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a stunning new jacket from Great Auntie's old blanket
I inherited an absolutely stunning1960's brocade blanket from my Great Aunt Uschi last year & was a wee bit scared to chop it up...but inspiration struck hard and my little refashionista brain kicked into high gear so the scissors (along with some lovely vintage trim) met the fabric and I created a fabulous new coat! Waddaya think?
Here's how to make one for yourself...
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You Will Need
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Step 1Snag a gorgeous brocade blanket or sofa throw large enough to wrap around your body
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Step 2Chop the blanket in half & set one piece aside for now
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Step 3Bind the raw edge of the remaining half with the fancy vintage trim
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Step 4Lay it on the floor, right side facing up & fold the bound edge down about 20cms (this will be the collar)
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Step 5Snag a loose fitting jacket, centre it on the fabric
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Step 6mark the position of the shoulder & underarm of one sleeve with pins
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Step 7Chop out a strip of fabric using the pins as a guide (this will be your armhole)
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Step 8Fold the fabric in half & use the sliced strip as a template for cutting out the other sleeve opening
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Step 9Chop the previously set aside half of the fabric into 2 pieces with your desired sleeve length & width measurements
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Step 10fold each in half right sides facing
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Step 11stitch together
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Step 12flip right side out...et voila! instant sleeves!
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Step 13Pop the tubes into the armholes right sides facing
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Step 14stitch them together
*zig zag over all of the outside seams for extra strength if desired
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Step 15Create a groovy belt out of the remaining scraps & enjoy your gorgeous new coat!
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Step 16It can be worn with the collar open...
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Step 17...or tucked in & cozy!
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