Do you have an item or garment in your closet that for some reason you just can't let go of it? This sweater was one of the garments that I just could not give to Goodwill. Now I am glad that I kept it!
This vest started out life as a long 'boy friend' sweater. You know the one for the 80s, to the knees and long dropped shoulders. I was inspired by an Anthropology sweater and remembered this sweater in my overflow closet.
The fiber content is 100% Shetland wool so I knew it would felt. I washed the sweater and it felted to just a little longer than a vest. (I wish I had taken a before pic) I then cut the sleeves off and felted them again. I used the felted sleeves to make the flowers.
I had this 100% cotton fabric in my stash and it is a perfect match! Just another reason to have an overflowing stash! Note that the edge is serged; this is how I know that I have pre-washed the fabric. New fabric only goes into my stash if it is pre-washed and serged otherwise I know it is dry clean only.
Playing a little to see how the blouse will look. I am going to cut it out today and will post when complete.
Happy Sewing,
Michele P
Your upcycled sweater looks adorable! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI'm not an Argyle girl, but you made this more than palatable. Very cute and very you
ReplyDeleteCathy