How to Upcycle a Patchwork Blanket
Remade Blanket Skirt.
This was a hand knitted granny blanket that I really liked the colours of. I unpicked the seam in the middle of the blanket and added a stretchy jersey waistline.
Perfect for this winter.
Sweatshirt Applique
Beetles and Dragons.
This is one easy way to update your old plain sweatshirts.
- Pick a shape silhouette or similar, decide on size and find a piece of fabric big enough for it.
- Get some Bondaweb and iron onto the back of the fabric.
- Draw the shape onto the back of the Bondaweb.
- Cut out, iron on to your garment.
I always sew the outlines on the machine too as washing the garment will cause the bondaweb glue to come undone. Experiment with some freestyle machine stitching over it too for more depth.
Embellished Wool Jacket
I love the shape of this jacket. But it was a little plain. So I added some frilly fringing and lace. Also changed the buttons from plain plastic to embossed silver ones. The flower brooch is removable. I do take commissions if you want your own favourite jacket embellished.
Meet JC
This is JC. Don’t think I know another guy that looks so good in a tu-tu. These are more like big frilly pants though. Great for those occasions where the risks of falling over is higher than normal. Party-safe in other words.
Fiona Soe Paing
Sometimes I take on fun commissions too, like creating stage outfits for eclectic performers. Electronic producer and singer Fiona Soe Paing wanted a white dress that she could project her visuals onto whist on stage.
I used plastic piping to make the hoops and white lycra to create this piece.
