Making a Blanket Jacket || It's the COOLEST thing I've ever made!

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  • čas přidán 17. 12. 2023
  • What do you do when you find an amazing blanket at the thrift store for only $6 but you have enough blankets in your house for a million forts?? You make youself a JACKET with all the fringe and swagger you've never had. And when I tell you my entire persona changes when I put on this coat...I'm not exaggerating. I want to be in every episode of Yellowstone or any other western show or movie. This is the fashion statement I'm a little too nervous to try, but I'm going to find the will to let this gem out in public.
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Komentáře • 80

  • @brandyjean7015
    @brandyjean7015 Před 6 měsíci +11

    The hardest & scariest sewing moment in my life was cutting up a brand new Pendleton blanket to craft a blanket coat for Native friend's birthday present.

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      But I bet it was GORGEOUS! That's one of my thrifting holy grails. Someday I hope to find one!

  • @IndigoSew
    @IndigoSew Před 6 měsíci +4

    Great coat and great work! Your machine has so many stitches, I’ll bet it has an overcast/overlock one and maybe even an overcast foot. I couldn’t see the model details clearly but if your machine is a singer quantum stylist 9960, details are on page 58 of the user manual (yep, I looked it up - detail-oriented problem solver here 😁). With heavyweight material or thick layers, it can be helpful to use a thicker needle &/or sew slower but your machine is designed to sew garments including coats. You could finish the edges before you attach the sleeves (when it’s a single layer of fabric) &/or attach the sleeves before sewing up the side seams (easier to finish or bind the edges THEN do side seams). Some options anyway. 🐜

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      HOLY MOLY YOU ARE AN ANGEL!! I'm going to figure this out this week!

    • @IndigoSew
      @IndigoSew Před 6 měsíci

      @@KatieMakesStuff 😁😇Glad you think it might be helpful. Have fun storming the castle! If you’re on a roll, you might like to check out the blind hem stitch (& foot if you have one) for other projects. It makes a massive difference to hemming - almost invisible and heaps nicer than straight stitch. Doesn’t seem to be well known though. All the best for your explorations ☺️

  • @TheMediterraneanStar
    @TheMediterraneanStar Před 6 měsíci +6

    I love the pattern of the blanket, it's elaborate but since the colours are a bit muted, it's not distracting.
    A nice statement piece. I may also try this. 😊😊😊😊

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      I hope you do and I hope it's awesome! Good luck!

  • @Bernadette8151
    @Bernadette8151 Před 6 měsíci +4

    Fabulous! Please keep the fringe!

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      I think I have to, it's such a pop of interest!

  • @mrsmac6193
    @mrsmac6193 Před 6 měsíci +8

    It looks SO good! I have been thinking about making a blanket jacket for quite some time but just haven't found something that is my style. This blanket pattern seems like it fits your personality so well. Excellent job!

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +2

      I was the same way! I really wanted to make one but wasn't too fond of the fleece or quilted styles. However, this blanket SCREAMED coat, so I knew I had to do it.

  • @lorrieross2901
    @lorrieross2901 Před 6 měsíci +5

    You did a wonderful job creating this jacket! Beautifully executed!

  • @sharontrujillo
    @sharontrujillo Před 6 měsíci +3

    The FRINGE is what makes it!!!! That. AND the fact that it's not a "box" ...your length is fantastic! Good
    job. 🎉

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +2

      The fringe is SO impractical but holy moly does it make a statement!! Thank you so much!

  • @anne-marie9842
    @anne-marie9842 Před 6 měsíci +5

    Great job, great jacket. I love it with that hat! I have a basic model sewing machine that has an overlock stitch that looks, in my opinion, better than what you get from a serger, as you don’t get the bulk of three or four threads. Or you could use the old-fashioned zig-zag on the cut-out pieces before putting them together.

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci

      I think when I do this again I'm going to use a zig zag stitch, although another commenter said my machine has something similar to a serger...

  • @pinky_t7061
    @pinky_t7061 Před 6 měsíci +3

    It's awesome! It would look amazing closed with a leather belt, too!

  • @Leslie-wb8cb
    @Leslie-wb8cb Před 6 měsíci +4

    WOW!! What a great blanket, and then great coat! I really love how you put it together. I would probably trim the cuff fringe, but still have it. You did such a great job!

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +2

      That's a good idea, just so it's not dragging in my way when I need to use my hands.

    • @sharontrujillo
      @sharontrujillo Před 6 měsíci +1

      ...NO...have you never heard the expression: Beauty is pain !!!!

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @elizapowell7262
    @elizapowell7262 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Well this coat is spectacular ❤

  • @shaunabowen8689
    @shaunabowen8689 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Holy shite perfection on lining up pattern❤

  • @ooddities
    @ooddities Před 6 měsíci +2

    SO Cute!!!!! It looks Boutique~Quality . Adorable ♥️

  • @terridean9475
    @terridean9475 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Glad you kept the fringeing. Great jacket.

  • @DreamingCatStudio
    @DreamingCatStudio Před 6 měsíci +4

    So beautiful! I want one now! I do think it would look great with a couple of silver buttons! Thank you for trying it-you knocked it out of the park.

