Tools and materials:
- Fabric
- Scissors
- Paper
- Denim jacket
- Tailor’s chalk
- Sewing machine
- Walking foot
Sometimes, my inspiration comes from scrolling through Pinterest boards. I like to look at the different fabric and pattern options until I find something that strikes me. Today is no different. After scrolling through countless colors and styles I decided that my fabric would be used best as an applique on denim!
Remove the belt loops from the bottom of the jacket by pulling out the stitches. Next, use an old magazine or newspaper to make a template of the jacket. Simply rip out pages of the magazine, tape them together, and cut them into the correct shape. Remember to mark any buttons or pockets. (This only needs to be with the area that you’re applying the applique to.) Next, draw the shape of the applique onto the template and cut it out.
Place your cut out shape onto your fabric wrong sides together. Then, using a pen, trace out the shape - I added an extra five millimeters to the edge. Next, grab some scissors and cut out your fabric.
After that, grab an additional fabric and begin cutting out circles (or any other shape you desire). Strategically place these shapes around your applique to add an extra element of design.
Rip out some more pages of your magazine and make a new template (of the other side). Trace out a new design, some new shapes, and repeat the steps we just went through.
Using some tailor’s chalk, trace out the exact area where you want to place your applique. Then, hand stitch the edges of the applique to keep the fabric from fraying. Pin the sewed edges over and iron them down. Next, loosely hand stitch the applique to the jacket before using the sewing machine to secure them permanently. I used a walking foot to make sure the stitches looked nice and neat.
For the shapes (in my case circles), use some thread and a needle to hand stitch them in place. Continue sewing in a spiral until you reach the middle of the circle. This will give the jacket some added texture and style.
To remove the chalk markings, simply dampen a washcloth and gently run it over the jacket. Then, place it outside in the sun to let it dry and you are done! Your jacket is ready to be worn.
I love this denim jacket with applique. I think it came out really nice and is the perfect accessory for those warm spring days. Keep in mind, this jacket is completely customizable. Choose your own shapes, patterns, and even string color!
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This is such a cute design!
Thank you! It’s still in my wardrobe now!
I love this type of thing it's so original and such a an easy way to give new life to a garment.