For some time I have had a former suit jacket in my stash waiting for inspiration to strike. When I saw a great clutch bag on instructables from a former jacket (see here) I knew I had to dig it out and have a play:)
Inspired I decided to play with the idea of an upcycled tablet case using the collar of the jacket as a closing flap. My work are currently issuing some staff with tablets, perhaps an opportunity to make a few sales?
Firstly I worked out the dimensions for the finished case and cut out fusible fleece this size. This then worked as a pattern piece when laying out the sleeve of the jacket and the collar.
I folded the side edges of the collar, pinning then hand stitching closed. I added a button hole for button closure of the upcycled tablet case.
I utilized the fold of the collar as the fold over closure, tacking this in place before sewing up in usual tablet case fashion! Naturally I used a shirt for the lining:)
Frustratingly the collar curled up at the edges.
I spray starched the collar to assist with laying flat. Then added velcro under the corner edges.
This has made a significant difference, but I wish I knew why it curled at the edges in the first place! As you can see adding some top stitching at the last minute has brought out details, complimenting the original features from the jacket.
If you would like a tutorial for a tablet case I have one here. Any suggestions as to why the collar curled or how to prevent it in future gratefully received:)
Lucy Blossom
Friday 19th of February 2016
What a great recycling project, and a very stylish way to carry your tablet around.
Sara
Thursday 18th of February 2016
Fun! I love how you used the collar as the flap. Very creative thinking!
Denita
Friday 12th of February 2016
I absolutely love this! Great details from an upcycle!
Roxanne
Thursday 11th of February 2016
This is a really great idea for an upcycle! I love how you kept some of the jacket details which makes the look of the case even more fun.
Michele
Tuesday 9th of February 2016
Love this great upcycling refashion. Great use of details from the jacket and love the top-stitching. Cheers, Michele