When it comes to keeping your family safe in the car, having a car seat poncho is a must-have. But what if you don’t have an extra carseat? Or, even worse, what if you don’t have a car? Don’t worry, you can still make a car seat poncho without sewing. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of making a poncho out of an old shirt and some fabric strips. It’s easy and perfect for keeping your family warm and dry in any weather condition.
Materials Required
Materials Required:
– Car Seat Poncho
– Worsted Weight Yarn in various colors
– Crochet Hook Size G (4.00 mm)
– Safety Pins
– Fusible Webbing
– Sewing Machine with Zipper Setting
Car Seat Poncho:
1. Begin by crocheting your car seat poncho using a Worsted Weight yarn in the colors of your choice. The size of your poncho will depend on the size of your car seat. Mine is approximately 54”x36”, so I crochet a 58”x38” poncho. If you want to make it larger or smaller, just adjust the hook size accordingly. Be sure to join each round with a slip stitch in the middle of the round to keep it even throughout.
2. Once you have completed the desired length and width of your car seat poncho, sew it together along one side using a zipper setting on your sewing machine. You can also use safety pins if you do not have a zipping machine available.
How to Make a Car Seat Poncho No Sew
Making a car seat poncho is a great way to keep your child warm and comfortable while they ride in their car. This project is easy to make and can be completed in just a few minutes.
To make the car seat poncho, you will need:
-A large piece of fabric (at least 60″ wide)
-A sewing machine
-Fabric thread color of your choice
-Scissors
-Pins or buttons
-Straw or another soft material to place over the head of the child while using the poncho as a pillow
1. Begin by measuring your child’s car seat and cutting a piece of fabric that matches its dimensions. Be sure to account for any extra fabric that may be needed on both sides of the car seat to cover the straps. If you are unsure about how much fabric you’ll need, consult with your carseat’s manufacturer for more information.
2. Next, sew together one long side of the fabric along the length of the car seat, making sure to leave a 1/2″ seam allowance at both ends. Do not serge or press this seam yet; we’ll do that later when we attach the other side of the fabric. Instead, fold this edge over 1/4″ and pin it in place along one long side of the fabric so that it forms an ” A ” shape (see photo below). Repeat this step on the other long side of the fabric
Conclusion
As the weather starts to cool down and fall arrives, it’s important to keep your family safe by ensuring they have proper protection from the elements. One easy way to do this is by making a car seat poncho. This project can be completed in just a few minutes with simple supplies you likely already have at home, and it will provide your family with all the warmth they need while keeping them dry and comfortable. So why wait? Grab some materials and get started!