There are several ways to sew a children's vest, which one to choose?
Our master class will show you the best option. You will learn how easy it is to make a pattern yourself and master the original technology of sewing a vest.
Children's vest: choose the fabric
Before buying fabric, decide on the length of the vest, and then add 5 cm to it - this will be the amount of fabric you need for front side and the same amount is needed for the lining. Choose a medium-weight fabric for your vest: cotton, jeans or corduroy, suiting fabrics, fine wool. You can make a traditional lining in silk, rayon or satin, but you can also use the same type of fabric as on the front. In our example, we used denim for the front and thick cotton with stripes for the lining.Match the threads and buttons to the fabric you have already purchased. You can also sew a completely reversible vest - buy twice as many buttons (with holes, not on the leg!) And sew them in pairs from the face and the wrong side at the same time.
We used a T-shirt for the sample, but it can also be a shirt - the main thing is that the item is of the right size.
So let's sew a children's vest!
Building a pattern
Spread a sheet of paper on a flat surface. Place a t-shirt folded in half on top of it.
Draw a pencil around the line of the armhole and neckline, and mark the vertical lines for the middle of the part and the side seam.
Take off your shirt. Measure the desired depth of the cut and transfer the mark to the middle line of the part and connect to the left extreme point of the shoulder. Draw the desired silhouette of the bottom of the vest at the desired distance from the shoulder. Cut out the pattern by cutting it so that it is convenient to mark the fabric for cutting out both the front and back.
Cut open
The sewing technique used in this workshop requires a seam in the middle of the back in the lining fabric. The back seam on the front is optional and you can cut the back in one piece.
From the main fabric (for the front side):
From lining fabric:
- 2 back details, to cut out the second pattern, turn over, mirror.
- 2 details of the front (vest shelves), to cut out the second pattern, turn over, mirror it.
Progress
- vest details
- buttons
- threads, pins and scissors
Sew center back piece from base fabric. Sew back details from lining fabric - leave open part of the seam in the middle, about 10cm. Iron the allowances to the sides.
Fold back and lining fabrics in pairs face inside. Pin and sew around the perimeter, leaving side and shoulder seams open.
Cut the allowances on the armholes with scissors, not reaching the seam by 2-3mm, cut off the allowances at the corners obliquely.
Insert the shelves into the open side seams of the backrest and align the shoulder and side seams.
Pin off all layers and sew shoulder and side seams.
Unscrew the vest through the open area in the center seam of the back lining.
Mark a place for the loops and overcast them by hand or with a typewriter. Sew on buttons. 
2016-08-23 Maria Novikova
How to sew a warm vest for a child on a padding polyester? Insulated quilted vest Is a stunning piece in every wardrobe. Sewing a children's vest with your own hands is very simple and quick. My master class will help you sew a puffy vest for a boy with welt pockets in a clear and affordable way.
As you remember from the previous article, I told where I used the unspent material from and. From fleece, I sewed a warm jacket, and from jacket fabric and insulation I decided to sew a children's insulated vest or, in another way, a quilted vest.
The vest will be on a padding polyester for my nephew's boy, but you can sew a vest for your child. How to sew a vest with your own hands without unnecessary hassle, see below in my master class.
You will need:
- Main fabric - vest length + 10.0 - 15.0 cm.
- Lining fabric - vest length + 10.0 - 15.0 cm.
- Insulation (synthetic winterizer) - vest length + 10.0 - 15.0 cm.
- Long zipper - 1 pc.
- Elastic thread - 1 pc.
- Narrow elastic band - 1.5 - 2.0 m.
- Threads in the color of the fabric - 1 pc.
- Sewing accessories
How to sew a children's quilted vest?
In this article, I will not tell you in detail how to cut a children's vest, I will just outline the very essence. The vest pattern on padding polyester is a shelf and back from any pattern shoulder product... Therefore, you can easily use a pattern of the appropriate size as a template.
If you are a beginner and there are no patterns in your arsenal yet, then you can simply remove it from a suitable product. How to do this, see my video tutorial,. How to properly cut the vest and make the layout of the patterns on the fabric, I already wrote about this in the last article.
After cutting, you should have 3 parts of the back and shelves from the main fabric, insulation and lining. All parts must be identical to each other.
Seam allowances for cutting:
- Shoulder, side, edge of the sides - 1.0 cm;
- Neck and armholes - 0.5 - 0.7 cm;
- Bottom - 5.0 - 6.0 cm.
