We’ve had some rain already this Fall and I was prepared with this gorgeous laminated cotton to sew a raincoat for Olivia. Actually, I think with a roll of the sleeves, all of the girls can wear it. I’ve had the laminated cotton for almost a year, but was nervous to sew with it because I don’t have a Teflon foot for my sewing machine. After getting into the jacket sewing spirit with all of the 5&10 Designs sewing, I worked up the nerve to cut into the laminated cotton and this raincoat turned out so beautifully!
It’s lined with the softest polka dot flannel and finished with pearl snaps. I included inseam pockets made of flannel also. We don’t usually have really heavy downpour so I’m hoping the flannel just inside the sleeve hem and the pockets doesn’t become a wet problem (obviously, you’d want the sleeves rolled down, but we wanted to show off the flannel in the pictures). You could add flaps over your pockets and facings to the sleeves if you’re in a location with a lot of rain. I did use the laminate for the front and hood facings and love the way the jacket looks!
The girls just crawl into the flannel lining – it’s so warm and yummy – makes the prospect of putting on a crinkly raincoat much more inviting, don’t you think?
The fabric is laminated cotton “Who’s that Girl?” by Robert Kauffman. The Parisian street scene print is absolutely gorgeous! I used the regular cotton on some projects previously – like this sleeveless peasant dress and this throw pillow. The polka dot flannel lining is also Robert Kauffman and the polka dots really just add some sunshine to the rainy day!
A couple tips for sewing the laminated cotton without special attachments.
1. Lengthen your stitches a bit.
2. Don’t use pins where the holes will show on the finished jacket.
3. Sew with the lining fabric against your presser foot as much as possible as this is where the laminate gets stuck feeding through your machine.
4. To topstich on the laminate (which is essential for getting a nice crisp edge around the hood, down the front seams, and around the hems) – insert a strip of regular tissue paper between the fabric and the presser foot. You’ll sew through both and the foot will glide right over the laminate.
Once you’re done stitching, gently and slowly tear away the tissue paper. It’s almost like tearing perforated paper, just be careful not to pull too hard on the stitching.
I used the 5&10 Designs Volume 2 pattern for the raincoat. It’s the basic coat – Look No. 1 – including the hood – I added a few inches to the longer length to make a raincoat that would come down to mid-thigh area. This is a quick sew! Cutting out the facings takes a little time, but other than that, you’re just sewing together the the sleeves and bodice and attaching the hood – nothing too fancy! I’m going to be brave and make the other girls raincoats, too. Everyone loves a new raincoat! Delia and Jessica sewed up raincoats for their kiddos too! Click on the pics below to go see theirs!
Annika says
I would first sew Look No 10.
Katie says
I have always wanted to make a rain coat for my daughters! I would love the pattern just to do this if nothing else!
Janelle says
Number 2
Joanne says
I love your fabric choice for the raincoat! Great job!
Katrina H says
What a perfect print for a pretty raincoat!
Vernagrace says
Love your fabric choice, and I would love to try the raincoat as well as the other patterns.
Thank you for the giveaway.
Margaret R says
I love the look of all the coats but especially number 5&8.
Kristin says
Am dying to win. This looks so exciting!!!
Susan C says
I’ve never tried a jacket, so I’d have to start with #1 but I love all the looks!
Sarah M. says
I’d so look #4 first!
Whitney Luckenbill says
i would see the swing coat. After seeing this raincoat, however, I think my daughter needs one just like it!
Angie O. says
LOVE this raincoat and the fabric! I would probably make Look #4 for my son first, but I also have a daughter who would love a raincoat like yours so that would definitely be on the list next. Love the details and options!
Fräulein Rucksack says
I’d first make the vest. But a rain coat, oh my!
Laura D says
Love the fabric!
liz f says
I love the raincoat – I have some AMH laminate that I”ve been saving for two years! But I also like the No. 10 with the knit!
Gigi says
Amazing fabric! Love the dots!!
MArtina Schwarze says
I would try #3 for one of my sons 😉
Bess Bauer says
I love look 1and 4. Those raincoats are so adorable.
Kristi Andres says
I love them all and can’t choose which one. the Parisian look would be fun, but the polka dots are adorable too.
Dini Green says
Number 1 for sure for my daughter
Audrey says
#2 or #8 I guess if I win I’ll have to decide!
[email protected] says
it would be a REALLY hard choice between #3 and #8… love them BOTH. 🙂
Maria Conway says
I have to choose one!!? Imposible! lol
I love looks 1, 3, 8 and 10 not sure what I’d make first..
Tiffany says
So cute! Your bravery is inspiring.
Ilona says
I love no 1 and no 9
Becks says
I want to make raincoats for my kids!!!!
Megan says
The fabric you chose for this raincoat is amazing!
Heather says
I was just thinking I wanted to sew a rain coat and a army jacket for my daughter!
