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reereebee
True Blue Farmgirl
142 Posts
Marie
Clark
WY
USA
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 Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 1:06:59 PM
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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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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9092 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9092 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:19:46 PM
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Good Job Marie, I will keep that idea in mind if I have a dress that doesn't fit right on the top.
www.Nancy-Jo.blogspot.com |
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3440 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
3440 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:28:34 PM
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That looks great. What a nice job you did.
Blessings
~Kelly~ |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 3:30:29 PM
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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 |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts |
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reereebee
True Blue Farmgirl
142 Posts
Marie
Clark
WY
USA
142 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 4:00:43 PM
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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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Edited by - reereebee on Apr 21 2013 4:03:53 PM |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9323 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9323 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2013 : 7:00:55 PM
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Wow! beautiful job Marie!
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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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patchworkpeace
True Blue Farmgirl
478 Posts
Judy
Jackson
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Apr 22 2013 : 07:27:13 AM
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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
My blog, The Review-anista Reads http://friendsfunfabric.blogspot.com/ |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Apr 22 2013 : 08:23:11 AM
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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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Lavender Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
1979 Posts
Brenda
Jackson
MI
USA
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Posted - Apr 23 2013 : 12:11:05 PM
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Way to go Marie.
Lavender Rose
Each day we add to our legacy--good or bad.
Our Daily Bread |
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Apr 26 2013 : 01:35:02 AM
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The lace is a great addition.
Marianne |
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msdoolittle
True Blue Farmgirl
1143 Posts
Amanda
East Texas
USA
1143 Posts |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
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FARMALLChick
True Blue Farmgirl
978 Posts
Lora
Alexandria
IN
USA
978 Posts |
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carolj
True Blue Farmgirl
244 Posts
Carol
Waynesboro
Georgia
USA
244 Posts |
Posted - Jun 06 2013 : 05:43:32 AM
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| 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. |
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Dare2BUniquelyMe
Sharpshooter / Chapter Guru
143 Posts
Sherrilyn
Lake Tapps
Washington
USA
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Posted - Sep 14 2013 : 6:31:30 PM
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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 |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3930 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3930 Posts |
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mountain linny
Farmgirl in Training
17 Posts
Linda
Valdosta
Georgia
USA
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Posted - Sep 17 2013 : 8:09:50 PM
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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
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auntjenny
True Blue Farmgirl
277 Posts
Jenny
San Luis Obispo
CA
USA
277 Posts |
Posted - Aug 02 2014 : 4:26:08 PM
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| 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! |
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5 acre Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1007 Posts
~~~*Terri*~~~
WA.
USA
1007 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2015 : 07:49:50 AM
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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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