Hello Refashion Co-op. Spring is here and it is warming up where I live. I am trying to focus on spring projects. This house dress was a pretty blue plaid. It was really shapeless and long on me but I had a plan.
Thursday, April 25, 2024
House Dress to Pajamas
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Refashion book review & giveaway!
Due to a shoulder impingement my sewing activities are at low level at the moment. The impingement causes loss of shoulder motion and discomfort in my left arm, not a great combination with sewing. The upside of it all however, was that I time to browse my refashion/upcycle books, I've collected quite a few over the years. These days, you can find lots of ideas online of course, but if you're like me and love browsing books, feeling the paper etc. well, please read on.
- DIY Fashionista - Geneva Vanderzeil
- The Refashion Handbook - Beth Huntington
- Mend & Make fabulous - Denise Wild
- Thrifty Style / Fashion Hacks - Janine Chisholm Sullivan
- Recycle Chic - Pieke Stuvel
Even though some projects seem to assume a slender figure (tight fitted mini skirts, sexy tops etc.) most of them are inspiring nevertheless: a feather-hem skirt, a Jackson Pollock-style splatter clutch and fringed anklets. I personally draw the line at heels and headbands with spikes:).
2. The Refashion Handbook - Beth Huntington
You can still find Beth, aka The Renegade Seamtress, and her book on her blog by the same name. She is self-taught and doesn't 'profess to know all the correct methods of sewing...' Her projects reflect exactly that, 'straightforward fashion' as she calls it, and they may not be mindblowing, but do-able and often practical.The book starts with some basic techniques (making darts, a french seam, installing a zipper) and then continues with 19 transformation projects with instructions and photos. The bow sleeve shirt and the the embroidered back of a denim jacket are my personal favorites.
3. Mend & make fabulous - Denise Wild
This book was actually recommended by the sadly deceased Jillian Owens (aka Refashionista) and I was not disappointed when I ordered it. Denise not only shows different and practical solutions how mend tears, holes and other problems in a variety of fabrics, but takes it a big step further: how to make it fabulous!5. Recycle Chic - Pieke Stuvel
Giveaway: Fashion Hacks!
This giveaway is also published on my own blog and I'll pick a winner from all entries. No matter where you live (Australia, Poland or the Nederlands), I'll send it to you, so let me know how to contact you.
If you're interested in a gentle rating on the books and more details, you're welcome to find out more on my blog vermaakster.blogspot.com!
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Men's Shirt to Flowy Jacket
Hello Refashion Co-op. Sometimes I get inspired by clothes I see at stores and/or on-line. I was inspired to make this men's shirt into a long kind of jacket because I saw something similar and really liked it.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Fabric leftovers into lace up corset top
Hey there ! Check out how I changed fabric leftovers into stunning lace up corset top , grab free printable pattern in 8 ! sizes for a smooth experience. If you're a beginner , fear not I made my best to make this tutorial as easy as possible so all of you can sew it with an ease. Like always I encourage you to make refashions in pattern and create something what's truly yours and helps you shine.
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Friday, April 12, 2024
Turn Old Jeans into New Trends!
Hey!
Get ready to transform your worn-out denim into a fabulous new fashion piece! OMy latest video tutorial is all about sustainability and style. I’ll show you how to create a stunning Denim Halter Top using recycled denim, perfect for those who love eco-friendly DIY projects!
Link to video here
Link how to cut denim to get most fabric
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