Thinking about a new JACKET - Boro . Sashiko, Appliqué, Patchwork, all the techniques!

I think this project is going to be really interesting! I have been researching Japanese style stitching for some time now. The book I bought is called 'The Book of Boro' by Susan Briscoe and is a very good beginners guide. The rabbit hole I fell down shared with this guy • "Reflow" No.18 Boro Ki... and carried on with many more links - you know how that happens with KZbin! My ideas and thoughts for this garment change all the time and when I post about this agin I think you'll find I have changed my mind on many things!
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[@emmah6045]

"A garment without pockets is a waste" I feel exactly the same. Pockets are so useful.

[@damogranheart5521]

I like pockets that you can close as I seem to be able to loose things out of them. Love inside pockets! A garment w/out pockets is Aggrevating!!!

[@TariHuffaker]

Well, I would love to see the completed jacket. Has it faded away?

[@smoothride7841]

@@lauraahargreaves7783 depending how huge your hips😆😆🤣🤣🤣.

[@smoothride7841]

@@damogranheart5521 I love pockets with zipper & waaaaay deep inside😆

[@discoteach]

My husband sent me to help my stepdaughter buy some jeans. We found some that we thought were perfect, until she tried to put her hand in the pockets. They were fake! Astonished, she said, “Is that legal?!?” Your jacket will be fabulous. It’s such a treat when KZbinrs let us in on your thinking.

[@middlebury65]

can see the sparkle in your eyes about this project, yes, of course we will all follow along and I'm looking at my husband's jeans in a new way.

[@lindagunter8339]

Katie you do not know how much joy your video bring to me. Thanks

[@judithrussell4433]

Never cease to amaze me. I wish I could make clothes but I don't. I just love to quilt. But I will enjoy watching you with this jacket. I love listening to your train of thought.

[@Carylanne927]

OMG I am simply going to look forward to the progress you make on this lovely daily jacket. I haven't sewn any fashion for nearly 20 years, but I keep thinking it is time I make me something new. 24 years ago I made simple summer dresses for my then 2 and 6 yr gd. The 2 year olds' had so little material that I didn't have room for the two outer shirt pockets. Immediately when her mother gave her the dress and buttoned it up, Brittany cried. Kim ask asked her did she not like the pretty dress that Nana sent for her? Well, she said through teary 2 yrold speech that Meaghan's had poc pocs, OMG I made her pockets and sent them to my mother to sew onto the dress.

[@lindabecker4609]

I have just realized that we think alike. I always have to have several “different” projects going at the same time. My mind is always working on the “next” project. When I tried to work from a-z on one project, I get bored. When the pot is boiling is when my creativity is at its best! Go figure???!

[@dotlaing1085]

Saving the thread from the jeans…..why am I not surprised ? ❤️….Kate, I love your enthusiasm….hugs Dottie xx

[@annamalone2704]

You definitely have the makings for two jackets. A indigo jacket with a liberty scrap liner and a denim jacket with Indian block print liner. No wadding. The denim will be warmer then the indigo jacket. I’m sure they will work for 3 seasons of weather. Love all of what you do!

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

yes! yes! indigo dye bath! you must!🦌💌❤️📚🐑🪡👍🙏😍

[@lcostantino7931]

Oh YES, POCKETS on inside....!!!! Notice u don't worry about ea front side equal widths....... Excited to see finished product.. nnnn love design board.....

[@fernstew]

Ohmygoodness Kate...thank you for sharing this beautiful approach to recycling jeans and delightful fabrics. My pea brain is spinning. It's finally a lovely day here in Ohio so I had lunch with my youngest daughter and enjoyed just being together outside. I will see you soon. Imagine and live in peace.

[@annkathy257]

Brilliant use of your stash of materials! I love, love, love the recycle, repurpose, reuse techniques! Carry on! 💚🙂

[@lesleywalford4093]

Making the jacket reversible would be magic! Thank you for talking us through this project. I am tempted to try it myself!

[@marynimocks6791]

Don’t hide your wonderful strip patches! Indigo dyed lining would be perfect - no scratchy edges on your skin and all your wonderful piecing could be highlighted on the OUTSIDE! 👏👏👏

[@lynnmarieb3569]

Yes! do indigo dye on the inside. Yes! do pockets on the inside. Yes! feel the joy of the creative process - really enjoyed watching this video from across the pond. lynn / NC / USA.

[@bernicedeakins5043]

I'm so inspired now to make my own jacket. Thanks Kate! Have a wonderful Mother's Day

[@barbarajanerobinson1428]

I can't wait to see the finished jacket. I lived in Japan in the 50's and remember those jackets for different times of the year and were so comfortable. Many times they were made by hand. I remember the women wearing them over their kimonos. Such an awesome project!

