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You can pick your friends, you can pick your nose, but you can’t pick your friend’s nose… unless your friend is a snowman and you pick which nose they’ll wear

What should this snowpal’s name be? This little guy is still waiting for their forever home by the way.

#christmassweater #interactiveart #whimsy

You can pick your friends, you can pick your nose, but you can’t pick your friend’s nose… unless your friend is a snowman and you pick which nose they’ll wear

What should this snowpal’s name be? This little guy is still waiting for their forever home by the way.

#christmassweater #interactiveart #whimsy

It’s finally time! These babies are dropping on my site today (11/20) at 2pm MST! I hope it shows how much care I put into each of these wearable art pieces. I think we should all have way more fun with how we dress!

I can’t wait to see how these look on you!

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #interactiveart #interactiveclothing #patchwork #upcycledfashion #diyfashion #applique #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #slowfashion #thrift

It’s finally time! These babies are dropping on my site today (11/20) at 2pm MST! I hope it shows how much care I put into each of these wearable art pieces. I think we should all have way more fun with how we dress!

I can’t wait to see how these look on you!

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #interactiveart #interactiveclothing #patchwork #upcycledfashion #diyfashion #applique #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #slowfashion #thrift

As soon as I decided on making a collection of winter/Christmas sweaters, I knew I needed to make an ugly Christmas sweater of ugly Christmas sweaters. Look at all of these tiny little embroidered details and appliqués!

This fun sweater is tagged 2x and has shoulder pads in it. Doesn’t get much more fun than that. This is the last of the sweaters that will be available tomorrow 11/20!!

Upcycled fabrics used: red and green pillowcases, dark green tee, plaid shirt, button-up, plaid pants, and lace and yarn from my grandma’s collection

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #patchwork #sustainablefashion

As soon as I decided on making a collection of winter/Christmas sweaters, I knew I needed to make an ugly Christmas sweater of ugly Christmas sweaters. Look at all of these tiny little embroidered details and appliqués!

This fun sweater is tagged 2x and has shoulder pads in it. Doesn’t get much more fun than that. This is the last of the sweaters that will be available tomorrow 11/20!!

Upcycled fabrics used: red and green pillowcases, dark green tee, plaid shirt, button-up, plaid pants, and lace and yarn from my grandma’s collection

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #patchwork #sustainablefashion

Have you ever seen a sweater that’s also a dress-up doll? This 1 of 1 upcycled snowman sweater comes with 6 accessories (3 hats and 3 noses)!! And the snowball pocket can hold them, so you can change your snowman’s outfits as you’re wearing it. Tagged size L and available tomorrow 11/20!!

I hope that whoever ends up taking home this little guy gives them a name, because I think having a little snow friend would make me so happy.

Do you like the embroidered snowflakes? Originally, I wasn’t going to add anything, but embroidery helps maintain the stability of the appliqué, and I think it looks lovely.

Upcycled fabrics used: pillowcase, scrap fabric from my mom and grandma’s collections, a throw pillow, a floral shirt

#christmassweater #interactiveart #upcycling #sewing #interactiveclothing #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #upcycledfashion

Have you ever seen a sweater that’s also a dress-up doll? This 1 of 1 upcycled snowman sweater comes with 6 accessories (3 hats and 3 noses)!! And the snowball pocket can hold them, so you can change your snowman’s outfits as you’re wearing it. Tagged size L and available tomorrow 11/20!!

I hope that whoever ends up taking home this little guy gives them a name, because I think having a little snow friend would make me so happy.

Do you like the embroidered snowflakes? Originally, I wasn’t going to add anything, but embroidery helps maintain the stability of the appliqué, and I think it looks lovely.

Upcycled fabrics used: pillowcase, scrap fabric from my mom and grandma’s collections, a throw pillow, a floral shirt

#christmassweater #interactiveart #upcycling #sewing #interactiveclothing #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #upcycledfashion

This 1 of 1 upcycled sweater will be available tomorrow(!!) 11/20 along with all the other winter sweaters. Tagged size L.

