A children's faux-fur vest is useful in cool weather: it can be worn under a jacket, at home, or at daycare when the room is not too warm. Below is a step-by-step guide to cutting and sewing two styles: one with ties and one with buttons.
Faux-Fur Vest with Ties
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This simple style can also be made as a bolero for a dress worn to a school celebration or children's party.
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You will need the following materials:
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Faux fur: choose the pile length and color as you prefer.
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Lining: use matching or contrasting fabric. In addition to slippery, fraying lining fabric, you can use satin or cotton broadcloth.
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For the ties, use 50 cm of satin ribbon.
Cutting Out the Pieces
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If you do not have a ready-made pattern, copy one from a garment that fits the child well.
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You can also use a ready-made pattern for height 110. The source does not provide the pattern dimensions or a finished garment size beyond the stated height reference.
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Trace a suitable base through film or transparent paper and make two pieces: a half-back on the fold and a mirror-image front. Transfer the pieces to the faux fur and lining, allowing for seam allowances. The source does not state fabric quantities or seam-allowance widths.
Sewing
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Pin and sew the shoulder seams on the outer and lining pieces. Press the lining seam open.
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Place the faux-fur and lining pieces right sides together, pin along the neckline with the ribbon ties secured in place, and stitch straight. Clip the curves to prevent puckering in the finished vest.
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Sew the side seams and lower edge, leaving a small opening. Turn the vest right side out through the opening and shape the corners.
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Close the opening by hand with an invisible stitch, then try the vest on.
Children's Button-Front Vest
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The second style is sewn on the same principle, but its pattern has a deep V-neck. This style works for girls and boys. Transfer the pattern to the faux fur and lining.
Sewing
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Place the front and back pieces right sides together for both the outer layer and lining. Sew the shoulder seams.
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Place the lining and outer piece together and stitch around the perimeter.
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Turn the vest right side out through an armhole and hand-sew the pieces together. Mark the button placement and sew on the buttons. Form button loops from elastic thread or trim and sew them on by hand as well.
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