Starting simple! Re shape and give it the feminine touch by adding darts and some embroidered patches, purchase pre made patches or make your own with 'free motion embroidery'. Check out my
The button openings on a shirt make them an ideal choice for simple cushion covers, as you don't have to insert a zip or create an overlap. Simple flatten out the shirt and cut a square through front and back of the shirt the size you want your cushion to be and stitch together. Take a step further and applique, decorate the plain side before assembly. You can learn how to make one and build your confidence on using a sewing machine in these classes!
'Provisional Driving' - introduction to using a sewing machine & 'Creative Making on the sewing machine'
Little bit more challenging but easy when you know how! Use 4 sleeves to make a lovely little summer skirt or 'Shkirt'! Simple cut along underarm seam to create 4 flat panels. Stitch together each panel from shoulder to cuff (check your waist measurement to determine seam allowance) Insert a zip into one of the seams. The cuffs give the skirt a natural waistband! Learn how to make one and improve your machine sewing skills on my....'Making the most of a sewing machine' (zips, buttonholes, binding & free motion embroidery) & 'Make your own stylish skirt from a shirt'
Wonderfully, I am now working with the talented David Mumford at Fabrications, a very creative and skilled fashion designer and maker.
David began designing and making clothes in the early 80's. He has run
his own labels 'Nocturn' and 'Combination' as well as many years in the
commercial fashion industry. Most recently (2004 - 2013) he was one of
the designers of the pioneering upcycling clothing brand 'Junky Styling'. This year he set up his own brand D.A.M specialising in
upcycled pieces (and on sale in Fabrications shop!)
David will be offering an Upcycling workshop in June on how to reinterpret a classic man's shirt into a unique garment. He will present a range of designs which workshop participants can choose from to create (suitable for men and women) The designs will have no patterns and will be created using a
step by step formula and assisted by David. Ranging from some items that
have no cutting involved, through to basic cutting and machining. The
techniques used will involve origami type folding, draping and the
construction of different size square and rectangular pieces that fit
together to become the fabric for the finished design.
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