I really struggled figuring out what to do with this sweater. I decided on cookies on one side and stockings on the other, but after I added the cookies, I realized that stockings looked too busy. Sometimes simple is best, and I often struggle knowing when to stop working on an art piece.

Upcycled fabrics used: three pillowcases and a napkin

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #sustainblefashion #patchwork #slowfashion #embroidery #applique

This 1 of 1 upcycled sweater will be available tomorrow(!!) 11/20 along with all the other winter sweaters. Tagged size L.

I really struggled figuring out what to do with this sweater. I decided on cookies on one side and stockings on the other, but after I added the cookies, I realized that stockings looked too busy. Sometimes simple is best, and I often struggle knowing when to stop working on an art piece.

Upcycled fabrics used: three pillowcases and a napkin

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #sustainblefashion #patchwork #slowfashion #embroidery #applique

This is basically a three-in-one interactive piece. The mailbox flag lifts and lowers, the mailbox is a full sized pocket to hold things, and the letter inside is a pouch that opens and can also hold things!! Tagged size 18W/20W and available on 11/20 with many other interactive winter sweaters!!

What things would you put in the mailbox? I think it would be really funny to wear it when you go to get the mail and actually put the letters in the mailbox sweater. And maybe I’d use the envelope as a coin purse.

#christmassweater #interactiveart #upcycling #sewing #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #reworked #upcycledfashion #applique #patchwork

This is basically a three-in-one interactive piece. The mailbox flag lifts and lowers, the mailbox is a full sized pocket to hold things, and the letter inside is a pouch that opens and can also hold things!! Tagged size 18W/20W and available on 11/20 with many other interactive winter sweaters!!

What things would you put in the mailbox? I think it would be really funny to wear it when you go to get the mail and actually put the letters in the mailbox sweater. And maybe I’d use the envelope as a coin purse.

#christmassweater #interactiveart #upcycling #sewing #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #reworked #upcycledfashion #applique #patchwork

It’s almost time!! 11/20 at 2pm MST, all these drop on my site! Do Christmas Sweater parties have winners? Because if so, these would all be winners.

I’ll be posting pictures of the last four sweaters I haven’t yet posted photos of today and tomorrow, with sizes listed. But the rest are already posted. Email/DM me any questions about sizes, measurements, etc if you’re curious before they drop on my site.

All of these sweaters are upcycled and created by me using embroidery and appliqué with second hand materials

#christmassweater #interactiveart #upcycling #patchwork #sewing #applique #upcycledfashion #diyfashion #embroidery #slowfashion #thrift

It’s almost time!! 11/20 at 2pm MST, all these drop on my site! Do Christmas Sweater parties have winners? Because if so, these would all be winners.

I’ll be posting pictures of the last four sweaters I haven’t yet posted photos of today and tomorrow, with sizes listed. But the rest are already posted. Email/DM me any questions about sizes, measurements, etc if you’re curious before they drop on my site.

All of these sweaters are upcycled and created by me using embroidery and appliqué with second hand materials

#christmassweater #interactiveart #upcycling #patchwork #sewing #applique #upcycledfashion #diyfashion #embroidery #slowfashion #thrift

These next few days, I’m going to be sharing the last of my upcycled winter sweaters that are dropping on 11/20. This gingerbread dollhouse sweater is tagged L.

I really love how this one turned out, and if I was more of a Christmas sweater person myself, I’d be tempted to keep it. I love making Christmas sweaters, but am not really one to wear them myself.

This little gingerbread guy can move around the house and sit on the gumdrop chairs, stand in front of the kitchen window, and sleep in the peppermint bed.

Upcycled fabrics used: red, white, and green pillowcases, brown kids tee, blue graphic tee, and various colors of hook and loop tape

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #gingerbreadhouse #interactiveart #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #diyfashion #reworked #thrift #interactiveclothing

These next few days, I’m going to be sharing the last of my upcycled winter sweaters that are dropping on 11/20. This gingerbread dollhouse sweater is tagged L.

