Refashions – Page 62

Tutorial: Punjabi + sweater = stylish tunic

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Elizabeth Abernathy created this stunning refashioned tunic from a Punjabi top and a silk sweater. I love the muted tones and the mix of textures! If this inspires you to make one, too, then check out her tutorial showing how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kid’s art apron from an adult t-shirt

September 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If your child makes a mess during art projects, check out this tutorial by Kristin from Lu Bird Baby. She shows how to refashion an adult t-shirt into a kid’s art apron. The stretchy t-shirt neck makes it easy… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Toddler sweater dress from adult sweater

September 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Mommabear from Smashed Peas and Carrots shows how she made this sweater dress for her toddler out of an adult-sized sweater. I am SO going to have to try this! Think you want to try it, too? Go to the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Back-to-school drawstring backpack

September 6, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Julie from julie-k made this drawstring backpack for her daughter. Drawstring backpacks are a perennial favorite sewing project because they’re quick, they’re easy, and they’re practical. She followed a tutorial from Martha Stewart, but made modifications to get the look… Read more ...

Tutorial: Flirty peasant top refashion

September 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Christine from Christine Sews made this flirty peasant top from a man’s dress shirt. The grosgrain ribbon adds a feminine touch to the more masculine fabric. Get the tutorial. [photo from Christine Sews] [tags]sewing, tutorial, flirty, peasant, top,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Toddler dress from a woman’s skirt

September 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Vanessa from V and Co. shows how to make a toddler dress out of a woman’s skirt. What a great idea! Get the tutorial. [photo from V and Co.] [tags]sewing, tutorial, toddler, dress, woman, skirt, refashion[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Refashion a shirt with lace panels

September 1, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Roseann from M & J Blog shows how to refashion a basic t-shirt by adding lace panels to the bottom and to the sleeves. Get the tutorial. [photo from M & J Blog] [tags]sewing, tutorial, refashion, t-shirt, tee,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Dress shirt to shirred toddler shirt dress

August 31, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Lindsey from liliash made this adorable dress for her daughter from an adult-sized dress shirt that she no longer wore. I love the shirring detail above the pockets! Go to the tutorial. [photo from liliash] [via Grosgrain]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Toddler hoodie from a fleece blanket

August 30, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Ruth from Adventures with a Sewing Machine made this hoodie for her son out of one of his old fleece baby blankets. (The fleece baby blankets do tend to multiply, don’t they?) She wrote up a tutorial showing how she… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Little Hardy Heroine Jacket

August 30, 2009 by Anne Weaver 3 Comments

Jenny from The Kerr Family Blog shows what can be done with an 80’s style child’s dress when the fabric is lovely but the dress is… not. She turned a fashion villian into this Little Hardy Heroine jacket. Brilliant!! Read … Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple dress-to-skirt refashion

August 30, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

julie-k created this pretty skirt for her daughter out of a beloved, but outgrown, dress. By cutting it in two and turning it into a twirly skirt, she was able to extend the life of the garment. This refashioning method… Read more ...

Tutorial: One cut, two seam t-shirt shrug

August 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shows how to make this cool shrug from a t-shirt. It’s easier than you think. One cut and two seams is all it takes. Find out how from Lu Bird Baby. [photo from Lu … Read more ...

Tutorial: Pencil case from old jeans

August 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Just in time for back-to-school, Instructables user the casbah shows how to make a pencil pouch from an old pair of jeans. I like how the original hem is incorporated on to the edge of the flap. Go to the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Man’s dress shirt to woman’s fitted western shirt

August 27, 2009 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Alexis from My Mama Made It refashioned a man’s dress shirt into a fitted woman’s shirt inspired by the fitted western-style shirts at Anthropologie. The gathered sleeves paired with the slim lines of the shirt create a smart, tailored look… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Wool scarf from pants

August 26, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Maggie from Pearl Schell made this winter scarf from one leg of a pair of thrifted wool pants. The long pieces of fabric found in a pair of pants is a great choice for reashioning into a scarf. And because… Read more ...