Custom Alt/Punk Jacket Tutorial - Craft With Me + DIY Ideas + Styling ! 🪡✂️💖

~Time Stamps~
Intro: 00:00
Patch Painting: 2:32
Arranging Patches: 4:39
Patch Sewing: 7:17
Back Patch Making: 11:05
"Spiderweb" Sleeve: 15:24
Spike Attaching: 17:10
Lace Ruffle Base: 18:11
Spiderweb Lapels: 19:49
More Back Patches: 20:39
Adding Bits n Bobs: 22:40
Attaching Chains: 26:41
Adding Buttons and Pins: 31:27
FINAL RESULT: 32:18
OTHER DIY IDEAS FOR YOUR JACKET: 34:13
Up close of pins and buttons: 47:45
STYLING PORTION: (basically me trying on outfits with this new piece!) 51:11
~Stuff Mentioned In the Video~
Socks shirt tutorial • DIY T shirt From Old S...
My other video where i make patches etc • DIY Alt Thrift Haul (P...
~Small Artists to get your cute stuff from that i reccomend!~ (feel free to link your own and your friends shops in the comments!)
Trashedy www.etsy.com/ca/shop/trashedy...
Lillian Cuda lilliancuda.bigcartel.com/
Sugarbones sugarbones.net/
Sineater sineater.bigcartel.com/
My Cat is People mycatispeople.com/
Maiden Voyage Clothing shop.maidenvoyageclothing.com...
Cat Beans catbeans.square.site/ (My pumpkin kitty patch on my sewing machine is from them!)
Cat Coven www.catcoven.com/
Fennec Design Co www.etsy.com/ca/shop/FennecDe...
Rat Lady Art www.etsy.com/ca/shop/RatLadyA...
PonyPony PeoplePeople www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ponypony...
Ivy C Draws ivycdraws.com/
Studs and Spikes:
1. www.studsandspikes.com/
2. www.angryyoungandpoor.com/sto...
~Helpful Tutorials~
Rookie Button DIY www.rookiemag.com/2012/10/diy...
Rookie Denim Jacket DIY www.rookiemag.com/2012/08/que...
How to Make Stencils www.rookiemag.com/2013/05/diy...
~My Links~
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Monster High Tumblr / punkdraculaura
Buffy Tumblr: / mywickedplum
My Instagram / rattusrattus3
Cat Instgram / lemonandtuna
~PO Box~
Relics of the Rat
PO Box 61046 Kensington
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[@RattusRattus]

MY OTHER JACKET VIDEOS: HALLOWEEN JACKET: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZzTpGqqYrRnh8U VAMPIRE JACKET: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6aznmeAfdhnhZo

[@broccisticks7703]

I went to a punk show and saw this guy with a leather jacket, covered in drizzled hot glue, with googly eyes and mousetraps all over it. It looked so incredible.

[@hyperdimensionalcenturion4628]

Thats amazing XD

[@salemmayhem6349]

You had me at Googly Eyes 😊

[@ashmac87]

I'm trying to imagine that it sounds very interesting

[@Moxiie]

I was literally thinking of making a leather battle jacket today. I have a denim battle vest, but a jacket would be nice when its cold.

[@aspenrenaut2458]

you could sew sleeves on?

[@GreatQueenFan]

@@aspenrenaut2458 actually that's one of my first diy's and I've done it two more times since. I had pants with cool patterns but way too big on the waist so I cut off the legs and sewed them on vests, it turned out so cool.

[@aspenrenaut2458]

plaid sleeves are always a good option, look cool, give good arm mobility, find them in any charity shop, and don’t stretch so easy to sew :)

[@garlicbred71]

i’m planning on making a vest and when it gets colder, i’ll wear a hoodie under it :)

[@bobomochi9284]

A shirt out of socks?? Dude that’s so awesome I love how creative you are! :D

[@RattusRattus]

The sock shirt wasn’t my idea originally!! All credit to @fashion wanderer ! But thank you regardless ! :-)

[@rodolfoherrera8483]

My friends always tell me patch sewing is better with a sewing machine, that it is easier and faster. But I just LOVE hand sewing my patches, it is sooo relaxing and makes it feel way more personal and makes me appreciate a lot more the work I made, so why would I want to make it faster? 💓 I love your videos, you're really creative uwu

[@justtanja7327]

Hand sewing feels organic and personal. I totally understand what you are expressing about hand sewing.

