Trailblazer Maternity and Baby Carry Add-on - Materials List
Suggested Fabrics
Exterior: Wool, wool blends, corduroy, denim, pre-quilted cottons, canvas, cotton drill, suede and oil skin are all suitable fabrics. You could use quilting cottons for a spring weight vest or quilt an extra layer in between the exterior and lining fabric for extra warmth. If you wanted a puffer-style vest, then polyester or nylon with batting quilted onto it works well. You might consider using a stable knit for the side panels for a little extra “give” where the toddler’s legs/knees will be.
Please note: It is NOT recommended to use thick fabrics for both lining and exterior as it may be challenging to sew through certain areas. **You may need to size up if using batting or using a thick fabric lining such as sherpa.
Lining: Traditionally you would use a slippery fabric for lining; however, cotton, linen and flannel work well too. Sherpa is also a deliciously snugly lining fabric. If using a lightweight exterior fabric, you could use pre-quilted polyester lining to provide extra warmth.
Other Supplies & Notions
- Spool of coordinating thread
- Elastic 3/4” (2cm) wide - approx 25” (60cm)
- Optional - hook and loop tape, approximately 4” (10cm)
- Separating zipper (opens completely at both ends) which matches exactly the teeth size/brand of the zipper used for the Trailblazer Vest so that they will zip up together.
For the maternity panel:
Sizes A-B = 22” (56cm) Sizes C-I = 24” (61cm) Sizes J -N = 26” (66cm)
For the carry panel:
Women’s Size A = 16” (41 cm) Women’s Sizes B-N = 16” (46cm) Men’s Size = 18” (51cm)
Fabric Requirements Chart
Refer to the fabric requirements chart within your original Trailblazer Vest pattern.
You will need an extra 1/2 yd (0.5m) for either the maternity panel or the carry panel.
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