Saturday, February 23, 2013

Upcycled Military Uniform iPad Case

Made an Ipad case for a friend using old military uniform.



Back
pocket with button closure


Front with button closure, with pocket





added rings to the sides so she could also use it as a purse


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  1. search2successdotcomMarch 9, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    That looks very cool. I have never thought of doing this and have lots of cool designs i can use. Thank you very much.
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  2. With A BlastMarch 13, 2013 at 2:53 AM

    This is so unique! Your friend must be thrilled :-) Thank you for sharing this at the ALL MY BLOGGY FRIENDS party!

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  3. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 13, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Thank you Linda! It was fun linking with you n seeing all those creative projects of others, I m not even an amateur compared to them haha :)

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  4. Nell EscalanteMarch 19, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    This is great! I did something similar to ths a couple years ago but not for an iPad. Good job! and I love how you prettified it with the lining.

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 19, 2013 at 9:32 AM

      thank you Nelesc! i plan on making a few more for friends and family for when i go visit them. and next time i will embroider on them too to make it more personal

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  5. Cranberry MorningMarch 19, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    Isn't that so clever! Great job - and I love it!

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  6. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 3:59 PM

    So cute...I love it. Please consider coming over and sharing it at my link party that will begin on Thursday evening around 7pm....@ The Patriotic Pam (www.thepatrioticpam.com)!
    I know my military readers will LOVE it as well!!!
    Pam @ The Patriotic Pam

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 19, 2013 at 5:09 PM

      Awww thank you very much Pam! I would LOVE to share it at ur link party thursday!

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  7. Stampin' VMG206March 20, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    What a great idea! I love the bright girly inside :)
    I'm visiting you today at Southern Lovely's Linky. I hope you can visit my blog and leave a comment, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206
    www.vmg206.blogspot.com

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  8. Cherished Handmade TreasuresMarch 20, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Terrific idea. Thanks for linking up at the Whatever Wednesday party.

    Sandy
    Cherished Handmade Treasures

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 21, 2013 at 9:07 AM

      thank you for the compliment and stopping by! i enjoyed linking with you!

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  9. JustineMarch 20, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    Stopping by from the Whatever Wednesday Blog Hop. Thanks for sharing! http://queenofsavings.com

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 21, 2013 at 9:09 AM

      Thank you Justine for stopping by my blog! frugal living is awesome! :)

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  10. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    So cool! I'm an army brat, so I really love this!

    Navy Wifey Peters @ Submarine Sunday Link Party
    http://www.usscrafty.blogspot.com/2013/03/submarine-sunday-23.html

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 21, 2013 at 9:13 AM

      Thank you sooo much Tonna! I am heading over to your party and link up this project! :)

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  11. mail4roseyMarch 21, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Oh, it's cute. I like it. :)
    I'm visiting today from Linkin' with my Ladies. :)

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 21, 2013 at 11:21 AM

      Thank you for the compliment! and thank you for stopping by again! i love returning guests! :)

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  12. AmyMarch 21, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    Great upcycle! It looks fab x

    And thanks for linking up to And Sew We Craft Together x

    Amy x
    www.andsewwecraft.com

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  13. Carrie @ My Favorite FindsMarch 22, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    This is a so cool! THanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.

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  14. MaytagNMomMarch 22, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    The ultimate in upcycling! Very cute use of camo!

    Touche!

    Thank you for sharing with the rest of us! Always great to see creative minds at work. :)

    Visiting from Weekend Show Off @ LadyBirdLn linky party
    Smiles,
    Suz @MaytagNMom
    NW Illinois
    Link To My Party Project This Week

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 22, 2013 at 11:22 AM

      Thank you so much Suz!!! i have loads more upcycling with camo, i will link them up so u can check them all out :)

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  15. DomesticSuperhero.comMarch 22, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    What a great upcycle! Thanks for sharing this on Domestic Superhero Sharing Thursday Link Party!

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 22, 2013 at 4:03 PM

      Thank you very much! and thanks for visiting again! :)

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  16. Bree @ Twinkle in the EyeMarch 22, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    Love upcycling there should be more of it.

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 24, 2013 at 2:00 PM

      Thank you Bree! I love upcycling, and have been trying to do more of it too!

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  17. Shannon BarefootMarch 24, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    very clever :)
    Shannon @ Sewing Barefoot

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICMarch 24, 2013 at 2:00 PM

      Thank you Shannon (again) and i love returning visits! :)

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  18. Savor The BakingMarch 24, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    This is a great idea. I pinned it to one of my boards a few days ago.

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  19. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    Adore it! Very creative.
    Darly

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  20. TheresaMarch 28, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    This is a great idea! I love re-purpose projects. Thanks for sharing & linking up @ Inspiration Spotlight at DearCreatives.com. Hope your having a great week!!

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  21. Chelsea B.April 1, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Great idea! I’d love for you to check out our Pattern Party! Those with free patterns and templates to share are invited to link up!

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  22. SimplySweetsbyHoneybee{Melissa}April 1, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    You're so great at upcycling. I wish my brain thought this way.

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICApril 2, 2013 at 2:41 PM

      Melissa, thank you so much! I didn't used to be creative, lol just have to do alot of research and get inspired :)

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  23. LeroyLimeApril 7, 2013 at 10:00 PM

    another fantastic sewing project...this would be a HUGE hit where I am currently! :) Thanks for linking up to Showy Sunday www.leroylime.blogspot.com

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICApril 8, 2013 at 4:56 PM

      awww.. thank you AGAIN Dawn! you are such a sweet person! i think camo stuff is always "cool" just like denim stuff ya know? and more durable too!

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  24. Pam @Threading My WayApril 11, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    Another great refashion!!! Great idea to add the rings so it can be used as a purse.

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    1. Mandy @HKCHICApril 12, 2013 at 8:46 AM

      This was actually made for a friend/client, she saw my tablet case and really wanted one with the rings for a strap. :)

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