Project Upcycle: Thrifty Sewing Projects
Thrifters unite! Using basic sewing skills and an eagle eye for the good stuff at yard sales, you’ll turn cast-off clothes into cute accessories.
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Thrifters unite! Using basic sewing skills and an eagle eye for the good stuff at yard sales, you’ll turn cast-off clothes into cute accessories.
Course Introduction
Betz teaches you about re-purposing and being thrifty at the same time. You will see how easy it is to transform something old into new fashions and accessories.
Hunt and Deconstruct
With so much “stuff” in the world, where do you start looking for what you need? Betz guides you to the best places to look for items to repurpose, but also what will and will not work, what to look for, and importantly, what to avoid. You’ll also learn how to felt wool sweaters to create an entirely different kind of fabric.
Mad Cap
Using a wool skirt or men’s wool suit on the outside and a dress shirt as the lining, create this sassy beret, a perfect accessory for fall. You will create a custom pattern to fit your head exactly, then follow the step-by-step instructions to sew the pieces together.
Cashmere Shrug
See how easy it is to turn a thrift-store sweater into a playful shrug in a wrap style. Shorten the sleeves and sew a lettuce edging for a frilly look. Finish with a rosette made from the remaining scraps.
Off-the-Cuff Wallet
How clever is this wallet? It’s made from the cuffs of two dress shirts. The wallet has a pocket to hold the dollar bills you will save by upcycling, and several slots for credit cards, all secured with a Velcro closing and embellished with buttons.
Felted Tote Bag
Can a woman ever have too many bags? Create a sturdy tote with a wool sweater from your closet or the thrift store. Use the original construction of the sweater to create the main part of the bag, then add a button flap and pocket with the remaining scraps.
Wrap Skirt
Use tea towels, pillowcases, bed sheets or fabric from your stash to make a gored skirt that’s fully lined and reversible. Sew it in three sizes, mixing and matching fabrics for a wonderful addition to your wardrobe.
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