After getting everything together last week to make my Washi dress, I just couldn’t seem to get started. It’s been quite a while since I did any serious sewing and I think I’m a little bit scared of it. I just need to ‘get back on the horse’.
I’m going to repurpose this old dress into a zippered pouch. The front is patchwork with some applique and embroidery. Inside out it looks like this….
….and the back is plain chambray. It even has a zip.
All I need is some matching thread and I’m ready to go.
To see what everyone else is up to, head on over to Julia’s place. See you there!
25 comments:
Looks a Great project to do x
Happy WOYWW Heather # 62
As I can't sew for my life,I am very impressed! Happy WOYWW, Helen #2
That's a pretty collection of fabrics - it'll be lovely
Oh Fi, I fully, fully understand the nerves of starting to sew again, but what a great start project you've picked xxx
looks like a fun project I will be back to see this when it is finished
Happy WOYWW I hope you have a great day
Ria #47
Oh I love that patchwork dress. I could not cut it. It looks so pretty. Ah well, looking forward to seeing your make. Enjoy the process.
Thanks for visiting me - Happy WOYWW.
Hugs, Neet xx 4
Love it! Course I loves anything denim(chambray)! If it ever needs a new home.... :) Happy WOYWW! Nan 5
now, that's my kind of recycling - gorgeous!
a happy WOYWW to you and i hope you have a wonderful week :)
no. 7
I'm useless at sewing but your project looks fabulous and patterns so lovely. Happy WOYWW Gill x #64
I look forward to seeing the finished product - great piece to recycle.
Another denim fan here too. Love the dress, it should make a great project. Have a great week, Hugs, Shaz #129 xx
Big denim fan here...this is going to look great!
Ooh this looks interesting :) Love to see it when it's finished
Really fab recycled piece! love it.
Jo x
love the patchwork not sure which side I like best they both look very colourful
have a good week
janet #15
LOve repurposing old clothes! So much satisfaction in it! :^) patsy
Love those fabrics and denim
Look forward to seeing how it all turns out
Jackie3
Love that dress Fi and I think it is going to make the most gorgeous bag! :)
what a great project be sure to show us the results Happy Valentines and a Happy belated WOYWW tfs Mrs.C #54
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That is going to be adorable. I haven't sewn in 30 years but got a basic machine for Christmas and was thinking it would be my winter challenge...work has prevented that up until now but hopefully next week :)
Just whip up a simple pillow case or lavender bag first then you'll remember how good you are at it!
Jakix
There are some lovely pieces of fabric there. Do they come originally from other memorable pieces of clothing? I would also be scared to cut into it to begin with I hope you will show us the finished article. Have a good week. xx Maggie #8
I hope you share your finished zippered pouch - I think it will be too cute. April #119
You are clever Fiona, sorry i'm late , jill #45
A fab idea - I love faded patchwork and denim too. So late doing the rounds this week - had a craft workshop Weds, day with daughter Max on Thurs and day with twins Fri!
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