Crochet coats
The crochet coat: an exceptional piece
A handmade crochet coat is much more than a garment: it's a wearable work of art, an investment piece that transcends trends and lasts for years. Each coat I create in my workshop in France is the result of demanding artisanal expertise and a passion for exceptional crochet.
A meticulous, multi-month project
Creating a crocheted coat requires between 100 and 200 hours of meticulous work, depending on the length, the complexity of the patterns, and the finishing touches. This is the equivalent of several weeks of full-time work, entirely done by hand, stitch by stitch.
I begin by selecting the yarns with extreme care: they must be warm, strong, comfortable, and beautiful. Often, I combine several types of yarn to achieve the perfect texture, warmth, and drape.
Next comes the construction of the coat: the back, the fronts, the sleeves, the collar... Each part is crocheted separately and then assembled with invisible seams. The finishing touches (edgings, buttonholes, lining if applicable) require as much care as the body of the coat itself.
Truly unique pieces
Unlike mass-produced, industrially made coats, each crocheted coat I create is a unique piece. The natural variations inherent in handwork, the choice of yarns, the patterns... everything contributes to making your coat a creation you won't find anywhere else.
Some coats feature sophisticated openwork patterns, others tighter knits for maximum warmth. Some are long and enveloping, others short and structured. Each style has its own character and tells its own story.
An investment for life
A handmade crochet coat is designed to last for decades. With proper care, it retains its beauty, shape, and warmth year after year. It's a piece you can wear, cherish, and even pass down.
The price of a crocheted coat reflects the hundreds of hours of craftsmanship, the exceptional quality of the materials, and the unique expertise involved. It's an investment in a truly special piece that will last for years to come.
A distinctly bohemian elegance
Wearing a crocheted coat is a statement of elegant and confident bohemian style. It's choosing authenticity over mass production, handmade over industrial, quality over quantity.
A crochet coat pairs perfectly with raw denim jeans and ankle boots for a smart-casual look, or with a flowy dress and knee-high boots for a sophisticated bohemian vibe. It instantly adds character and personality to any outfit.
A Made in France commitment
Each coat is entirely designed and made in my workshop in France. From the selection of the yarns to the final finishing touches, everything is done by hand, locally, with passion and exacting standards.
This approach guarantees impeccable quality, supports French craftsmanship, and is part of a slow and responsible fashion, the opposite of fast fashion.
How to care for your crochet coat
A crocheted coat requires delicate but simple care:
Washing: Hand wash in lukewarm water with a mild wool detergent, or professional dry cleaning
Drying: Lay flat on a towel, never hang (to avoid deformation).
Storage: Folded and stored in a dry place, with natural moth-repellent sachets
Wearing: Allow the coat to breathe between wears to help it retain its shape.
With these simple care steps, your crochet coat will last for years while retaining all its beauty.
A play that tells a story
Each crocheted coat carries within it the story of its creation: the hours spent crocheting each stitch, the aesthetic choices, the technical challenges overcome, the passion put into every detail.
When you wear a Cachalabibi crochet coat, you are wearing much more than a garment: you are wearing a unique handcrafted work, a passed-down skill, and a commitment to authentic and sustainable fashion.