Thrifting Upcycled Clothing

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When I completely opened my mind to the possibilities of upcycling I was instantly in love. I have many items that once they were washed, they became too small.


Just having fun is where it is at.


 This started out as a t-shirt that was a a special t-shirt. You  know the one I like to wear working in the back yard or going camping. It had a statement on the front that had become stained from years of wear. And upcycling saved it from disposal.


I added all sorts of lace, bits and pieces of new cotton and Voila!

Thanks for popping in and reading what I'm up to these days. I am in springtime full on, with higher than normal hot days for this time of year. Leave me a comment and let me know if you'd like to read more about my journey of upcycling?

Happy Quilting, sewing, stitching etc!



Comments

  1. Magpie's MumblingsMay 24, 2018 at 2:57 PM

    I really like what you've done with your shirt - just wish I had enough nerve to wear things like that. I always feel as though I look like the broad side of a barn.

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  2. Carli The QuilterJune 1, 2018 at 4:07 PM

    Hi Mary Anne, I'm adopting living in the moment. I love to wear my upcycled clothes with confidence! Shopping, gardening, visiting whatever rocking my broad side of the barn.

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