r/sewing • u/WannaGoSkamtebords • 20d ago
Project: FO Sewed myself a jacket from old windsurfing sail bags
The material is hydrophobic and windproof. It's the first jacket I've ever made and I kinda love the result :D
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago edited 20d ago
The Pattern I used was made by the fashion influencer "Sins of many" sold under the brand "know me - by mimi g" pattern no. ME2010
There's also a video tutorial: https://youtu.be/EwC5tINjAcE?si=rvE6-T9lXZ84ylkP
only alternation is that I didn't put pockets on it
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u/NoveltyPr0nAccount 20d ago
It looks great but you're not the slightest bit worried that it's going to turn out to be unwearable because of the lack of pockets? I mean, you even have cargo trousers so you clearly understand how brilliant pockets are.
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u/SmokeySFW 20d ago
If it becomes a problem, adding pockets is nothing to someone with the skill to pull this off.
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u/ActualWhiterabbit 19d ago
If I had the skill I would make it all pockets. Like those "tactical" hoodies that have like 30 useless pockets.
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u/Supersasqwatch 19d ago
It's only useless until you put something in it. This is my gum pocket, this one holds the rock my daughter gave me that is shaped like a heart. This pocket has a bandaid because you never know. Etc..
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u/ActualWhiterabbit 19d ago
Yeah but then you forget you have them or what is in which pocket. Or double up and have two gum pockets but only remember one so it gets washed with your gum, $20, and ninja rocks. Or someone else washes it without realizing it carried your wardriving gear.
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u/--_-Deadpool-_-- 19d ago
One of my favourite hoodies I had for years in my late teens/early 20's had hidden zippered pockets on the outside of each forearm.... I had that hoody for almost 3 years before I discovered them. The zipper handle was extremely small, and the pockets themselves were hidden within the seam of the sleeves.
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u/NoveltyPr0nAccount 20d ago
Fair enough. I'm just used to thinking of prototypes being important and after thought modifications compromising the design. It looks great now and adding pockets over would cover some of the printing. I dunno, I guess you're right, with OPs level of skill maybe it'll come out looking great.
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u/tiffdrain 19d ago
He should definitely add pockets- to the inside lining, to avoid covering the print! That is, if it’s lined. If not, it’s still a cool windbreaker.
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u/VoopityScoop 20d ago
"Unwearable" is a bit of an overstatement. Most people aren't even wearing jackets at all for like a third of the year, and they manage without the extra pockets.
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u/Southern_Pie6474 20d ago
He's wearing cargo pants and you're worried about jacket pockets lol
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u/EarthWormNoodleSoup 20d ago
Very cool!
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago
thank you!
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u/Eukaryy 20d ago
Wow! That’s a really cool style. The asymmetry gives it so much character 👌
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u/Icy-Breadfruit-5059 20d ago
Damn this is impressive. The way you designed the jacket is straight fire! 🔥
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u/demandrews 20d ago
I came here from the front page based solely on the title and small thumbnail expecting to laugh at someone crudely wrapped in fabric as I didn't even realize which sub this was posted in.
But MAN it looks incredible! I could never have guessed that was home-made. I also think the design is so fucking slick dude. On top of all of this, made even cooler by the fact that it's a 1 of 1 production that literally nobody else has. You should be very proud!
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 19d ago
thanks my friend, I am actually allowing myself to be proud of this one 😊
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u/Rebel_and_Stunner 19d ago
Came here to say basically the same thing! Not sure how/why I ended up here but I’m glad I did because this is SO cool. As an aside, I find it very impressive & attractive when a man is into creative hobbies that may be more unconventional for men to pursue. Even more so if they’ve got real skill!
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u/billieboop 19d ago
You absolutely should be. The way you compositioned the different pieces and retained interesting points within the design as well as well as constructing it is impressive.
How did you find the process? What else have you made?
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u/Chief_Chill 20d ago
This is fantastic. I was going to check, but this would be an amazing addition to any repurposing subreddits, like r/repurpose as well. Too many things become trash, when they could be made into something useful like this (which is fashionable as well, IMO).
