Emmie's Crocheting Patterns: Ladies' Apparel : OUTERWEAR: Thirty-Seven Patterns for Coats, Toppers and Jackets

Crochet is unique in being extremely flexible in terms of utilizing twine, string, yarn, hemp or straw (rather than prepared fabric) and a hook. Because each stitch is knotted, it is extremely durable for outerwear. A crocheted coat will last decades after soft knitted sweaters have worn out. Crochet can be done anywhere, no machine needed; crochet is a life skill.