I really love how this one turned out, and if I was more of a Christmas sweater person myself, I’d be tempted to keep it. I love making Christmas sweaters, but am not really one to wear them myself.

This little gingerbread guy can move around the house and sit on the gumdrop chairs, stand in front of the kitchen window, and sleep in the peppermint bed.

Upcycled fabrics used: red, white, and green pillowcases, brown kids tee, blue graphic tee, and various colors of hook and loop tape

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #gingerbreadhouse #interactiveart #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #diyfashion #reworked #thrift #interactiveclothing

Close ups of the upcycled Christmas tree sweater (XL) that’s coming this Thursday, 11/20!! This sweater and many others will be dropping that day at 2pm MST, so mark your calendars!

All 12 of these fun little ornaments can be moved around the tree however you like and then placed in the two present pockets for storage. I love how this sweater turned out and, if you want to see how I made it, check out my Christmas sweater tutorial I posted.

Upcycled fabrics used: four thrifted pillowcases, excess from a tee I hemmed, button up, donated plaid shirt, scrap fabric of unknown origin, cloth napkin, and lace and yarn from my grandma’s collection

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #sustainblefashion #patchwork #reworked #thrift #christmastree #slowfashion

Close ups of the upcycled Christmas tree sweater (XL) that’s coming this Thursday, 11/20!! This sweater and many others will be dropping that day at 2pm MST, so mark your calendars!

All 12 of these fun little ornaments can be moved around the tree however you like and then placed in the two present pockets for storage. I love how this sweater turned out and, if you want to see how I made it, check out my Christmas sweater tutorial I posted.

Upcycled fabrics used: four thrifted pillowcases, excess from a tee I hemmed, button up, donated plaid shirt, scrap fabric of unknown origin, cloth napkin, and lace and yarn from my grandma’s collection

#christmassweater #upcycling #sewing #sustainblefashion #patchwork #reworked #thrift #christmastree #slowfashion

I like to put cats on cardigans apparently. This upcycled Christmas cardigan will be available in my winter sweater drop on 11/20! Tagged size M.

I’m obsessed with the heart buttons on this. It was the whole reason I thrifted it.

Upcycled fabrics used: green tee, checkered pants, gingham pillowcase, yellow scrap fabric of mysterious origin, and brown scrap fabric from my grandma’s collection

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #patchwork #sewing #sustainblefashion #embroidery #diyfashion #reworked #upcycling #slowfashion

I like to put cats on cardigans apparently. This upcycled Christmas cardigan will be available in my winter sweater drop on 11/20! Tagged size M.

I’m obsessed with the heart buttons on this. It was the whole reason I thrifted it.

Upcycled fabrics used: green tee, checkered pants, gingham pillowcase, yellow scrap fabric of mysterious origin, and brown scrap fabric from my grandma’s collection

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #patchwork #sewing #sustainblefashion #embroidery #diyfashion #reworked #upcycling #slowfashion

This was such a unique sweater(?) that I found at the thrift, and now, even more so

Tagged size M and will be available on 11/20 with the rest of my winter sweaters!!

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #patchwork #sewing #sustainblefashion #thrift #reworked #upcycling

This was such a unique sweater(?) that I found at the thrift, and now, even more so

Tagged size M and will be available on 11/20 with the rest of my winter sweaters!!

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #patchwork #sewing #sustainblefashion #thrift #reworked #upcycling

An upcycled snowman sweater that you can actually dress up with three different hats and noses! The banana nose and pointy hat are my favorite combo. Made by me and will be available with many other winter sweaters on 11/20!

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #interactiveart #sewing #sustainablefashion #patchwork #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion #reworked

An upcycled snowman sweater that you can actually dress up with three different hats and noses! The banana nose and pointy hat are my favorite combo. Made by me and will be available with many other winter sweaters on 11/20!

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #interactiveart #sewing #sustainablefashion #patchwork #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion #reworked

Closeups of the upcycled advent calendar sweater (S) which will be available on 11/20 with all the other winter sweaters!

