school days jacket + coat sewing pattern Size 4-8 Kids

Sizes 4-8 Kids

Heading off to school through inclement weather? This unisex, hooded jacket and coat pattern handles the elements as either a raincoat or a winter jacket. Pattern features patch pockets and choice of duffle closure details. Optional removable quilted lining can be made with or without sleeves for additional warmth.

Skills Used

Each of our patterns calls on a unique set of sewing skills. Haven't ever done one of these things before? Don't worry. We'll walk you through it, step by step.

After successfully sewing this pattern, you will have developed the following skills: lining, patch pockets, and set-in sleeves.

Suggested Fabrics

Wool coating (including melton or boiled wool), oilcloth or laminated (raincoat) fabrics, denim and canvas.
Lining: light- to medium-weight fabrics like quilting cottons, broadcloth, or acetate or rayon lining qualities.
Quilted Lining: Cotton fabric with batting, cotton fabric with micro-fleece, or ready-made quilted fabrics.

Notions

Jacket: Thread, 2 large snaps or Velcro© patches for front closure.
View A: 3 toggle buttons with 1 yard of leather or fabric cording (handmade or purchased).
View B: Three 3/4" buttons.
Optional Insulated Vest: Thread, 1 1/2 - 4 yards of 1/2"-5/8" double-folded bias tape (purchased or handmade), nine 3/8"- 1/2" buttons, 18" of 1/4"-wide elastic or elastic cording.