Can't Compete with China

This weekend I decided to make Lyra a rain coat. For about $45 you can buy a nice toddler rain coat, made in China of course. I thought with spring on the way out making one was probably my best bet. I hit the local Fabric Depot for some Memorial Day sales. Here is the break down of what I spent.

Pattern $4.47 after 50% off

Fabric $26.38 after 40% off

Thread $2.12 after 20% off

Buttons $2.85 after 20% off

Total $35.82

Had there not been a sale this would have cost me a total of $59.03 to make! I might also add there was about 10 hours of labor to make this coat as well. Making your own clothes just isn't what it use to be. The only advantage is picking the exact style, colors and fabrics you want. Other than that you just can't compete with China.

Finished product!

Lyra modeling