Kathy from Merriment Design guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to gather fabric to create ruffles. Her method is the same one I have used for years. Get the tute.
[photo from Merriment Design on Prudent Baby]
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Kathy from Merriment Design guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to gather fabric to create ruffles. Her method is the same one I have used for years. Get the tute.
[photo from Merriment Design on Prudent Baby]
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.
Kathy says
Thanks for featuring my gathering tutorial guest post at Prudent Baby! The URL has been updated to http://prudentbaby.com/2012/05/baby-kid/clothing/gathering-how-to-gather-fabric/ just in case anyone has trouble finding it. Isn’t Jacinda’s fabric perfect for a gathered ruffled dress?
anneweaver says
Thanks for the updated link! I’ve edited the post to point to the new URL. And you’re right – the striped fabric is pefect for gathers!! –Anne