Cooler weather is finally here and I have a new free pattern to share today! This free Girls Faux Shearling Vest Pattern is ridiculously easy to sew (2 pattern pieces, 3 seams and no hemming) and is a perfect layering piece to add to your little one’s wardrobe.
I’m so excited to share this free vest pattern with you! This is a project that you should be able to complete in about 30 minutes. The vest really turns out great -just like something you would buy at the store. (My daughter is thrilled with hers).
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(Already downloaded this pattern? Skip straight to the sewing instructions. (page 3.)
This pattern is designed with faux shearling fabric in mind. Faux shearling fabric (also called bonded sherpa) cuts wonderfully (if you don’t mind a bit of fur floating around that is, lol) and does not need to be hemmed. I found my fabric at Walmart, and I saw the same fabric at Hobby Lobby last week (they had different colors to choose from too, though this was the only one I could find on-line – don’t forget your coupon 
) and there are tons of varieties online too. (I found a great selection on Etsy.)
You could sew this vest in a fun heavyweight knit. Something that drapes nicely, looks good on both sides and wouldn’t need to be hemmed. You could also make a reversible vest with 2 different fabrics. Just keep in mind, you’ll need to add a seam allowance around the edges if you make it reversible. Making a reversible vest with no visible seams is a bit tricky – if you don’t already know how to make a reversible vest, you would need to search for a tutorial on how to make one. (I do not currently have a reversible vest tutorial, but I am adding one to my to-do list.)
We went out back to snap these pictures, and our sweet Callie-kitty tagged along as usual. (she is 19 yrs old, btw.) She was desperate for a few pets and since we were not paying her enough attention, she was “self-petting” by jumping up on her back legs and trying to rub her chin on my missy’s hand. It was so funny to watch, I managed to get a few different shots of her doing this.
The lapel on this vest is designed to just lay open so you are able to reverse the vest if you like. You could also tack it down if desired.
You will be amazed at how easy this Girls Faux Shearling Vest Pattern is to sew. It is only 2 pattern pieces and 3 seams, plus no hemming. It’s a perfect layering piece to add to your little one’s wardrobe.
Fabric tip: the faux fur is a bit messy to work with. After sewing, I removed what I could with my hands and then tossed the vest into the dryer to let the lint trap catch the rest.
Head over to page 2 to get the pattern download link or skip over to page 3 for the sewing instructions.
Anne says
Cute vest!!! I love the leopard print faux shearling! I’ve got a Craft Gossip post scheduled for this evening that features your free pattern: http://sewing.craftgossip.com/?p=90621 –Anne
Jodie Hickman says
This is a precious vest. I want to make one of these for my fashionista grand daughter for Christmas. She is seven.
Jamie says
She will love it!
Kalliopi (Athens-Greece) says
Amazing vest, your creations are always sooooooo cute ! Please- please- please make everything in size 12 so I can make them for my girl .Honastly you are the best sewing blog by far!
Nana Mikie Mignola says
I’m in total agreement ! Everything you show is easily understood and easy to follow! My two granddaughters 3 and 5 love your items!!
Thanks bunches!
Jamie says
Thanks!
Liz says
How cool! How can I make this for a one year old? And a version with hoodie and sleeves would be awesome
Jamie says
A hoodie and sleeve would be awesome, you’ll have to google how to downsize a pattern.
Donna Corley says
I love the peasant dress and made matching ones for my granddaughters. I would love to post a pic but it doesn’t give me any option to. Thank you for sharing your beautiful patterns with us. Xxxx
Jamie says
Thanks, I agree it would be amazing if you could post a pic in the comments!
Leia says
I want the pattern for kids size 12 to Adult size for me!!! Any suggestions on making this pattern bigger to suit larger sizes?
Jamie says
There are definitely some tutorials for this out there. Google “how to make a pattern larger.”
Tessa Hudson says
i would love to make this for grandaughter .All I could find at local stores were the reversible sherpa blanket. throws. I guess that would work?
Jamie says
If it is bonded/double sided sherpa (fur/minky on one side and smooth suede-like fabric on the other side) I am sure it will work
Jamie says
Make sure the 2 sides are bonded together. You might find it at hobby lobby.
mbalcerzak91 says
Hello, i can’t download the pattern 🙁 on my mobile and desktop i have got such message and any form to accept my email:
DO NOT USE A HOTMAIL OR YAHOO EMAIL ADDRESS
[wp_eStore_ssf id=14 button_text=”Send me the Pattern”]
Troubleshooting the pattern download:
Jamie says
Yes, my pattern delivery system broke last week, but this pattern now available again. Good luck!
teri.modeland says
my downloaded pattern came with front (3 pages) back(3 pages) and an extra section (3 pages with no description printed on the pages)that looks like it could be to make the flap in the front longer, is that what it is? How is that added to the front?
Jamie says
there are 11 pages to this pattern. Match up the colored dots as shown here: https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/f4.jpg
Jamie says
also the instructions are found here and it even includes a video: https://www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com/girls-faux-shearling-vest-pattern/3/