Soon the time for swimsuits and dresses will be behind us, and we need to dress warmer. And, as usual, as soon as it gets cold, we immediately climb into the closet and rummage through the entire wardrobe in search of warm things.
And how is the picture?
But the picture is not always so optimistic.
It may also turn out that there is nothing to wear.
Get to work...
So what should we do?
The main thing is not to get upset and panic or depression!
What to do if an old coat does not please the eye or does not flatter the figure - this question immediately begins to haunt us and spins in our heads. But, if you look at it from a different point of view, then this is an opportunity to please yourself with a new thing
But if you still decide to sew, then you need to decorate your new coat
And if there is no money for a new coat, then you can decorate an old coat.
Scrolling through the pages of the Internet, I noticed several ways to decorate a coat, which I want to share with you.
1. You can use lace in decoration. Its location can be different - it depends on your desire.
2. It is also possible to decorate with ruffles. It’s tritely simple to do, but it looks quite unusual and impressive.
3. More labor-intensive design, but it also has its place.
On both sides, the folds are laid and stitched in one direction, and in the center - in the other.
4. If the coat is made from raincoat fabric, then such a model can include a decorative knot such as stitched flowers from the main fabric.
5. You can also decorate your coat with a beautiful or unusual collar.
6. A hood is also a kind of decoration, and also functional 😉
7. If you have a wasp waist, then you can and even need to emphasize it!
A belt is ideal. It will attract attention and emphasize the waist.
8. You can also decorate your coat with contrasting trim.
Or large decorative details.
9. Buttons are also the most beautiful decoration.
If the coat is made in the style of nautical peacoats, then the best solution is the corresponding buttons.
10. Another option to decorate a plain coat is with buttons in a contrasting color.
They look impressive. And if you choose the appropriate accessories, you can look like such a star that everyone around you will be jealous!
Think about it! This is possible if you simply choose the right buttons for your coat.
More ideas
Decoration with cord and braid in the color of the base
There is also lace decor, but the lace should not be on a mesh, but like macrame or crocheted.
Instead of a button fastener, make a zipper fastener. Moreover, sew it on top of the fabric. It’s better if the zipper is “Tractor” and opens in both directions s.Color close to the color of the coat or any other color (for example, the color of a bag or shoes)
You can also make a beautiful button with your own hands; such buttons will be on a par with works of art.
Sometimes a button in a garment carries the main load - it is a decorative adornment of the entire outfit! And then just buttons are not enough. Need some special button! But beautiful buttons are rarely sold in stores, and if you manage to find such a button, then its price is exorbitant.
You have to make beautiful buttons yourself.
So, how to make a beautiful button with your own hands?
1. To begin with, I bought simple buttons in the color of the coat. I also bought Chanel-style braid and a narrow satin ribbon (its width is 3 mm, it is satin on both sides).
My ribbons are blue - the color of the coat.
3. I cut a piece of satin ribbon and tied it in the middle of the braid.
4. Then I tied a bow from a satin ribbon and secured the bows by hand with a needle so that they would not unravel.
And at the very end, I trimmed the tails of the satin ribbon and singed them with a lighter so that they would not fall off or become fluffy.
And I got such a gorgeous button.
Finally, I would like to note that if you decide to decorate your coat, then think about HOW to decorate it. Remember that the brighter the decor, the faster you will get tired of it.
Every family has old clothes in their wardrobe that are not worn or are a pity to throw away. We offer options on what can be made from an old coat?
Pillow
We rip and take out the lining. Next we do the same with the coat. Cut off the sleeves and collar. Then we cut large pieces of fabric to the desired shape for the pillow. We sew the edges, but not all the way. Turn it inside out and tamp the rest inside.
Important! Don’t put it haphazardly, otherwise the pillow will turn out to be a lump. It is best to wrap the leftovers with a lining. Fold the edges under and sew.
With a coat, you can sew a beautiful blanket.
Attention! If you want to get an original blanket, then use several coats of different colors. Rip it apart, then cut out even squares. Then you connect pieces of different colors together, preferably in a checkerboard pattern, and sew them together. Choose the shape and size of the blanket according to your taste.
Case for phone, tablet, laptop
A phone case can be sewn from a coat sleeve in the shape of a phone. For a closed style, use a button, and for an open type, use a strap.
A case for a tablet or laptop can be made from the side of a coat. From two identical pieces of this material, sew a flat square with 4 cm inserts on the sides. For convenience, sew in a zipper and sew a handle from part of the belt.
Updating is not difficult. If it was long, then make it shorter. Use your imagination. Let's say make cuts on the sides or sew two zigzags from the cut off part along the bottom on both sides.
Important! Sew so that the resulting style emphasizes your individual style.
The cup holders are easy to sew. We recommend choosing coat sleeves for this. Cut to the desired length. Be sure to fold the edges and hem them. Turn it right side out and sew a 5cm cuff on top for strength. Use the leftovers to make the cuff. At the bottom, place a circle of cardboard wrapped in a bag and sew it with the same material. It turns out a removable bottom.