Lynn Poulin says
I LOVE the Paris print you used for the raincoat!
Emily says
Love your version!
Morland says
Love the raincoat! I would love to make one for my daughter!
Barbara P. says
I like the swing coat best but this raincoat is adorable!
Charity says
I love the lining! The fabrics are both so fun. I’d love to sew a raincoat like this! Although it might be pointless with how little rain we get around here. =)
kristine hansen says
What an adorable raincoat. I have sewn a raincoat before too, but I really
like the pattern and the parisian fabric. You are an inspiration to us all!
Paige says
The material soooo cute I may have to find some for my girlies and that coat is amazing never would have thought iit was not store bought
Linda L. says
I love Look #2, the shawl collar jacket. It looks so comfortable and would keep the shoulders and back warm while not getting in the way of playing.
tami says
I would sew 2 AND 5 first
Very Shannon says
Oh my gosh is this adorable! And your daughter is stunning! So beautiful! Great job on this!
Laurel says
I love number 3. Cute raincoat and darling fabric.
Heidi G says
Aaahh!! Love them! I’d sew Look 5 for my daughter (she is all about the ruffles) and maybe my son would finally want me to make him something… that cool Look 4.
Amy Nimrick Johnson says
I have a laminate print cut out and ready to see, but been a bit anxious. Your tissue paper tip I will definitely try! Thanks. Also been searching online for the perfect winter coat pattern. I like the pea coat.
marjolein says
I would start with look nr 10, nice and sporty! thanks for the chance to win 😉
Jess Abbott says
this is SO STUNNING Stef!!! I am in love with your version!!!
noemy says
Love all!!! My granddaughter certainly will look good on any of them!!!
Karen says
I would sew look 3 first, but all these gorgeous raincoats are tempting me to sew one too!
Karen says
This is gorgeous. I would love to try look 3 first but a rain coat is getting more tempting with all these lovely versions!
Sarah says
Love those patterns, and the Parisian raincoat is glorious.
Lisa wilkinson says
the third one – so cute! I’ve never made a coat before so I’d be game to try any of them!
Marika says
Look number 2 would be first on my list 🙂
Maria Rocha says
The raincoat pattern is lovely for my 5 years old.
Erica H. says
Love this raincoat! I need to make some for my boys. This is perfect and simple! Thanks for the inspiration!
Trish says
That is the cutest rain coat I’ve ever seen! I really need to try this for my kids. We’re moving to Oregon & will need rain jackets! Amazing fabric choices btw.
Beki says
This is my favourite! The fabric is amazing ☺
Aubrey says
That jacket is absolutely adorable!!!
And I love the tip of using the tissue paper!
I will definitely be trying that the next time I try laminate. My first attempts weren’t bad (just a couple of picnic blankets for us) but definitely some bunchy sewing. I wish I had know that trick before.
Lucy Ferguson says
I’ve been scared to use my laminated cotton but you have great tips! I might try now…
Kim B says
Look no. 3 – it’s so feminine!
Ashleigh | Mish-Mash Made says
That is beautiful fabric and a perfect combo with the polka dots!
Renee says
That trench coat is beyond darling… I think I’d attempt this first!
Cyndi says
#2 w/ the hood, as you did for a rain coat – simply adorable! That fabric is fantastic. I wouldn’t mind a rain coat for myself out of that!
Julie says
So cute! Would never have had the guts to use this fabric!
Lindsay Christensen says
I would do #2!
Sarah C. says
I would like to try No. #3
cathyv says
My 28 year old is always lamenting how ugly raincoats are! Maybe a Christmas present is in order with this cute idea?
Manette Gutterman says
I love no.4 the boy’s zipper jacket! My little guy would love this!
Stacey Clements says
I love number three!
Michelle says
Number 1.
Jackie F says
I have some laminated cottons just waiting to be turned into a raincoat, too!
Katherine says
I think I would probably sew look 1 first as it would be perfect for the cold, wet weather we’re getting just now.
claudia ribeiro says
it is amazing, i love it…
Grace E says
Oh this is so lovely! I’ve been wanting to make a raincoat for my daughter for the longest time!! Thank you for the chance to win!!
Danielle S. says
I just adore this raincoat. I have some laminated cotton I’ve been waiting to use.
GloriaW says
I really like the look No 3, is the first thing I would sew.
drue hartwell says
I LOVE that fabric. Have to buy some now.
Cindy says
I sewed a lot of different things but as of yet no raincoat. I would love to give a try and sew one.
Geraldine says
i so want this for my daughter!! Love it, beautiful! Thank you for the tips
Emily says
so cute!!! I have been wanting to make a rain coat and this just inspired me to do it! I wonder if you could line it with a micro fleece… We get a lot of COLD rain!
Sara says
I Would try that raincoat! It’s adorable!
Colette says
I like number 1!