Nativity Play (merged threads)

windym_2

Its that time again and we've just been given the details of the school play. Ive got to make my sons nativity outfit (leading role of Joseph). Ive got to make a long sleeve stripy tunic type outfit. Any ideas online on how to make, Ive got the sewing machine and the fabric just need the know-how?

moggins

I don;t even bother with sewing these, I just cut one long strip of fabric, cut a hole in the exact centre for the head to go through, put it on and tie it round the middle with a fabric belt.

Chipps

When I used to make them I just made a rectangle shape, twice the length of child's height, cut head hole in the centre (a T-shaped cut leaves fastening or collar at front)
2 smaller rectangles either side for sleeves, then fold in half & just 2 seams to sew.
I didn't usually bother too much about hemming etc - the rustic look, you know!

fruityslh

Novembers prima magazine has a number to call for a free no-sew pattern for the whole nativity cast, I'll post the number later unless someone beats me to it


In case anyone else wants details for other cast members the Prima free nativity pattern offer is:

Send an SAE to: Prima Nativity, 72 Broadwick Street. London W1F 9EP

windym_2

Thanks, I have just finished my sewing. I cut rectangles out of brown paper as per Chipps' post. Quick flit with the sewing machine and hey presto. I am obviously now a threat to Versace!

Thanks to all.

bargainaddict

Don't forget the stripey tea towel for his head! Hope he enjoys himself.

windym_2

Stripey tea towel already sorted. Did initially try to make whole outfit out of teatowels but then figured that is just too 'home made'!

chrislee765

i remember i was a shepherd in my schools nativity play. My mother sent me in with a tea towel round my head with a bit of string

Chipps

Glad it worked!

ps. I remember all the shepherds having stripey tea towels with snake belts to hold them on!

beckyw_2

Hello everybody, my 4 yr old daughter came home with a letter from school saying she's Mary in the concert and they need a costume & head dress by next week.

I'm not very creative so I need some help please. Can anyone suggest how to make a simple costume?

Many thanks

Becky

PS I love this forum - been reading it for ages & have even bought a slow cooker!

squeaky

Hiya,

We have an earlier thread on nativity costumes with some useful links that might help you out.

To join it ---> Click Here