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Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

Fashion is like wind, it passes easily. Female friends are worried about the coats they just bought for hundreds or even thousands of dollars. After only a few wears, they no longer wear them because they are out of date or do not fit. It would be a pity to throw them away. It takes up space. Today we have a suggestion for those who have a baby girl. Use these unworn clothes to transform them into childrens clothes. This is a handicraft full of love. Follow the tutorial to see how to transform a coat into a windbreaker!

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

Tutorial on remaking an old coat into a coat for your little girl

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

1. First prepare materials: an idle jacket, ink-erasable pen, ruler, sewing machine, scissors, needle and thread, buttons, etc. The picture above is a comparison of the clothes before and after they were remade. They look pretty good!

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

2. This is a loose version of an idle coat.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

3. Cut the lining and face of the clothes.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

4. Spread the fabric flat and prepare for cutting.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

5. This is a size reference picture. The actual size must be based on the size of the child.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

6. This is a cut fabric. If you don’t know your child’s size well, you can find a piece of clothing that is just right for your reference.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

7. The main body of the clothes is stitched together and sewn together.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

8. Sew on the two sleeves.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

9. This is what it looks like after stitching.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

10. Add a piece of cloth to the left and right sides of the front of the clothes to serve as pockets.

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11. Next let’s make the neckline. If the child is relatively small, it is recommended to just use a round neckline, which will make it more comfortable to wear.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

12. This is the back view of a remade girls coat. The pleats on the top are made from the original garment. You can pay attention when cutting, which can reduce the process.

Illustrated tutorial on how to make a girls coat from an old coat that doesn't fit.

13. Sew four snap buttons and two doll cloth patches, and the clothes are finished. See if the effect is good. Moms who like it can take action.

Extended reading:

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3. Use old socks to DIY fabric dog dolls

4. A complete collection of useful tools for remaking old clothes

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