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Jean Jacket

Shabby Chic Denim Jacket

August 26, 2023 By Mary Peterson 2 Comments

Hello Everyone!

This time I decided to let the machine do the embroidery. Take a look!

AFTER–My latest jacket

As you know, I am an avid thrift shopper and I started to sell some of my finds to create a little extra income. Shipping was/is easy and I didn’t want to mess around with returns. Happily, I found out that I could sell my upcycles on this platform and I was ready to give it a try! This was my summer project/experiment and I am hoping for a good reaction. Take a look in my “closet” and you will find some of my original jackets and other goodies that I have curated over the summer.

The prices on my jackets are firm and cover the cost of the jacket, materials, and labor for the upcycling. There is a modest markup to make a profit to continue the work. Keep in mind, Poshmark takes a cut from the profit and shipping is extra at a standard flat rate of $7.97. Also, please know that all sales are final so make sure to message me through Poshmark to get any measurements that you may need and ask any questions before you buy. Sorry but I cannot ship internationally.

Jacket front view
Close up of the back patch with embroidery. I used a scallop pattern to give it a funky look and I think it works well

I can’t wait to see what you all think. Talk to me!

Happy Refashioning!

Mary, Thrifty Chic

Filed Under: Jackets, Jean Jacket Tagged With: embroidered

One 90’s Jean Jacket + Thrift Shop Collar = Refashioned Jacket

February 10, 2013 By Mary Peterson 4 Comments

Hi everyone!

One 90's jean jacket +thrift shop collar =Refashioned Jacket4
The finished project!

 

Meet my new favorite jean jacket. It started with and old mandarin collar jacket from the late 90’s that had very little shape. I have been holding on to it for a long time hoping the right chance would come along to make it new. I think I found the right mix. Here is the finished project. Then, I’ll show you how I got there.

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One 90's jean jacket +thrift shop collar =Refashioned Jacket3
A close up!

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Take off the collar from here.
Take off the collar from here.

Add it here!
Add it here!

As the picture states, all I did was add the collar. My second step was to take in the sides, under the armholes, and slightly slim the upper sleeve. From there I was done!

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I am not done with the tapestry jacket. I have plans to use it for several other projects! More on the way…HAPPY SEWING and REFASHIONING!

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Mary

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Filed Under: Jackets, Jean Jacket Tagged With: denim

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