Back in November 2010 I decided to make my son a little dress coat. I was sure to have it finished in time for him to wear it on Thanksgiving day. Not only did I want him to look dapper on the holiday, I also wanted to show off my latest project to our family members.
I used a wool "suiting" fabric and the most adorable leather buttons!
It's
Simplicity pattern #
2526
Check out these cute little (working) pockets!! So stinkin' cute! And the buttons....!!!!!!
He's never thrilled about wearing a jacket but he found something to be hysterical at this moment.
Here's the back of the jacket, complete with a little vent at the bottom/center.
I made this before getting my serger, so the inside of the jacket leaves quite a bit to be desired. A few people have questioned me about lining the jacket, but when that happened I'd just stare at them like they were crazy - I mean, I'd only been sewing for 3 months at the time. What did they want from me!!
I didn't put the coat on my son nearly as much as I should have, and that's something I really regret! I lent it to a friend for her son to wear, but he only got to wear it once because I gave it to them too late in the season - DOH! Fortunately, that same friend is having
another boy, so hopefully next winter
he will get some use out it. Perhaps I will try it out on my daughter this upcoming winter. It's neutral enough, right?!?! We'll see.
I came here specifically to see the post since you mentioned it on FB - and thought I'd chime in and say that it's TOTALLY neutral enough. I think I've mentioned before (and you've seen) I have a VERY similar coat for myself.
ReplyDeleteClaire could totally wear it! I'd consider jazzing it up with a hat/scarf/mitten set or switching out the buttons to more girly ones.
ReplyDeleteThat's one great thing about having my two girls. Everything I made for AN will def be passed down to the new lil sweetie!