Recommendation! When choosing a pattern for a quilted vest, consider the size of the pattern in relation to the future product. The insulated vest is the outer part of clothing and is worn over warm sweaters and sweaters. Therefore, the size of the pattern should be more size child (about 1 size), in addition, take into account the child's adolescence.
Sewing a vest
Pocket processing
After the cut details are received, you need to process the pockets on the shelves. For convenience, pockets are processed before joining all parts, including insulation. As the pockets for the vest, I chose a welt pocket in a frame with a leaf. You will find how to handle such a pocket in my master class.
Connection of parts with insulation
On the shelves of the insulation (in the place where the pockets are located), make slots for burlap and push them through the slots obtained.
According to the model, horizontal stitches are provided on the children's vest, which give the product a puffy look, and also fasten the insulation and the upper part. To do this, mark the lines on the details of the back and shelves with chalk along which the lines will pass. The wider the distance between the lines, the more voluminous the vest will be, the smaller the distance, the less volume is. Also take into account the coincidence of the lines along the side seams on the shelves and back.
Fasten the insulation parts with the upper parts with tailor's pins, and lay the stitches along the marked lines. To give the stitches a gathering and volume, wind an elastic band around the bobbin, which will tighten the seams when sewing.
After connecting the parts, carefully cut off all excess insulation around the edges.
Joining shoulder seams
Stitch shoulder seams and iron. Many sources write that it is impossible to iron the seams in such products, but I will say from my own experience that a light touch of the iron, through the iron with a small amount of steam, will improve the aesthetic appearance of the product. Just be careful, you should not touch the insulation with the iron, as the fibers will melt, as well as the loss of its airiness.
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After trying on, the vest is laid out on a flat surface and changes are made along the unmarked lines. Sometimes, this is a deepening of the line of the armhole and neckline; clarification of the volume along the side seams or change in length.
Collar processing
Stand collar making
In this version of the children's vest, there is a model without a hood on the stand-up collar. Therefore, you first need to make a collar. To do this, we measure the circumference of the neck and cut out a rectangle on the fabric along the length equal to the circumference of the neck, and in width = the width of the rack in finished form + an allowance of 0.7 cm and multiplied by 2. The width of the rack can be taken from 5.0 - 6.0 cm. (depends on the size of the child).
From the insulation, cut out a detail = half the width of the stand, and length = the length of the collar.
Connect a piece of insulation with the collar from the wrong side.
Align the center of the collar (where the insulation is) with the center on the back, align the cuts and pin the collar and neck with pins. Sew in and sew in the collar at the neckline.
Found unknown words, then refer to and.
Sewing in zippers
Sew in and stitch the zipper into the vest, see how to do this in my master class. When connecting the zipper to the product, step back from the bottom to the width of the allowance and start pinning the zipper from the bottom up to the middle of the stand-up collar.
When closing the zipper, all horizontal seams and stitching should be joined.
Lining processing
Stitch and press the shoulder pad seams onto the back. Sew along the armholes (from the seamy side with a zigzag in a stretch) a narrow elastic, stepping back from the sections of 2.0 - 2.5 cm. Before starting work, measure the length of the elastic, it should be slightly less than the length of the armhole.
Connecting the pad to the top
Fold the lining and main garment right-side up. Secure with pins along the shoulder seams so that the seams match. Stitch the lining and top of the vest over the armholes.
Seam side seams
Connect the armhole in a closed line and secure with a pin along the side seam. Stitch the side seams, starting from the bottom of the garment, through the armhole, going into the side seam on the lining and ending at the bottom of the lining.
Then connect the neck of the lining with the free cut of the collar on a typewriter.
Bottom processing
Sew a narrow elastic band along the bottom of the vest, stepping back from the cut 2.0 - 2.5 cm, the length of the elastic should be slightly less.
Stitch the lining and the main product along the bottom, but before joining, reduce the length of the lining by 5.0 - 6.0 cm so that it does not peek out when worn.
Board processing
Connect the lining to the product along the sides on the shelves, while grinding the ends of the collar and the bottom to the width of the allowance.
Make a small hole (10.0 - 15.0 cm), support the side seam and turn the vest to the right side.
Blast piping along the zipper and top overstitching.
Collar fastening
Align the seams of the collar with lining and collar with the product. Baste them, and then use a seam stitch to secure the seam to the seam.
