#punkwitch

[itsrachnime]

Hi, as some of you know my project Punk Witch is on webtoon,

from this day and onward NONE of my comic projects will ever be on webtoon again, due to their ridiculous censorship I've seen on there on long with their favorite.

I refuse to have my art there and from now on will have my art only on here and maybe twitter

I have twitter but don't like it due to it's toxic behavior and won't use it as much as my tumblr and Instagram.

[itsrachnime]

[a-gay-witch]

𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐋𝐄𝐉𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒

Finally uploading some of my notes on different parts of punk subculture! First and foremost: Battlejackets.

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also known as battle vests or cut offs

typically denim or leather vests/jackets which are decorated with patches, studs, pins and other embellishments that show off the wearer's interests, affiliations and political opinions

battle jackets are a staple of punk and metal fashion and are used to show off and honour beloved bands alongside political statements (more associated with Punk than Metal)

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During WW2, airforce pilots were known to decorate their flight jackets with images associating them to their squadron and later pop-culture iconography

this was a form of silent opposition to the levels of military command which aimed to create “faceless and replaceable soldiers” - Discorder Magazine

following the end of the war, many pilots joined motorcycle clubs as a way to relive the speed/adrenaline of flying

the sleeves of the jackets were often removed as they were restrictive when driving the motorbikes

members of these clubs would often wear their old flight jackets as biker jackets given the protection the materials provided

clubs/gangs typically didn’t get along and became known for their brawls which displayed their extreme devotion to their various clubs (possibly driven by the lack of mental health treatment following the war)

gangs would decorate their jackets with specific icons and colours to show their affiliation/loyalty to the group

bikers continued to decorate their jackets but moved away from painting the fabric (as it chipped off easily) to sewing patches on

this led to a movement towards denim jackets over leather as they were easier to sew

Punks became the first non-gang group to begin customising their jackets in such a way, leaning more towards band, pop-culture or political (in particular anarchic) iconography

given their popularity, general rock and metal fans quickly followed and it became a staple of these communities

punks often decorate jackets with pins, spikes, chains, anti-political statements and DIY mends

following the punk morals of DIY and avoiding capitalistic contribution: most jackets are thrifted/pre-owned

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https://shadow-squadron.com/2018/07/14/the-unlikely-origins-of-the-metal-battle-jacket/

https://www.citr.ca/discorder/october-november-2022/fight-back-in-a-battle-jacket/#:~:text=Battle.

https://honeykinsvintage.com/blogs/musings-of-a-vintage-trader/the-strange-rise-of-the-battle-jacket

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These notes aren't gonna be in any particular order, just short summaries of my research on whatever topic I happen to be into at the time. If you've any topic suggestions (in relation to punk) or anything I should add to my notes please let me know! I'm new to punk and hyperfixated on the subculture so this is my little way of exploring it <3

[a-gay-witch]

SO

as yall know, i’m new to punk. i hyperfixated on the subculture so i (as you do) started a document where i’m taking notes on different parts of punk. and to keep myself motivated to keep researching i’m gonna start posting my notes on here

when will this happen? hopefully tonight

if not it’ll be tomorrow !

maybe i should make a masterlist idk

but yeah slay

[einquinn]

#Inktober2019 #punkwitch #gothwitch https://www.instagram.com/p/B4LB9y4iu5Nr7CNTFtDYxFXo4WpKg6nyeE1rOw0/?igshid=61l9wn2dqpab

[prettyinpunkco]

I intended to post regular updates on stock levels and items that were close to selling out over the last two weeks but I just couldn't keep up with things in real time. These patches are *extremely* low in stock right now, as are the Queer Punk patches, so here's a little warning ☺ • #embroideredpatches #patchesandpins #patches #punkwitch #queerpunk #patchgame (at Pretty In Punk HQ) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwChDNlBvnB/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ykovy78e1bwv

[prettyinpunkco]

I haven't posted to the grid in a week and what a week it has been! The amount of support I've received from all corners of the internet has been amazing. I'm truly thankful to everyone who has placed an order, written cute notes at checkout, sent a sweet email or DM, and shared my posts. I didn't know what would happen when I launched the Final Sale but it's been very positive to date. • I'm still stuck in this twilight zone, however, dealing with no less than 3 different governments, moving home, closing up shop and wondering about what the future holds, i.e. where does future income come from. I'm diassociating HARD from what's going on and it feels very strange to even admit that. Until yesterday I didn't even realise it was what I was doing and now I know it's freaking me out a bit. It's reminiscent of the old days of deep and dark depression where I felt nothing at all. I'm excellent at distracting myself when the going gets tough but this feels like next level stuff. • Anyhoo, I wasn't sure exactly what to post to the grid over the past week as I didn't want to simply say BUY ALL THE THINGS PLEASE every single day, but I guess that's what I'm saying now hahahahah. The pictured patches are still in stock, some in very low quantities, and can also be bought in a bundle for a suuuuuuper low price of 3 for 11€. • A lot of patch and pin designs have sold out already so if you don't see something listed that's because it's already gone. Only those items that are still in stock are accessible from the home page and main menu, making it easier to scroll through everything. But as always if you have any questions just let me know! • • • • • #prettyinpunk #pastelpunk #punkwitch #queerpunk #patchaddict #patchgame #modernembroidery #patchcollection #patchcollector (at Pretty In Punk HQ) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvw8K-yl-oI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=311o0p5qk004

[prettyinpunkco]

I think I have just made my favourite banner EVER!!! For those, like me, who are petty little shits. If you swipe left you can see a close up of the banner - this one pictured is a gorgeous hot pink and might just stay in my room forever (if the cats don't destroy it first). • It will be available in a variety of colours, as well as both foil and glitter card stock. The card is lighter than the previous one used but is coated (laminated) so the glitter doesn't shed and this is amazing!!! It also looks as glittery as the un-coated version so no prettiness is lost. • As a side note I have been absent from IG for almost a week because I have trapped a nerve in my lower neck/shoulder/upper back area which is really painful AND I have acute stomach pain which has been persistent four days now. I suspect I have a stomach ulcer from all the stress in my life but I am yet to actually seek an official medical diagnosis. The worst part is I can't really drink coffee so I am like a zombie. Ugh. • • • • • • #witch #craft #witchcraft #diy #crafty #crafts #crafting #witchesofinstagram #handcrafted #witchy #maker #handcraft #makersgonnamake #occult #create #witches #goth #gothic #magick #magic #plant #plants #houseplants #houseplantclub #petty #pettyaf #prettyinpunk #pettyinpunk #punkwitch (at Potsdam, Germany)