January sub zero weather dictates drastic fleece sewing

It is in the - degrees F these days in Madison, WI.  We are not the worst in the country, but we are 

!?$&@ cold.

So, when I decided to enjoy? The month of January back home, I picked up this fleece fabric I bought earlier in the year at Gayfeather Fabrics.

I used Kwik sew pattern  K4015  and found the chenille trim at Gayfeathers as well.  It's so fun to have a local independent fabric store, not to mention the owner, Virginia, to brain storm with.

As we were discussing said chenille trim, my eyes were caught by these wonderful wire buttons displayed nearby.  

Virginia pointed out that there are two weights of hair scrunchies for button loops and that I should be sure and match the weight to the button wire.

 I am so please with the resulting sweater/jacket and wonderfully warm, as well.