DIY poncho coat

Every five years, a poncho coat returns to fashion. There is nothing surprising in this, since the product lacks complex lines and measurements. The base of the coat is a simple rectangle. Double-sided fabric can be used to create an interesting volumetric silhouette. In our article, we will consider how to make a poncho coat with your own hands.

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Poncho Story

Poncho has its roots in the distant past:

• It is believed that such a cloak in the Inca empire was used by Indian leaders. This accessory was not so much a garment as an identifying element, since the poncho had a different color and patterns, thanks to which each tribe recognized its fellow tribe.
• Latinos wore a poncho instead of a sweatshirt, which was a large rectangle with a carved hole for the head. Such attire was considered traditional for the population of South America.

In the modern world, this type of clothing has become very popular, and now the poncho very often represents the wardrobe of any fashionista and confidently walks through the pages of glossy magazines. At the same time, there is a tendency when over the past few years all eminent designers presenting their collections include an original poncho for their fashion shows.

Important! In the sixties of the last century, the poncho became very popular in the catwalk fashion. Currently, this part of the clothes looks quite interesting and stylish, although before the cape was just a piece of cloth. Now the accessory is supplemented with all kinds of colors, interesting collars, patch pockets, stylish belts, original buttons, various hoods and other fashionable elements. Sometimes they finish sleeves for warming. So that you have a wide field of activity, you only need to connect your imagination, show your imagination, and you can safely proceed to create a unique poncho model.

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What is a poncho?

Poncho is a rather peculiar clothing, which is used with great success in fashion trends. A regular coat differs from a poncho coat in that it has no sleeves. Recently, using creative ideas, some designers have modified this garment and now this product has a kind of sleeve.

Previously, this item was worn by both women and men. Currently, female models are more popular. The poncho has changed a lot, has undergone many modifications and acquired new varieties. Consider the most popular models:

• fur ponchos that can create a luxurious and presentable appearance to their owner;
• knitted ponchos that are not necessarily created from warm threads (such products of a lighter version are quite suitable for a cool summer evening);
• thanks to the implementation of McCartney design developments, stylish poncho with check prints appeared;
• A classic version of crocheted cashmere and fleece ponchos that are incredibly practical in rainy autumn weather, as they allow shelter from rain and wind.

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We select the style of a poncho coat

In fact, a do-it-yourself poncho coat is seen as a spectacular element of the image, so there is no need to overload it with bright accessories. Its main advantage is that this item of clothing is suitable for almost everyone. The poncho coat looks great both on a young girl and on a full woman, while both look elegant and elegant.

Important! The priority of shoes with heels is the main condition for wearing any kind of poncho, even very small, but heels must be present.

Classic

The classic version of the coat-poncho looks great with any complexion and on any figure. Basically, the product has a length up to the middle of the thigh. You can wear it with almost all items of clothing, such as jeans, pants, a skirt.

Important! The outfit looks great if complemented by a stylish hat or a beautiful hat and elegant gloves.

Modern

At present, there are more modern models of poncho coats - the length of such extravagant products is usually shorter than that of the classic versions, while they add originality to the fur trim and interesting hoods. These models have gained the greatest popularity among young women. Such poncho coats are perfectly combined with skirts, skinny leggings and jeans, and even dresses. Depending on the outfit and personal preferences, shoes are chosen, which can be both high-heeled shoes and comfortable boots on low speed.

Mini poncho

Shortened models, or as they are also called a mini-poncho, are an additional element of the image. These products look great with both jeans and dress. Putting on such a wardrobe item, you have ample opportunities for experimentation with creating an image.

In the absence of basic sewing skills, making a poncho coat with your own hands is not at all difficult, while the product can be varied and supplemented with interesting elements.

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Which fabric to take?

Before choosing a fabric and model, you need to decide for which season this product will be manufactured:

• If you plan to wear this thing in the summer, then you will need chiffon, linen and silk.
• For the autumn-winter period, it is preferable to purchase cashmere, wool and drape.

Important! If the product is decorated with a lining, then the clothes will become much warmer, and this will already be a full-fledged coat.

• Decorating with fur, beads and sequins allows you to create an individual and unique image of a poncho coat, which will be the only option of its kind.

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Sewing recommendations

Before you start sewing a poncho coat with your own hands, you must first determine the style. First, you should choose simpler models that do not have additional elements such as, for example, a hood.

Let's consider a few simple recommendations, following which you can sew a poncho coat without problems:

• Of great importance is the correctness of the measurements taken. If you are not confident in your abilities, then you can ask relatives or a friend to help you take measurements as accurately as possible.
• It is best to choose a woolen material, in addition, a felted fabric or good quality fleece fabric may be suitable.
• It is preferable to choose models with no shoulder seams and without sewn sleeves. You can simply create a convenient version of the cape from an ordinary cut of material.

To build the simplest version of a poncho coat, several measurements should be taken, such as:

• we take measurements of shoulder length and sleeve length;
• applying a centimeter tape, we find the circumference of the neck;
• determine the centimeter length along the back.

How to sew a simple poncho coat with your own hands:

1. We draw a rectangle, the width of which is equal to the total value of the length of the shoulder, the length of the sleeve and the third part of the semicircle of the neck plus one and a half centimeters.The second side of the pattern corresponds to the measured length of the back with an added allowance of 3-4 cm.
2. Using the patterns, draw the neck of the front and back of the poncho coat, while observing AB1 = ⅓ measurements of the neck circumference plus two and a half centimeters.
3. For the front shelf add approximately 6 -7 cm and draw another center line.

We proceed to the construction of individual parts, we need:

• one back piece, which is called the back;
• two front parts, which are one-piece with a selection;
• one billet neck with a bend;
• additional elements in the form of pockets: two upper and two lower.

After all the details are ready, we proceed to the process of making a poncho coat:

1. We begin to make out the side seams, for this we first sweep them off, then grind them, while leaving the bottom of the sleeves intact.
2. We sew all the seams on a sewing machine.
3. The finished joints are ironed well.
4. We turn to the grinding of the neckline, for this we turn it on the front side.
5. Gently sweep.
6. Ironed well.
7. We turn the blanks of the pockets according to the specially left allowances.
8. According to the markup made, we apply a poncho coat to the future, we sew and, using a thread with a needle, carefully sew them with hidden stitches.
9. We make out the lower part of the product, for this we twist the allowances and carefully hem the thread with a needle.
10. At the back and front of the product we make out loops for the belt.
11. The last step, depending on personal preferences, is sewing on buttons or buttons.

A simple and comfortable poncho coat is ready!

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Spring Poncho Coat

Before you start sewing a poncho coat with your own hands? the following tools and materials must be prepared in advance:

• dense and warm material for the spring-autumn period, for example, wool or a lighter fabric for the spring-summer season - it can be fleece;
• leather version of the buckle;
• scissors;
• needle with thread;
• chalk for cutting or a bar of soap;
• threads of the corresponding color;
• sewing machine;
• sewing pins;
• 40 round rivets and stasis, for fixing which teeth are used;
• compass;
• ruler;
• special glue.

How can I sew a cloak of a coat for the spring with my own hands:

• We measure the length of the product (D1).
• We measure the distance along the arm that corresponds to the length from the beginning of the neck to the wrist (D2).
• Fold the material in half so that a square or rectangle is formed.
• Draw a circle with a compass with a radius corresponding to the length of the product, that is (D1), or you can simply draw the maximum possible circle for a given material.
• We cut off all unnecessary with scissors.
• We wrap the fabric once, as a result - we get a semicircle.
• In the center we cut the neck, and as an template, you can use an old T-shirt, which we apply to the fabric.
• Horizontally in the center of the fabric we cut with scissors the upper layer of material from the middle of the lower cut to the midpoint of the neck.
• From the extreme points of the throat to the right and left sides, set aside the distance D2 and make marks with chalk.

Important! If the value of D2 is less than the length of the product, then in this case we draw a smooth transition from the bottom of the semicircle to the set marks, while cutting off the excess material. You can also simply make cuts in places where hands will peek. Cuts are made by bending the material either at the top or in front of the poncho coat.

• We distribute the prepared rivets along the edges of the product in the front part and along the neckline, while gently clamping the teeth on the back of the material.
• We apply special glue to the ends of the fastener, after which we fix it with pins in the upper part of the product and leave it for several hours until it dries completely.

The poncho coat for the spring season is ready!

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Asymmetric Neck Poncho Coat

To make a poncho coat with an asymmetric neck, you will need to first prepare the following tools and materials:

• half-woolen material with a length of about 1.75 m;
• scissors;
• threads of the corresponding color;
• needle;
• sewing pins;
• sewing machine.

Consider the manufacturing process of the product:

1. Fold the material inwards with the face inward and pin it off with pins.
2. From the edges to the bend of the material on one side of the fabric we sew рач distances, while leaving about 25-27 cm for the design of the neck.
3. On the other side of the material from the corner point along the fold of the fabric, we make an incision that corresponds to about 35 cm.
4. Fasten the neck with small stitches on both sides.
5. We turn it on the front side, and our product is ready.

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Belt Poncho Coat

Having mastered the basic techniques of sewing a coat-poncho, you can proceed to tailoring beautiful products with a belt and additional elements. So, a poncho looks advantageous with a contrasting edging on all edges of the robe. You can also decorate the lower edge of the product with chopped fringe or stitched braid or fur. The front part can be decorated with a zipper or sew original buttons. You can sew a hood or collar to the neck.

How to make a do-it-yourself overcoat with a belt:

1. We take measurements of the waist half-circumference and find the length corresponding to the measured distance from the shoulder to the waist point.
2. From the center point of the front of the semicircle, set aside half of this length and draw two vertical lines with chalk.
3. We measure the waist level from the top of the part, after which we arrange two vertical holes for finding a leather or fabric belt at the back and front at the intersection points.
4. We process the loops for the belt, otherwise, in the places of friction, the material of the coat-poncho will be damaged.

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Light overcoat poncho

Let's consider how to make a demi-season poncho coat on our own:

• Choose a pattern 48-50 sizes.

Important! This product is convenient in that the model itself is built in such a way that it does not frame the silhouette and is completely invisible if the product is a little large.

• We prepare the appropriate fabric, for this purpose we select a flannel, tweed or boucle. With a width of 1.5 meters, you need about 2.4 meters in length.
• On the cut parts, add an allowance for the seams.
• First of all, we sew the sleeves, at the same time we attach the hem to the sleeves, after which we arrange the side seams.
• Sew the stitching to the neck.
• For three loops we make a steering wheel and we catch it.
• Sweep the hinges.
• We sew the bottom of the product with a grinder.
• Sew on buttons.

The product is ready, it can be decorated with a scarf or other accessories if desired.

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You can easily create these simple coat models with your own hands, transforming your appearance beyond recognition. We hope that everything will work out right the first time, as the technology for sewing such a product is simple and does not require professional sewing skills.