I came to the comment section to say that I think Lonnie should keep the hood as is because with the wizard peak and his beard it looks like a really cool version of Gandalf! Great job on the shirt, Lonnie. I keep thinking I would like to try my hand at making one but living in East Tennessee and being pretty hot natured I would probably only be able to stand wearing it for fifteen minutes or so at a time.
You just saved many people a lot of $. Looks just as nice as any commercial version, and just as functional I’ll bet. Thanks for the inspiration Lonnie and Connie.
We would like to introduce us to you, my angel is a 68 yr old retired GOV employee and we are great grandparents, me a 67 yr old great grandma. We lived in AK for 7 years and he retired we relocated to WA State. We enjoy your videos and the calmness of your life. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experiences, it is greatly appreciated. I think of you and your lady as a part of our extended family and think of you all the time. May the stars of the universe look over you and keep you safe. Through the stars we will always think of you in AK and thank it for having people like you in our community. 🤗👍🏼👵. We are GG Ma and GG Pa. Have a wonderful weekend and stay safe,
Yours turned out good. I made one a year ago out of a $8 Walmart fleece blanket. Mine is knee length without the pocket and a deep hood. I wear it when I’m sleeping and sitting around the fire out camping.
Catherine and I are going to make some of those Gandalf sweaters for our RV Adventures right after we finish our squirrel dinner thanks for sharing this amazing video
Ya know, Lonnie, you can still turn it inside out, taper it to conform to your head, and sew it up again. Go slowly with the machine stitches, and when you get that far...work the 'new' seam into the existing one, then snip off what you don't need. Nobody but you will be the wiser! (My hubby and I always had santa clauss hats that we cut off the top and sewed closed. mmmm...toasty to pull down over forehead as far as desired to warm sinuses! Can't beat the after-season prices and snuggly-comfort as needed). : ) Thanks for your pull-over jacket. Ya did yourself proud!
I'm on the brink of being homeless, i don't mind much, ive had pretty good life up til now, with the amount of information i have gathered from you're channel things won't be as bad. All the best.
Badger bush Hang in there, persevere. Remind yourself that things could always be worse and that "this too shall pass". Tough times make for strong people. 😉 I hope things have improved since you posted this. prayers and good vibes sent your way.
@Badger bush I hope you're okay and doing fine. Your comment made me sad although you maybe happy doing what you're doing. Whoever you are, I hope you're in good health. Life is hard for most of us and only a few go through it without actual struggles. I wish you all the best.
Oh no, You got my wife looking at making one each for our three grand kids.....thanks a bunch lonnie, that's my work bench invaded for the foreseeable future lol....
Anoraks and capotes are underappreciated garments in the modern day, where fad and fashion change the look of outerwear all-too-quickly. Kudos, too, on being a guy who sews. Not enough men appreciate the importance of being able to make clothing from available materials.
My wife made one for me out of my dad's old beat up GI blanket. I just couldn't throw it away. It is my single most favorite winter go to "Wooly" for WARM. She put a draw cord along the bottom to stop cold updraft. A nice waist belt can help with that too. She lined my hood and the back panel with parts of a fleece blanket. The front is just about double wool because of the kangaroo/sweatshirt pocket on the front. You will love yours.
Thank you for the video. I like that you showed both method and reasoning for your choices. I never before would have thought of reverse-engineering a garment like that.
I could listen to u talk all day. u should have a YT channel where u tell stories to go to sleep to cuz u have a wonderful voice. very soothing. but beside that love the video and channel!!! :)
Being able to sew and make clothing is a craft that a lot of men Overlook it is extremely important it's another notch on your belt. Knowledge is power
That garment came out great. The cost sure beats the weather wool. Now there's some expensive clothes! By comparison you could create an entire wardrobe for the price of 1 weather wool garment, and still have enough leftover to take your significant other out to gourmet dining at McDonald's. ❤❇🏕🔥🥓
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Even if you saved my life, I would always admire the beard! Love your vids brother.
