How to alter an old coat into a fashionable one

A fur coat, like any other wardrobe item, can grow old, lose its "presentation" or simply go out of fashion. However, this does not mean that it loses its relevance and must be thrown away. Today we will consider several ideas for updating a fur coat and discuss some secrets and features of this topic!

What is needed to remake an old fur coat into a "new"

Regardless of the type of fur coat you need a certain, standard set of tools - this:

  • Sharp knife. A knife with a retractable blade (but not clerical) can be used. It is recommended to use special knives for working on fabrics.
  • Tweezers. You can use any tweezers. This tool will be rarely used, however, its presence is necessary.
  • A set of strong threads. Cotton threads would be the best solution. If you have a more unique project for updating a fur coat, you can use silk threads and others.
  • A set of needles. A needle for leather products and a thimble are required.

It is also recommended to determine in advance the pattern of the future project. On the Internet you can find many options for patterns for your tasks and taste preferences. If your sewing experience allows, you can do the process of developing patterns yourself, which will make the fur coat a unique and unique thing.

Ideas for altering an old fur coat

Consider a few ideas for future work that should suit your taste.

Fashionable vest from an old fur coat

Usually the most worn part of any thing is the sleeves. This also applies to fur coats. Why not get rid of worn sleeves and make a warm, stylish vest?

In order to spread the seams near the sewing line of the sleeves, you need a knife. Start with neat thread cuts and move along the sewing. After the end of this action, sew the places of the last joint with new seams. By these actions you will prevent the "collapse" of the entire coat and add aesthetics to the overall design.

If the body volume of the fur coat is greater than the volume of the chest girth, you can sew in the remaining tissue and decorate them as part of the overall design. Well, you can hide the closure with the help of old sleeves, or with the help of strips, or patch elements.

Fur coat with stripes

Bands can be:

  • whole;
  • spiral;
  • "Torn" .

The stripes look harmonious with almost any type of clothing.

You can use both fur strips and strips from various synthetic fabrics. The end result will be able to hide long-standing scuffs and make your appearance charismatic and modern - now it’s fashionable to look bright and attract attention.

Fur coat using inserts

You can “refresh” the general look with the help of unusual, original inserts from another type of fur. It is best to use lightweight inserts made of durable materials.

Also, inserts can be used as hidden pockets and hiding places, which can be useful in emergency situations or to save space in pockets. The insert can have both randomly and geometrically correct shape.

Inserts from longer fur look original than the length of the fur of the base of a fur coat. Such a design move will attract you increased attention and highlight you in shared photos with friends.

Before sewing on the inserts, it is necessary to flash their extreme part in order to avoid cross-sections and bring greater aesthetics. Sewing is best done with a sewing machine, which will speed up the process and make the seams more accurate. Handwork will require more time, but can be used as part of the design.

Features of working with fur coats

Fur is very difficult to alter. You need to know a few secrets that will help make working with it faster and more efficient:

  • Cut fur only from the inside. So you can avoid the loss of villi near the cut. If the leather lining (this also happens in more expensive models), you need to use special knives and needles.

On a note!

From the remnants of the fur, you can make an additional wardrobe item. It can be a hat, gloves or a case for a mobile phone - experiment!

  • If you plan to use glue in your work, it is better to purchase a solvent in advance. If you accidentally drop a few drops of glue, you can immediately remove it without leaving a trace. Sometimes when working with glue it is recommended to wet the fur with water so that it sticks together in a “common lump” and it is easier to work with it.
  • It is better to stitch places of seams with decorative seams. This will once again bring strength to the product and be able to hide the joints.

Work with sewing tools very carefully, and then your hands, as well as the product will remain intact.