Final finishing
Remove all temporary thread, blind-stitch the hole in the side seam, and sew a label hanger to the neckline. Secure the armholes at the shoulder and side seams with a bartack in the seam.
Children's insulated vest with their own hands
If you carefully watched the master class on how to sew a children's vest with your own hands, then you noticed that there is no difficulty in this. A do-it-yourself vest is a great option for a children's wardrobe, as well as an excellent saving of your money. In my case, I spent only on the purchase of a zipper. How much does such a vest cost in the store? A do-it-yourself vest on padding polyester will always look original and especially.
Choose any model or beautiful fabric and a children's insulated vest with their own hands will bring joy to your child and of course to you.
Models of insulated children's vests
Vests for boys
Vests with a knitted hood. 
Interesting models of vests for a boy.
Vests for girls
Vests are back in fashion!
This fact is intended to serve as an excuse for needlewomen to get down to business without hesitating a minute.
For inspiration, I will add that people who have a vest in their wardrobe note its indispensability, rationality and excellent compatibility with the very different clothes... Checked!
There is no end to the variety of vests! It is suitable for every family member. From a small child to our beloved grandparents. So why not seize the moment and make at least the people closest to us happy? At the same time gaining invaluable experience in mastering the sewing business.
Sewing this practical piece of wardrobe will not be difficult. Moreover, if you consider that each dressmaker can choose a style, and fabric, and the type of processing in accordance with their level of training (we mean - courage and determination).
One pattern at a time, changing the fabric, finishing and processing methods, you can sew several different models vests.
I suggest starting with a children's vest. If you used to sew clothes for your child and already have a basic pattern, you can model a vest based on it, I think you can handle it. There will be many questions, ask, we will show step by step instructions for modeling a vest. You can use patterns from fashion magazines, choosing the appropriate size.
As an example, we give another pattern for a child of about 9-11 years old, chest girth 68-72 cm. The table of sizes of children's clothes, as well as the ratio of age, height, chest girth and weight of the child, is possible.
It is very simple to draw such a pattern. We arm ourselves with a triangle, a ruler, a pencil and, of course, a sheet of paper. A little patience, diligence, a few minutes of time and the pattern is ready. You can adjust the length of the product yourself, the depth of the armhole and neckline, etc.
I give a hint, so to speak, the direction of movement.
Let's start with the back. Comparing my description and drawing, you will understand the principle of construction.
In the upper left corner of the sheet we put a point O, from which we set aside 21.5 cm down, we put a point G. And again down 35 cm, we put a point H. From the obtained points we draw horizontal lines.
Looking at our drawing, draw out the line of the neck of the back and the line of the shoulder. We connect point O and 2 with a smooth curve, and connect the shoulder line from point 2 to point P with a straight line. This is all for now.
From the point G to the right (this is the chest line), we set aside 17 cm, put the point G1 and another 5.5 cm - this is the point G2. From the point G1 we put 4 cm upwards, put the point P1, and along the bisector 1.5 cm. And only now we connect point P with point P1. Look at the drawing. And make out the line of the armhole with a smooth curve.
Further, we work independently. I deliberately do not put letters on the rest of the pattern. If you still have questions or you find an error in the drawing or in the text (this happens), write. We will help, prompt, fix, etc.
Using this pattern, you can sew different vests, from different fabrics, with or without lining, with a collar or with a hood. You can change the style of the pockets or refuse them altogether. You can vary the fasteners (buttons, buttons, zipper), if you sew in a zipper, change the allowance in the middle of the front. On the pattern there is an allowance for the fastener for buttons or buttons. Sections along the neckline and armholes can be edged with a bias tape, or stitched over, or by enlarging the armholes, sewn in a strip of knitwear. Can be decorated with applique or embroidery, etc. etc. Unleash your imagination or listen to the wishes of your little client.
All mothers want their children to be dressed well, for the season, so that the clothes are beautiful and of high quality. But, it is not always possible to choose an acceptable option among finished products, even in Moscow. What can we say about the cities in the outback. In this case, the ability to cut and sew a new thing for a child with your own hands will help out. Today we invite you to figure out how vests for boys are sewn. Consider school vests, warm, hooded, and masquerade models. In addition, we will figure out in detail how the pattern of a vest for a boy is performed.
A practical, personable classic vest is very necessary for modern schoolchildren. This is evidence of a certain status, the transition from childhood to adulthood.
