Saturday, June 1, 2019

Refashioned Jackets

Hello Everyone!
I wanted to share two refashioning projects I made this Spring.  The projects refashioned two jackets that I had made years ago in the cropped length that  was popular at the time.  I loved the jackets, but found that I just did not wear them any more because of the length.  Take a look at the changes.


Project #1
Original jacket I made with vintage 1950 fabric. 


Purchased skirt (years ago) that I never wore because it was too see thru.  I cut the top of the skirt off and used the bottom of the skirt to add length to the jacket.



Finished Jacket refashion.  Now, this jacket has a nice length and I have to say I have been wearing this a lot.


Project #2
Original Jacket I made with a soft loosely woven cotton fabric.






Skirt I made years ago with a knit fabric.  I choose this skirt to re-purpose because it was too small, the fabric was of good quality, and the color was a near perfect match to the jacket.



I deconstructed the skirt, removed the top, and used the fabric to add length to the jacket.

Finished refashioned Jacket.


I changed the closure on the jacket to a loose tie by sewing a strip of left over fabric from the skirt.



Back view.


I have been wearing this "new" jacket a lot too.  It is light weight and goes with so many things in my wardrobe.  I have worn it with Khaki, white, and tan pants.  It also looks good with jeans.

I find that I have really been enjoying refashioning some of my clothing.  I have been using things that I already owned and haven't had to buy anything except thread.   Talk about recycling!! 

I will be back with the next post showcasing vintage chickens.  See you then!

Karen

3 comments:

  1. I love both of your recycled jackets which don't look at all recycled. Clever you. They look as if you have just made from scratch. Hugs Mrs A.

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  2. My grandson does actually insist on wearing odd socks!! Hugs Mrs A.

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  3. Very clever of you Karen! I might try this too, trouble is I'm not very good at sewing...

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