Nov 25, 2006 | Tops & Trousers
Customised Tie Back Top.
So many different style tops can be made with a simple t-shirt. Here is open ties back one that I made in the summer. Unfortunately I didn’t get a chance to take any step by step photo instructions, but hopefully it will still make sense.
- Cut away the neckline and some of the back leaving some seam allowance.
- Fold the new hem 2cm and sew leaving a hollow tube all the way along.
- Crop sleeves to desired length.
- From the leftover fabric cut a 5cm wide piece long enough to fit through the tube with a little excess to tie. You might have to stitch two pieces together to create a long enough piece.
- Thread through the tube, adjust and tie.
Modelled by the beautiful Yasemin.
Nov 20, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
Jersey T-shirt Dress.
There is something really satisfying about a pile of jersey tops aIl in the same tones waiting to be cut up and re-assembled. Thats probably why I enjoyed making this dress so much.
I started by putting the one I wanted as a top on the dressmaking dummy. The other pieces was then cut up and one by one pinned onto the hem to make up the skirt part.
Pretty pleased with the outcome. I want to make one in washed out grey next. If you want one in your desired colours, let me know!
Nov 10, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
Why follow trends? They are only made up for you to shop more. Break the cycle! Take a pledge, buy secondhand or upcycled only for a year. (Ok underwear is allowed). But other than that we probably don’t really need to top up our wardrobe. Organise a clothes swap, or have some retail therapy in a charity shop if you really have to. Join one of our classes and learn how to customise. The devil is in the detail, so dig out all your old scarves hats and necklaces and get accessorising.
Who wants to look like everyone else anyway. Like Coco Chanel said; “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different”
Nov 1, 2006 | Skirts & Shorts, Tops & Trousers
Real Eco Clothing
People sometimes ask me my opinion on which sustainable brand is the best. I say the one that was never produced anything in the first place. Even the most eco brands use resources and water to grow and produce their garments. Choose second hand, choose vintage and choose upcycled. It’s the most eco of all your options. There is plenty to go around.
Here we have my good friend Yasemin modelling for me. Denim skirt made from a pair of red denim trousers. No extra pesticides or water used. Jersey top customised for kids pyjama tee. No sweatshop labour. Hat vintage. All locally sourced made in our studio powered by green energy and cups of peppermint tea.
Aug 16, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
From Mother to Daughter.
My friend Deniz wanted me to customise her mothers wedding dress for her own wedding. I wish I had a photo of the original but I don’t. It had long sleeves and a high collared neckline. After a bit of butchering here is the outcome…
Modelled by Joanna.
Do you have a heirloom dress that you want customised to fit you? Get in touch!