Boys learn to be more collected, more serious. To sew a school vest for a boy with your own hands, you need to have some experience. If there is none, then you should not despair. You just need to simplify the model, refuse to execute welt pockets(this is perhaps the most difficult stage of sewing), or practice in performing this operation on waste fabric.
To sew a vest you need:
- fabric for the main part of the top - any suit fabrics will do;
- lining fabric - satin, viscose, polyester;
- non-woven fabric;
- buttons - 4 pcs.;
- threads, sewing tools.
Description
Construction of a vest pattern for a boy
In our master class, the construction of a pattern is made for a certain size. Having figured out the technique for constructing a pattern, you can model the pattern according to your parameters.
Sizes used:
- chest semicircle (POG) - 38.5 cm;
- neck girth (OSH) - 36 cm;
- the length of the product along the back (we measure from the seventh cervical vertebra to the desired length) (CI cn) - 47 cm;
- the length of the back to the waist (measured from the seventh cervical vertebra to the waist) - 35 cm (DS);
- the depth of the notch (measured in front of the cavity between the collarbones to the desired depth of the V - notch) (GV) - 9 cm.
We start the construction of the sleeveless pattern with a rectangle. Its width is equal to POG plus an increase by loose fit 3-5 cm. The length of the rectangle is equal to CI cn.
Draw a perpendicular downward through the center point of the horizontal line. On it we set aside the depth of the armhole. It is calculated as 1⁄3 POG + 6 cm.
From the point of intersection of these segments in each direction, set aside 1⁄2 of the width of the armhole. The width of the armhole is calculated as 1⁄4 POG + 2 cm.
We draw a preliminary line of the neck. Measure the width of the sprout from the upper left corner to the right. It is equal to 1⁄6 OSH + 5 mm. We put the height of the sprout up. For all sizes, it is 1.5 cm.
Along the line of the armhole, lay down 2 cm and connect this point with the top of the neck. After trying on, the size of the shoulder bevel can be adjusted taking into account the characteristics of the figure.
We draw the actual line of the neck of the vest 2 cm below the preliminary one. Set aside the shoulder length 6.5 cm.
From the upper right corner, set aside to the right the width of the roll-out (= the width of the roll-out of the back). Then we measure 2 cm down along the line of the armhole. We connect these points with a straight line.
Along it, from the top point, set aside 2 cm. Mark the top of the neck of the vest. Then we measure the length of the shoulder 6.5 cm.
Along the right vertical (= center of the front) we put down 1⁄6 OSH + 1 cm + GV. Draw a straight line through this point and the upper point of the roll-out, making out the cutout.
From the bottom points of the rectangle of the armhole along the bisector we measure 2 cm each. Draw the curved line of the armhole as shown in the drawing.
We envisage 1.5 cm for the entry of the shelf, extend the roll-out line. We make the lower cut according to our choice or as shown in the drawing.
We draw vertically the center lines of the front and back parts. Draw a waist line. Set aside 7.5 mm from the intersection points in both directions. If desired, the side seam can be slightly narrowed at the waist and widened at the hips.
We mark out the patterns for the trimming and trimming as shown in the drawing.
We mark the places for the drawstring and pockets.
For the front part, transfer the dart from the waist to the armhole. To do this, mark a point approximately in the middle of the armhole and draw a curved curve.
We expand the details by 1 cm along the side seam.
We cut the pattern.
Ready-made patterns for this vest model
For novice dressmakers, a similar pattern for a boy's vest may seem difficult to build. It is much easier to sew a vest for a boy using ready-made patterns.
Therefore, we offer their options for different sizes:
- for 3 years;
- for 4 years;
- for 5 years;
- for 6 years;
- for 7 years;
- for 8 years;
- for 9 years;
- for 10 years;
- for 11 years.
Patterns need to be printed or redrawn in full size, taking into account the scale.
Cut open
For the vest reviewed in this master class. we will not do the trimming of the neck.
Cut out from the main fabric:
- shelf - 2 children;
- backrest - 1 child. with a fold;
- pick-up - 2 children.
When cutting, we take into account allowances for all sections of 1 cm, for the bottom - 2.5 cm.
We duplicate the trims and details of the shelves with non-woven fabric, since the fabric is quite soft.
Cut out from the lining:
- shelves to the pick line - 2 children;
- backrest - 1 child. with a fold.
In the center of the backrest, we lay a fold for freedom.
