What can be made from an old coat

We often keep things in our closets for years that we won’t wear again, but it’s a pity to throw them away. So, many women have various coats that look like new, but are already hopelessly out of fashion. And what to do with them next is completely unclear. In fact, there are a lot of ideas on what can be useful and beautiful made from an old coat. But it can also be updated with a few tricks. All you need for this is desire, a little skill in needlework and, of course, free time.

New life for an old coat

Giving an old thing a new life means, first of all, turning on your imagination. But don’t forget about trendy solutions. After all, only thanks to them the item will turn out fashionable and modern.

Updating an old coat with your own hands

To turn an old model into a stylish thing, you don’t need any special skills in needlework. There are many simple options, the results of which will exceed all expectations. Our article presents several interesting proposals.

Adding an interesting print

Prints on clothes in the modern world are incredibly popular. Models with various textured patterns look stylish and very beautiful.

Important!

To apply a pattern with a print on an old coat, you will need acrylic paints.

To create an exclusive design, you don’t even need to use a brush. It's easy to create with your fingers. After creating the desired pattern, the paint needs to be allowed to dry.

It will look more stylish if you apply the design not to the entire surface, but only to individual parts. For example, on the sleeves, collar or on the bottom of the product.

Military style coat

Military style is one of the fashion trends in the fashion world. It is characterized by military-themed details. To create a coat in this style, it is enough to decorate it with elements from this area: large buttons, various khaki-colored inserts, metal fittings, large lacing, etc. You can also use a leather belt with a large buckle, and sew, for example, braid onto the sleeves.

Making a new coat from an old one using satin ribbon

There is another interesting solution for giving outerwear an updated appearance. To do this you will need a satin ribbon, scissors and a measuring tape.

1. First you need to shorten the sleeve. It can be made three quarters. This option always looks stylish and very unusual.
2. After you have cut the sleeve, trim its edges and sew on a satin ribbon.

You can also sew it on the sleeve and, for example, make a couple of stripes on the back.

Beads, beads, sequins - everything is in use

Decoration with beads, rhinestones or beads always looks advantageous in combination with any model. To complement a product with such decorations, of course, you need to use your imagination. For example, you can use self-adhesive rhinestones and use them to trim the sleeves and collar. You can glue rhinestones in a chaotic, careless manner, or you can use them to create complex patterns and compositions.

Making a delicate coat using lace

Lace is another great decoration option. It can be chosen to match the product or play in contrast. Lace can be used more or less openwork. Sleeves, collar or hem should be decorated. Don't be afraid of bold decisions.

Using an old coat for new purposes

From old outerwear you can make a bunch of things that can be useful in everyday life or become interior decoration. In addition, the attitude towards things made with one’s own hands is very warm and reverent.

On a note!

The process of needlework brings a lot of positive emotions: it calms you down and relieves stress.

Before you start creating something new, you need to rip the coat, remove all threads, buttons and decorations, after which the fabric is well ironed.

Children's toys from an old coat

Scraps and scraps from an old coat can be used to create children's soft toys. And if you also involve your child in this exciting process, then together you will receive great pleasure from the result. Sew a doll, dog or bear. Eyes, mouth and nose can be made from beads. The antennae, for example, are made from fishing line. Imagine with your baby!

Making a warm rug

This item is ideal for creating a warm rug in the Hand made style. If you need a fairly large rug, you can use several old things at once.

1. First you need to cut even, identical strips from an old coat.
2. After this, make small rolls out of them.
3. Next, you need to glue them together using a glue gun.Use it to apply glue to the strips and twist them.
4. Now you need to glue the rolls together. Your mat is ready! The void between the rolls can also be filled using scraps from coats.

The resulting rug is not only original, but also very warm.

Stool covers made from an old coat

Making stool covers from coats is as easy as shelling pears. But the result is simply charming. After all, such things can not only decorate the interior, but, first of all, they make the house more comfortable and warmer.

1. First, measure the seat of your chair.
2. Cut out the necessary parts from an old coat.
3. Process all cuts using an overlocker, sewing machine or by hand.
4. Sew an elastic band along the edges. Your case is ready!

Now you will be pleased with warm covers for chairs, made, moreover, with your own hands.

An old coat will be used for new pillows

An old coat is a great solution for creating new sofa cushions.

On a note!

Before you begin, you need to thoroughly clean your coat.

After cleaning, you can start sewing pillows.

1. Cut out several pieces measuring 30x30 cm. Their number should be even.
2. Place the two pieces right sides together and sew using a machine or by hand, leaving a small opening for turning inside out.
3. Next, turn the product inside out and fill it with various rags, cotton wool or padding polyester.
4. Carefully sew up the remaining area. Our sofa cushion is ready. If desired, it can be decorated with lace, beads and an interesting print.

This is how you can use an old coat: update it and wear it further, or use it for useful household items.