See Sabrina's Mink Here:Sabrina's Mink
Sabrina’s mink coat was a short jacket . The throw is on the smaller side, but still deliciously warm and impossibly cozy!
Watch the Video Here: Kristy's Fur Transformation
I had the pleasure of working on Kristy’s luxurious mink fur coat. Its craftsmanship was absolutely top notch! From that beautiful coat I was able to create a cozy throw measuring 47 by 55 inches, a plush 18 by 18 inch pillow, and one warm pair of ear muffs.
See video here: Frankie's Polecat Coat Transformation
Beautiful Polecat transformation — a cozy, clever remaking that turned worn fur into fresh charm. The finished throw measures 45 by 48 inches, the perfect lap-sized cuddle companion. A matching mini pillow was lovingly gifted to the customer's friend who generously passed along the original coat.
Watch the Video Here: Nancy's Project
Nancy’s fur project was truly a creative adventure. From just 2 coats and one shawl, I was able to craft 2 cozy throws, 2 bolster pillows measuring 12 by 27 inches with beautifully finished edges, a stylish headband, and matching earmuffs. What made this project even more special was that I incorporated the original linings and monograms from all three fur pieces, giving each new item a unique touch of character and history.
Watch the video here: Suzsanne's Fur Transformation
.Suzanne's coat was by far my most challenging project yet! When the coat was finally deconstructed, I noticed that the flare around the bottom was exceptionally wide and dramatic. Initially, I planned to use darts to help keep the stripes as straight and consistent as possible, but I realized that doing so would have caused me to lose a significant amount of valuable fur. Instead, I decided to use strips of fur. The real challenge was to carefully continue the stripes in such a way that it looked like a single, continuous line, rather than a patchwork of different pieces. In the end, the throw measured 48 by 55 inches, and the customer also selected a coordinating 18 by 18 inch pillow to complete the set.
Watch the video here: Kathy's Minks Transformed into Throw and Teddy Bear
Kathy's fur project was a unique endeavor that included one elegant black mink coat and one luxurious brown mink coat. The black mink coat was skillfully repurposed to create the stunning main throw, while the brown mink was thoughtfully utilized to craft a delightful teddy bear and to add a charming border around the main throw. The final dimensions of the throw measured an impressive 58 by 58 inches wide, making it a perfect addition to any living space. The teddy bear, crafted with care, serves as a wonderful companion for the throw, adding warmth and character to the overall project. Teddy Bear Pattern:
Watch the video here: Colleen's Mink & Fox Coat Transformation
Colleen’s beautiful Brown Mink and Fox trimmed coat transformation is truly absolutely stunning! The luxurious Fox fur elegantly ran along the collar and lapel, as well as adorning the sleeves. There was enough of this exquisite Fox fur to beautifully encompass the entire border of the coat. The final measurements of this remarkable piece were 51 by 53 inches. Somehow, I seem to have lost the construction video, but I do have an abundance of lovely photos to showcase the transformation.
Watch the video here: Lois's Mink Transformation
Lois’s Black Mink Coat transformation turned out beautifully and exceeded all expectations! It was in excellent condition, and the fabric sewed together like a dream, making the process enjoyable and efficient. Follow along as I carefully prepare her fur from start to finish, sharing insights and tips along the way. The final measurement of this luxurious fur was an impressive 48 by 53 inches. We invite you to come visit us and explore more of our creations!
Watch video here: Emilia's Coats Transformation
Emelia's project consisted of two different kinds of luxurious fur, one being a beautiful mink coat and the other a stunning Beaver coat. Both of these exquisite furs were in excellent condition, making them perfect candidates for transformation. The customer specifically requested to retain her own lining for sentimental reasons. The Beaver coat featured a very nice accent at the bottom of the lining, which we skillfully incorporated into the final backing of the piece. The mink coat’s final measurement was an impressive 47 by 51 inches, while the Beaver coat measured a generous 49 by 62 inches. This project truly represents such a lovely and meaningful way to preserve one's cherished memories.