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

has she finished it and i missed it?

[@kathymcguire8287]

What a wonderful quilt! I love the idea of entering it in the category for two people. ❤😊 Thank you for sharing.

[@pamscreative]

Thanks for letting us share in your thoughts as you devised your plan for this project. It’s most helpful indeed. I always am learning something new when I watch your videos. Bless you Kate.❤

[@deliaholliday1938]

How fantastic I have always loved your long coat so for you to make a jacket and show us how to do it is wonderful I can’t wait to see the next instalment thank you Kate keep safe

[@pansybeson1277]

Happy Mother’s Day from Canada.

[@melanienicholson2834]

a burning passion .....creative mindset. I have those from time to time when I'm creating a crazy quilt.

[@dawnlund1104]

Hi Kate! I love the idea of dyeing your sample cotton for the inside of your jacket. This is going to be fun! But- please don’t call your wadding “batting”. I’m from America. That’s our word. I love YOUR words! Don’t change for us ; we love you just the way you are. 💕❤️

[@estherrubin867]

Kate, you’re glowing with enthusiasm for this project. I can’t wait to see where you are with it in the next video.

[@jillychandler]

I love your coat of many colours! I think dye the cotton for the lining, as your strips of different fabrics are so lovely, and they would not be seen inside of course, so this would be a waste I feel? I love the design, how about making it reversable too? xxx

[@lillyjunke9395]

W😂w so awesome 😂❤😂 W😂w Beautifully thought out and I look forward to seeing it in fruition, thank u.❤L

[@patblood6384]

What a fantastic project! Add in your obvious enthusiam and you can't miss your enjoyment in what you are creating....makes for a very "good for you" video. Stay happy - no matter what it will be a beautiful jacket that the rest of us of envy!

[@l.m.o.8948]

Oh Kate I love it. It’s all about “creating”. Perhaps use that beautiful blue strip fabric as your inside pockets. Even no full liner to keep it light. I will enjoy the journey as well. 🇨🇦

[@victoriaratajeski6843]

Back in the 80's my aunt made me a jacket with pieces of polyester fabric all sewn together.It was fun to wear,but occasionally someone would say I was wearing a clown coat! Your jean coat sounds like fun! Can't wait to see the final result!

[@marjanwolfs6273]

People who tell you that you are wearing a clown coat are usely very boring. And don't wear something special by themself.

[@julieh4816]

Oh Kate, on the outside it would look lovely to mix denim patched with the liberty blocks and an indigo inside..... stitched with sashiko! Think we all have visions of creating one. All those blues are so cooling and calming. Can't wait to see this come together! Don't hide that liberty away, wear it like a badge of honour!

[@helentucker2060]

I love 💕 this tutorial!! I just found it today. March 19, 2024! Thank you so much for sharing your journey!!! Rabbit holes are my absolute favourite things. I have deconstructed many jeans over the last few years. I have saved most of the pocket fronts for quilt labels. They are hard to hand stitch down but they are so unique!!!! I must get back to scrolling to see how your jacket turned out!!!!

[@lynnemartin2291]

This was really cool. Love to see a creative mind go wild and have a fun time. This jacket will be terrific. 🤗🤗🤗

[@maryannharlow5172]

Oh Kate, I am always happy to see all your new projects. Great imagination.

[@villagesteader3552]

The old hippie in me sees that denim and I would be embroidering a bit! When we make things there is always something about it that only you know…wear it anyway because nobody else will see what you see in it! Love ya Kate♥️

[@aliciaquintano6506]

Rabbit hole projects are so wonderful. I love that feeling of finding something new that is so enjoyable and intriguing at the same time. I will enjoy following the jacket on its journey :) Oh, inside pockets! Great idea!

[@anthonymorgan4510]

👋 i hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity love and peace ❤️🕊️🕊️ all over the world 🙏🌍🌎 I'm originally from California currently living in San Francisco and you where are you from if i may ask?....

[@iamwhatiam4075]

I agree! This is so great!

[@katehenry2718]

You WIN!! You are saving the pulled threads. Extra points for YOU ))))). Your quilter's eye shows up really well with the placement of the shades of blue and their shapes. Really really nice. It will be a joy to wear. ))

[@greencheek5056]

I've gone down the Pinterest rabbit hole from time to time on recycled denim. I love recycled denim jackets and denim embellishments. Denim feathers, flowers, lace, pockets made of woven hems, attaching the leather brand label, etc. Perhaps pinned flowers made from recycled ties? I am just a dreamer. Full of ideas but I'm too disorganized to make or complete anything. I Love watching your thought process as you design and craft. Thank you very much.