[@sebastiansantana2447]

Omg yess and also… its near impossible to sow on pockets and have them be usable with a machine. And also i like to completely hide my stitches by matching the thread color to the color of where im sowing so it would be a massive pain to keep changing threads on a machine

[@opernce]

Oh man I got a second hand black jacket exactly like that and I've never worn it, how do you find so many good patches? 😭 I'm totally gonna do this. I'm gonna do a forest 'nature core' theme on an old hand-me-down denim jacket too, Think you for inspiring me 🖤

[@absolute_destiny_apocalyps7832]

I have several battle jackets that I've made over the years, but I've never considered adding so many three-dimensional charms and toys! I wonder how the bones will hold up over time. The jacket looks great though, I love the way all the different textures and mediums mix. Its a real piece of assemblage art

[@jayolli3466]

I have a few things to say: 1) your energy is so nice, like just the vibes you give off are very positive 2) I am definitely inspired. I was a little stuck on what else to do with my crust pants, but I have ideas

[@morganlasonde2276]

I dress more grunge but I've started to find interest in punk fashion. I found a denim jacket and I'm making my first battle jacket!! I hope to wear it my first day of high school soon! Thanks for inspiring me!! ;)

[@gn0mesgal0re]

Your DIYs are always so helpful! I liked that this one was divided into separate chapters, and we were spoiled enough to see a bunch of outfits with the jacket too:)) Thank you for being you

[@MissMimiRainbow]

I just love your mind!! I used to be so creative and think outside of the box too! Idk if it was antidepressants or society that made me loose so much of that, but it’s so sad! But I’m so glad I found your channel, it makes me rethink and gets the creativity flowing again!! I really hope you know how much of a difference you make without even knowing. You’re awesome! And I also love how you actually take time to share your ideas and advice for everyone! It’s such a “simple” thing to do, but not something I’ve seen from others. Thank you for your videos! 🤟🏻

[@heyits_cat8966]

I have a couple things to say! 1) I'm currently sewing on my first handmade patch on my flannel! It's a mushroom :D and I'm gonna make a felt leaf next! 2) I make pins out of paper! Thick paper, draw on it, and put a thick sealer on it :D I've also made some from soda can metal! And just bent it into shape and painted on it

[@joeherrera3178]

So cool how you mentioned making bone earrings, I made a whole bunch of them and plan on putting them on my Depop soon. Also this video is so inspirational and fun to watch, I definitely want to make my own clutter jacket in the near future 🖤

[@Fishpunch]

A shirt made out of socks is one of punkest things I've ever seen. That was a very cool idea 🤘🖤

[@e_lee_see_uh5688]

The way this was perfect timing omgggg I literally was thinking about making a bag with patches and pins but I didn't know where to start and I wasn't super inspired but now I feel like getting right in it thank you!!!!!

[@isopodfriend123]

You’re insanely talented! The jacket is so cool I love how much detail there is on it you’ve definitely inspired me to start making my own jacket. :D

[@creativenerves5013]

RABBIT!! I missed you and spooky vibes and DIY ideas! I'm honestly still catching up on all my Halloween/ Samhain celebration and videos but Yay!! You're my absolute favorite because I feel like I relate best to your aesthetic and simple crafty fashion ideas. I love you and thank you for everything you share!

[@Abysmal-ji2pu]

thank you so much for always putting so much effort in your videos.✨ with the actual d.i.y., then the tips you gave us, and then the lookbook! these are incredibly inspiring.

[@alianaplayz7597]

I might be getting a leather jacket from my cousin soon and I think this will be perfect to get ideas/inspiration if I wanna add some stuff to make it less boring! So thank you!