Who’d have thought that making 25 individual pockets, each with small appliqué numbers on them, would take me so long to make? Not me!

I don’t usually do quilting type projects, so this was a bit out of my comfort zone, hence why it took me longer to make than my usual stuff, but I looove how it turned out. The thrifted trim around the edges really brings it all together, I think.

And the pockets are the perfect size to fit whatever candies and trinkets you could possibly want.

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #patchwork #adventcalendar #sewing #diyfashion #embroidery #upcyled #reworked #thrift

Closeups of the upcycled advent calendar sweater (S) which will be available on 11/20 with all the other winter sweaters!

Who’d have thought that making 25 individual pockets, each with small appliqué numbers on them, would take me so long to make? Not me!

I don’t usually do quilting type projects, so this was a bit out of my comfort zone, hence why it took me longer to make than my usual stuff, but I looove how it turned out. The thrifted trim around the edges really brings it all together, I think.

And the pockets are the perfect size to fit whatever candies and trinkets you could possibly want.

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #patchwork #adventcalendar #sewing #diyfashion #embroidery #upcyled #reworked #thrift

Say no to overpriced lame Christmas sweaters and AI garbage, and craft your own instead!

This is just a quick overview of my process, but feel free to ask questions if you’re confused. I really hope you give it a shot though and show me what you make!

All the sweaters I showed off in this video will be available, along with many others, on November 20th!!

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #sewingtutorial #christmascraft #patchwork #sewing #diyfashion #applique #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion #crafttutorial

Say no to overpriced lame Christmas sweaters and AI garbage, and craft your own instead!

This is just a quick overview of my process, but feel free to ask questions if you’re confused. I really hope you give it a shot though and show me what you make!

All the sweaters I showed off in this video will be available, along with many others, on November 20th!!

#christmassweater #upcycledfashion #sewingtutorial #christmascraft #patchwork #sewing #diyfashion #applique #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion #crafttutorial

I’m usually pretty good at coming up with ideas based on what garment I’m working with, but for some reason this one is stumping me. Any ideas??

I’m usually pretty good at coming up with ideas based on what garment I’m working with, but for some reason this one is stumping me. Any ideas??

Check out these close ups of my upcycled ski sweater (1X)! Coming soon with my winter sweater drop on 11/20.

I used free motion embroidery to stitch all of these little guys and the ski lift. This jacket is already a really cool piece, but I think it’s so much more fun now. I especially liked making the knit pattern look like their ski paths!

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted jacket and a green pillowcase. The rest is embroidery!

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #patchwork #upcycled #reworked #thrift

Check out these close ups of my upcycled ski sweater (1X)! Coming soon with my winter sweater drop on 11/20.

I used free motion embroidery to stitch all of these little guys and the ski lift. This jacket is already a really cool piece, but I think it’s so much more fun now. I especially liked making the knit pattern look like their ski paths!

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted jacket and a green pillowcase. The rest is embroidery!

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #patchwork #upcycled #reworked #thrift

Coming soon in my winter sweater drop on 11/20!! I know my fellow trinket collectors are going to appreciate this one.

I had a sewn advent calendar growing up that had the cutest little trinkets inside of it, and getting to put them in each pouch was the best. Sewing each little pocket and each number was so tedious, but I love how it turned out! I thrifted this green trim and it was meant for this project because it matches perfectly.

Upcycled fabrics used: red pillowcase, gingham pillowcase, green kid’s dress, plaid shirt from my mom, thrifted green trim

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #patchwork #interactiveart #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #embroidery #slowfashion #thrift

Coming soon in my winter sweater drop on 11/20!! I know my fellow trinket collectors are going to appreciate this one.

I had a sewn advent calendar growing up that had the cutest little trinkets inside of it, and getting to put them in each pouch was the best. Sewing each little pocket and each number was so tedious, but I love how it turned out! I thrifted this green trim and it was meant for this project because it matches perfectly.

