I thought I was done with winter sewing but I thought this would be a good transition piece.
So, I made this criss cross vest from a sweater! I loved the way it turned out, better than I expected. I am definitely planning to write a full fledged tutorial for this, but in the mean time, here are some pics of the results.
Here, I wore it with a tank top. I really like the look, and as I mentioned before, it's great for those spring-like days not yet warm enough for just a tank.
This is what it looks like lying flat
...and here it is inside out, front and back. It gives you an idea of how it's put together. I used the sleeves for the back and the criss cross is composed of the front and back of the sweater.
It also looks great with a lace top. I have lots of lace tops so I'm looking forward to getting some use out of them with this vest.
So what do you think. Would you be interested in a tutorial for this?
Nellie, you never cease to amaze! This vest is so neat. A tutorial would be lovely if you are up for that.
ReplyDeleteThank you cloudsfullofrain! This has been in my head for a while. i am always happy when I can get ideas out of there! I def will make a tutorial just don't know when.
DeleteClever idea and a very cute model! :-)
ReplyDeleteAwww, thanks Julie! I try, I try, lol.
Deleteso cute! love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you Shirley! <3
DeleteAgain, you're a genious of transformations.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Magda! I love redesigning stuff! Such a metaphor for my own transformed, re-designed life!
DeleteYes please! I worry that cardigans and sweaters make me look even older than I am ... this repurpose is perfect.
ReplyDeleteLove the way your mind works!
Thank you so much Jan! I don't love sweaters either, this is why I like to repurpose them. Have to get started on that tute!
DeleteWhat a great idea!! Indeed a nice transitional piece. And recycling......
ReplyDeleteYou also look very nice in it :)
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Thank you Seeker, always love to link up to likeminded fashionistas! Thanks for the opportunity!
DeleteGreat refashion, you look terrific. Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I love Visible Mondays!
DeleteLove it! Can't wait for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteThank you Theresa! Will get started on it!
DeleteLove how you refashioned that sweater! Thanks for linking up for Favorite Fashion Friday! Hope to see you back tomorrow!
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Thank u Penniless! I appreciate the link up opportunity!
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