[@catherinelittle2118]

When a creative mind captures an idea there is no stopping it. Well done Kate on this latest borrow jacket project. It has sparked such enthusiasm and motivation and you look absolutely wonderful with the joy of it.

[@smallfootprint2961]

I love when that creative light goes on, and takes over your life, and time. You're going to have a coat of memories that gives all your well loved jeans a new life. So exciting. Have fun, and thanks for letting us peek in from the lime green sofa. We're cheering you on.

[@heiditagge5776]

Wonderful to make a jacket. Here’s USA Today is Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day to you, Kate ❤️💐

[@maltieclairem2789]

What a lovely lady you are. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful process and progress. Now I need to watch the whole series of videos.

[@madelifegood]

i love this. brings me back to my youth, making purses and quilts form old clothes. never know there was an actual name for it. Can't wait to see the journey come about. Thank you for sharing this with all of us on the lime green sofa.

[@frontofficed.burnell-power6288]

It sounds like you have the ideas for 5 different coats all at once. I so understand!!! When we get these downloads its hard to separate them into discreet projects. Lovely to watch and resonate with the process.

[@emilychadwick3857]

I just love the way you think outside the box. I look forward to watching your jacket to to fruition. 🥰💕🌷

[@marianneknapp4846]

My Great Grandmother made my Mum's dresses a matching one for her dolls and one for her bear ❤️

[@cristinamarcovecchio1852]

Me encantó. Yo me hice unos jeans y le borde sashiko en los bolsillos ❤

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

This video inspired me so much, as I sew all of my own clothes. I dream of the day that I am retired (from teaching elementary art) and I can immerse myself in projects like this. Thank you for all you do to spark creativity!

[@alimartinez395]

Wow, that's great that you so all of your own clothes. But I have trouble getting mine to fit right and like Kate said a lot of times there's something about them that I don't like. I guess I'm too picky. I hope you get your heart's desire to have more time to play with fabric

[@dianebeckett5453]

oh Kate i love the feeling when you get the buzz of a new project! especially one that takes over every thought and spare moment. have just bought a book on the stitching style as something i want to try. Your enthusiasm has got me thinking ......hmmmm a summer evening jacket! i did try one last year out of a kantha quilt. but it turned out rather like a dressing gown, so your reference to thi made me smile.... maybe i will dig that out and have another try. thanks for the inspiration, i look forward to seeing you wearing it!

[@emilysartcart]

A summer jacket! Love the idea!

[@dianeindorf797]

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[@carolnash5617]

Your jacket is going to be marvelous!! Isn't it a wonderful thing when you can enjoy a project as much as you have this one! Will be watching!!

[@DianaLDiehl]

I like the way you think, lady! The morphing, the evolution of plan. Can't wait to see what develops.

[@dawnlunn2405]

SAVE THE THREAD.....oh Dear Kate you are the ultimate recycler! Your jacket layout is fabulous. Absolutely love the Sashiko patterning for your stitches. You are a true inspiration. Blessings.

[@theresasuttle711]

I love this idea! I believe the indigo dying is perfect for the inside and your eyes shined when you got the idea, so I think you do too! Love what’s going on so far. Can’t wait to watch it evolve! Thank you for sharing!

[@louiselourensz9256]

It's really inspirational. I have been wondering what to do with old garment and jeans, rather than just throwing them out. 👏👏👏

[@vivianvivian4672]

Hello there; what an exciting project - you never disappoint. You've got me all geared up to do this also. So, I'll be coming along with you, and so many others I'm sure. And, yes, definitely agree that you should dye the lining indigo. Dear Kate, have a lovely day, kiss the kitties for me (my two, Esme and Piper, also send kisses to you and yours), and stay well.

[@peggyramirez368]

What a delightful, useful project! I love when a project grabs me and won't let go!!!