Upcycled fabrics used: red pillowcase, gingham pillowcase, green kid’s dress, plaid shirt from my mom, thrifted green trim

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #patchwork #interactiveart #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #embroidery #slowfashion #thrift

This cute skiing sweater upcycle will be available in my winter sweater drop on 11/20! This was another embroidery heavy upcycle, with only the trees (and one hat) being appliqués.

The people were so small, I honestly wasn’t sure how they’d come out, but I really loved the idea of the knit patterns being part of their ski trails. It was actually a lot of fun to simplify them into these very tiny cartoonish figures.

Do you ski? It terrifies me. I’ll be making a snow rat instead, thank you.

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #patchwork #diyfashion #upcycling #applique #freemotionembroidery #thrift #slowfashion

This cute skiing sweater upcycle will be available in my winter sweater drop on 11/20! This was another embroidery heavy upcycle, with only the trees (and one hat) being appliqués.

The people were so small, I honestly wasn’t sure how they’d come out, but I really loved the idea of the knit patterns being part of their ski trails. It was actually a lot of fun to simplify them into these very tiny cartoonish figures.

Do you ski? It terrifies me. I’ll be making a snow rat instead, thank you.

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #patchwork #diyfashion #upcycling #applique #freemotionembroidery #thrift #slowfashion

Closeups of the Winter Walk Sweater (L). Will be available with the winter sweater drop on 11/20!

Each footstep was embroidered by me with a free motion foot, not an embroidery machine. The fuzzy sweater looks just like snow, and I wasn’t sure the footsteps would show up well with all the fluff, but I think the effect turned out really nice! It’s much more embroidery focused than my usual appliqué work, but I love embroidery so much, I was excited to do this. That’s why it’s the first sweater for my upcoming drop that I did.

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #freemotionembroidery #upcycle #reworked #slowfashion #wintersweater

Closeups of the Winter Walk Sweater (L). Will be available with the winter sweater drop on 11/20!

Each footstep was embroidered by me with a free motion foot, not an embroidery machine. The fuzzy sweater looks just like snow, and I wasn’t sure the footsteps would show up well with all the fluff, but I think the effect turned out really nice! It’s much more embroidery focused than my usual appliqué work, but I love embroidery so much, I was excited to do this. That’s why it’s the first sweater for my upcoming drop that I did.

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #freemotionembroidery #upcycle #reworked #slowfashion #wintersweater

Free motion embroidery, my beloved. This is one of the upcycled sweaters that will be available in my winter sweater drop.

I found this super soft sweater and it instantly reminded me of snow. I wanted to try something more embroidery focused instead of using appliqué, so I embroidered some snowy footprints on it. Hopefully that’s what it looks like!

I really recommend trying out free motion embroidery if this intrigues you. I started out doing embroidery by hand, which is enjoyable in its own way, but I love how I can just glide the fabric around and use the needle like a pen. It takes some practice to get a feel for it, but it’s fun to experiment with.

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #thrift #slowfashion

Free motion embroidery, my beloved. This is one of the upcycled sweaters that will be available in my winter sweater drop.

I found this super soft sweater and it instantly reminded me of snow. I wanted to try something more embroidery focused instead of using appliqué, so I embroidered some snowy footprints on it. Hopefully that’s what it looks like!

I really recommend trying out free motion embroidery if this intrigues you. I started out doing embroidery by hand, which is enjoyable in its own way, but I love how I can just glide the fabric around and use the needle like a pen. It takes some practice to get a feel for it, but it’s fun to experiment with.

#upcycledfashion #christmassweater #sewing #embroidery #sustainblefashion #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #thrift #slowfashion

It’s starting to get pretty chilly in a lot of places, so it may be a good time to get a jacket… on a completely unrelated note, here are some pics of the upcycled cyber jacket (L).

This jacket was donated to me, and I was having such a tough time coming up with what to do with it. I liked the look the high collar gave it and thought maybe I could turn it into some y2k Cybercore buzzword something-or-other jacket. Really I just wanted to make cool patterns.