[@todorokisfavouriteobject9109]

I love your hair!!! I’ve been wanting to hand sew my own wardrobe as my mom encourages me to sew and I thought “Why not tackle 2 birds with one stone? I’ve barely got any goth clothing (I’ve got like 2 shirts) and it gives me experience,” I might do the shirt idea with my Halloween fabrics as I have a LOT of those I can use to make one. Do you have any ideas for custom sewing outfits? I prefer not to wear skirts but I’m not so good at making hoodies so I might just use the hoodie I was gonna use for fabric scraps to make a similar jacket. ☺️

[@hayleemckinley3041]

You’re absolutely precious and must be treasured!!!! Your creations are always rad and inspiring thank you 🖤

[@captaincaspian42]

Hello Rabbit!! :D You're honestly one of my favorite youtubers to watch inbetween classes, thank you so much for posting, excellent timing!!

[@promiselikealie]

Love how it all comes together and the details! ❤ Gave me a flashback to more than ten years ago, when I had a black jacket that I stitched all kinds of colourful buttons on and a Sex Pistols patch, but I was changing styles so quickly back then that I didn't appreciate it enough and I've always regretted not having it anymore... but recently I found a very comfy peach jacket and I've been going over some ideas in my mind to spice it up a bit, so who knows when or what I'll do with it. It's all a matter of time and feeling~

[@rhyswilson8804]

I’m hopefully going to start making myself a patch jacket soon, just starting to get into punk, I’m really excited and this video and comments helped me become a lot more comfortable about making and wearing it. Thank youuuuu

[@maneskinnnnn7190]

I love your channel so much I'm so happy I have finally found a KZbinr I can relate to

[@Jxst_Axi]

Hello Rabbit :DD I got my hair cut short and I feel so much more like myself! Your videos are so inspirational and I love watching them. :))) You are so swag and you have such a bubbly personality. Ive have also been making my own battle jacket and I've been making my own buttons/pins. Even after having a rough day your videos always make me smile and I hope you have a great day :]

[@aliceswayer9979]

omg I LOVE your shirt!! I'm totally gonna make one! I actually wanted to make a Sally Stiches inspired shirt for like a costume or something since I'm not comfortable wearing dresses and I think I'm gonna make something inspired by that 🤔

[@aren1561]

I discovered you so late in my life, your content makes me sooo happy 😊💐

[@lotuslabyrinth666]

This is the most helpful diy video I’ve ever seen in my 12 years of watching them

[@shadowcat6832]

Omg this video was literally so amazing, I have a denim vest I've been meaning to do something with and this gave me so many good ideas!!

[@nootmooshroom]

it’s stunning! good job rabbit!

[@eggiboiroi]

👁 the bones idea is being: written down for my zombie themed battle vest because that’s PERFECT,

[@RattusRattus]

HELL YAH!🥳

[@katha_aquila]

WOW, THATS AWESOME!! Btw i have one question... I dont have very much money... And i would LOVE to do something like this cause yeah, i dont really like my "Style". Do you have any Ideas how to overwork my style without buying so much stuff..? A Video about that would be veryyy nice ^^ Love your channel❤❤

[@beetleb0nes]

Charity shops/thrift stores are perfect for finding new pieces! It’s also really good for experimenting with customisation as if it goes wrong you’ve only lost a little bit of money, ass opposed to a lot if you maybe bought it new from a chain store!

[@KaylaKasel]

If you want to reuse things you already have, you could always distress/cause rips in clothing. Or repurposing old found objects. That's pretty simple, with no extra to little materials necessary. You could also look into trade/swap groups online or "free" sections of Facebook Marketplace/Craiglist. Idk your personal situation and I don't want to assume, but these could be good places to start.

