Making Your Own Bike Clothing

[MomOnBike]

Unless you count the rain suit I made last year, I haven't made any bike clothing yet.

It's on my list, though. I don't see why you couldn't make your own stuff, all you really need is a serger and a pattern (to alter). And the courage to make a few mistakes.

As expensive as dedicated bike clothes are, it seems like a good idea, actually.

[miffy'sFuji]

I'm a pretty novice seamstress as well. I made a couple of bike vests from kwik sew pattern 2615. Kwik sew seemed to be true to the measurements, I didn't have to adjust the pattern, and it is somewhat fitted (I tried to show the side panel in the picture I took). I wasn't impressed with Green Pepper's patterns, but they sell a lot of supplies. I have plans to make arm warmers, a soft shell jacket, and knickers.

Irulan, who is on the board has a great website:
http://www.specialtyoutdoors.com/tips/tips.asp

Mary9761 has also displayed some of her wares:
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showt...hlight=pattern

I'd really like to hear from some who have mentioned making boleros or anything else.

Here is the vest I made:

[SouthernBelle]

I plan on some simple arm and leg warmers. I have some leftover fleece stuck in the closet that I plan to start with.

[pyxichick]

Thanks everyone, for all the great information.

That specialty outdoors website is amazing. I'm sure nothing I make would ever look as good as her stuff, but it sure is an inspiration.