Hi Lonnie, you are a man of many talents and I enjoy and look forward to all your videos. Thanking you always for your time and all the great ideas you share with us. Stay well, stay safe and God Bless. Ash 🏴
I squinted my eyes to blur my vision, boom the glasses went away and I was looking at Gandoff the Gray from Hobbit fame. Kidding aside you gave me a great idea. I use a big tracked power wheelchair for off-road camping and have also wanted an anorak. But they tend to be too long in back. So I'm going to cut my pattern short there and to help keep my legs and feet from freezing solid 'cause of bad circulation I'm going to add chap like legs that lace up on the inseam. Thanks for sharing your cool ideas. Keep on truckin'.
Ha! Lonnie, at the beginning with your arms out you look like a monk! Or maybe a Jedi ! I like that coat though. Very much like a mountain man's capote. Nice job. It looks like it will be comfortable and warm.
Wow, an anorak. Those things are expensive, or at least wool ones are. I’ve seen those for 500 and 600 bucks. That’s a very resourceful way to make one.
Very cool. I'm Extra Hefty, myself. Summer shade, winter warmth:) Lonnie, try wearing a ball cap under your hood. Really helps me alot. Great vid, I'd have to have someone do it for me. Couldnt sew to save my life, tried many times.
Well done. It looks cozy and comfortable. The best part is that it is functional too.. I love the idea of re-purposing an old blanket of natural fiber. Again, well done.
Thank you. You have a down-to-earth manner that makes listening to you easy for me. I thought when you put it on and were talking about all your gear inside, that it would be a handy addition to have some slits near the sides (like some overcoats do) so you could reach inside and access all your stuff.
Great one Lonnie! I too watched Neil's post and wanted one of his versions of the anorak. But I can't run a sewing machine. So I got a blanket and a pattern as he did...and approached the Boss. She tentatively agreed, but it looks complicated with that pattern. Your pattern is much simpler! So I've shared this video with her, and asked again to have an anorak by next cold season...we'll see what comes of that! Great job, and I hope simple to duplicate.
Now you only have to get a walkingstick, and you will blend in, in most of the viking roleplay partys ☺ Vikings, and us whom descend from them, are wery fond of wool. Greatings and good week from Norway.
I've always enjoyed your videos. I'm administrator or moderator of many Facebook groups on the topic of homelessness. I often share bushcraft and survival skills. I have noticed your not sharing new videos. I hope you are well. You're knowledge has helped many. God bless you.
You're a wizard of the woods Lenny. I've made something similar, years ago like a Jesus robe similar to the one worn by the Franciscan brothers. Very practical
Good morning, sir. My wife and I were just talking about campfire blankets for each of our grandsons who go into Beavers, Cubs and Scouts; hopefully. She made poncho style for our daughters when in Brownies and Girl Guides years ago. Your Anorak seems much more functional and hope we can make a few that'll last till they're 12 - 15 years old at least. A great place to attach badges and crests that anyone in the Scouting organization will collect. Thanks so much for this idea and I think we'll use a bit smaller pocket and attach an outer pocket with velcro or zipper to secure compass/fire starter and any electronics as they grow up. Where some are reluctant to have wool against their skin, a bit of dark terry cloth towel around the neck area and maybe hood liner. Polar fleece really is great, but absolutely not around fire. It's wool or nothing. Cheers.
Awesome knowledge and yes youre right they charge way too much for these styles. I will try out your style of making them and make 1 for my Hubby! Thanks to you and family may you have a great week!
Great job, thanks for the video! A couple tips... the seams should all be on the outside. Wool wicks, if you ever wear it in snow or rain it'll wick to the seams, which are now inside. My neck area was the worst for this but the arms were pretty bad too. Those fringes on mountain man coats not only prettied up the outside seams, but helped the wool wick better. I used the other cutoff side to extend my sleeves a few inches so they can cover my hands for a little added warmth when needed. I love mine, wear it all the time (I hand stitched mine). Anyone on the fence about making one should pull the trigger, Lonnie does a great job of showing you how and you'll never regret it, just use the best wool blanket you can get.