These were really tough patches to sew on. I used a pillowcase to cut these long strips, and they were giving me so much trouble to attach smoothly. I think it all worked out in the end though. It’s not perfectly symmetrical, but I never really intended it to be. I like a little handmade imperfection.

#upcycledfashion #sewing #patchwork #sustainblefashion #cybercore #upcycle #reworked #diyfashion #slowfashion

It’s starting to get pretty chilly in a lot of places, so it may be a good time to get a jacket… on a completely unrelated note, here are some pics of the upcycled cyber jacket (L).

This jacket was donated to me, and I was having such a tough time coming up with what to do with it. I liked the look the high collar gave it and thought maybe I could turn it into some y2k Cybercore buzzword something-or-other jacket. Really I just wanted to make cool patterns.

These were really tough patches to sew on. I used a pillowcase to cut these long strips, and they were giving me so much trouble to attach smoothly. I think it all worked out in the end though. It’s not perfectly symmetrical, but I never really intended it to be. I like a little handmade imperfection.

#upcycledfashion #sewing #patchwork #sustainblefashion #cybercore #upcycle #reworked #diyfashion #slowfashion

This was a custom order for someone, and I love how it turned out! It might be my favorite button tie yet. Kinda jealous I had to send it away, but I’m more happy that it’s going to an awesome home!

I wonder if I should make any button ties for my winter sweater drop this November… maybe I will if I have extra time… let me know if you have any fun winter or holiday themed button tie ideas.

Upcycled fabrics used: the front and back of a red pillowcase and a catbug tee

#upcycledfashion #sewing #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #customart #upcycling #patchwork #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #reworked

This was a custom order for someone, and I love how it turned out! It might be my favorite button tie yet. Kinda jealous I had to send it away, but I’m more happy that it’s going to an awesome home!

I wonder if I should make any button ties for my winter sweater drop this November… maybe I will if I have extra time… let me know if you have any fun winter or holiday themed button tie ideas.

Upcycled fabrics used: the front and back of a red pillowcase and a catbug tee

#upcycledfashion #sewing #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #customart #upcycling #patchwork #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #reworked

Here are some close ups of the upcycled gothic dollhouse hoodie (L). This was maybe one of the most fun upcycles to make. I love making miniatures and dollhouses, so this really scratched that itch.

The vampire and the vampire cat attach to various areas of the house with hook and loop tape, but I’m proud of how I hid it. The footprints, vase, teapot, pillows, and cat bed are all made with the soft side of hook and loop tape.

I already have plans to make a winter version of this, which will be coming in my November winter sweater drop 👀

Upcycled fabrics used: donated hoodie, red pillowcase, tie from a tube top, three graphic tees, and a white pillowcase

#upcycledfashion #sewing #interactiveart #patchwork #embroidery #interactiveclothing #sustainableclothing #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #upcycle #reworked

Here are some close ups of the upcycled gothic dollhouse hoodie (L). This was maybe one of the most fun upcycles to make. I love making miniatures and dollhouses, so this really scratched that itch.

The vampire and the vampire cat attach to various areas of the house with hook and loop tape, but I’m proud of how I hid it. The footprints, vase, teapot, pillows, and cat bed are all made with the soft side of hook and loop tape.

I already have plans to make a winter version of this, which will be coming in my November winter sweater drop 👀

Upcycled fabrics used: donated hoodie, red pillowcase, tie from a tube top, three graphic tees, and a white pillowcase

#upcycledfashion #sewing #interactiveart #patchwork #embroidery #interactiveclothing #sustainableclothing #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #upcycle #reworked

There are other things I made this month, but these are the ones I wanted to show off the most. Do you have a favorite?

Almost all of these are (at this moment) still waiting for a home, along with some other silly stuff I didn’t show. Everything is upcycled and made with secondhand materials fyi!

Time to go make even more appliqué upcycles for November!

#upcycledfashion #sewing #patchwork #sustainblefashion #outfitinspo #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion

There are other things I made this month, but these are the ones I wanted to show off the most. Do you have a favorite?

