The Rambo Project: This Pug's Leaving No Treats Behind!

Monday, June 30, 2014

Wheee I've got something fun to start off your Monday!  I hope you've all been following along with The Rambo Project if not you've totally missed out so allow me to catch you up.  The Rambo Project is the brainchild of the smart & super crafty SeamstressErin.  You see she's got connections, the kind of connections that gets you the goods.  And what exactly are these goods?...

Only a whole lotta fabric used in the movie RAMBO III!!!!   

Photo Source: SeamstressErin

You can read the full story behind the madness here.  The fabric was used as turbans in the movie. Erin asked me and several other bloggers if we would be willing to take a turban and sew it up into something awesome.  Well of course I would!!  I was only 11 when the movie first released and I'm almost positive my Dad was one of the first to rent it.  Funny story, one of the first things that pops into my mind when I think of Rambo, my old high school principal.  I remember going to the video store with my parents around the time when Rambo was popular. (yes there was such a time, and DVDs were a thing of the future). I seen, who would soon be in a few years, my high school principal renting movies and what movie did I see in his hand?? Rambo!  I thought to myself, "Whooaa he likes Rambo! I bet he's an awesome principal(and turns out he was).  At that time it absolutely blew my grade school mind that a school principal would be into guns and violence.  I thought teachers only read books and ate nothing but apples.  Oh to be young and naive again!  Present self, I only remember bits and pieces of the movie so of course I went right out and rented it.  I had to see those turbans in action.  Yeah I doubt ol' Sly actually touched the fabric himself but looks like he got pretty dang close!


I knew that I wanted to make something with this fabric that I could and would wear all the time. You may find me walking up to complete strangers  "Hey like my pants? Yeah!? Well you may have seen them in the movies.  They ARE famous and all!"

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The fabric is some kind of weird stretchy linen type complete with stains and burn holes (from explosions and shit!)  Each end had stripes and there was quite a lot of fabric to work with.

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After much backlash from the brother in laws, (they said, nooo way dude, don't cut up that fabric! It'll be worth millions one day)  I decided to use Grainline's Maritime shorts pattern.  I had just enough of the solid blue fabric for a complete pair and was successful in cutting around the stains and most of the burn holes. I do have a small hole on the front of the pants but it just adds character and credibility to my story.  I used the stripes for the front pockets and for chevron butt pockets...

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The added stretch in the fabric makes these pants sooo comfy. God I'm in love with these pants. I've worn them nearly every day.  The pattern has become a TNT for me and have already made another pair.  I'm saving a review for a future post because there are other things I really need to address here from watching the movie.  I wasn't really tuned into the whole plot, something about Rambo on some rescue mission in Afghanistan, but the one thing I did notice that Rambo was missing throughout the movie, besides a shower, was a sidekick.  Batman had Robin, Zorro had his horse and Spongebob has Patrick so only fitting that Rambo have a furry sidekick to sniff out all the enemies. Without further ado I give to you Pugbo.

 vito growl

Wipe that snarl off your face Vito.  Pugbo was the best I could come up with.
(Feel free to click on any picture to enlarge for full scale hilariousness!)

vito hungry

PicMonkey CollageVito3 

A few moments later...
PicMonkey CollageVito
PicMonkey Collage Vito2
foundit

Thanks Pugbo, if it wasn't for your keen eye I may have stepped in that hole and broke my ankle.  Your my hero!


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47 comments

  1. NillaJune 30, 2014 at 5:14 AM

    Fabulous shorts and fabulous Pugbo! :D

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  2. Sew Little TimeJune 30, 2014 at 5:36 AM

    i love your shorts and Pugbo is amazing!

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  3. MaciNicJune 30, 2014 at 6:00 AM

    Brilliant!

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  4. Jean McPhersonJune 30, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    You have been very creative with this fabric. I love the chevron pockets on the back, and your pug is adorable.

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  5. tanyamaileJune 30, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    Omg those shorts are so awesome!!! So is Pugbo! You are totally rocking that Rambo fabric! Perfection!

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  6. Mrs. SmithJune 30, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    That poor dog. LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I love this! He looks quite happy to be your sidekick!

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  7. thequirkypeachJune 30, 2014 at 10:36 AM

    Great use of the stripes on the pockets!!! And those pug photos are fan-freakin-tastic! :)

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  8. Rochelle NewJune 30, 2014 at 12:09 PM

    Bahahaha! OMG Vito's face! I'm dying! I can't even think about how amazing your shorts are because Heeellloooooo! Doggy in a bandana!! <3 <3 <3 (...but seriously, your shorts are amazing)

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  9. misscrayolacreepyJune 30, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    I am dying over the first Vito picture!!!!!! Your shorts are awesome, but Vito is such a scene stealer, I can't stop looking at him! xo

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  10. ozzyblackbeardJune 30, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    Oh my goodness! Pugbo, I love you!! Your shorts are brilliant, I love the chevrons on the back pockets; but, come on, Pugbo! Lynne

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  11. Beth ByrgeJune 30, 2014 at 3:08 PM

    Looooove the peek of stripes on the front pockets...gonna steal that one!

