How to sew a cloak?
The cape is difficult to be called the subject of the firstthe need for a wardrobe, but still, due to its practicality and originality, many will agree that it is very good to have such a thing at hand. The apparent simplicity of the models allows a woman to sew a cloak with her own hands. The design and choice of fabric for a cloak differs depending on whether you want to warm up, bring a twist to your evening image or take cover from the rain.
Fur cape
Fashion to wear fur capes appeared verylong ago, thanks to some Bavarian duchess. In our rather severe winter climate, I would like to combine the warmth of the mildly warming fur and the elegance of the exquisite stuff. Fur cloak can become a real decoration for the evening dress, perfectly matching with any thing.
If you have thought about how to sew a furcloak yourself, and do not buy ready-made models, you should be patient and prepare materials for sewing, because the idea is quite real. So, start by choosing a model: stole or poncho, on the lining or double-sided. Then think about the material. Not necessarily limited to fur, you can alternate fur with cloth, or different types of fur with a long or short nap. In addition, fur can be artificial or natural.
Next, measuring the chest girth, shoulder length and lengthyou should make a pattern. It is better to do the wrong side, so as not to damage the pile of fur. To fix the edges of the product, tear off the fur from the base by one or one and a half centimeters and secure the slices. Everything, now you can start decorating the capes, which can serve as satin ribbons or tassels made of silk braid.
Very impressive looks snow-white fura cloak on a wedding dress, especially if the wedding is celebrated in the cold season. The process of sewing a cloak will not be difficult either. You can take a canvas of artificial white fur about a meter long and a meter and a half wide. You will also need a lining cloth. Decorate the wedding cape will help a large decorative button. From the remaining fur, sew a collar 5 to 10 centimeters high.
Cape Cloak
Cloak-cloak, unlike the usual stole,much more convenient, since it does not slip off the shoulders during movements. Depending on the purpose of use and material, such a cape can be very short, or long to the heel. If it is a carnival costume, then a very long model is more appropriate, if it is a fur cloak, it is better to make it shortened. In any case, the order how to sew a cloak cape is so simple that it can be sewn by anyone, even an inexperienced tailor.
The mantle itself in the form of a cloak is acircle, cut in half to the middle. In the center of this circle, for the neck, cut a half-circle of not less than 15 centimeters, so that the cape would sit well on the shoulders. You can collect the cloak with tape or sew a rubber band. From below you can sew a fur ruffle, if the cloak is made of cloth. You can make a double-sided cloak, using a multi-colored fabric. In any case, it is not difficult to sew such a cloak.
Cape with a hood
The model of a cape with a hood is relevant both foradults, and for children. And the children's cape can also serve as a carnival costume, for example, for a red cap. It all depends on your imagination. A cape with a hood will perfectly protect against rain and wind if you use a waterproof cloth, and can complement an exquisite evening toilet if it is sewn out of silk or fur.
The order of how to sew a cape with a hood,rather simple. Cut out from the selected material a circle, where the diameter will be equal to the length of the cloak. In the middle, cut another smaller circle with a diameter five centimeters larger than the head. Then cut the front part of the cape in half. For a hood it will take two squares. Now it is necessary to sew the hood into the neck, and to lay on it a kuliska, in which it will be possible to insert a lace. If desired, you can lay the kuliska along the waist line, and open the holes for the lace or waistband in front to tie them. You can also sew a zipper, or completely do without it.