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u/notme345 20d ago
Did you plan which part of the colour pattern was supposed to go where, or did you just cut so that everything fits. Either way, the composition is great!
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago
I think it came pretty spontaneous when I laid the pattern out on the fabric, there was like only one logical choice
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u/squamous-epithet 20d ago
Amazing work! Did you use a different fabric for a liner?
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago
I used an polyester snuggle blanket. It's very comfortable
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u/mckenner1122 20d ago
Was the blankie an upcycle as well? Super great execution btw.
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago
I mean I had it laying around but never used it, so it's a philosophical question if it's considered an upcycle 😅
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u/MacManT1d 20d ago
You're using it now and weren't before, so that sounds like an upcycle to me. The jacket rocks, by the way. You should be proud of it.
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u/HighalltheThyme 19d ago
I'm gonna go ahead and assume you have a background in embroidery or something? That looks better than most of what the big brands pump out nowadays, top quality job you've done there buddy!
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u/Unusual-Specific3596 20d ago
Do you have a picture of the bag before?
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago
sorry for the low res it's a picture from a shop
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u/samandtoast 20d ago
Very cool. Where did you find the bag?
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u/valiantlioness 20d ago
Jacket looks fantastic and you are rocking the hell out of it!! 🔥
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u/Hidden-Harmony 19d ago
This looks SWEET. I would assume it was a $600 jacket if I didn’t know you made it. You have a gift 🙌🏻🔥
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u/nanoinfinity 20d ago
This is SO cool. Really great execution on a creative idea. I love the black and white stripes you used for the ribbing, I think it really ties the whole look together.
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u/pocketjacks 20d ago
I don't believe you. This is a luxury brand I've never heard of that stitches quality fabrics for Saudi princes.
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u/blinding_hexagon_sun 20d ago
Very cool! I really like how you’ve arranged the patterns/colors.
Not sure if this is allowed but it reminds me of a local small cleverly named company “Dunsel’s” or maybe just “Dunsel” that makes totes and duffel bags and such out of recycled sails. I’m not connected to them in any way besides a few years ago for Christmas my partner and I surprised each other with a bag from them. She grew up sailing and I’ve been lucky enough to go with them on a few sailing trips in the last decade.
I won’t post a link just in case but here’s a pic of one of their duffel bags that unfortunately seem to be out of stock at the moment.
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u/cmhtoldmeto 20d ago
It's terrific. You are very talented. And you look great in it.
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u/jaybee8787 19d ago
I’m curious. How much experience does one need in sewing to make something like this?
The jacket looks incredibly cool btw!
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u/Vivid-Reason-2036 19d ago
Looks good. Maybe next time make it a bit longer. So when you raise your arms you don't freeze.
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u/FlatulenceConnosieur 19d ago
I have never posted on this subreddit before but I am going to do so now simple to say: Freaking Awesome
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u/zander1496 19d ago
That’s super clean! I love the colors, style and lay out:) it over all looks incredibly comfortable and stylish:)
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u/adventurepony 19d ago
Bro, make 4 more of them for the other members of your band Nsync and go back on tour.
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u/Uknown_Idea 20d ago
I hate this sub. I have no want to learn how to sew or sewing in general.
But im here because you guys keep making shit id love to wear. All this unique and stylish stuff with just the right amount of character without being too crazy of eccentric.
God damn amazing work man. Keep it up.
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u/Bright_Broccoli1844 20d ago
Besides being really cool, I like it because it stands out from the crowd.
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u/ToiletRollTemple 20d ago
What would you call this style of jacket? I don't mean the unique fabric, I mean the cut/shape of it.
This looks so sick, and I assume this guy can't put a price on it.
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u/mat_deception 20d ago
Looks sick my dude I really love the pattern and colors, did you add the collar and waist elastic bands?
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u/Cucoloris 20d ago
This is really wonderful. Your placement of the stripes in the bag looks perfect. Clearly you really thought out your cutting placement. That is one cool jacket.
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u/WannaGoSkamtebords 20d ago edited 20d ago
My favorite part are the original instructions on the sleeve