Dana from MADE shows how she reuses fabric scraps when wrapping gifts. She pairs long ribbons made from leftover fabric with plain brown paper sacks. Read more about this cool idea on her blog.
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Dana from MADE shows how she reuses fabric scraps when wrapping gifts. She pairs long ribbons made from leftover fabric with plain brown paper sacks. Read more about this cool idea on her blog.
[tags]sewing, fabric, scrap, gift, ribbon, wrap[/tags]
Are you ready to turn a thrifted men’s button-up shirt into a trendy and chic gathered top? In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the simple steps of transforming an oversized shirt into a fashion-forward garment with drawstring features. It’s a fun and straightforward process that’s perfect for sewists of all skill levels, adding another stylish me-made piece to your wardrobe while also giving new life to pre-loved clothing. Full tutorial including a video can be seen here.
Start by choosing an oversized men’s button-up shirt from your local thrift store or your own wardrobe. Look for a shirt with interesting fabric and patterns that you’d like to showcase in your transformed top.
dana says
Thank you so much for the post!