Utilising every single part of the original item is not as easy as it sounds when it comes to refashioning women's clothes. I find there are usually bits and pieces left over. Today's showcased project shows how it's possible to have zero waste in a refashion.
Susan, from Second Chances by Susan, shows how to refashion a rather large dress into two garments - a skirt and a tunic - with nothing left over! With clever use of sleeves and ties, Susan has created a belted accent, resulting in an eye catching garment.
Susan is second to none when it comes to refashioning garments into women's clothing. I have long admired her tunics - very much my style paired with skinny jeans. Sadly, I have yet to make one for myself, as I haven't found the right garment to begin with when Op Shopping. Perhaps the garments have been hanging there staring me in the face, but I haven't had the imagination to see the potential.
How successful are you at finding garments in Op Shops (Thrift Stores)?
I love thrift store shopping, and am lucky to have one nearby that gets a lot of things in my size. I have taken up a skirt from the top to preserve a beautiful lace hem, shortened sleeves and done other alterations. I've not tried this idea yet, of getting two garments from one dress.
ReplyDeleteWhen I go to thrift stores, I'm generally checking out sewing notions (like zippers) rather than clothing. I might have to take a look through my closet, however, to see if anything as clever as this can be imagined!
ReplyDeleteI am a big and tall lady and I seldom find anything in my size but I have upcycled clothes and things for my children and smaller people! 😁
ReplyDeleteThere's always more of the mid-range of sizes, I find, Sheila - not so many of the small size I need. At least I can buy larger and alter, which of course makes it harder for you. Hmmm... something for me to ponder.
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