Almost all of these are (at this moment) still waiting for a home, along with some other silly stuff I didn’t show. Everything is upcycled and made with secondhand materials fyi!

Time to go make even more appliqué upcycles for November!

#upcycledfashion #sewing #patchwork #sustainblefashion #outfitinspo #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion

Some close ups of the upcycled ocean sunset sweater (XL)

The moment I saw this sweater at the thrift store, I knew it had to become an ocean sunset. The changing colors just fit so perfect for a scene like this. And it gave me a good excuse to make a bunch of sea life appliqués with some fun scrap fabrics I hadn’t really used much of before. As always, all materials are secondhand!

I don’t usually do appliqué patches that wrap around the side of a top, so the whale gave me a little trouble, but I’m happy with how it turned out!

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted knit sweater, three pillowcases, a multicolor placemat, a cloth napkin, two plain tees, and a graphic tee

#sewing #upcycledfashion #patchwork #embroidery #sustainableclothing #reworked #applique #freemotionembroidery #thrift

Some close ups of the upcycled ocean sunset sweater (XL)

The moment I saw this sweater at the thrift store, I knew it had to become an ocean sunset. The changing colors just fit so perfect for a scene like this. And it gave me a good excuse to make a bunch of sea life appliqués with some fun scrap fabrics I hadn’t really used much of before. As always, all materials are secondhand!

I don’t usually do appliqué patches that wrap around the side of a top, so the whale gave me a little trouble, but I’m happy with how it turned out!

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted knit sweater, three pillowcases, a multicolor placemat, a cloth napkin, two plain tees, and a graphic tee

#sewing #upcycledfashion #patchwork #embroidery #sustainableclothing #reworked #applique #freemotionembroidery #thrift

Mending doesn’t always have to mean hiding. Sashiko stitching has recently gained some traction, as well as other more visible mending styles, which I think is great! But I’m too impatient to hand stitch, so I prefer the patch method.

Think creatively! A patch can not only repair a torn item, but breathe new life into it and make it even more fun than it was before!

The fabric for the patches all came from secondhand items too, which is a great use for those clothing items that would need some serious Frankensteining to bring back to life. Cut em up as patches instead!

#visiblemending #patches #sewing #upcycling #sustainableclothing #upcycledfashion #patchwork #diyfashion #applique #slowfashion #thrift #upcycling

Mending doesn’t always have to mean hiding. Sashiko stitching has recently gained some traction, as well as other more visible mending styles, which I think is great! But I’m too impatient to hand stitch, so I prefer the patch method.

Think creatively! A patch can not only repair a torn item, but breathe new life into it and make it even more fun than it was before!

The fabric for the patches all came from secondhand items too, which is a great use for those clothing items that would need some serious Frankensteining to bring back to life. Cut em up as patches instead!

#visiblemending #patches #sewing #upcycling #sustainableclothing #upcycledfashion #patchwork #diyfashion #applique #slowfashion #thrift #upcycling

Closeups of the upcycled sketchbook sweater (XXL). The pencil cup is a pocket that can actually hold your pencils and the sketchbook opens and closes! It comes with a washable fabric marker that you can store in the pocket and use to write/draw in the sketchbook.

I have a lot of fun adding interactive elements to my clothing, and something about a pencil cup appliqué that actually works as a pencil cup is so fun to me. I asked you guys if you thought I should leave the book blank to fill in yourself or cover it in embroidered doodles, and it was a pretty split vote. I did a little bit of both by having some embroidered doodles around the edges but leaving the middle blank for you to doodle in yourself. That way it’s cute whether you draw in it or not.

This cozy sweater is waiting for the perfect home, along with some other fun interactive stuff.

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted sweater, multicolor placemat, white and red pillowcases, pink placemat, and a plain yellow tee.

#upcycling #sewing #patchwork #reworked #fyp

Closeups of the upcycled sketchbook sweater (XXL). The pencil cup is a pocket that can actually hold your pencils and the sketchbook opens and closes! It comes with a washable fabric marker that you can store in the pocket and use to write/draw in the sketchbook.

