Made a Harley Quinn themed battle jacket!

Didn't upload the pictures the first time I posted, so here we go again

[https://www.large.nl/p/the-silver-scream/387823.html](https://www.large.nl/p/the-silver-scream/387823.html)

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Is there any place I could get this made into an embroidered backpatch?

Megadeth Jacket w/Skirt reconstruction

i've been wanting to make a proper one for years, and it's still a work in progress but i really like how it's turning out so far :D

<div class="md"><p>i&#39;ve been wanting to make a proper one for years, and it&#39;s still a work in progress but i really like how it&#39;s turning out so far :D</p>
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first battle vest!

The message is super relatable rn & it glows in the dark! 

<div class="md"><p>The message is super relatable rn &amp; it glows in the dark! </p>
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Not really into pop as much now, but I love Halsey & couldn't find any patches for her online.

I took a lot of your advice from my last post and think my sewing has improved but I’m not I love with the placement — it’s still growing on me though. What do you guys think?

<div class="md"><p>I took a lot of your advice from my last post and think my sewing has improved but I’m not I love with the placement — it’s still growing on me though. What do you guys think?</p>
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Still can’t decide if I like the spacing but my sewing is a little better.

<div class="md"><p>Opinions on the big white button</p>
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First battle jacket esc

It feels good and right. Excited to take it for a spin real soon. My first time sewing since middle school. 

<div class="md"><p>It feels good and right. Excited to take it for a spin real soon. My first time sewing since middle school. </p>
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My first one - long time coming

I painted the leopard print and the band on there myself:)) and added two layers of gathered lace trim around the edge
(I’m incredibly proud of myself and ow my thumb :,D )

<div class="md"><p>I painted the leopard print and the band on there myself:)) and added two layers of gathered lace trim around the edge
(I’m incredibly proud of myself and ow my thumb :,D )</p>
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I finished my handmade back patch-!

Conflicted about painting the outline orange or leaving it white. Maybe make it thinner? Idk. Also idk if i should do the body of the butterfly or if i should only keep only the wings. Feedback and suggestions appreciated!

<div class="md"><p>Conflicted about painting the outline orange or leaving it white. Maybe make it thinner? Idk. Also idk if i should do the body of the butterfly or if i should only keep only the wings. Feedback and suggestions appreciated!</p>
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New painting on my jacket! (brand new eyes by paramore)

Just trying to decide if I should re-dye or start sewing. 

<div class="md"><p>Just trying to decide if I should re-dye or start sewing. </p>
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I dyed this stonewashed jacket black- is it dark enough?

I didn't want to post my vest here until it was more complete but in light of Marianne Faithfull's passing I thought I should post this

<div class="md"><p>I didn&#39;t want to post my vest here until it was more complete but in light of Marianne Faithfull&#39;s passing I thought I should post this</p>
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Very Early WIP (RIP Marianne Faithfull)

I found a jacket at the thrift and was overwhelmed by inspiration and now I'm making my first jacket !! I want it to be largely decomposition themed. I got too excited and spent too long sitting all crunched up sewing and now I have a weird lower back twinge. Still having a great time though!!!

<div class="md"><p>I found a jacket at the thrift and was overwhelmed by inspiration and now I&#39;m making my first jacket !! I want it to be largely decomposition themed. I got too excited and spent too long sitting all crunched up sewing and now I have a weird lower back twinge. Still having a great time though!!!</p>
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oof ouch my back 🦐

So reposting. I guess I posted in wrong place. I finally have some possible placements but I'm still waiting for quite a few patches (including backpatch) so I'm having a hard time committing, but I do kind like where it's going🤷‍♀️🤞. Enjoy your day all😎🤘

<div class="md"><p>So reposting. I guess I posted in wrong place. I finally have some possible placements but I&#39;m still waiting for quite a few patches (including backpatch) so I&#39;m having a hard time committing, but I do kind like where it&#39;s going🤷‍♀️🤞. Enjoy your day all😎🤘</p>
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Battle hoodie in progress!😎

Which looks better?

goodbye to you, early 2000s $40 winterjam skillet zip up hoodie. You were there thru a LOT. You’ve carried me thru a LOT of tough times and bs. Unfortunately for you, my sweet old friend, you represent something very painful in my life. Wearing you has become a chore to my psyche. Seeing you brings me too many painful memories. Now I must brutally strip you of your art and not so peacefully lay you to rest in the rags bin. Fear not tho, as your old patches will be carried on by a younger, healthier button up. 