Hey Lonnie/Connie -- a thought ... I try to find hoods with the peak you are considering trimming. I find that when coupled with a toboggan beanie (or chook, or touque) that has a good sized fixed ball tassel (not so much the dangling string-tether type), the ball can nestle in the point of the anorak's hood and help reduce the hood's susceptibility to wind shift. Most helpful in a front quartering wind...with a straight on head wind obviously a draw string really helps. Regards---Doug
Very nice work ..my mom love making clothes for the grandkids when they was little ..and doll clothes and sell them at the fle market ..and I wish now I would of ask her to show me ..she would of no doubt would have loved to to teach me but. very nice work.. I really enjoy ur videos..!! God bless
Awesome Job! For me, I would cut a slit on both sides to access my vest pockets and gear underneath, then make a simple flap to cover the slit maybe with a toggle closure. Might not look as traditional but would be more functional.
Excellent... Very well done sir. I have made two of these now, after modifying a rather expensive, purchased Boreal Shirt. I am very fond of outer equipment belts so typically the pocket is to low. Moved said pocket up so there are no belt over pocket issues now. Thank you for sharing videos with us!
It turned out great Lonnie. I saw a documentary a few years back that discussed clothing of the poorer people of long ago and they explained that the exaggerated long lengths of some of those hoods, mostly on cloaks, were actually used to carry additional possibles. Some bread, cheese, dried meat, and whatever’s. Apparently it originated from trying to hide some of what you might have with you…highwaymen and such. The taxman too I’d bet. Eventually the ruse was found out and the hoods shrunk to more of what we’re used to today. I imagine the hoods being so long didn’t start out with the idea of being a hiding place but it did morph into one for many. A lunchbox that hung behind ya. Now, since I don’t have a sewing machine, I’m gonna watch how Felix Immler makes his Anorak with nothing but his Swiss Army Knife. Thanks for sharing. 👍🙏
Man Phresh that turned out nice. Looks good. I know what you mean about the pointed hood thing. A lot of sweatshirts used to have those pointed hoods, I never liked sweatshirts because of that. You don't want to be looking like an elf or a garden gnome. :-) But yeah you have the remedy in mind, it will only take you 15 minutes to change it. Thanks for showing.
I love it, great job you do so many cool things I watch tons of RUclips videos and no TV at all. I would say you're the most well-rounded of all bushcrafters.
Great job Lonnie I thought I was the only guy who didn't mind doing a little sewing now and then. One suggestion maybe some slits up the side a little ways that way you can get your pockets.
I even bought my own heavy duty sewing machine a few months ago since Connie cringed every time I wanted to sew some of my heavy duty outdoor equipment on her 40 year old machine.
I kept several old military green wool blankets for years! (I lived in a military town for decades) Simply because I couldn't bare to toss away 100% wool! But they were just taking up space and i finally threw them out. Daggonit!! I always thought they'd be good ponchos you know? But what you just did was awesome! Great video. Thank you!
Making clothing is a great knowledge to have. My grandmother made all her clothes. A lost art for sure that we will probably need again for each to know in the future.
Okay now I watched the video and it is very well done, thank you Lonnie. it gets me thinking about some different ways of doing things and it's very very helpful thank you.
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I love Gandalf. Good to see him again.
You shall not pass!
I came to the comment section to say that I think Lonnie should keep the hood as is because with the wizard peak and his beard it looks like a really cool version of Gandalf! Great job on the shirt, Lonnie. I keep thinking I would like to try my hand at making one but living in East Tennessee and being pretty hot natured I would probably only be able to stand wearing it for fifteen minutes or so at a time.
I would like to write this too :)
Lol 😂
Thanks for the mention Lonnie. The hoodie looks great and I am sure it will serve you well for years to come. Atb Neil
YOU SHALL NOT PASS!
Lol
Gandolph. I've seen this wizard of the wood make fire from water.
😂😂😂😂 go back to the shadow
Got to love Lonnie.