We also make allowances along 1 cm cuts, and 2.5 cm along the bottom.
Sewing
We make darts on the front details, iron them to the center. We also sew darts on the back, iron them to the center.
We carry out pockets.
How to make pockets so that it turns out neatly and correctly, we will consider step by step.
First, we strengthen the location of the pocket from the inside out.
In our case, as mentioned above, we duplicated the entire shelf.
On the front side, we mark a frame of 2 cm (in finished form it will be 1 cm) by 12-14 cm.
We cut out two edging for the frame. Width = 3 cm, length = frame length plus 3 cm.Total: 15 cm.
Duplicate the trims, fold them in half, iron them on. Draw a line from the fold line at a distance of 5 mm (= 1⁄2 frame height).
We apply the edging, aligning the fold line with the markings. In addition, we combine the lines vertically, fix them with pins.
We carry out a machine seam according to the marking of the facing.
The stitch should start and end on vertical lines.
We fix the allowances with pins so that they do not interfere.
Sew the second edging in the same way.
We check on the wrong side - the distance between the lines should be 10 mm.
We cut out the burlap pockets. Their length is equal to the length of the facing. Cut out the valance from the main fabric. Its length is 2 cm longer.
On the front side of the shelf, we apply the burlap to the lower edging, the valance - to the upper one. We fix it with pins.
We turn away and attach very close with the seam of the overturning.
We get it - see the photo below.
The valance is specially turned away for clarity.
We cut the entrance to the pocket. Cut the extreme lateral sections on both sides obliquely to the corners.
Note! Cut only one layer, turn off the piping.
We turn the burlap and valance on the seamy side.
We lay out the frame, corners. We pass the fixing line along the end of the frame.
We do the same with the second side.
Sew the sides of the burlap.
Ironing the pocket.
We carry out the side seams, iron the allowances to the sides.
There are several ways to sew a children's vest, which one to choose?
Our master class will show you the best option. You will learn how easy it is to make a pattern yourself and master the original technology of sewing a vest.
Children's vest: choose the fabric
Before buying fabric, decide on the length of the vest, and then add 5 cm to it - this will be the amount of fabric you need for the front side and the same amount you need for the lining. Choose a medium-weight fabric for your vest: cotton, jeans or corduroy, suiting fabrics, fine wool. You can make a traditional lining in silk, rayon or satin, but you can also use the same type of fabric as on the front. In our example, we used denim for the front and heavy striped cotton for the lining.Match the threads and buttons to the fabric you have already purchased. You can also sew a completely reversible vest - buy twice as many buttons (with holes, not on the leg!) And sew them in pairs from the face and the wrong side at the same time.
We used a T-shirt for the sample, but it can also be a shirt - the main thing is that the item is of the right size.
So let's sew a children's vest!
Building a pattern
Spread a sheet of paper on a flat surface. Place a t-shirt folded in half on top of it.
Draw a pencil around the line of the armhole and neckline, and mark the vertical lines for the middle of the part and the side seam.
Take off your shirt. Measure the desired depth of the cut and transfer the mark to the middle line of the part and connect to the left extreme point of the shoulder. Draw the desired silhouette of the bottom of the vest at the desired distance from the shoulder. Cut out the pattern by cutting it so that it is convenient to mark the fabric for cutting out both the front and back.
Cut open
The sewing technique used in this workshop requires a seam in the middle of the back in the lining fabric. The back seam on the front is optional and you can cut the back in one piece.
From the main fabric (for the front side):
From lining fabric:
- 2 back details, to cut out the second pattern, turn over, mirror.
- 2 details of the front (vest shelves), to cut out the second pattern, turn over, mirror it.
Progress
- vest details
- buttons
- threads, pins and scissors
Sew center back piece from base fabric. Sew back details from lining fabric - leave open part of the seam in the middle, about 10cm. Iron the allowances to the sides.
Fold the back and lining parts in pairs with the right side inward. Pin and sew around the perimeter, leaving side and shoulder seams open.
Cut the allowances on the armholes with scissors, not reaching the seam by 2-3mm, cut off the allowances at the corners obliquely.
Insert the shelves into the open side seams of the backrest and align the shoulder and side seams.
Pin off all layers and sew shoulder and side seams.
Unscrew the vest through the open area in the center seam of the back lining.
Mark a place for the loops and overcast them by hand or with a typewriter. Sew on buttons.
