A Quick And Easy Wool Anorak

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5 жыл бұрын

learn to make your own wool anorak or boreal shirt. This is a relatively easy method and shows how you can not only come up with your own pattern but can make the boreal shirt the size that you desire. To buy these mountain anoraks / boreal shirts commercially made elsewhere costs almost $300 US dollars. I made this one for about $6 US dollars since I already had most of the materials.
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Hello my name is Lonnie and My wife is Connie.
Here at Far North Bushcraft And Survival you will learn about many long forgotten tricks and tips of the old time woodsmen. Not only will you learn about bushcraft / woodcraft but you will learn many things that will help you to survive in less than ideal "survival" situations as well. Come along and sit with me by the campfire as I delve into these subjects in a way that you can easily learn to then do yourself.
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@datguy6195 5 жыл бұрын

I love Gandalf. Good to see him again.

@4x4pirates 5 жыл бұрын

You shall not pass!

@JAB671 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@user-se2gv7ct7m 5 жыл бұрын

I would like to write this too :)

@ertreeservice9558 3 жыл бұрын

Lol 😂

@greencraft4783 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the mention Lonnie. The hoodie looks great and I am sure it will serve you well for years to come. Atb Neil

@macattacka2862 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@ZsomborZsombibi 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed. And, this is surely 100% wool (which is not always true despite the label on the off-the-shelf products)

@mikerogers9711 5 жыл бұрын

OH BOY, I am getting together with my wife to make one. I have some US Army 100% wool blankets. Old school.

@badgerbush3556 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@duggydugg3937 4 жыл бұрын

good wishes dude

@longhairedcountryboy2363 4 жыл бұрын

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.

@rasalasad5315 4 жыл бұрын

@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.

@sdriza 2 жыл бұрын

Hope it's all going well brother

@paulking8055 5 жыл бұрын

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....

@swettyspaghtti 5 жыл бұрын

YOU SHALL NOT PASS!

@BigDaddy-jo8ig 5 жыл бұрын

Lol

@ScottWConvid19 5 жыл бұрын

Gandolph. I've seen this wizard of the wood make fire from water.

@Rumotaztszeretem. 5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂 go back to the shadow

@shackman9566 4 жыл бұрын

Got to love Lonnie.

@NorthCountryOutdoorGuys 4 жыл бұрын

Lol. Didn’t see your comment before I posted but I was thinking the same thing.

@ericwiitala5407 5 жыл бұрын

Lonnie... As simple as it looks, that takes considerable thought and skill. Good job!

@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen 5 жыл бұрын

I think I have found the real Santa Claus! (And thanks for showing how to make one of these, Lonnie.)

@rvessential3011 4 жыл бұрын

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

@BigDaddy-jo8ig 5 жыл бұрын

You have the best KZfaq channel. I love your stuff

@548ofd9 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@PhilEvansOnline 5 жыл бұрын

A very clear how to video. The anorak looks amazing. Keep the steep hood, it will shed water much better.

@hillbilly4christ638 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video Lonnie! I always enjoy your calm even presentation. God bless.

@JSkulkingBushwack 5 жыл бұрын

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'.

@jessepitt 5 жыл бұрын

I’m wearing my homemade blanket coat in my thumbnail picture. I made it three winters ago and it’s been really great.

@lindakaysanchez5640 4 жыл бұрын

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,

@MuskratOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@motelman6036 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's what I thought also about being a monk! Good stuff, Thanks Lonnie for videoing that

@MuskratOutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

@@motelman6036 Ha! I hope he didn't think I was poking fun at him! It looks great!

@lonelydogclub 3 жыл бұрын

This is how Gandalf the wise was born

@ashy1423 5 жыл бұрын

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 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@siim1129 3 жыл бұрын

Its weird to see you without that anorak, it fits you so well.

@concertinamadrigals4058 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@garysmith9818 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@duggydugg3937 4 жыл бұрын

CK army Navy store... thrift store

@Flashahol 3 жыл бұрын

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

@GF-pc5bt 5 жыл бұрын

The Godfather of Bushcraft .........

@richardtaylor1419 5 жыл бұрын

Leaving the space in the hood might accommodate a stocking cap better. Just a thought. Great job.

@longhairedcountryboy2363 4 жыл бұрын

Richard Taylor Also creates an air space to retain heat.

@richardcranium6554 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@christophernetherton9389 4 жыл бұрын

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.

@suzz1776 3 жыл бұрын

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!!! :)

@jamesfleming555 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@SaintTrinianz 5 жыл бұрын

James Fleming "Can't run a sewing machine"! That's sew cute...

@texashillbilly6148 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and a great use for old wool blankets! I bet that is not only warm, but very comfortable too. Thanks for sharing it with us.

@mz.6109 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@andyblack5687 5 жыл бұрын

You look like an awesome wizard in that anorak out in the woods.

@TheJDikeman 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@svent1000 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@spektr540hemi 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@GAUROCH2 5 жыл бұрын

Nice stuff Lonnie... I have something similar I bought from a German manufacturer, made from loden, and it is one of the 3 pieces of fundamental gear in the outdoors (fire-kit, puuko and wool coat) But I think the wool blanket is a wise way to go... If you know what you are doing, you can wrap it in several ways, hood or no hood, sleeves or sleeveless, waist only, poncho-style... and at night you can sleep in it!!! When going "light" I always bring a wool blanket (not the bigger or the thickest) made of a local wool fabric called BUREL (used for millennium by the shepards, that is light and versatile enough for most situation without the weight or the bulk... but my environment is not yours (we have a range from about freezing to 118 F or more..) but we have a saying here "what shields from the cold also shields from the heat" (but the OldTimers were thinking of wool, not those modern fibers that are no more then napalm bombs in disguise waiting to be ignited by a spark from the fire... Blessings and keep well!

