Saturday, June 12, 2010

Upcycling: Where There's a Will, There's a Way

When it comes to upcycled clothing, where there's a will, there's a way.  Armed with a few tablecloths, a curtain, an old wedding dress train, a silk scarf, and lot's of coffee, I set out to make something.  The results are below.

Summer Grays Dress


The skirt was a tablecloth, the bodice a gray curtain.  The collar is wedding dress satin, as is the lining.  Only the thread, zipper, and lace are new materials.






The bodice is a gray curtain (same used for the Summer Grays dress), the belt is a vintage silk scarf.  The skirt is an upholstery remnant with a beautiful luster, and the lining is a combination of wedding gown and bed sheet.

Both of these dresses were so much fun to make!  The next time you find yourself digging through you closets to throw away old clothes or linens, pause and remember that these items can all take on a new life!

 - PJ

1 comment:

  1. Both are adorable.........they should not last long in your shop

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