In response to the mass influx of information in regards to OhioRamm's post on capotes, I wanted to just show how easy they are to make in case other members are curious about constructing one of their own.
I've had a four point blanket that's been dying to become a capote for some time, this isn't a real HB point blanket but another brand called a trapper blanket. Still 100% wool made in England. I do have much hesitation in cutting up my real HB blanket as would allot of folks. :bow:
This is the template I've used multiple times in making capotes, works extremely well and the measurements can be tailored to fit any sizes. Personally these measurements fit me perfectly being 5'6". The only alterations I make are the sleeve lengths and no fringe. I personally like my sleeves long, gives me plenty material to roll and hem with a decorative stitch. Fringe is also easy to add, however I prefer none as it likes to catch on everything here in the eastern woodlands.
Here are my pieces cut and ready to be sewn, as you can see there isn't much to it. IMO a capote is a great first project for someone new to sewing, it allows allot of safe space for learning stitch work. All sewing is done by hand with waxed linen, a variety of stitching methods can be utilized from a simple whip stitch to a running stitch. I personally prefer a blanket stitch, very good and strong garment stitch and easy to do fast.
Semi finished product, in total I have approximately five hours from start to finish. All that's left for me to do will be a decorative blanket stitch with dark blue or red wool yarn. Some people utilize the colored yarns as their main form of securing the pieces, that's fine and will cut your time in half. However I'm all about durability and my equipment lasting, so I always go the extra mile to ensure it, takes more time but it's an enjoyable process for me.
Hope this will provide some beneficial information for anyone interested in making their own capote, you can do it! I wore this while making breakfast this morning, extremely comfy and warm. Sky's the limit to your finished capote! A good tip if your nervous, make a template from an old sheet or blanket before cutting your precious material! :hatsoff:
I've had a four point blanket that's been dying to become a capote for some time, this isn't a real HB point blanket but another brand called a trapper blanket. Still 100% wool made in England. I do have much hesitation in cutting up my real HB blanket as would allot of folks. :bow:
This is the template I've used multiple times in making capotes, works extremely well and the measurements can be tailored to fit any sizes. Personally these measurements fit me perfectly being 5'6". The only alterations I make are the sleeve lengths and no fringe. I personally like my sleeves long, gives me plenty material to roll and hem with a decorative stitch. Fringe is also easy to add, however I prefer none as it likes to catch on everything here in the eastern woodlands.
Here are my pieces cut and ready to be sewn, as you can see there isn't much to it. IMO a capote is a great first project for someone new to sewing, it allows allot of safe space for learning stitch work. All sewing is done by hand with waxed linen, a variety of stitching methods can be utilized from a simple whip stitch to a running stitch. I personally prefer a blanket stitch, very good and strong garment stitch and easy to do fast.
Semi finished product, in total I have approximately five hours from start to finish. All that's left for me to do will be a decorative blanket stitch with dark blue or red wool yarn. Some people utilize the colored yarns as their main form of securing the pieces, that's fine and will cut your time in half. However I'm all about durability and my equipment lasting, so I always go the extra mile to ensure it, takes more time but it's an enjoyable process for me.
Hope this will provide some beneficial information for anyone interested in making their own capote, you can do it! I wore this while making breakfast this morning, extremely comfy and warm. Sky's the limit to your finished capote! A good tip if your nervous, make a template from an old sheet or blanket before cutting your precious material! :hatsoff:
