Misc Anyone up for a project?

[Sweetwood]

I have a sewing pattern I'd like to build, but since I neither have time nor the talent, I thought I'd ask my Timebomb family. I will supply all the materials and compensate for the time and energy for the build. He's a photo of the pattern for reference. If you're interested, send me a PM and we can discuss details. Thank you!

 

[Doc1]

I would think that this could be a great 'cottage industry' for the right person. It would obviously have to appeal to an up-market buyers pool, as no one could compete on price point with the mass-produced Chinamart dreck that's out there.

Still, by providing a lot of options and different fabric choices, it could appeal to those who appreciate fine, custom clothing.

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Doc

 

[West]

I would think that this could be a great 'cottage industry' for the right person. It would obviously have to appeal to an up-market buyers pool, as no one could compete on price point with the mass-produced Chinamart dreck that's out there.

Still, by providing a lot of options and different fabric choices, it could appeal to those who appreciate fine, custom clothing.

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Doc

Yeah. I would like one in heavy flannel, in earthly toned colors.

And extra pocket inside and low in the back.

 

[summerthyme]

Depending on what fabric(s) you want to use, its going to be pricey. Green Pepper patterns are excellent to work with, but they aren't *simple*...you're probably talking 10-15 hours of work.

If you pay retail for some type of water resistant fabric, (plus insulation and lining), you're goingto be around $20 a yard.

LL Bean has some nice anoraks under a hundred bucks. I bought a goosedown parka from them 26 years ago... it goes in the washing machine every Spring, and still looks like new.

DEPARTMENTS

Find the best anorak at L.L.Bean. Our high quality products are thoughtfully designed and made to last.

www.llbean.com

Summerthyme

 

[Sweetwood]

Depending on what fabric(s) you want to use, its going to be pricey. Green Pepper patterns are excellent to work with, but they aren't *simple*...you're probably talking 10-15 hours of work.

If you pay retail for some type of water resistant fabric, (plus insulation and lining), you're goingto be around $20 a yard.

LL Bean has some nice anoraks under a hundred bucks. I bought a goosedown parka from them 26 years ago... it goes in the washing machine every Spring, and still looks like new.

DEPARTMENTS

Find the best anorak at L.L.Bean. Our high quality products are thoughtfully designed and made to last.

www.llbean.com

Summerthyme

I have several anoraks. I’m just looking for something in a specific color and material. The basic material is pretty cheap. It’s just having it put together that’s been my hang up.

 

[Chicory]

I have several green pepper patterns, but not this one. They are good patterns.

 

[Melodi]

I am knitting another knitted version for myself. The one I finished is made from Aran Mill Yarn (so strong), combined with sock yarn (which makes it even stronger), and is essentially a coat. While not as warm as the pattern, a lighter version (which I'm currently making, but without the hood and pouch) could be worn under it.

The Pattern I use is the Original Wonderful Wallabe pattern from Cottage Creations, which is on sale at Ravelry right now. I prefer the older version to the new one, as it also features both children's and adult sizes in one pattern. I don't do them for hire, but the pattern is straightforward and well-written

This photo is of one I did before that needs repair, the Hobbii yarn by itself was too soft for wearing around cats and other critters.

A Wonderful Wallaby - 1983 pattern by Carol A. Anderson

The Wonderful Wallaby

www.ravelry.com

 

[Melodi]

Here is a photo of an earlier one done in local yarns and Peace Fleece yarn I had for over 20 years (on the decorated part). I am not sure where it got off to. My husband wore a lot of my stuff, and sadly, he was not careful with it, which is one reason I'm busy knitting more again. Some of it was too badly moth-eaten to bother trying to fix (I mean, seriously bad, like half the sweater gone). The one in the photo above needs new cuffs and a couple of holes repaired. I will probably use some sock yarn when I reknit the cuffs. I usually can't wear polyester yarns, but the sock yarns are OK on my feet, and I'm sure they will be OK in a sweater, which is mostly outerwear.

 

[Sacajawea]

Sweetwood, I've already made this pattern for sweetie. Out of actual woodland camo - (that nylon grid is hard on needles!). I didn't find it too difficult; even customized it in the sideseam, to be able to draw from his shoulder holster. We've since thought about other customizations. I did do a lot of military style reinforcement at stress points. Add drawstrings with cord keepers.

 

[Sweetwood]

Sweetwood, I've already made this pattern for sweetie. Out of actual woodland camo - (that nylon grid is hard on needles!). I didn't find it too difficult; even customized it in the sideseam, to be able to draw from his shoulder holster. We've since thought about other customizations. I did do a lot of military style reinforcement at stress points. Add drawstrings with cord keepers.

