How to Sew a Puppy Coat That Expands as They Grow | Grow-With-Me Tutorial

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Can one coat really grow with your puppy?

Puppies can outgrow their coats in just weeks. In this live, I’ll show you practical ways to make a coat last longer through those fast-growing months. From Velcro and elastic to clever drawstrings and fold-back panels, I’ll walk you through ideas you can try using my free Cozy Coat pattern.

Whether you’re sewing for your own puppy or thinking about designing for customers, you’ll walk away with simple, sustainable ways to create a coat that adapts as your pup grows.

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📌 Dog Size Chart: https://www.thankdogwemadeit.com/dog-...

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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: The challenge of puppy coats that are too small
00:27 – My first dog coat for Scout (and customer requests)
01:19 – Why puppies outgrow coats: neck, chest, back length, coat length
02:44 – Circumference is easier; back length + coat length are harder
02:47 – Planning ahead: Google breed size + Dog Size Chart link
03:44 – Small/medium vs giant breeds (realistic expectations)
04:22 – Sustainability: extending coat life + regifting/donating
05:08 – Why start with a simple pattern (Cozy Coat example)
06:35 – Overhead demo: adapting the Cozy Coat pattern
06:39 – Adjusting circumference: Velcro
07:29 – Velcro overlap tip (minimum 2")
08:14 – Elastic casings for chest/neck
08:30 – Drawstrings with toggles (comfort tip: avoid armpit area)
09:14 – Back length adjustments: cut lines + extensions
10:32 – My first coat fix for Scout: added a skirt
11:46 – Side coverage (coat length): challenges + drawstring ideas
12:53 – Using drawstrings across the back for back length
13:43 – Wide hem allowance as an option
14:22 – More on realistic expectations (small vs large breeds)
15:24 – This isn’t a forever coat: goal is to extend life
16:07 – Q&A invite: share your ideas and questions
16:56 – Weekly lives: Thursdays at 11 AM PT
17:31 – Wrap-up and encouragement