Lol. Didn’t see your comment before I posted but I was thinking the same thing.
You just saved many people a lot of $. Looks just as nice as any commercial version, and just as functional I’ll bet. Thanks for the inspiration Lonnie and Connie.
Agreed. And, this is surely 100% wool (which is not always true despite the label on the off-the-shelf products)
OH BOY, I am getting together with my wife to make one. I have some US Army 100% wool blankets. Old school.
That is a nice wool hoodie ...I like the point on the hood ...It gives it a Gnome or Elf look
Hi I am 10 years old and I am the biggest fan of you and I’ve been watching your videos for 2 or 3 years!!!
We would like to introduce us to you, my angel is a 68 yr old retired GOV employee and we are great grandparents, me a 67 yr old great grandma. We lived in AK for 7 years and he retired we relocated to WA State. We enjoy your videos and the calmness of your life. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experiences, it is greatly appreciated. I think of you and your lady as a part of our extended family and think of you all the time. May the stars of the universe look over you and keep you safe. Through the stars we will always think of you in AK and thank it for having people like you in our community. 🤗👍🏼👵. We are GG Ma and GG Pa. Have a wonderful weekend and stay safe,
Yours turned out good. I made one a year ago out of a $8 Walmart fleece blanket. Mine is knee length without the pocket and a deep hood. I wear it when I’m sleeping and sitting around the fire out camping.
Catherine and I are going to make some of those Gandalf sweaters for our RV Adventures right after we finish our squirrel dinner thanks for sharing this amazing video
Ya know, Lonnie, you can still turn it inside out, taper it to conform to your head, and sew it up again. Go slowly with the machine stitches, and when you get that far...work the 'new' seam into the existing one, then snip off what you don't need. Nobody but you will be the wiser! (My hubby and I always had santa clauss hats that we cut off the top and sewed closed. mmmm...toasty to pull down over forehead as far as desired to warm sinuses! Can't beat the after-season prices and snuggly-comfort as needed). : ) Thanks for your pull-over jacket. Ya did yourself proud!
I'm on the brink of being homeless, i don't mind much, ive had pretty good life up til now, with the amount of information i have gathered from you're channel things won't be as bad.
All the best.
good wishes dude
Badger bush
Hang in there, persevere. Remind yourself that things could always be worse and that "this too shall pass". Tough times make for strong people. 😉 I hope things have improved since you posted this. prayers and good vibes sent your way.
@Badger bush I hope you're okay and doing fine. Your comment made me sad although you maybe happy doing what you're doing. Whoever you are, I hope you're in good health. Life is hard for most of us and only a few go through it without actual struggles. I wish you all the best.
Hope it's all going well brother
Oh no, You got my wife looking at making one each for our three grand kids.....thanks a bunch lonnie, that's my work bench invaded for the foreseeable future lol....
Anoraks and capotes are underappreciated garments in the modern day, where fad and fashion change the look of outerwear all-too-quickly.
Kudos, too, on being a guy who sews. Not enough men appreciate the importance of being able to make clothing from available materials.
I finally kicked myself to go to the thrift shop and found 4 really decent wool blankets. Bought 'em all. Guess why I'm here :D
My wife made one for me out of my dad's old beat up GI blanket. I just couldn't throw it away. It is my single most favorite winter go to "Wooly" for WARM. She put a draw cord along the bottom to stop cold updraft. A nice waist belt can help with that too. She lined my hood and the back panel with parts of a fleece blanket. The front is just about double wool because of the kangaroo/sweatshirt pocket on the front. You will love yours.
Thank you for the video. I like that you showed both method and reasoning for your choices. I never before would have thought of reverse-engineering a garment like that.
I could listen to u talk all day. u should have a YT channel where u tell stories to go to sleep to cuz u have a wonderful voice. very soothing. but beside that love the video and channel!!! :)
Its weird to see you without that anorak, it fits you so well.
I’m wearing my homemade blanket coat in my thumbnail picture. I made it three winters ago and it’s been really great.