[@RattusRattus]

YES to both these comments!!! Wonderful advice ! I would like to add on that the cheapest customization material is paint (get it at the dollar store) , and with a bit of needle and thread or just safety pins and paint and old fabric you can make patches yourself basically for free ! And all the stuff you draw / paint on your jacket will add tons of decoration with little money (literally one bottle of paint from the dollar store will last you so many projects!) I think also safety pins and rips and shreds, I tried to make lots of the customization options in this video cheap (using a 1$ pantyhose as a sleeve, using recycled jeans to make patches, showing bottle cap buttons, broken jewellery as accessory etc) but I can try to make a more explicit video talking about cheap diys since I get this question all the time (and my advice is always - look around , ask around , use things you already have (or that others have thrown out), and use creativity to repurpose things!) it will take a bit of time and effort but it is so worth it ! ❤️🥰

[@katha_aquila]

@@RattusRattus Thank you! I would love to see a Video about that! ❤❤

[@sofialpaca2563]

Heyy Rabbit! Thank you so much, i’m in the planning process of sprucing up a few jackets i own and i’m def gonna steal your idea of adding novelty fabric backing to patches :D

[@lmallia6719]

I loved the sock top! It's such a smart way to reuse the material

[@RattusRattus]

Thank you !! All credit for the idea should go to Fashion Wanderer ! They are the creators of the tutorial I used to make mine :D ❤️

[@tardoautunno]

I was JUST thinking about making a cool leather jacket for myself and this comes out!!

[@RattusRattus]

Yay!!! Good luck! Im rooting for you and your jacket 🥳🥰

[@jasperlee4164]

watched this while i hand sewed my patches onto my jacket :) you’re so talented and creative!!

[@vampkitty5780]

Wow that jacket is fantastic!!!!❤❤❤👍 love it great job!

[@sleepygirl1753]

You’re so talented and creative omgg you’ve inspired me so much 😭💕💕

[@tbloodawesome]

Already commented that on another video of yours, but I really do love your aesthetic and creativity. Your videos are really fun to watch and I get really inspired by you. You rock!

[@panadocoughsyrup]

thank you rabbit! im always so happy when you upload lol your style has inspired me so much

[@dovelugosi]

After trying several methods, honestly "threading/sewing" spider webs are the best, it lasts long and it looks very good BUT it depends on the type of perfecto you're dealing with, the ones from the 80s/90s are impossible (the leather is top tough) to go go through with a needle even a very thick one. Or I like using good quality french manicure white nail polish and then spraying it with a waterproofing spray made for leather. 😉

[@RattusRattus]

Thanks for the tips! I’ve been wanting to make some spiderweb elbow patches for a sweater lately so this is very useful knowledge (I’ll try embroidering) ! ❤️ thank u thank u!

[@dovelugosi]

@@RattusRattus so sorry I forgot the most important ! The white nail polish is in fact gel polish the one you have to cure ! Sorry because I think that's why I consider it working.

[@grave.]

you're so cool omg!!! i love your videos so much

[@frootloop5628]

Your Videos are so ispiring and calming and the Jacket looks so dope!

[@CountessHysteria]

i have the same skull jewelry! you're so creative! i love the cryptid patches (with the yeti, flatwoods monster and jersey devil)

[@cosmos2165]

this always gives me so much inspiration and motivation! :D also this is my safe space, i loooove all of your videos, thanks for sharing all of this with us!

[@ediegolds9174]

Aah I love you!! It’s awesome!!

[@nukaghoula]

amazing!! I'm totally gonna use some of these ideas as inspiration for making my own jacket you're brilliant thanks for sharing this!

[@RattusRattus]

Yay!!! Good luck I’m super excited for you!!! Thanks for the nice comment 🖤

[@lauralopez-reese7116]

Just joined your channel. Really like your asthmatics and style! You are very creative and artistic. FABULOUS JACKET!!!!

[@razvandobos9759]

You’ll get so many hugs wearing that awesome jacket!

[@dianefields295]

Oh my god I love your jacket. It’s very nice. Thank you.

[@alex-we7dj]

I love how your jacket turned out! you inspired me to finally patch up my boring, torn up patch pants :D

[@jocl5088]

Thank you for sharing with us ❤ love your energy & love your jacket ...I have plenty jackets I'm trying to custom and get rid of lol.. the battle jacket 😍*inspired*

[@bigstorycory7494]

Love the sock shirt. 🤘🏼

[@Artpixie333]

never stop being this awesome!

