Sunday, January 29, 2012

diy cowl scarf / working with what you've got

If you've taken a look at some of my projects (and if you have, thank you!), you know I'm big on reviving old garments.  I made this cowl scarf from a thrifted knit skirt that just didn't fit, simply cutting out a tube, sewing it into a funnel shape, and stitching the edges down.  Because I opted for the funnel shape, it fits a little closer at the neck, the way I like it.


I know we all have some excellent raw materials in our closets, so I wanted to share a couple of links to some favorite overhaul-related projects from blogland.  Most of them involve relatively simple techniques and thus don't require advanced sewing skills or a lot of special equipment (a hand-sewn pencil skirt, what?).  More importantly, these projects are great inspiration for looking at your older/thrifted clothing in a new light and coming up with new ways to make them work for you.   

Tops/jackets


Skirts

Elastic-waist skirt from men's button-down - Megan Nielsen Design Diary
Silk skirt from granny dress - Le Fanciulle

Shorts

Shorts from leather pants - A Pair & a Spare
Button-detail shorts from pants - Dress Me Up, Buttercup

Accessories

Tube scarf from sweater - studs and pearls
Hat from sweater - Crochet Clouds
Bag from scarf - Little Projects in Style
Arm warmers from socks - Runway DIY

I hope these have lit a fire under that ass of yours.  Now go crank out something fabulous!



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13 comments:

  1. Rowena @ rolala lovesJanuary 30, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I love the idea of refashioning/repurposing neglected items in my closet. Thanks for sharing these great links!

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  2. Erin @ Thanks, I Made ItJanuary 30, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    thanks for including me! I'm all for revamping old goods. Sometimes it can be a challenge, but well worth it
    Erin @ www.thanksimadeitblog.com

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  3. ::little projects in style::January 30, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Awww thanks for adding me to your nifty list! I love your cowl scarf! I was going to work on an infinity scarf but I just changed my mind! ;)

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  4. jasJanuary 30, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    such great ideas!

    http://forallthatjas.blogspot.com/

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  5. opportunityknitsJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    Your cowl looks so soft and snuggly. Thanks for the links!

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  6. Grace (The Stripe)January 31, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    Love the cowl, and thanks for including Stripes & Sequins on your list!

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  7. "coy" colleenJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    yes! great idea. there are so many ways to utilize what we already have, you're so right. I did a post about a similar thing yesterday too! great minds think alike :)

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  8. Hazel☺February 1, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    thanks for including my DIY!! <3 if you decide to create it, do share some photos! :)

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  9. IMG Princess. ❤February 3, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Just about fell in love with your blog! So inspirational.

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  10. TheLovelyHunterFebruary 4, 2012 at 1:38 AM

    what a great idea! you have such great diy's--i am excited to try them all out!

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  11. The Fashion PhilosophyFebruary 4, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    So pretty!

    ox from NYC!
    -davie+erica

    http://www.lpfashionphilosophy.blogspot.com

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  12. Maycie After FiveFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:47 PM

    Wow! I can't wait to go through all of these DIY projects. Thanks for listing your faves.

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  13. MARIA VERNIKFebruary 14, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    Love it!
    Great blog!

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