Click here for : Sophie's Fur Transformation
Sophie’s Fur project proved to be quite a challenging and intricate endeavor. The entire project was crafted from two distinct fur items: one was a beautiful short mink coat, while the other was an elegant mink shawl. The primary difficulty with this particular project stemmed from the coat, which had numerous areas displaying visible signs of dry rot. When dry rot is present, it renders the affected fur unusable, meaning that if I attempted to incorporate it into the project, it would very likely fall apart during the process. To ensure the quality of the final product, I carefully assessed the good areas of fur and used cold tape to provide necessary support to all seams, along with applying cold cloth in the areas that were under stress. The total fur material measured an impressive 44 by 44 inches square. I crafted an inner border that went in one direction and complemented it with a wider outer border that extended in the opposite direction. Despite the challenges, I truly loved working on this intricate fur project.
Watch the video here: Barbara's Mink Transformed into a Throw
Barbara’s Mink was truly wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. The coat has some delightful and fun features that add to its charm. The final measurement of the throw, which we carefully crafted, turned out to be 46 by 49.5 inches. We decided to use the original monogram from the previous design but made the choice to remove part of the embroidery for a cleaner and more refined look..
Watch the video here: Chrissy's Mink Transformation
I truly loved the unique texture of this fur! The mink had a somewhat musty odor and definitely needed some deodorizer to freshen it up. Additionally, I noticed there was a very large, noticeable repair to the coat. The repair was done using a denim-like fabric, which stood out quite a bit. It appeared as if they had carefully hand-sewn it and then machine-sewed over it for extra durability. I found it interesting enough to let that particular part of the video run in real time, allowing me to appreciate the details more fully.
Final Measurement: 47 by 57
Lana's Fur Coat Transformed into a Throw & Pillow
Lana's coat was repurposed into a throw and an 18 by 18 inch pillow. I wanted to have this done before the holidays, but the family was hit with the flu. Ugh. Had it sent out by the New Year!
Cheryl had a short waisted coat that she wanted to repurpose into a throw. The throw's final measurement was 35 by 48. Much bigger than I thought it would be. Cheryl used her own lining. What a lovely fur to work on. Come visit us at: www.dinahsquilts.com
Watch the video here: Eric's Checkerboard Throw
Eric generously sent me three beautiful furs to work with. The collection included one elegantly soft white rabbit coat, one luxurious gray full-length mink coat, and one exquisite brown mink shawl. He expressed a desire for a large throw to enhance his living space. After some consideration, we decided on a classic checkerboard pattern, incorporating the rich brown mink as a stunning border. The hood of the gray mink was quite substantial, allowing us to utilize the leftover fur to create two matching pillows, each measuring 18 by 18 inches. The final measurements of the throw came to 54 by 65 inches, making it a perfect statement piece.
Watch the video here: Lisa's Mink Coat Transformation
This mink coat was on the smaller size. The measurement from the shoulder to the hem was only 31. Final transformation measurement was 44 by 44 inches.
My daughter made me a AI generated song about my website! You tell the program a few things about the topic and it writes a song!!! It was so good I had to make a video showing many of the custom orders I made over the years. Believe me this only scratches the surface. See if you can find your project amongst the rest. Let's make some more memories together!
Watch the Video Here: Gloria's Silver Tipped Racoon Coat Transformed into a Throw & Pillow
Gloria's Racoon coat was a joy to work with. It was about 30 to 35 years old. The fur was in pristine condition. The lining of this fur had a film of dirt and oil. It took four washes to clean all the dirt out of the fibers. The final measurement of the throw was 48 by 50 and we made an 18 inch pillow to match.
See the video here: Allyson's Mink
Allyson's wanted to transform her mother's coat into a throw. The fur was in wonderful condition. She used a beautiful black velvet backing with the wave quilting design as accent. The final measurements were: 50 by 60.
See the video here: June's Project
This transformation was a challenge. The amount of fur to work with was limiting, but I was able to do what the customer wanted. The throw was 45 by 46.5 inches with the Fox border on top and bottom. I was able to make one 18 inch pillow and one 12 by 14 inch pillow, also mirroring the design on the main throw. What a joy it is work on a well maintained fur! Boy was this fur coat filled with sawdust!!
