#HowTo applique a sweater

Posted in Tremendous Tops, Tutorials by Confessions of a Refashionista

Transform a boring knit into a statement sweater with this groovy DIY from Heather Handmade:

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25Jan2021

Awesome Trenchcoat #Refashion

Posted in Fabulous Outerwear, Tutorials by Confessions of a Refashionista

Take a peek at this amazing vintage trench coat refashion tutorial from Karametta.com:

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2Dec2020

Pants to Vest #Refashion

Posted in Fabulous Outerwear, Tutorials by Confessions of a Refashionista

How awesome is this refashion from I Can Work With That?!

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30Sep2020

10 Sustainable Fashion Tips To Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Posted in No Waste Lifestyle, Refashioning Tips & Techniques, Thrifting Tips n' Tricks, Thrifty Style Inspiration, Tutorials by Confessions of a Refashionista

According to UnEarthed, ‘Every year, global emissions from textile production are equivalent to 1.2 billion tonnes of CO2, a figure that outweighs the carbon footprint of international flights and shipping combined.’ Shoppers across the globe have a responsibility to make sustainable choices when it comes to their wardrobes, but exactly how can you do that? From materials to brands and mindful shopping, let’s take a look at your sustainable fashion options.

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28May2020

The Amazing Blazer #Refashion

Posted in Fabulous Outerwear, Refashioning Tips & Techniques, Tutorials by Confessions of a Refashionista

Ecofashion Sewing shares another fabulous jacket transformation:

“To create the new design, I used an upcycling technique which I call ‘upside-down’. It is a very interesting way for repurposing a whole garment or parts of it ‘as is’ and incorporating them into the new re-design. That’s why it is very simple to apply – you make no significant changes and use the initial lines and features to make the new look!”