<div class="md"><p>goodbye to you, early 2000s $40 winterjam skillet zip up hoodie. You were there thru a LOT. You’ve carried me thru a LOT of tough times and bs. Unfortunately for you, my sweet old friend, you represent something very painful in my life. Wearing you has become a chore to my psyche. Seeing you brings me too many painful memories. Now I must brutally strip you of your art and not so peacefully lay you to rest in the rags bin. Fear not tho, as your old patches will be carried on by a younger, healthier button up. </p>
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saying goodbye to an old friend (WARNING: JACKET GORE)

Made some changes to my vest. I like it better this way.

Which BP do you think I should use for a horror vest? 

<div class="md"><p>Which BP do you think I should use for a horror vest? </p>
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What backpatch to use?

I made my first patch! I’m thinking about putting it on the back!

As the title says, looking for recommendations of artists/indie shops/resources you prefer to support when looking for patches? Haven't done this in far too long, and appreciate the guidance/time taken to read the post.



<div class="md"><p>As the title says, looking for recommendations of artists/indie shops/resources you prefer to support when looking for patches? Haven&#39;t done this in far too long, and appreciate the guidance/time taken to read the post.</p>
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Fuck it, time for battle. Anyone have favorite artists/independent shops they like to support when looking for patches?

Call me paranoid if you want but i've been thinkin about adding like actual slash/stab resistant armoring to my jacket and was wondering if anyone had experience/advice. 

Part of me thought about sewing in like genuine chain mail but that'd probably be expensive and hella difficult. Would look sick tho. 

<div class="md"><p>Call me paranoid if you want but i&#39;ve been thinkin about adding like actual slash/stab resistant armoring to my jacket and was wondering if anyone had experience/advice. </p>

<p>Part of me thought about sewing in like genuine chain mail but that&#39;d probably be expensive and hella difficult. Would look sick tho. </p>
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Adding armor to a jacket

Hi, I’m a young metalhead who wants to make his first battle jacket, but I’ve got a few questions:

What would be the best way to turn a shirt into a backpatch? I’ve seen people say interfacing, but I honestly have no idea what that mean

Can I keep sleeves that I just roll up? I like having sleeves

Lastly, this is less technical, but I’m planning to put a mix of both band stuff and cool patches and a few random cutesy shit like a rainbow or a hello kitty patch, any other ideas?

<div class="md"><p>Hi, I’m a young metalhead who wants to make his first battle jacket, but I’ve got a few questions:</p>

<p>What would be the best way to turn a shirt into a backpatch? I’ve seen people say interfacing, but I honestly have no idea what that mean</p>

<p>Can I keep sleeves that I just roll up? I like having sleeves</p>

<p>Lastly, this is less technical, but I’m planning to put a mix of both band stuff and cool patches and a few random cutesy shit like a rainbow or a hello kitty patch, any other ideas?</p>
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Some questions for my first battle jacket

Another of mine, no real theme other than experimenting with placement

The quote is from a song "Life is beautiful" by SiM

<div class="md"><p>The quote is from a song &quot;Life is beautiful&quot; by SiM</p>
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New patch I made

Sorry about the blurry pics, I'm bad at taking photos lol

I'm hoping to add more at some point, but I'm not sure what

<div class="md"><p>Sorry about the blurry pics, I&#39;m bad at taking photos lol</p>

<p>I&#39;m hoping to add more at some point, but I&#39;m not sure what</p>
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One patch battle vest?

I put lots of love and sweat in this, then I plumped up and now it’s too small 😆. Got some good years out of it. Starting a new vest soon.

<div class="md"><p>I put lots of love and sweat in this, then I plumped up and now it’s too small 😆. Got some good years out of it. Starting a new vest soon.</p>
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Wish it still fit

Self care 😇

used black thread for the big patch years ago and ive learnt a few things since so i guess it's time for some extra lovin

and i should probably stitch down that eat the rich patch finally

<div class="md"><p>used black thread for the big patch years ago and ive learnt a few things since so i guess it&#39;s time for some extra lovin</p>

<p>and i should probably stitch down that eat the rich patch finally</p>
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My denim child that needs a bit more stitch work

Has anyone ever used something like this? I have a couple ideas for patches, but I am not artistic at all, so I can’t draw or paint them. I saw this and thought it might be a good way to make some custom patches.

<div class="md"><p>Has anyone ever used something like this? I have a couple ideas for patches, but I am not artistic at all, so I can’t draw or paint them. I saw this and thought it might be a good way to make some custom patches.</p>
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Printable fabric

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