[@RattusRattus]

Omg Thank u sm 🥺❤️

[@fayewild1574]

Hey Rabbit!!! I can’t believe I missed this when it came out, but glad I finally saw it because I needed some of your good vibes today💜 the back patch you made turned out ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! And this whole jacket turned out so cool!!! Mixing together paint and fabric softener makes the paint able to stretch and move without cracking or anything, which is super great when painting on anything that’s gonna stretch while wearing it💕 I don’t know if that would be helpful on something with a more “leathery” texture though...

[@kittycruz5848]

Iove rabbit videos they make my day watch♡♡♡ thanks for uploading🖤🖤

[@nittygritty7034]

That shirt is insane. That is so cool.

[@RattusRattus]

Thank you! The idea was from fashion wanderer ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jH2lao2JdtyHnNk highly reccomend trying the tutorial it’s so fun! 🥳

[@comic_ghost]

Absolutely amazing video! Love your jacket! Another DIY idea I'd add would be using designs from old shirts as patches. I used a graphic t-shirt as my back patch for my horror jacket. You can use old shirts that don't fit anymore or find them at thrift stores.

[@isaacperson129]

I wanted to do this ages ago but forgot about it! You reminded me so I’m gonna try and do the bulk of it this weekend

[@RattusRattus]

Woo hoo!! Good luck! That’s awesome 🥳🥳🥳

[@meowinde]

Your sock shirt is genius!!!!!!!!

[@RattusRattus]

Aw thank u! But all credit to the original creator!! Fashion wanderer inspired me :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jH2lao2JdtyHnNksi=58azIBAIShiA_mBc

[@mara-ux4cf]

omg i love that floral dress with the lace collar i'm so jealous

[@nittygritty7034]

The outfits are so good.

[@kew884]

your videos are so fun! this is super cool!!

[@RattusRattus]

Thank you so much! Happy you enjoyed 🥰

[@halloweennerd4076]

Love what you did. Your sock shirt was cool and your leather jacket is awesome! I've done some denim jackets and vest before but have yet to try leather. I just always figured it would be too hard. Also I do a lot by hand and have not yet mastered the sewing machine. Anyways love your style and your positive vibes. Stay cool!

[@AshofApocalypse]

You are such a cool person rabbit! I love seeing your content.

[@izzyhi1593]

AHHH I LOVE YOU IVE BEEN WAITÌNG FOR THISSSS

[@Xellx3]

You're so comforting help- I like it here

[@RattusRattus]

🥺🥰tysm!!!! That’s really kind ❤️

[@maneskinnnnn7190]

omg yay I was waiting for this ahaha

[@questionablesock]

Great video!! I’m making a themed battle jacket for my college FMP in Art! This helped me plan out my layout and some cute little accessories and details!

[@RattusRattus]

Ooh that’s so exciting! Good luck on your project I’m sure it will be wonderful 🥰❤️

[@benzedrineboy]

I FREAKING LOVE THIS my gosh 🖤

[@angeldust7686]

💜Oh your sock shirt kicks butt! 🦇💜☠️🖤👽

[@angeldust7686]

💖Omg 😱 your jacket came out AMAZING! 🤩 well done…. I died at 🤣😂“ My neighbours are a fan of oonce , oonce music “🎶 🤣😂

[@SelfMadeMaeve]

I was fortunate enough to find a perfect white denim vest, and I dyed it black and red and am currently getting patches and stuffs for it!

[@RattusRattus]

Oooh awesome!!! That’s gonna look amazing - enjoy and good luck! 🥰

[@KatherineYoung]

This was lovely!

[@RattusRattus]

Thank you so much!!! ❤️❤️

[@invinciblesummer13]

the creativity?? the talent?? unmatched! also, idk if you’ve been to that bead store in our city (I won’t say the name/street in case you don’t like saying where you’re from online) but if you’re ever looking for a specific charm for pretty cheap they’re a good place to check!