Thats so cool! Would you be interested is taking on that project for me?

 

[Melodi]

I suspect that for some occasions, the fabric version would be superior to the knitted one. While my new one (photo to come later) is strong enough to hold a mobile phone or other items in the pouch, it is still made of knit fabric. It is hot, I slept in it during our stormy, cold weekend in a Scout's hall with no heating on; but it wouldn't be enough in super-cold weather.

Wool, knit, or good fabric, will repel rain, which I found my new knitted hoodie did very well. But, if you need things like stiff pockets and serious weather protection, a heavy woven wool, perhaps even using things like a sheep skin lining (Ikea has the skins that can be cut up), may be superior. Especially if you need several pockets to hold tools, for a night in the barn or hunting in the woods.

I do highly recommend that people who knit serious outerwear, who live on small holdings or with small animals (lots of cats), try the sock yarn edition to strengthen the knitting yarn. You probably won't have to do this if you can get yarn intended for floor loom weaving, commercial knitting machines, or spinning your own tighter COMBED yarns. I had that for years, when a family friend gave us giant skeins of weaving wool from the last rug-weaving company in Ireland. I had always made our family "rough" clothing out of it. After 30 years, I've pretty much run out of it (though I still find occasional bits here and there).

All in all, woven fabric vs knit for this item is going to depend on what you need or want it for.

 

[hd5574]

Depending on what fabric(s) you want to use, its going to be pricey. Green Pepper patterns are excellent to work with, but they aren't *simple*...you're probably talking 10-15 hours of work.

If you pay retail for some type of water resistant fabric, (plus insulation and lining), you're goingto be around $20 a yard.

LL Bean has some nice anoraks under a hundred bucks. I bought a goosedown parka from them 26 years ago... it goes in the washing machine every Spring, and still looks like new.

DEPARTMENTS

Find the best anorak at L.L.Bean. Our high quality products are thoughtfully designed and made to last.

www.llbean.com

Summerthyme

I second LL Bean...they have quality clothing..most generally their sales are not what they were years ago..when I was young I remember my dad shopping from their catalog back in the 1950s and 60s...it wasn't the glossy catalog of today.

I was super lucky a few days ago...I was able to get a pair of their famous boots ... a little better than 50% off including the tax...they are both water proof and insulated...the catch is they only have women's size six ...but I am a size 6.. if anyone wants a pair..and is size 6...hurry they had a limited supply..they are made in the USA....and they resole their boots...

I also have their down.. .and it lasts for years don't even how long I have had mine....I was lucky enough to get a couple of things in their newer 850 down...on sale...it is wonderful.

They have The River Driver... a wool (outside) and cotton (inside) shirt..my husband has lived in them for the last 50 years..they are basically his upper long john top..base layer ..he lives in them in the winter..24/7
Years back they made them for women..I have a small hoard of them..machine wash and dry...and I have never managed to wear one out..
DH wears them to work and has worn out a few over the years..they are warm..non itch... expensive but worth the money..

I also love that with an LL Bean credit card..free shipping and free returns so I can try things at home and return for any reason...no questions asked..for up to one year,,..plus rewards that can reduce the price..I can return things by dropping off at the CVS ...next door to one of the grocery stores I shop at all the time..so very easy..

 

[Sweetwood]

An update on my project. I found a completed custom made anorak that fits everything I was searching for. I’m still working on the home made model with a friend. I cost a pretty penny but totally worth it.

 

[Melodi]

I am currently knitting my third version of the Wonderful Wallabee pattern, though one of the versions was done with a hoodie or a front pocket, so it is really a raglan sweater. After most of a Winter so far this year, I can see that my double-yarn version, using both traditional spun Irish Yarn of the sort intended for Aran sweaters and sock yarn (25 percent synthetic), works best in our rain-soaked climate. Especially this year, when we have had an unusual amount of nearly constant, soaking, and heavy rain with wind. The sort I got used to in the Bay Area, when an umbrella is pointless because the wind blows it backwards. Paired with Danish 100 percent Marino Wool underwear, it kept me warm waiting for a late bus in unusually cold and rain-soaked weather - the pouch kept my hands from freezing without mittens handy. The Irish Wool repelled the water really well, though I don't think "Super Wash" would have worked in that kind of weather.

I am delighted you found a commercial version of what you needed right away, leaving you free to experiment with the hand-sewn version in a less stressful way. You can take your time with it and know that there is a commercial alternative ready to wear - right now.