Create a dreamy baby-wearing or pregnancy coat by converting our popular Forester Coat pattern with the use of zip in panels.
The two panels, for baby-wearing and pregnancy, can be removed when not required for a truly versatile garment.
- Carry panels - Sized for both baby and toddler, with optional wind collars to keep little ones cosy.
- Pregnancy panel - wear your Forester coat through pregnancy to birth, no need for a specific pregnancy coat, just zip in the panel when required!
This is an add-on to the adult Forester Coat patterns. You need to either own one of the Forester Coat patterns, or purchase the bundle using the dropdown menu for all the required pattern pieces for the coat itself.
Please note: The Nestledown Add-on is not a stand alone carrier. The coat must be worn combined with a front wearing carrier as it does NOT hold the baby on its own!
Sizing Supplies
Fabric Requirements
Fabric Requirements
These links will take you to the size chart and materials list for the Forester Coats. Scroll down to the bottom for the Nestledown panel requirements.
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Nestledown FAQ
Will this panel hold baby?
Absolutely not. The Nestledown Add-on is not a stand alone carrier. The coat must be worn combined with a front wearing carrier as it does NOT hold the baby on its own. This panel is purely an extra layer of warmth.
Can I convert the Forester to be a "back-wearing" garment?
There is no official hack for this, but it could be done. We have a blogpost detailing how to convert the Trailblazer Vest here to give you an idea of the concept:
Can I wear the coat "as a coat" if not carrying baby?
Yes, simply zip out the panel, and you have a cosy Forester Coat.
I don't want to sew a garment just for pregnancy - can I wear it afterwards?
Yes. Nestledown is designed to see you through pregnancy and baby-wearing. You simply zip the panels out when not required and you have a regular Trailblazer Vest. Sew the Trailblazer Vest in your regular size, as the Nestledown panels create the extra width required for pregnancy. No wasted sewing!
Can I use the Nestledown add-ons interchangeably between Coat and Vest?
No, each add-on is designed specifically as the Forester and Trailblazer have different lengths etc.
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What is included?
The Nestledown Add-on for the Forester COAT patterns includes:
- Nestledown Baby-wearing panel - baby toddler sizes
- Nestledown Pregnancy panel
- Detachable Pixie hood - baby toddler sizes
- Detachable classic round hood - baby size toddler sizes
Printing Info
This is a print-at-home PDF pattern and includes three printing options:
- US Letter/A4 - tiled and designed to print on your home printer
- Copyshop - A0 wide-format file (33.1″ x 46.8″)
- Projector - specially-formatted and optimized for home projector use.
All pattern printing formats include “layers”, allowing you to print only the size(s) you need, or all of the sizes. A comprehensive sewing instruction tutorial is supplied.