Excellent DIY exposition! I have a few old, wool blankets. Need to do this! Thanks!
A very clear how to video. The anorak looks amazing.
Keep the steep hood, it will shed water much better.
Being able to sew and make clothing is a craft that a lot of men Overlook it is extremely important it's another notch on your belt. Knowledge is power
Wow so cool from just a wool blanket.👍
That garment came out great. The cost sure beats the weather wool. Now there's some expensive clothes! By comparison you could create an entire wardrobe for the price of 1 weather wool garment, and still have enough leftover to take your significant other out to gourmet dining at McDonald's. ❤❇🏕🔥🥓
Even if you saved my life, I would always admire the beard! Love your vids brother.
That looks fairly easy to make. Great for Christmas gifts. Thank You for sharing! God Bless You and your Sweet Wife!
my thoughts to,it looks fairly easy to make
Another great video Lonnie! I always enjoy your calm even presentation. God bless.
You look like an awesome wizard in that anorak out in the woods.
Great to see you again. I bet that's toasty warm. Thank you
The cool survival grandpa everyone wants to watch.
Your voice has the power to restore Worldpeace
Lonnie... As simple as it looks, that takes considerable thought and skill. Good job!
Hi Lonnie, you are a man of many talents and I enjoy and look forward to all your videos.
Thanking you always for your time and all the great ideas you share with us.
Stay well, stay safe and God Bless.
Ash 🏴
Quick and easy indeed! I love re-purposing old gear into something useful and this is exactly that!
I squinted my eyes to blur my vision, boom the glasses went away and I was looking at Gandoff the Gray from Hobbit fame. Kidding aside you gave me a great idea. I use a big tracked power wheelchair for off-road camping and have also wanted an anorak. But they tend to be too long in back. So I'm going to cut my pattern short there and to help keep my legs and feet from freezing solid 'cause of bad circulation I'm going to add chap like legs that lace up on the inseam. Thanks for sharing your cool ideas. Keep on truckin'.
The Godfather of Bushcraft .........
Ha! Lonnie, at the beginning with your arms out you look like a monk! Or maybe a Jedi !
I like that coat though. Very much like a mountain man's capote.
Nice job. It looks like it will be comfortable and warm.
Yeah that's what I thought also about being a monk! Good stuff, Thanks Lonnie for videoing that
@@motelman6036 Ha! I hope he didn't think I was poking fun at him! It looks great!
This is how Gandalf the wise was born
ive never much thought about learning to sew but this might just be the inspiration to start..
I did it too!
It's awesome!
Thank you Lonnie!
Wow, an anorak. Those things are expensive, or at least wool ones are. I’ve seen those for 500 and 600 bucks. That’s a very resourceful way to make one.
Very cool. I'm Extra Hefty, myself. Summer shade, winter warmth:)
Lonnie, try wearing a ball cap under your hood. Really helps me alot.
Great vid, I'd have to have someone do it for me. Couldnt sew to save my life, tried many times.
Great video Mr. Lonnie. Glad you and Mrs. Connie are doing well.
You have the best RUclips channel. I love your stuff
Good video as always brother. Hope it keeps you warm on the coldest nights, when Connie not around. 😉
You made a great annorack.
Well done. It looks cozy and comfortable. The best part is that it is functional too.. I love the idea of re-purposing an old blanket of natural fiber. Again, well done.
Thank You for showing how to do this. This will come in handy for the harsh winters here in Wisconsin.
I got recommended this and watched all the way through and now I know how to make this thank you
Super cool job Lonnie. I love it.
Thank you. You have a down-to-earth manner that makes listening to you easy for me. I thought when you put it on and were talking about all your gear inside, that it would be a handy addition to have some slits near the sides (like some overcoats do) so you could reach inside and access all your stuff.
I used to do nordic skiing and used a very light anorak shell over an irish sweater and it was wonderful.
