Customize a denim jacket with a cool collection of sew-on patches that reflect your hobbies and interests. Your unique patch denim jacket is sure to become a favourite eye-catching garment that is fun to wear. Whenever I’m op-shopping (thrifting) I always make a beeline for the craft supply section. Often I’ll find a decent amount of embroidery thread, zippers, and…
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Gather up your floral fabric scraps and fancy up a plain t-shirt into a unique top with some added applique blooms. Use this simple embellishment technique to personalize your wardrobe with your favourite flowery fabric prints. Did you know that when it comes to style, it’s not about being ‘on trend’. Style comes down to personality, and letting that shine…
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Give an old long sleeve top a brand new chic style with this easy t-shirt refashion. With only a few simple changes, modifying a t-shirt to create this cute wearable look is a great way to upcycle old clothes. With Emma growing like a weed, it’s been hard to keep her in clothes that fits of late. And even though…
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Today I’m going to teach you how to refashion an XL men’s t-shirt into one that your kid can wear. It’s a great little project that will not only save you money, but it’s a fun way to make cool clothing for your kids too. I was clearing out my sewing room last weekend and found a large bag of…
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The easiest way to transform the look of a skirt is as simple as changing the length. This week I’ve tackled another alteration job on my list and refashioned this colourful African style printed skirt, from an impractical ankle length, to a wearable knee length. It was such a simple change that it barely qualifies as a ‘refashion’, but the…
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Just a few basic sewing skills are required for this ruffle shirt refashion. This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to transform an old shirt into the trendiest piece in your wardrobe. I’m always looking for easy to wear wardrobe pieces that can be dressed up or down and the ruffle bottom shirt fits the bill. I’ve been eyeing off…
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This easy Jacket Refashion is a clever way to update an old 80s style blouse into a fashionable baseball jacket. If you are clearing out your wardrobe, try your hand at refashioning old clothes into new garments rather than throwing them away. I’m pretty excited to finally start tackling my clothing refashion pile and sharing some of my projects with…
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I want to tell you about a little clothing refashion project I started working on over 2 years ago called The Thrifty Kid. It’s a project that I had grand plans for, but because the best laid plans don’t always work out as expected, this little project has sat idle in cyber storage for too long. The Thrifty Kid is…
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