Vests can be made with a variety of fabric, adapting them to the climate you are in.
There are a plethora of different styles of vests for men. Vintage vests are often sleeveless and meant to be worn over a shirt or sweater. Because vintage vests need to be bought in a specialty or thrift store, they can be hard to find or costly. A great option instead is to make your own vintage-inspired men's vest with vintage fabric. Many vintage vests will have embellishments such as prints, buttons or designs that are easy to place on your homemade vest.
Instructions
1. Choose a vest pattern or make one in the style of your choosing. You will need to choose fabric based on the pattern specifications you have chosen, making sure to have at least 1 or more yard of fabric and fleece for both the inside lining and outside of the vest.
2. Lay down your pattern and cut out the necessary pieces for your vest. You should have one back piece and two front pieces. Repeat this step using the fleece material. Lay out the back piece of the vest with the right side of the fabric facing down. Pin the fleece piece, with the right side facing up, to the fabric using the sewing pins. Sew the fleece to the fabric, removing the pins as you go. Repeat this process with the two flaps of the vest.
3. Carefully put all three vest segments together using the sewing pins. Sew the vest together, making sure to allow room for the armpit holes. The addition of buttons elevates the vintage feel of the vest. Place the buttons on the outer corner of either side of the vest and sew into place, staying as close to the edge as possible. Button holes can be carefully cut on the other side of the vest, but if the vest is more for style than practicality, it is not necessary.
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