Friday, August 24, 2012

Indigo Hunting (Foraging) Vest, v.1

I've been wanting to try and make this style of hunting vest for about a year now, but just haven't had the time.  This one is a little different than the what I've seen online.

I want it to work as a functional urban foraging vest, so ample storage space is important. Without  looking "obvious".  Been seeing some pears, apples, and possibly some apricots(!) in the neighborhood recently, so I should be testing the functionality soon.

Ingredients:  12oz indigo chambray duck cloth, 8oz indigo linen/cotton chambray lining, corozo buttons.  Single-needle construction throughout with hand-felled seams

New things - a welt chest pocket, full lining (split in the middle to form a pocket), and a belly pocket (poacher pocket).  Probably go with a lighter material next time, this one's pretty stiff and the front band is a too thick were multiple layers overlap.  Maybe add more curve to the belly pocket opening too.






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  1. robinkusmantoAugust 24, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    nice one, can I order something from you? Could you provide your email for further correspondence?

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    1. RussellAugust 30, 2012 at 7:05 AM

      Thanks Robin,

      I'll tell you, right now I've got to finish prototypes before M.A. Littler's film shooting starts in about 4 weeks, so I'm very busy. After that though I'd be happy to make something. Here's my email: prshurtz@gmail.com

      Thanks,

      Russell

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  2. Jess BaumungAugust 25, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    I would also be interested in a vest from you. I have a 38" chest. You have anything you want to sell? Email me at edwardbonapett@gmail.com

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    1. RussellAugust 30, 2012 at 7:06 AM

      Hello Jess,

      Please see above response and send me an email if you'd like.

      Thanks,

      Russell

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