Many, many times I talk about how much I hate to waste fabric in my sewing projects. Which is why I enjoy using the tissue fitting method of fitting my patterns when I make my own clothes. When you find others who see things the way you do and share the same ideals about living and being more accountable for our resources, you want to support their efforts to make a difference.
So, after meeting Jenelle Montilone, the author of "The Upcycled T-shirt Book," I was inspired to create something with the leftover t-shirts in my own home. I took an old work t-shirt from my husband and dyed it to color and created this cute number.
T-shirt refashion is a big deal these days, but for me, I am moved by "reason" not fashion, although fashion is a big part of it for me. This lady has such ideals for improving on the amount of waste created by "fast fashion", with meaning and passion.
So, after meeting Jenelle Montilone, the author of "The Upcycled T-shirt Book," I was inspired to create something with the leftover t-shirts in my own home. I took an old work t-shirt from my husband and dyed it to color and created this cute number.
My plans are to take full advantage of this free fabric resource and look into other options she has given in her book, as well as this awesome initiative for the "Yarn Ball Project" found here.
Starting where I am, in my sewing room, I know I am making a difference. Every little bit counts and will absolutely make a world of difference for everyone now and in the future. Here is the funny thing....I had already been eying this book for sometime now. Because of the sewing classes I teach, I wanted something that was cheap or better yet free, for the group of ladies who don't have the means to buy fabric the traditional way.
She has even given me the freedom to let one of my readers have a copy of this book, her treat. That means all you need to do is comment below and I will pull a name next Wednesday, January 13th to name the winner.