: Six-page PDF with original instructions and updated Dazespast biography; instant download after purchase

Original Materials and Gauge

The source specifies Phentex yarn: 11 (12, 12, 13, 13) skeins black for the coat, depending on size, plus one skein white for contrast. The muff requires two skeins of the main color and a small amount of contrast color. You also need an aluminum size J crochet hook or a size that achieves gauge, four buttons and three snap fasteners for the coat, and Pellon and lining fabric for the muff. Original gauge: 7 stitches = 2 inches. Please note that the historical pattern gives skein counts rather than a modern yardage conversion.

Construction and Couture Details

First, crochet the coat sections and sleeves using the original stitch and shaping directions. Next, join the seams and finish the front edges and neck. The collar and cuffs use knotted lengths of yarn to create a striking faux-fur effect. Finally, line the collar and cuffs and attach the closures. For the muff, crochet a rectangular piece, add yarn fringe, and sew in the Pellon support and fabric lining before joining the ends.

Modern Maker’s Note

Yarn and gauge: Phentex is a historical brand reference, not a guarantee that a current yarn with the same label will behave alike. Therefore, swatch in single crochet and compare stitch density, weight, texture, firmness, and drape before substituting. Match the original 7-stitch-to-2-inch gauge, and measure the swatch after resting or finishing. Because this coat uses a dense stitch, a heavier yarn can make it stiff or bulky.

Fit and sizing: The stated 38–46 inches are the buttoned garment widths at the underarms, not a modern bust-size chart. Compare them with a garment you own and allow for suitable ease. Also check the intended sleeve length and coat length before beginning.

Trim and finishing: The dramatic collar and cuffs depend on carefully cut and knotted yarn strands. Test a small trim sample for fullness and shedding. In addition, choose a lining that supports the trim without making the edges rigid. The muff needs Pellon-style interfacing and lining fabric; both are essential parts of its structure. Plan time for seams, four buttons, and three snaps.

Color possibilities: Recreate the archival black-and-white contrast, or try midnight navy with ivory, chocolate with cream, charcoal with silver-gray, or deep burgundy with blush. Whatever palette you choose, test both yarn colors together so the trim retains its striking contrast.

How to Wear It Today

Wear the coat over tailored trousers and ankle boots for city dressing. Alternatively, pair it with a sleek midi dress for winter celebrations. The matching muff makes an especially memorable accessory for vintage-inspired portraits, theater evenings, or formal occasions.

What You Receive

One six-page digital reproduction PDF: original pattern cover and instructions for the coat and muff, plus the updated Dazespast mission and biography page. We preserve the historical directions, which are not rewritten as a modern graded pattern. Print at 100% scale. Digital download only; no physical garment or paper pattern will be shipped.

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1960s Fur-Trimmed Crochet Coat and Muff Pattern PDF – Bust 38–46 Inches