Whew! I took a week to slowly work on this Repurpose...more of a creative endeavor than a sewing project, actually. And, did you see? Gabrielle of Design Mom gave Project Repurpose the Wardrobe a thumbs up! She has …
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Ridiculously Long Bib
June 19, 2010
Milo is very particular when it comes to eating. Not about what goes in, rather who puts it there. For about two months he has been totally self-fed. Which means I give him about two times …
Project Repurpose the Wardrobe: ReMODELING
June 14, 2010
This Saturday Project Repurpose the Wardrobe went on tour...to the local Home Depot. What do you get when you mix me, Dave, seven outfits, sixty minutes and one camera? The following photo shoot. Watch out, …
Project Repurpose The Wardrobe: Shapeless to Chic
June 11, 2010
Just for the record, I do not spend all day sewing. I just sew every day lately! Each Repurpose so far has taken about one nap time. Then I usually put it on and wear …
Oh yes, we've entered the world of bottoms. I think the only time these linen capris from Banana Republic looked right on me was when I tried them on in the store... before washing, drying …
Another Goodwill find. I couldn't leave it on the rack, despite it's missing every-other button. I've actually donned this baby a few times and felt quite posh...and French. It was calling for a little reshaping, and …
Enough with the tee shirts for a while. I've moved on to real, tailored apparel changes here! Like repurposing this size 14 halter into something wearable. I fell in love with the pleated collar at …
This baby was a Goodwill find. I love the stripes! It has always been a little big, and a little wrong for the season...too hot for the summer-again, with that deep V a tank is …
Thank you for all of your nice comments about my first wardrobe renewal!! A few of you mentioned wanting to be able to sew better. Here's my advice: sew, sew, sew! Most of my favorite …
During the month of crazy busy, school ending, birthdays celebrating, family visiting, visiting family, job beginning (and so on) I put my projects on hold. My new dress form (replacing this duct tape beauty!) even …
Books by Color
May 7, 2010
So, due to my unrestrained flinging, my book collection is more like a mere reference shelf. Only the few to which I am sentimentally attached or often use remain in my living room. A couple …
Earth (in a jar) Day!
April 22, 2010
Happy Earth Day! We here are proud to be consciously green. You know, recycling, reusable diapers, earth-friendly products...etc. Apartment living requires some creativity in the gardening department, and this morning my little sidekick and I …