An original rug made from even cut out pieces of a coat, it can be easily created if you sew them by hand and use thick woolen threads. Squares or rectangles can be decorated however you like. For example: use cross stitch, make designs from leftovers.
An adult coat will make a beautiful children's coat. All types of styles and options are suitable here. You can also sew on tassels. Chest pockets, both internal and external, must be stitched twice for strength. Be sure to use the old lining. It needs to be sewn a little larger than the finished product.
Skirt
Cut the coat into two halves. Use the lower part to sew a warm skirt. Can be tailored with or without slits. To emphasize style, leave the entire length. If the coat was flared, then close it at the sides. The result will be a more strict version. For beauty, make a wide belt from the remaining top part.
Organizer
It is best to sew an organizer from a coat sleeve. It won't take much time. There are plenty of options. For example, for cosmetics, you can use a wider part of the part. Well, if for office supplies, then the part is narrower.
Important! Don't forget to include a zipper or better yet use buttons.
For your four-legged pets, sew new clothes from an old coat. A warm and simple option is to sew a down jacket in the shape of a barrel. Cut out a blank from a long piece according to the size template. Next, cut along the side for the back. Fold the edges and carefully sew the loops. And on the other side sew buttons.
It should roughly look like a jacket with buttons, only here on the back version. For beauty, use pieces and make tassels or bows. Next you can sew the boots. This is done easily: from two cut strips, stitched on the sides, you get a tube. Cut it into two parts, leave the upper part unsewn, and sew up the lower part completely. Nice and warm.
We cut out semicircular parts of any size from an old coat. We insert a 10 cm strip between the two parts from the bottom and sew it on so that we get three parts together. We insert a lock in the form of a zipper or make three straps on buttons. Looks like on fashion bags. We sew a pocket of the same shape to the finished product and make the same straps only 5 times smaller in size. The new bag is ready.
From part of an old coat we cut out an oval blank to the required size. We sew a strip 6 cm wide to it. Then we do the same thing separately from another part. The result will be two identical products. One will go down, the other up. Middle: Take 8 strips of the same short length and sew them up and down at the same time with an interval of 4-5 cm. It should look like a cell, only made of tissue. We sew the made tab from the collar and attach it to the wall. From the outside it looks like a bed for a cat in a cage.
We rip out the old coat at the seams. We cut out pieces of the same shape and sew them together. Add elastic in those places where hold is required. This cut will last quite a long time thanks to its numerous strong seams.
You can update your stools with covers made from old coats. Cutting: The shape of square covers is easy to make. Cut out a square and sew strips on four sides. Next, from the outside along the edge we sew a second time.
Attention! Use the manual method for strength. Add ties or pieces of regular elastic. Softness and comfort are guaranteed.
Plaid
Important! For a voluminous blanket, use 2 old coats. Spread and make 8-10 blanks of equal length. Sew together. The edges can be sealed however you like. Iron from start to finish using steam iron. Place under the press in a stretched form.
We divide the coat in half. Cut just below the waist. Next, cut off the sleeves. We sew and decorate as you like.
Apron
An insulated apron is useful for the baker profession. Necessary thing. A format of the required length and width is cut out of an old coat. Next we sew on the ties. You can sew a wide pocket in the middle.
Vest
An insulated vest is easy to make. From the top of the coat. We cut off the sleeves. Hemming. For beauty, you can decorate it with embroidery or appliqué from the same material that remains.
The packaging can be made from an old coat sleeve. We secure the neck with a thin strip of assembled accordion. In order to quickly untie, but on the other hand it looks original. The wine packaging looks stylish. Any holes can be made.
You can come up with any kind of stand. From round to rectangular shape. Don't forget to seal the edges of the stand and machine stitch it from start to finish several times. This is done so that bulges appear, which means that any furniture is unlikely to be damaged by hot dishes.
An original photo frame can be made simply. We cut out two strips of the same length, and put two more strips of smaller size along them. We sew everything along the connecting lines in the form of a frame. Then you can sew several additional frames in this way, connecting everything together. Attach a hook or loop for the wall version. Insert photo.
Cover for books (electronic and regular)
The cover is made from a suitable part of the coat. Cut out the format, fold the edges into a triangle and stitch.
The chest part of the coat will do. Cut out the shape of each foot 2 times. Insert the soft part of the coat between the blanks. For example, a collar. Next, make visors from the sleeves and connect the feet to the blanks. Indoor slippers are ready.
Can be made in the form of a portable barrel bag with an open entrance. The form can be any.
You can sew a soft toy pig from an old coat. Draw a face and cut it out from a suitable part. Sew buttons instead of eyes and heels. If you don’t use a lot of imagination, you can sew the entire pig together. The edge of the collar is suitable for a ponytail.
The drill is a good and necessary thing for winter fishing. But you can cover it with a homemade cover. An old coat is a great option. You need durable and durable fabric. Cut out the desired shape from two parts. Sew along the edges to connect them together. It turned out to be a long bag. We attach a cord for a tie to any edge. Convenient and safe.
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