Check out my review of Sewn by Hand by Susan Wasinger. It’s over in our Giveaways section – because we’re giving away a copy of the book to one lucky reader. Go to my review and get yourself entered.
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Re:Fashion Wardrobe, The: Sew your own stylish, sustainable clothes
The Re:Fashion Wardrobe by Portia Lawrie is a groundbreaking guide that not only introduces you to the art of sewing but also empowers you to make a positive impact on the environment. With a notable rating of 4.6 stars and recognition as one of Publishers Weekly’s Top 10 Lifestyle books in 2023, this book stands out in the world of sustainable fashion.
Portia Lawrie, known for leading the Refashioners – fashion reuse pioneers, takes readers on a transformative journey. The book addresses the critical issue of clothing waste due to fast fashion trends and provides a solution: creating a sustainable capsule wardrobe tailored to your style.
The emphasis on practicality is evident in every project, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced sewers. The book encourages readers to adapt and cut away at various clothing items, from tops to trousers and dresses, empowering them to build a stylish, modern capsule wardrobe suitable for year-round wear.
Sewing Tutorial: Fitted tunic from a Re-fashioned button-up shirt and a t-shirt
Pat K says
I would work on projects together with my friends at our Arts/Creative Meetings
Jilly Willy Art on Facebook says
I loved the review for the sewing by hand book. One of my sewing buddies (we have a group called the BBGC, Big Bootie Girls Club) told me about the giveaway. She taught me to hand sew this year and now I love to sew! I am a painter so love doing things with my hands, and the hand sewing is perfect in the evenings when I am watching TV with my family.
I would do these projects (especially the totes to carry paints) at bsllgames, at the beach, while chatting with my friends at parties. My BBGC group is having a hand sewing party once a month now! I AM HOOKED ON HAND SEWING! Go to my website to see my first hand sewn project. It is a hand painted apron, then sewn by hand. Addicted!
Joan Ory says
I volunteer at the local hospital, where I have already done some hand sewing projects when times are slow. I would love to teach others in the Volunteer/Auxiliary so we could hand out to the patients for the different holidays in the year. Where I volunteer is Women’s Services where labor & delivery, post partum and of course my favorite the nursery are. I can already see “lots” of bibs being made and handed out to the new babies. I have already made somethings to raffle off, where the proceeds went to our scholarship fund. Thanks!