[@JoAnnGoldenberg]

The fun part of watching this is seeing your excitement! I hope you will update us often. 💕

[@betrisherninox2865]

What an inspiration! I stumbled on your video by accident and I'm *so* glad I did! Years ago, I made a two bomber jackets out of rugby fleece. Before completing them as two garments, I decided to stitch them together as one and stuff them with quilt wadding. That was the warmest and most comfortable garment I've ever worn. More recently, I find I need a warm coat for winter. I'm imagining your denim idea lined with some pretty pieced fabrics and stuffed with quilt wadding. Thank you *so* much! I'd lost my sewing mojo, but I feel it coming back. :)

[@christinephillips2069]

Make do and mend that’s what my grandmother had to do in the war as did a lot of families, now we are learning again not to throw things away and learning to mend again x

[@patriciahadley6250]

A lovely project for Spring! It reminds me of the coat I made while pregnant ( in another lifetime ). It was roomy, rather shapeless, and completely comfortable. It wasn’t denim, but that would make a great 3-season version. I’ve been collecting old jeans. Didn’t know what I was going to do with them. This may be a come-a-long after all!

[@tonikreicbergs4822]

Such a great idea. Looking forward as you progress and such great ideas for lining and pockets. When looking for a jacket or sweater “pockets” are important for me. You are differently on roll with this idea.

[@juliemiller9258]

I too am inspired with these Japanese techniques and mixing of the cultures with fabrics from a different trip full of memories. Love the process!

[@bridgetjones8339]

I love that someone else goes back and forth with ideas, and brainstorming not sure of which way to go or where to start! 😊 can’t wait to see what you decide😉

[@margaretstanton7567]

Such a fun, creative project! Love the no-waste, recycle principles you live by!

[@jeaneford6895]

What an interesting project, Kate. I was just pondering making a new shirt out of a pile of old shirts I no longer wear. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@sarahnortheastenglanduk6276]

Kate , I LOVE your videos! Your enthusiasm & thoughts rub off & make me think that even I could accomplish it. Thankyou!💗🤓👍

[@doreenwatson-read]

I love watching the Japanese Chinese sewing techniques, your jacket is going to be fabulous, I cannot wait to see the finished article.🧡👏👏👏👍

[@alysonbuttonstone]

I love this project so much! One cautionary note: I just watched a sashiko tutorial the other day, and the expert said that hand-dyed indigo is infamous for bleeding onto skin and/or clothing. Maybe there are ways to "set" the color so that won't happen....Can't wait to see this on you. In fact, it's totally "you" !!!!

[@kimwilhelm9226]

Boro has popped up in lots of my feeds lately. It looks interesting and I've wanted to learn more. I'll be following your journey with much interest!!!!

[@susanzeiter3850]

Thank you for talking through your process. That is so personal. I am grateful you are willing to share.

[@susanchesworth9705]

Book of Boro by Susan Brisco, such a knowledgeable lady when it comes to Japanese needlecrafts. An exciting project, looking forward to seeing how it goes. It will be a lovely jacket when you are finished

[@bethliebman8169]

Such fun to be taken along on your imagining with this new jacket project! I like the up-cycled theme. I have done some Sashiko embroidery in the past. I hope you can include this in your final version. Always love your videos.

[@melmermerrihew9268]

Clever! What fun to see you work this out! Its hard to stop once you have some ideas, it's exciting to see where this will lead! I think we all needed this wonderful project to give us something fun and inspiring to think about. Thank you for taking us with you, what fun!

[@micheleanderson3364]

Love this woman! Wish she was my next door neighbor.❤

[@vondon1017]

Great watching your thought process. Loving the jacket and can't wait to see it finished .

[@girlinthebookstore]

Haha! Of course, no sooner had you said "I think a garment without pockets is..." my thoughts went "...an absolute waste of time!". Lo and behold! "a waste" was repeated back to me. I love that funny intuitive nature of crafty women - when do we not want pockets? Never! That's when!

[@lyndasmith593]

That jacket is an excellent idea. I can see it being done with really bright sort of Japanese Chinese type of patterns. I also especially love how your pick your cat up is one solid unit. One hand on the chest one on the rump then you transport her to where she needs to be and she remains that way 😺😺😺😺😺

[@Annascraftyamore]

What a fabulous project Kate, love the Sashiko stitching and adding pops of the indian fabrics looking forward to watching the process 🙋🏻‍♀️💜

[@ruthhill5311]

I was mesmerized with this video and can’t wait to see the rest of the project! I’ve really been drawn towards repurposing fabrics lately. So many beautiful creations! Thank you!

[@thatgirlinokc3975]

Cat Rita is always nearby 💙

[@judithspencer7246]

Kate You look so good. Back to your old self. Love this jacket Judy Spencer

[@francessnider7437]

I absolutely love this! It is wonderful to be absorbed in such a creative project, and I thank you, Kate, for taking us along on this journey. I’m excited and inspired by it… hm, I do have several pairs of old jeans around…..

[@imogenethomas1138]

Kate! I’m so excited for this project! I’m plopping my self down on the lime green sofa to be sure I don’t miss a minute of this process. I’ve been wanting to make myself something similar for years.

