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Uncategorized · March 21, 2016

Bowie Inspired Blazer

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com

My friends Ari and Kat, the masterminds behind Sew Geeky, are hosting a sewing series to pay homage to the great and late David Bowie.

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.comSince Nat was a baby, I’ve been wanting to make her a blazer. After finding this black and white striped number Bowie wore, I decided now was the perfect time to finally cross that “to do” off my list.

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com

I used the Basic Blazer pattern by Blank Slate Patterns because a. I’ve used it before for my boys and I know it sews up great, and b. I felt like it gave the structure this blazer needed.

It’s been years since I sewed it, so it was kind of fun to go through the familiar steps again.

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com

I pieced the lapel together like so, to imitate the detail Bowie had on his lapel.

It’s not an exact replica, of course, but my hope was to achieve a likeness.

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com

I used a lightweight denim for the lining and a the thinner version of this striped IKEA fabric for the outer fabric, which they very sadly no longer carry (at least not online). It’s a nice sturdy, heavyweight material, almost canvas like, so I only had to add interfacing to the welt pockets.

Instead of a label, I decided to add a copper pleather heart as a design detail to the lining. She’ll likely be the only one to wear it, so I’m not too concerned about listing the size.

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.comIf you’re wondering though, it’s the 2T size. I simply lengthened the sleeve to 4T. It fits great, with room to spare…

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com

I honestly wanted to make the blazer a little more feminine than it turned out. I added slight shaping to the back, plus a back seam and then I shortened it, but my alterations proved to be too subtle. I thought about adding darts or maybe a ruffle to the back, but…ah well, I love it as is and she does too! I call it her “boyfriend blazer” so it works. 😉

I styled it simply for this photoshoot, but I think it will go great with skirts, shorts, and dresses for spring and hopefully autumn if she doesn’t grow too much! She tends to grow tall rather than out, so this might be a cropped blazer before long.

Bowie Inspired Blazer // www.deliacreates.com

As a child of the 80’s, I grew up during a time infused with the genius of David Bowie. I spent my childhood being petrified of him in Labyrinth (ha!) and progressed to appreciating the timeless, boundless quality of his music into adulthood. He will be missed!

For more David Bowie sewing inspiration, check out the Sew Geeky blog!

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  1. Audrey says

    March 21, 2016 at 10:07 AM

    So cute and your stripe matching is soooooooo fantastic.

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    • Delia says

      March 21, 2016 at 3:50 PM

      Thank you Audrey! <3 🙂

      Reply
  2. Michelle says

    March 21, 2016 at 7:41 PM

    I was loving that stripe matching on the lapel too!!
    This is so fantastic. What a lovely way to remember a great artist.

    Reply
    • Delia says

      March 22, 2016 at 9:04 PM

      Thanks Michelle! <3

      Reply
  3. Charity says

    March 22, 2016 at 12:59 AM

    Ooh, I love that lapel detail! How fun! I like the heart on the inside too. =)

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    • Delia says

      March 22, 2016 at 9:04 PM

      It’s my favorite part too. Thanks Charity!

      Reply
  4. Michele says

    March 22, 2016 at 5:17 AM

    You did an amazing job of matching up the stripes. The jacket looks amazing. Cheers, Michele

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    • Delia says

      March 22, 2016 at 9:05 PM

      Well thank you Michele! xo, Delia

      Reply
  5. kristin says

    March 22, 2016 at 6:24 PM

    Eep she is so cute! love the stripes. Clearly she loves it too!

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    • Delia says

      March 22, 2016 at 9:00 PM

      Thanks Kristin! I know! I’m glad she’s a fan. You just never know the older they get.

      Reply
  6. Melissa says

    April 2, 2016 at 6:00 PM

    Love the way this turned out!

    Reply

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