    • @deborahdanhauer8525
      @deborahdanhauer8525 Před 6 měsíci +1

      I think it looks great but it needs at least one button❤️🐝🤗

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      I think you're right. I didn't add buttons yet only because I'm not sure I have the right ones. Gotta keep my eyes open for something perfect

  • @JohannaVanWinkle
    @JohannaVanWinkle Před 2 hodinami

    Beautiful!

  • @suzithewitch
    @suzithewitch Před 6 měsíci +1

    I'm so glad you went outside your comfort zone!

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci

      Me too!! I'm almost definitely keeping it for myself...

  • @madammoehre
    @madammoehre Před 6 měsíci +1

    I seriously don’t get how this channel doesn’t have a subscriber number with at least 5 zeros ❤

  • @rmlrhonda
    @rmlrhonda Před 6 měsíci +3

    That came out amazing! I value handmade, so I’m conflicted saying that looks store-bought, but I think you know what I mean. It looks professionally designed, with the pattern placement, use of the fringe, etc. 🎉🙌👏👏👏

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci

      Thank you! That's such a huge compliment! I will say the details definitely look homemade though 🤫

  • @sally-anneshotter9174
    @sally-anneshotter9174 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Amazing as always, hoping you can someday get a Serger,
    Seasons greetings

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci

      Maybe one day, especially when I can find the space for it 🤗

  • @EAHall
    @EAHall Před 4 měsíci

    Adorable! Love it.

  • @CraftyandChic
    @CraftyandChic Před 6 měsíci +2

    Very nice coat! I'm a , hmm, don't quite know how to rank my sewing skills, beginner but I've sewed on and off for years, so novice? Anyway, you made it look easy! I've got about 3 blankets id like to make into coats or ponchos.

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci

      The hardest part of this was the collar, but I think a new-ish sewer could make it without much trouble. Ponchos are super easy; you just need to finish the edges. Regardless, I hope your efforts are successful and I wish I could see the final products!

  • @robyn3349
    @robyn3349 Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you! I have come out from under my rock, and Hej!!! Blanket Coats!!! This is my first time here :)

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 4 měsíci

      I'm addicted to making blanket coats right now!! They are pretty easy but have a big impact!

  • @kaynicholls9066
    @kaynicholls9066 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Wow, absolutely stunning Katie xx

  • @Emma-bv7oo
    @Emma-bv7oo Před 5 měsíci +1

    It turned out really cool 🎉

  • @indiabilly
    @indiabilly Před 6 měsíci +2

    It’s gorgeous! Love the pattern placement and the fringe-so cool Happy Christmas Kate xx

  • @jakea1035
    @jakea1035 Před 2 měsíci

    This jacket is amazing, the colour is so right for you. Well done.

  • @sharynsingery8459
    @sharynsingery8459 Před 20 dny

    Love your chanel Katie you are one courageous chic!!!!!!

  • @Stormy38044
    @Stormy38044 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Damn that really turned out awesomely! A belated Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and everyone in the comments :)

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much! I'm going to have to make a bunch of them now!

  • @kerlygerl
    @kerlygerl Před 18 dny

    Gorgeous!😍

  • @virginiebompard1206
    @virginiebompard1206 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Very beautiful transformation 😍 Are you still happy with your sewing machine? Thanks for your videos !!!

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci +1

      I still very much love my machine! I wish it was set into a table top for a larger work surface, but it's a great machine

    • @virginiebompard1206
      @virginiebompard1206 Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks!!!! @@KatieMakesStuff

  • @karenherbster8406
    @karenherbster8406 Před 2 měsíci

    Love it. It's my favorite one I've seen so far. Love the patterns and how you tried really hard to make the patterns show. Great job!

  • @tinacrapson5640
    @tinacrapson5640 Před měsícem +1

    Do flat felled seams!

  • @farfouraki
    @farfouraki Před měsícem

    amazing!!!!

  • @geezer.hockey
    @geezer.hockey Před 6 měsíci +1

    🔥🔥🔥

  • @jpeood32
    @jpeood32 Před 4 měsíci

    Great project and execution, do you have a serger? I might have overlocked the pattern pieces before I stitched them together and then double top stitched over the seams. Love your project and imagination. Quality piece. Thank you

  • @boggie2of5
    @boggie2of5 Před 6 měsíci +4

    My shock when you actually made a mock up 😂

  • @MaLiArtworks186
    @MaLiArtworks186 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I love it! Extraordinary!

  • @shellylemons
    @shellylemons Před 6 měsíci

    Have you ever tried the zig Zac stitch that replaces the serger.

    • @KatieMakesStuff
      @KatieMakesStuff  Před 6 měsíci

      I have and for somethings it's great. I wasn't too sure with this thick woven material though. I'll try it when I make the bag to go with it.

  • @lydzphens
    @lydzphens Před 6 měsíci

    ❤❤❤

  • @samanthamoorhouse623
    @samanthamoorhouse623 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Love the jacket! Watching your bias tape seams made me think of a video from Steph Time. She made her seams Flat Felled ones which would also work really well for this I think. Her Video - czcams.com/video/0rrTkr58J20/video.html

  • @peggyphillips8050
    @peggyphillips8050 Před 4 měsíci

    I loved watching your process. The jacket turned out great.

  • @suzannemolyneux6553
    @suzannemolyneux6553 Před 3 měsíci

    Ahh!!! Love! I'm def. going to try this now.