Reconstructing Clothes For Dummies
by Miranda Caroligne Burns /
2007 / English / PDF
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Reconstructing Clothes for Dummies offers inspiring projects and savvy tips on how to salvage those tired old clothes in your closet and turn them into a one-of-a-kind wardrobe. It shows craftsters, DIY enthusiasts, budget-conscious fashionistas and people from all walks of life how to unleash their inner fashion designer and transform outdated duds into hip new clothes. Featured projects include making good use of old scraps reviving shrunken sweaters finding redemption in that bridesmaid dress decorative repair and embellishment of existing pieces and creating unexpected home decor with what’s hiding in your drawers.
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Features before-and-after photos of each project
Recycle clothing into a creative wardrobe that's uniquely you
Want to create a fabulous new wardrobe without paying designer prices? This clear, step-by-step guide gives you all the instruction and inspiration you need to transform your current clothes into fun, funky pieces. You'll see how to glam up old T-shirts, revive shrunken sweaters, jazz up your jeans, revamp skirts and dresses, and much more!
* Piece clothes together in a fresh way
* Add embellishments and edgings
* Fake it with no-sew options
* Redo clothes for men, women, and kids
* Create wine bags, pillows, and more