@Norsology 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@indyoutsider 5 жыл бұрын

Good video as always brother. Hope it keeps you warm on the coldest nights, when Connie not around. 😉

@shadowcastre 5 жыл бұрын

Nice...! The point on the hood is there by design. It allows for air circulation and better thermal regulation.

@dougwilliams1741 5 жыл бұрын

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

4 жыл бұрын

Even if you saved my life, I would always admire the beard! Love your vids brother.

@trenton910 5 жыл бұрын

Looks like your parting the red sea....lol....great video Lonnie 👍

@SPJCerv 4 жыл бұрын

ive never much thought about learning to sew but this might just be the inspiration to start..

@robertsbushcraft 5 жыл бұрын

Quick and easy indeed! I love re-purposing old gear into something useful and this is exactly that!

@crazyhorseranchaz 5 жыл бұрын

HOLY SMOKE LONNIE, GREAT JOB AGAIN. 🙏✝️

@wmhguthrie1 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@comfusedpassanger3399 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and a simple and straightforward way to create such a anorak. it fit's you well.

@dantecicero519 Жыл бұрын

I have a wool blanket and would love to make one. cozy. Thank you for the idea.

@mothiscool 2 жыл бұрын

I got recommended this and watched all the way through and now I know how to make this thank you

@XaraStarsixseven 5 жыл бұрын

Turned out great! better than I can made lol now im inspired to try to make an anorak thanks for the video Hi Lonnie & Connie!

@patdossenko1820 5 жыл бұрын

thanks for all you do.

@jefftucker8584 5 жыл бұрын

Looks great!

@derstoffausdemderjoghurtis 4 жыл бұрын

Your voice has the power to restore Worldpeace

@brianhelgeson1208 3 жыл бұрын

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. ❤❇🏕🔥🥓

@yougroupinfinite2405 5 жыл бұрын

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!!!

@jjo5375 5 жыл бұрын

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!

@kendalkenny1843 4 жыл бұрын

Love it looks warm..

@james_lessick892 5 жыл бұрын

Nice, warm and functional. Thanks for all you do.

@stevenlewis7534 5 жыл бұрын

Great vid. Also so glad you don’t have a ton of commercials.

@swnorcraft7971 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding, Lonnie! Love your approach the the project...... the use of an existing garment for the pattern, the easy method that slow folks like me can sink my teeth into. I, too have wanted to make for myself some sort of woodsman's coat from a wool blanket Thanks for taking the time to share with us. Thanks for the "link" to the Greencraft channel. Chap looks to be a knowledgeable bloke like yourself.

@thomasmoller4375 5 жыл бұрын

Well done, looks great.

@harryanderson2683 5 жыл бұрын

Thanx Lonnie great idea !

@johnschade90 Жыл бұрын

That looks good and warm.

@terryw.milburn8565 5 жыл бұрын

That My Friend, Lonnie will serve you very well. Betcha It's Lots Warm ! Thanks for sharing this You & Connie Have A wonderful weekend. Scratch for our Friend, Buck ! ATB T God Bless

@michalurbanful 4 жыл бұрын

That's a great piece of kit! Thank's for sharing!

@Hansca 5 жыл бұрын

Great work!

@zweg1321 5 жыл бұрын

You have the greatest ideas

@Wulfis69 5 жыл бұрын

The cool survival grandpa everyone wants to watch.

@the.magnus 5 жыл бұрын

What a great idea! Ty for sharing your knowledge sir

@jenniferwhitewolf3784 5 жыл бұрын

Looks nice and warm, and practical👍

@kevinsmith9203 5 жыл бұрын

Been wanting one of those!

@jayp.2313 5 жыл бұрын

You made a great annorack.

@jonnyboat2 5 жыл бұрын

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.

@transylvanianbushcraft1936 2 жыл бұрын

I did it too! It's awesome! Thank you Lonnie!

@stephentackett2905 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job!

@FTORRES.JR. 5 жыл бұрын

Wow so cool from just a wool blanket.👍

@bigbearfuzzums7027 4 жыл бұрын

Love the anorak!

@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. You may or may not know that i made it and videoed the process. A Quick And Easy Wool Anorak kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7KXqNVpqsrPaX0.html

@deborahdarling1799 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea! I am going to try this! Thank you!

@lanegardinier760 4 жыл бұрын

Really cool, it looks great!

@hikingsteven7665 4 жыл бұрын

Wow that was great

@jerrynemec930 5 жыл бұрын

I love your videos !! I learn a lot, thank you.

@aksalaman4689 5 жыл бұрын

Nicely done.

@EileenHagerman 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. Great job. I really want to try this!

@cc-ic7rj 4 жыл бұрын

That is a serious skill there thank you for doing this

@yobentley7274 5 жыл бұрын

Super cool job Lonnie. I love it.

@pruebarratt3085 3 жыл бұрын

Your a bloody legend mate, well done.

@tonybelisle423 5 жыл бұрын

Love your channel so much

@SuperIain13 5 жыл бұрын

Very cool Anorak, I made one a few years ago, I love it. With a swiss rain poncho you have a very viable winter set up for camping or hunting. As always I really enjoyed the video.

@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival 5 жыл бұрын

Some day in the future I would like to make a canvas oil cloth version of this anorak to go over the wool one. That should be a very weatherproof and warm combination.