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  12. Cheryl BlondinJune 30, 2014 at 3:35 PM

    Love everything about this!

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  13. MarrieBJune 30, 2014 at 3:51 PM

    Your shorts are great, perfect use of the turban fabric, but Pugbo is the best! Vito is such a good sport. :)

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  14. stevieJune 30, 2014 at 6:07 PM

    Those shorts are wicked and I love Vito's outfit! Why do pugs look so awesome dressed up? I promised myself I would never dress Pixel up but he looked so cute as a Christmas pudding!
    Great use of the turban I say!

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  15. Kathy SewsJune 30, 2014 at 6:18 PM

    Ohhhhh Pugbo, you're my hero!! And those shorts are great, too :)

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  16. BusyLizzieJune 30, 2014 at 11:35 PM

    Cool! The shorts are awesome, but I am afraid that Pugbo has totally stolen the limelight!!

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  17. ShamsJuly 1, 2014 at 12:53 AM

    Very cute shorts, Shanni! An excellent use of the stripe.

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  18. Rosie WednesdayJuly 1, 2014 at 1:18 AM

    Wow, these shorts are so wearable! What a great use of the Rambo fabric. The Pugbo montage was a total delight!

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  19. GingerJuly 1, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    Vitooooooooooooo!!!!! AHHHHHH!!!! He looks so cute!!! I love your shorts, too! Clever use of the fabric, dude!

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  20. gracie327July 1, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    Fantastic shorts! Pugbo is the ULTIMATE sidekick!

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  21. HeatherJuly 1, 2014 at 12:34 PM

    I love Pugbo!! Awesome shorts too, it's amazing what you can do with a turban! Pugbo's outfit is adorable too! It's amazing what these little pugs are willing to do to keep us entertained.

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  22. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    Thanks Nilla! Pugbo sends many licks.

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  23. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:33 PM

    Thanks! Pugbo is pretty great!

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  24. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:33 PM

    :)

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  25. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    Thanks Jean! I really like these shorts and was worried about attracting attention to my behind with chevron pockets but I really think they turned out well.

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  26. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    Thanks!! Pugbo sends his love!

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  27. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    I know! Poor Vito. I'm always subjecting him to various things for laughs. But I secretly think he likes all the attention. :)

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  28. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    Vito thanks you much with snots and kisses.

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  29. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    I can't believe I actually got those photos of him. I had to be really fast!

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  30. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    haha isn't he hilarious!? That snarl was perfect!

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  31. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    Pugbo sends many licks your way!

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  32. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    :)

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  33. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    Thanks!!

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  34. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:39 PM

    He is!! I think the treats have a lot to do with it. ;)

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  35. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    I can't help myself but to dress him up for a good laugh every now and then. I don't think he minds too much because he loves the attention. :)

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  36. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    Thanks! Vito sends his love!

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  37. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    I'm afraid that was Pugbo's plan all along! lol!

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  38. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    Thank you!!

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  39. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    Thanks! I've gotten lots of wear out of them! I can't say as much for Vito and his bandana. haha!

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  40. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:43 PM

    Thanks!! Vito is quite the ham!

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  41. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:43 PM

    He sure is!! :)

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  42. ShanniLoves...July 1, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    They are so fun! When I get that outfit out he gets all excited like he can't wait to get it on. haha! I know he loves the attention.

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  43. tinygoldenpinsJuly 2, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    One word: ADORABLE!

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  44. Tempest DevyneJuly 7, 2014 at 12:48 AM

    I was blown away at the shorts (that is one tricky stretchy fabric) and you've made n awesome pair of shorts from it.....but frankly my dear you and your shorts have been totally upstaged by Pugbo, love those buttons and the attitude. Awesome :)

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  45. Gwen GyldenegeJuly 7, 2014 at 1:22 PM

    Brilliant! Love the shorts and love the Pugbo story. Well done!

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  46. GjeometryAugust 1, 2014 at 11:35 AM

    OMG!! I love this post on so many levels! What a fantastic idea for a sewalong and you 'killed' it!! The shorts are fabulous, the striped pockets inspired and a lovely design detail. They fit you so well too! And, Pugbo!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have no words. Kitty bows to the master of theatre ceremonies. Thank you Pugbo for making my day. (ps, I have a pic to send you of a dress I bought that a sewist in Montreal sewed....yes, it is Rambo related, I think I'll IG it and tag you and Erin).

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  47. Photo GirlSeptember 3, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    I love your shorts, and the pug get up is pretty awesome too.

    http://www.point101.com/create-photo-book

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