[@RattusRattus]

Ahhh tysm!!! 🥰🥺🥳 so sweet!! And I think I know which one you mean maybe! (If it’s the one with tons of gems and in the basement , that ones so cool!) 🥰🥳

[@invinciblesummer13]

@@RattusRattus oooh I love that one too, its such a cool place!!✨ The one I’m thinking of is only like half a block from there! it’s really tiny but has containers of charms under the main displays, they’re labeled according to theme and stuff which is helpful haha

[@queer2k]

This is so fun. :) I fell in love with your shirt! I need to make one comment - The Smiths patch? Morrissey is kind of questionable as of late, so that might need some consideration. Its your jacket, you do you, I just wanted to interject that. Thanks for sharing this tutorial, I love seeing your creative process!

[@viviankong69]

hi omg ur so pretty AAAHHHHHH 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥰🥰🥰🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@sarahrussell741]

I think i just found my winter break project 🖤

[@cypress4668]

yay new upload!!!

[@annemiekleinloog7022]

Perfect timing i have a really old jacket i wanna fixxx so thankkk youuu

[@gammagoop]

keep coming back to this video to watch while i work on my own jacket :]

[@annemadison7258]

Brilliant video. I have recently been thinking of making a leather battle jacket.

[@RattusRattus]

Thank you so much! And good luck I hope it turns out awesome 🥳

[@HeavymetalHylian]

oh my god. When the video started I thought "that is the cutest little top!" and then you said you MADE IT out of SOCKS!!!! 😻😻😻

[@Nigredo1974]

Cool I like it. I'm making one to but, it's like a vest. You like the Cruxshadows. I use to really love them. Now my favorite is Diary of Dreams. ❤

[@yourlocalenbypunk84]

*screams* you’re so cool!!!

[@RattusRattus]

*Screams back* tysm !! 🥺

[@roy9666]

omg I love your style and the diy so creative

[@waterbeardealer]

You're such a cool person

[@pratter007]

I really like your Jacket. Your style is awesome. I have a tip maybe for the next time you could open up one of the seams on the inner lining. I´ve done this on the back of my Punk Jacket so I don´t sew the lining. And for me it makes it much easier to sew stuff on the arms (some parts even with the sewing machine). You could even add a zipper and have permanent access for changes and repair. Sorry english is not my first language.

[@slytherinsanka5157]

I have a ton of squirrel bone jewellery that I made (they drowned in a water tank and I fished them out) also your jacket is beautiful!

[@andih737]

During chemistry once, we were using those crocodiles clip things and my friend somehow put two on my hood without me noticing but I was to scared to give them back to my teacher the next day so I used them on my crust pants lol

[@handmadebyfashundoll1874]

very nice

[@thevikingwanderer2675]

I just placed my patches as I went. I used studs to line the patches instead. It looks cooler that way

[@viru_zzsquad7355]

Hey people person, I want to thank you for sharing your stuff, Now I started working on some patched jeans with the blouse of my dad. hope it turns out right :P

[@DanielleReedsReaction]

Nice video

[@travissekutt]

too cool

[@that_punk_fairy]

there is one way to do it wrong and that is by putting alt-right slogans on it, since that kinda goes against what alt fashion is

[@RattusRattus]

Good caveat!

[@SkyeID]

I just had a brain wave: I have a hard time pinning or sewing things onto my faux leather vest, and when I do wear the faux leather vest, it's usually during the colder months. I wonder if it would be helpful to get a vest made of denim or some kind of cotton that I just wear on top of the faux leather one, so I can sew patches and pins onto the cloth vest and avoid the headache of faux leather sewing. Then when the weather is hot, I could just wear the cloth vest without having to take the patches and pins off of the faux leather one.

[@RattusRattus]

This is genius !!!!

[@McGillicuddy849]

im jealous of the jacket i want it rn

[@Max_imum_gaming]

im making my first punk jacket and the first "patch" im putting on it is the part of the shoe u lace up that i just cut out but i think its really cool and im gonna lace it up and maybe put safety pins in it or something

[@RattusRattus]

Oooh i love that!!!! Reusing the grommets from a shoe !! Very creative idea - good luck with the rest of the jacket and hope u have fun making it 🥳

[@Max_imum_gaming]

@@RattusRattus thanks! ill try and have fun! it may take s couple bandsids tho