Using op-shop finds and old garments we had a pressure test in class to re-create our own wearable garment. Shannen and I started with a blue sleeved shirt, a pleated flowery skirt and a sheer maxi skirt with navy lining. Here's what we did with our daggy old garments to make them into something new, wearable and eco friendly!
We cut the sleeves and collar off the shirt and tucked the back up to the collar stand and sewed it down to create a back drape. To allow the sides to drape down we opened the front up and sewed two cute bottons on the front.
We cut the skirt into panels and sewed them into the front v of the shirt. We then sewed the panels together so it had a beautiful centre drape. We did the same at the back with plain navy panels.
Not only did our dress turn out to be wearable, suitable for many sizes and nice and comfortable, it was also very versatile. There were numerous ways to wear the skirt to create different looks.
The sides tied up
The front buttoned up around the back
The front buttoned up at the top of the shirt opening.
Or just all draping down :)
A fun project that only took a couple of hours. The possibilities of changing a boring old wardrobe into something new are endless.
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