WenSparrow88 Posted August 3 Share Posted August 3 In the words of Thanos… “I’ll do it myself.” Super bummed that my OG Dennis jacket just absolutely fell apart, I’m taking up the challenge of re-creating the OG jacket with the ribs, smooth leather, and stitched leather. Please be gentle, and let me know what you think! 🤣 https://imgur.com/a/w3Ogu6M 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted August 4 Share Posted August 4 I applaud anyone that tries to take this one on! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 4 Author Share Posted August 4 It’s looking REALLY good!! I’m impressing myself! https://imgur.com/a/f7fg9bO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 11 Author Share Posted August 11 Aaaaaand… it’s done… Just… Damn. It looks and feels amazing, and learned how to fix the dang timing belt on my sewing machine. Plus, added a little homage to the original jacket. https://imgur.com/a/Na4V1rt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted August 12 Share Posted August 12 2 hours ago, WenSparrow88 said: Aaaaaand… it’s done… Just… Damn. It looks and feels amazing, and learned how to fix the dang timing belt on my sewing machine. Plus, added a little homage to the original jacket. https://imgur.com/a/Na4V1rt @Ruthar @Hask you seeing this? Sweet! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 12 Author Share Posted August 12 2 minutes ago, Aradun said: @Ruthar @Hask you seeing this? Sweet! Thank you!! 💙 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruthar Posted August 12 Share Posted August 12 Wow, marvelous work! It’s not easy getting tight, consistent stitches like that. Really stellar! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hask Posted August 12 Share Posted August 12 Nicely done. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 12 Author Share Posted August 12 Thank you all so much!!! 😁 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandrake Posted August 12 Share Posted August 12 Aaaaaand… it’s done… Just… Damn. It looks and feels amazing, and learned how to fix the dang timing belt on my sewing machine. Plus, added a little homage to the original jacket. https://imgur.com/a/Na4V1rtWow that was quick work! Looks amazing,good job!!Sent from my 21091116UC using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 12 Author Share Posted August 12 Finally had two weekends where I was able to sit down and really work through this. This is also the 2nd fabric I had to buy. The first fabric I tried would not handle the “non-padded” ribbing. There are a lot of “test squares” in my craft area. LOL! Went quick and smooth once the fabric was figured out, and I trained myself on how to get the tight stitching. Can’t wait to troop in her once again!! But seriously, thank you all for your kind words. I still can’t believe how it came out!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted August 12 Share Posted August 12 I’m sure someone with the ambition to follow in your footsteps and make their own will ask eventually, so . . . what was the name of the fabric you used and is there a link to it?Again fantastic job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TreeHuggerMatt Posted August 12 Share Posted August 12 That’s amazing stuff! Just wow! Finding the right fabric for this is a nightmare so any info would help so many folks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 13 Author Share Posted August 13 Sorry, was a busy day at work! The leather fabric is from Koshtex on Etsy. “Stretchy Vegan Soft Leather Fabric by the Yard 2 Way Stretch Black“ I used 2 yards for a jacket that I would put in the Large / Extra Large category. I also had a very scary small amount left over. LOL! I really think the stretchy factor helped so much with the single, non-padded stitching. I tried a faux leather from Joann’s that was just horrific. For the padded parts, I did have Joann’s black scuba fabric. I think I stole this idea from the Shore Trooper soft parts (don’t tell them!) As for the actual ribbing… patience, and a seam ruler attachment to the sewing foot. I marked how big I wanted the ribs, and just took my time. Doing all of the sections separately also helped. Only other critique I have is that since this was my first project with a zipper, I didn’t pay attention and bought a zipper that’s used for pullovers, and not for jackets. I don’t think I’m overly mad at it being a pull over, though. It looks so surreal that it’s done. I honestly didn’t think I could do it. This costume means a lot to me, and it was a gut punch when the first jacket fell apart. But if I can do it? So can you!! Let me know what other questions you have! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WenSparrow88 Posted August 13 Author Share Posted August 13 5 minutes ago, WenSparrow88 said: Sorry, was a busy day at work! The leather fabric is from Koshtex on Etsy. “Stretchy Vegan Soft Leather Fabric by the Yard 2 Way Stretch Black“ I used 2 yards for a jacket that I would put in the Large / Extra Large category. I also had a very scary small amount left over. LOL! I really think the stretchy factor helped so much with the single, non-padded stitching. I tried a faux leather from Joann’s that was just horrific. For the padded parts, I did have Joann’s black scuba fabric. I think I stole this idea from the Shore Trooper soft parts (don’t tell them!) As for the actual ribbing… patience, and a seam ruler attachment to the sewing foot. I marked how big I wanted the ribs, and just took my time. Doing all of the sections separately also helped. Only other critique I have is that since this was my first project with a zipper, I didn’t pay attention and bought a zipper that’s used for pullovers, and not for jackets. I don’t think I’m overly mad at it being a pull over, though. It looks so surreal that it’s done. I honestly didn’t think I could do it. This costume means a lot to me, and it was a gut punch when the first jacket fell apart. But if I can do it? So can you!! Let me know what other questions you have! Correction… Black Scuba Fabric was suggested by the super awesome @KOtrooper. She put up with me A LOT. LOL!! 💙💙 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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