Upcycled tablet case – Creative fun with a former jacket
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:)
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I think it has to do with the straight grain of the fabric was changed whic caused the curl. I do not have any suggestions to correct it, except watch where the grain is after up cycling. You did a nice job on this.
That is so clever. The top stitching is just perfect.
This is so clever and creative. I have no idea about the curling but I wonder if you could do something another time so there was a little more give or ease in the outside of the flap compared to the inside, would that help?
Anyway, your finished product looks great and that top stitching is a lovely finishing touch.
Very clever idea to use the collar as the flap, Vicky.
Oooo! I love THIS!! — Don’t let Armani see this post or else they’ll get ideas!
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How clever! It looks really smart! I’ve begun venturing into the scary (for me!) world of sewing over the past few weeks. My lovely fella spoilt me over xmas with a Brother Computerised sewing machine so I’ve taken baby steps by doing basic alterations to a pile of clothes that I loved but didnt quite fit properly. I’ll have to look through some of your previous posts for tutorials and inspiration!
Love this great upcycling refashion. Great use of details from the jacket and love the top-stitching. Cheers, Michele
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.
I absolutely love this! Great details from an upcycle!
Fun! I love how you used the collar as the flap. Very creative thinking!
What a great recycling project, and a very stylish way to carry your tablet around.