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| reereebee |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 1:06:59 PM
I wanted to take a minute to share my excitement about a great little "up-cycling" project I completed.
First, on a whim, hubby and I visited the local thrift store the other day. It happened to be 25% off clothing that day and I found this dress that I paid $5 for:
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Unfortunately, I am (amazingly) not blessed with the tiny little rib cage required to fit into the bodice of this dress. So I decided to upcycle it into something that fit!
After a few snips & stitches, some elastic and of course, vintage crocheted lace...I have the best skirt EVER!
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What farmgirl fashion projects have you upcycled? I love to sew things from scratch, but sometimes I get much more satisfaction from making something like this into something "my own". How about you? I'd love to see some pictures of your creations. Please share! |
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| 5 acre Farmgirl |
Posted - Jan 30 2015 : 07:49:50 AM
what a beautiful job...I LOVE to upcycle....
Farmgirl Sister #368
~~*Terri*~~
Life is too short, it is just a vapor, live it like you wont have another minute with the ones you love......
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| auntjenny |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 4:26:08 PM
I love it! You did a beautiful job! I get most of my clothes at thrift stores...alot of times they need just a little change to be perfect. My ample bosom means getting the next bigger size and taking other parts in sometimes. I find things I really love at thrift shops! |
| mountain linny |
Posted - Sep 17 2013 : 8:09:50 PM
I like to find bright, colorful, skirts at thrift stores or yard sales and use them to cover old throw pillows or use them for pockets and trim work on aprons. Just started a new chapter in Valdosta, GA and will use this as an afternoon project for my farm girls.
enjoy chatting
Linda
Be thankful for a new morning and the blessings shared through out the day. |
| churunga |
Posted - Sep 15 2013 : 01:51:04 AM
I will soon be making my own panties from old t-shirts. Here is the link to the instructions
http://www.craftstylish.com/item/47762/how-to-make-your-own-underwear |
| Dare2BUniquelyMe |
Posted - Sep 14 2013 : 6:31:30 PM
I love going thrift store shopping. So many wonderful items just waiting to be used and upcycled. They are wonderful places especially for children's clothes as children go through their clothes so fast!!!
Sherri |
| carolj |
Posted - Jun 06 2013 : 05:43:32 AM
I am inspired. I find it so hard to find skirts that are the right length and fit correctly. There are some beautiful fabrics to be had in thrift-store dresses. Thanks for sharing. |
| FARMALLChick |
Posted - May 30 2013 : 2:20:17 PM
Awesome!
"Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway" -John Wayne
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| jpbluesky |
Posted - May 07 2013 : 05:28:43 AM
Love the skirt! Good job.
Farmgirl #31
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| msdoolittle |
Posted - May 01 2013 : 06:47:49 AM
So cute! and just wanted to add: I think I have this very same dress. I love it.
FarmGirl #1390
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| rough start farmgirl |
Posted - Apr 26 2013 : 01:35:02 AM
The lace is a great addition.
Marianne |
| Lavender Rose |
Posted - Apr 23 2013 : 12:11:05 PM
Way to go Marie.
Lavender Rose
Each day we add to our legacy--good or bad.
Our Daily Bread |
| Ninibini |
Posted - Apr 22 2013 : 08:23:11 AM
What a great idea! Excellent job, Marie! You GO girl! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| patchworkpeace |
Posted - Apr 22 2013 : 07:27:13 AM
How cute! Nicely done, Marie.
Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington
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| levisgrammy |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 7:00:55 PM
Wow! beautiful job Marie!
farm girl sister#43
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O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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| reereebee |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 4:00:43 PM
Thanks, girls! I had tons of fun making it. Can't wait to wear it as much as possible this summer. It is so light and comfy!
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| jan49829 |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:39:35 PM
Very nice. You did a great job making something old into something new.
Janet
Farmgirl Sister #3340
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| Bear5 |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:30:29 PM
Looks great! Nice job!
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
| lovinRchickens |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:28:34 PM
That looks great. What a nice job you did.
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
| Nancy Gartenman |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:19:46 PM
Good Job Marie, I will keep that idea in mind if I have a dress that doesn't fit right on the top.
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