[@nicolebeauchamp7622]

Love this idea. Not only for the enjoyment value but ethically you hit the nail. I'm looking forward to following this project.

[@melaniemonti8115]

Kate, I stumbled on your page and I'm so inspired. I would like to make a suggestion about your jacket lining: choose a slippery lining fabric so you can easily put the jacket on and off. I quilt and make some of my clothes and several years ago I made a jacket using a sweatshirt as the base/pattern. I picked the sweatshirt apart into sections. Then I cut strips of various flannel fabrics into various widths and then stitched them together with the seams on the outside and having an exaggerated seam width of 1/2" to 3/4". This was done so I could clip the seams and "rag" them when finished. I then sewed the flannel to the sweatshirt sections by topstitching 1/2" from the flannel seams of all the pieces. Then the excess flannel was trimmed to the sweatshirt edge and then the sweatshirt was sewn back together. I made the lining from crepe back satin so it would be slippery to take on and off, added a zipper on the front edge, and bound all the raw edges (sleeves and around bottom edge up around the neck and down the front) with ultra suede. I receive compliments when I wear this jacket and it is machine washable and dryable. Maybe reading my process of construction will help you with your project! Regards from Birmingham, Alabama, USA.

[@sharonarrendale2724]

I can’t wait to see your jacket! I think that it is going to be beautiful. Yes, I think that a jacket or sweater has to have pockets. ❤️

[@lisbethbula2195]

Love this idea. I made a gardening apron for myself out of two pairs of jeans from a thrift store. Earlier I also made a cover for my sewing machine from an old pair of jeans I used to wear. And the boro and sashiko interests me greatly and I want to try some simple sashiko soon. It will be interesting following this project! Lisbeth from Norway.

[@AnitaSouthall]

Yes I need a gardening apron, certainly I reuse and recycle ♻️ much denim from my wardrobe and thrift stores.

[@AnitaSouthall]

I am keen on the indigo dye liner. then a binding from the strip pieces, .pockets from the Indian ones.

[@debbiestallard694]

Might be fun to sew one or more of the decorative jeans pockets on your fun fabric and put them on your pockets. A pocket on your pockets!🪡🪡🪡

[@susanalston7941]

Been binge watching your videos and came across your May 16 2021 video where you shared all of your mother's beautiful quilt tops. I mainly cross stitch and embroider and just started English paper piecing, but so want to try my hand at quilting. I hope you are able to finish your mom's quilts and share them with us. What a tribute that would be. Thanks for sharing your talents with us!

[@DS-ky9dl]

I love this project. It's a great way to use pieces of leftover fabric, ending up with a very useful item. I think by the time that you are done it will be way different, and I can't wait!

[@dianavoermans]

What a wonderful project! So lovely to see you getting lost in in 🤩🤩 the sashiko tecnique is really something for you, I am sure of it. The end result will be great. Keep us tagging along 😄😘😘

[@carolmc1744]

Jacket is looking good already ... the floral Indian fabrics might look great as binding around the neck and fronts!! Thanks for allowing us to join your journey!!

[@loraineh59]

Om goodness.......loving this .......xxx

[@glynismarsh4532]

I love watching your creative process and thank you for bringing us all along for the ride. Now I’m wondering if I have a pile of old jeans somewhere. No I know I’m still wearing mine so I could check out the thrift shops. I think conserving old fabrics and remaking them into new clothing is the wave of the future.

[@robynw6307]

You always introduce me to such new and fascinating art forms from around the world. Thank you, Kate. I'm planning on trying some sashiko in the near future.

[@KaringOne]

What an amazing project. I am in awe of your creativity. Thanks for sharing the journey with all of us on the lime green sofa.

[@marylynnlucas3918]

How wonderful to get lost in your creative mind. It is right up there with curling up with a good book.

[@marjorysmith2340]

Kate, you are fearlessly creative! I love this project. I think the indigo lining and inside pockets will be great. I can't wait to see how it all comes to fruition.

[@createwithbarbbl4125]

Love love love this. I've always loved Japanese fabrics and techniques, can't wait to see how you get on with your incredible project. And I so agree that it is completely addictive.

[@martinagraham3792]

Whatever technique you pick, the jacket will be fun and fabulous. Love to join you on your creative journey.

[@susannagiesey9657]

Wonderful ideas. Love that you're being thoughtful and not rushing in.

[@evelynfrench804]

Love your project! I love the creative process, and your mind is so full of creative thoughts. Thank you for sharing. I’m here for your journey. ❤️