Great one Lonnie! I too watched Neil's post and wanted one of his versions of the anorak. But I can't run a sewing machine. So I got a blanket and a pattern as he did...and approached the Boss. She tentatively agreed, but it looks complicated with that pattern. Your pattern is much simpler! So I've shared this video with her, and asked again to have an anorak by next cold season...we'll see what comes of that! Great job, and I hope simple to duplicate.
James Fleming "Can't run a sewing machine"! That's sew cute...
The beard makes this anorak premium
You look like an oversized garden gnome in that thing. Mind you, that's not a bad thing. I'm thinking of making one myself.
Now you only have to get a walkingstick, and you will blend in, in most of the viking roleplay partys ☺
Vikings, and us whom descend from them, are wery fond of wool.
Greatings and good week from Norway.
Thanx Lonnie great idea !
I might give it a try sometime. It looks simple enough
thanks for all you do.
I've always enjoyed your videos. I'm administrator or moderator of many Facebook groups on the topic of homelessness. I often share bushcraft and survival skills.
I have noticed your not sharing new videos. I hope you are well. You're knowledge has helped many.
God bless you.
Yes we are doing fine. Thank you for the kind words and I'm glad that the videos have been useful for you and others.
You have the greatest ideas
You're a wizard of the woods Lenny. I've made something similar, years ago like a Jesus robe similar to the one worn by the Franciscan brothers. Very practical
Good morning, sir. My wife and I were just talking about campfire blankets for each of our grandsons who go into Beavers, Cubs and Scouts; hopefully. She made poncho style for our daughters when in Brownies and Girl Guides years ago. Your Anorak seems much more functional and hope we can make a few that'll last till they're 12 - 15 years old at least. A great place to attach badges and crests that anyone in the Scouting organization will collect. Thanks so much for this idea and I think we'll use a bit smaller pocket and attach an outer pocket with velcro or zipper to secure compass/fire starter and any electronics as they grow up. Where some are reluctant to have wool against their skin, a bit of dark terry cloth towel around the neck area and maybe hood liner. Polar fleece really is great, but absolutely not around fire. It's wool or nothing. Cheers.
Nice project Lonnie! Should be very warm, even when wet because wool has that unusual property. Take care.
Awesome knowledge and yes youre right they charge way too much for these styles. I will try out your style of making them and make 1 for my Hubby! Thanks to you and family may you have a great week!
HOLY SMOKE LONNIE, GREAT JOB AGAIN. 🙏✝️
I have a wool blanket and would love to make one. cozy. Thank you for the idea.
Very nice looking. Anorack.
Smart, very smart!
I would like to order 3 please (xxl),W/ the mink collar,& also a bathrobe please...HA! HA! HA!
You & Connie ROCK!
Very cool~ Love it! I have a Hudson's Bay blanket I've been meaning to do the same with. Will have to get to it! Thanks!
Excellent project LONNIE
These would make excellent gifts for loved ones. Nice Job and thank you .
Great video and a simple and straightforward way to create such a anorak. it fit's you well.
I think I have found the real Santa Claus! (And thanks for showing how to make one of these, Lonnie.)
Great job, thanks for the video! A couple tips... the seams should all be on the outside. Wool wicks, if you ever wear it in snow or rain it'll wick to the seams, which are now inside. My neck area was the worst for this but the arms were pretty bad too. Those fringes on mountain man coats not only prettied up the outside seams, but helped the wool wick better.
I used the other cutoff side to extend my sleeves a few inches so they can cover my hands for a little added warmth when needed.
I love mine, wear it all the time (I hand stitched mine).
Anyone on the fence about making one should pull the trigger, Lonnie does a great job of showing you how and you'll never regret it, just use the best wool blanket you can get.
Hey Lonnie/Connie -- a thought ... I try to find hoods with the peak you are considering trimming. I find that when coupled with a toboggan beanie (or chook, or touque) that has a good sized fixed ball tassel (not so much the dangling string-tether type), the ball can nestle in the point of the anorak's hood and help reduce the hood's susceptibility to wind shift. Most helpful in a front quartering wind...with a straight on head wind obviously a draw string really helps. Regards---Doug
Looks like your parting the red sea....lol....great video Lonnie 👍
Nice project Lonnie. Had one as a boy scout. Even though it was made by some cheap wool mix it was a precious item. Hand sewn by my mom.
