If you’re tracing remember to at least mark the fold line and size.
I opted to trace mine on poster board because I make lots of ponchos so I need a durable pattern. Once your pattern is assembled you can leave as is or trace onto cardstock or something similar. Assemble the pattern according to the directions in the pattern tutorial. In my opinion the height chart in the pattern is more accurate than the suggested ages. I suggest size 2 for children 6 months to 24 months, size 4 for sizes 2T-4T and size 6 for 4T-6. After you grab the pattern print out your desired size. The extra few steps will result in a more professional finish and much nicer looking product.įirst, you’ll want to go to and grab the free Riding Hood car seat poncho pattern.
#Car seat poncho how to
I happen to know how to alter the pattern to avoid upside down prints so if you or your child has chosen a directional print fleece follow this tutorial. As you see, if I cut out the fabric using the original pattern piece the back of the poncho will be upside down. With a car seat poncho it’s one big piece with a hood so if you’re using a directional print you’ll end up with one side upside down. There is only one way to cut your pieces unless you want to end up with upside down vehicles.
What is a directional print? It’s a print that has to be cut a specific way to avoid being upside down. I’ve made lots of car seat ponchos for friends, relatives and customers and quite often I’m faced with fleece with a directional print. Car seat ponchos are quick and easy to make and all you need is a sewing machine, the free pattern from, some fleece and a zipper or snaps. So how do you keep your kids warm without needing to remove those heavy winter coats? With a car seat poncho. Most parents of young kids know bulky winter coats are not safe to use with car seats.
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