[nagdu] winter coats

[Pickrell, Rebecca M. (TASCSD)]

Julie, 
Might a cape or shawl work, rather then a coat? Or a thick pauncho? 
 

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Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2008 11:11 PM
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Subject: Re: [nagdu] winter coats

Get a cane *smile.*

Dave

At 11:12 AM 12/4/2008, you wrote:
>I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas where I can get a winter coat  
>that will fit over the guide harness?
>
>I've got an insulated coat that has to be worn under the harness, but 
>that doesn't work out so well.  the harness doesn't fit as well.  also 
>I have to adjust the size every time I change from coat to no coat. 
>It's going to be a major pain to have to take off the harness, the coat

>and then back on with the harness after changing the size if we would 
>need to go from outside to inside.
>
>I did make a sweater that will fit over the harness, but it is very 
>bulky, catches on my pantleg and isn't very effective when it's windy.
>
>I'm thinking of altering the first coat so it can be worn over the 
>harness, but I've never done something like that before.  I'd be 
>interested in any sewing tips anyone might be able to offer.  I don't 
>want to ruin the coat.
>
>Or is there some easier solution that I'm missing entirely?  and no one

>had better say move to a warmer climate! *smile*
>
>
>Thanks much!
>Julie
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