Leaving the space in the hood might accommodate a stocking cap better. Just a thought. Great job.
Richard Taylor
Also creates an air space to retain heat.
Very nice work ..my mom love making clothes for the grandkids when they was little ..and doll clothes and sell them at the fle market ..and I wish now I would of ask her to show me ..she would of no doubt would have loved to to teach me but. very nice work.. I really enjoy ur videos..!! God bless
Nicely done Lonnie
Great vid. Also so glad you don’t have a ton of commercials.
Great instruction sir. Thank you for taking time to share your experience and skill.
Love the wool even when its wet you stay warm .
Good deal Lonnie awesome anorak sir
Awesome Job! For me, I would cut a slit on both sides to access my vest pockets and gear underneath, then make a simple flap to cover the slit maybe with a toggle closure. Might not look as traditional but would be more functional.
With this design, I can slip my arm back inside my sleeve and into the body interior of the anorak thereby allowing me access to any of the pockets.
Excellent... Very well done sir.
I have made two of these now, after modifying a rather expensive, purchased Boreal Shirt. I am very fond of outer equipment belts so typically the pocket is to low. Moved said pocket up so there are no belt over pocket issues now. Thank you for sharing videos with us!
It turned out great Lonnie. I saw a documentary a few years back that discussed clothing of the poorer people of long ago and they explained that the exaggerated long lengths of some of those hoods, mostly on cloaks, were actually used to carry additional possibles. Some bread, cheese, dried meat, and whatever’s. Apparently it originated from trying to hide some of what you might have with you…highwaymen and such. The taxman too I’d bet. Eventually the ruse was found out and the hoods shrunk to more of what we’re used to today. I imagine the hoods being so long didn’t start out with the idea of being a hiding place but it did morph into one for many. A lunchbox that hung behind ya. Now, since I don’t have a sewing machine, I’m gonna watch how Felix Immler makes his Anorak with nothing but his Swiss Army Knife. Thanks for sharing. 👍🙏
Man Phresh that turned out nice. Looks good. I know what you mean about the pointed hood thing. A lot of sweatshirts used to have those pointed hoods, I never liked sweatshirts because of that. You don't want to be looking like an elf or a garden gnome. :-) But yeah you have the remedy in mind, it will only take you 15 minutes to change it. Thanks for showing.
Your anorak looks very warm. The wool should last forever.
very nice your pretty good at working with your hands
Good job Lonnie to re-purpose that blanket into a nice warm anorak. ray, Oklahoma
I love it, great job you do so many cool things I watch tons of RUclips videos and no TV at all. I would say you're the most well-rounded of all bushcrafters.
Great job Lonnie I thought I was the only guy who didn't mind doing a little sewing now and then. One suggestion maybe some slits up the side a little ways that way you can get your pockets.
I even bought my own heavy duty sewing machine a few months ago since Connie cringed every time I wanted to sew some of my heavy duty outdoor equipment on her 40 year old machine.
You're definitely a man of many talents, Lonnie. Looks good, I'll have to see if I have any old blankets I can spare. Thanks for the inspiration.
CK army Navy store... thrift store
I kept several old military green wool blankets for years! (I lived in a military town for decades) Simply because I couldn't bare to toss away 100% wool! But they were just taking up space and i finally threw them out. Daggonit!! I always thought they'd be good ponchos you know? But what you just did was awesome! Great video. Thank you!
Nice...!
The point on the hood is there by design. It allows for air circulation and better thermal regulation.
Making clothing is a great knowledge to have. My grandmother made all her clothes. A lost art for sure that we will probably need again for each to know in the future.
Okay now I watched the video and it is very well done, thank you Lonnie. it gets me thinking about some different ways of doing things and it's very very helpful thank you.