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Jul
25

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Did Someone Say “DROUGHT”? {Oliver + S, School Days Jacket}


It was requested when she was three {we think . . . }.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

And, now she is approaching six . . .

We had put it off long enough.

A raincoat was on our “sewing radar”!

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

Obviously, this was a first for us – and one we dreaded.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

We sewed the Oliver and S, School Days Jacket {sz 5, no modifications}.

Acquiring the proper supplies ended up being the most difficult part of the project for us. First up: a teflon foot! This proved to be so helpful in sewing the raincoat.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

The lining fabric had previously been determined, so we had to work around it for the other items.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

Laminate fabric was ordered TWICE. Ugh . . .We had ordered some, but then were shortchanged. And, since it had been ordered for a few years before we realized it, there was none to be had once we were ready to sew.

Still, the solid grey laminate {our second order of laminate} was probably more our “style” anyway.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

If you didn’t know this already, ordering materials online is hard!

The pink toggles didn’t exactly match the lining, but they worked.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

All complaining aside, EA was elated to FINALLY be getting her requested raincoat! Although she did say she wanted a lighter colored coat ?!?!? *Ummmm, that was the first we had heard that request!

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

Her favorite part was the lining – for obvious reasons.

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

PINK. PINK. PINK. and FUN. FUN. FUN.

While we had our share of glitches through this project, this garment is definitely one we are proud to say – “Hey, we sewed a raincoat!!” And, as always, Liesl didn’t disappoint with the pattern directions! This jacket is deceptively easy . . .if you take the directions step by step! It looks much more complex than it actually is . . .

Oliver + S, School Days Jacket

Now, if only there were rain to truly test it out . . .



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13 Comments



Deb
3 yearss ago


The raincoat looks terrific! Despite your initial dread, I’ll bet you found this pattern straightforward and easy. Results look totally professional. Well done Aunties!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    3 yearss ago


    ABSOLUTELY! Liesl never disappoints with the pattern directions!!

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Emily
3 yearss ago


Lucky girl! The raincoat looks fabulous!

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FrancesSuzanne
3 yearss ago


Thanks, Emily! We really shouldn’t have delayed like we did . . . but, dresses are just so much more fun to sew :) . . .

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Charity
3 yearss ago


That turned out fantastic! The lining fabric is just darling, and I love the contrasting top-stitching! I wouldn’t mind having a matching raincoat myself.

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    FrancesSuzanne
    3 yearss ago


    So true . . . now that I think about it :).

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Emi
3 yearss ago


Wow, your raincoat turned out so beautiful! I love the colors and the lining is perfect! Such a lucky girl and totally worth the wait!

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    FrancesSuzanne
    3 yearss ago


    She was a pretty happy recipient . . . shocked {that we finally sewed it}, but happy!

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Brenda
3 yearss ago


I love your choice of laminated fabric, very classy with kid friendly pinks. It may be useful for your readers to understand that the laminated fabrics are not the same as the plastic oilcloth fabrics that are made in Mexico which are inexpensive, and available all over the internet and in many stores as well. The oilcloth is toxic and should not be used on items for kids under the age of 12, or anybody else who cannot tolerate that smell (that new plastic shower curtain smell.) This link is helpful is noting the differences. If the link doesn’t show up then just do a web search on comparing laminates with plastic oilcloth. I am writing this as I have seen several tutorials on making baby bibs from oilcloth prints. yikes, not good! http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2011/06/q-oilcloth-vs-laminated-cotton-vs.html

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    FrancesSuzanne
    3 yearss ago


    Thanks for the link, Brenda!! Laminates and oilcloths are still confusing to us . . . so, we’ll be referencing this link {along with our readers}!

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Fiona
3 yearss ago


Hi ladies, been so admiring all your “For Disneyworld” creations, and this jacket is just splendid. So useful to have your feedback about the sewing of it.

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    FrancesSuzanne
    3 yearss ago


    Thanks Fiona!! It’s been a summer of Disney, hasn’t it?!?!?! We’ve been sewing while we’ve shared those posts, so there will be more fun projects to share once school begins again.

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Jenya
3 yearss ago


What a beautiful raincoat! What girl would not fall in love with the fabric you used for the lining :)

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