I have a lot of fun adding interactive elements to my clothing, and something about a pencil cup appliqué that actually works as a pencil cup is so fun to me. I asked you guys if you thought I should leave the book blank to fill in yourself or cover it in embroidered doodles, and it was a pretty split vote. I did a little bit of both by having some embroidered doodles around the edges but leaving the middle blank for you to doodle in yourself. That way it’s cute whether you draw in it or not.

This cozy sweater is waiting for the perfect home, along with some other fun interactive stuff.

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted sweater, multicolor placemat, white and red pillowcases, pink placemat, and a plain yellow tee.

#upcycling #sewing #patchwork #reworked #fyp

The stargirl shirt and her interactive flip phone! I had a lot of fun upcycling this shirt I thrifted. I really went ham on the embroidery and (obviously) I had to add an interactive element.

This shirt is for me, but if you like it, I’ve got more interactive upcycles on my site you can check out.

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted stripe button-up, yellow scrap fabric of mysterious origin and a pink cloth napkin

#upcycledfashion #sewing #embroidery #sustainableclothing #patchwork #interactiveclothing #interactiveart #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion

The stargirl shirt and her interactive flip phone! I had a lot of fun upcycling this shirt I thrifted. I really went ham on the embroidery and (obviously) I had to add an interactive element.

This shirt is for me, but if you like it, I’ve got more interactive upcycles on my site you can check out.

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted stripe button-up, yellow scrap fabric of mysterious origin and a pink cloth napkin

#upcycledfashion #sewing #embroidery #sustainableclothing #patchwork #interactiveclothing #interactiveart #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #slowfashion

Details pics of the upcycled “ants on my pants” pants (L). Did I mention those are watermelon pockets?

I spotted these when I was thrifting with a friend and knew I had to make a sequel to my ant picnic shirt. If I still had that shirt, I’d take pictures of them together, but alas that shirt has found its new home. These pants however… 👀

I will watch or listen to things while I’m sewing, so the memory of whatever I was watching gets kind of embedded into the project for me. These pants are infused with Little Miss Sunshine, for instance.

I know these are more summer pants than fall ones, but come on, picnics are year round (you just might have to have them indoors on your carpet sometimes). Each appliqué patch is made with secondhand materials!

Upcycled fabrics used: gingham pants, kid’s green dress, red and green pillowcases, a napkin, and two plain tees

#upcycledfashion #sewing #embroidery #sustainableclothing #slowfashion #diyfashion #applique #patchwork #reworked #thrift

Details pics of the upcycled “ants on my pants” pants (L). Did I mention those are watermelon pockets?

I spotted these when I was thrifting with a friend and knew I had to make a sequel to my ant picnic shirt. If I still had that shirt, I’d take pictures of them together, but alas that shirt has found its new home. These pants however… 👀

I will watch or listen to things while I’m sewing, so the memory of whatever I was watching gets kind of embedded into the project for me. These pants are infused with Little Miss Sunshine, for instance.

I know these are more summer pants than fall ones, but come on, picnics are year round (you just might have to have them indoors on your carpet sometimes). Each appliqué patch is made with secondhand materials!

Upcycled fabrics used: gingham pants, kid’s green dress, red and green pillowcases, a napkin, and two plain tees

#upcycledfashion #sewing #embroidery #sustainableclothing #slowfashion #diyfashion #applique #patchwork #reworked #thrift

I’ve been really enjoying drawing with my sewing machine, so this shirt was an excuse to do more of that. I started out drawing long before I got into embroidery or sewing, so of course it’s going to end up in my designs.

This shirt is for me, but if you like it, you may like the other upcycled and interactive clothing I have (wink wink nudge nudge).

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted button-up, pink napkin, and a yellow scrap fabric of mysterious origin

#upcycledfashion #patchwork #sewing #embroidery #outfitinspo #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion #sustainablefashion

I’ve been really enjoying drawing with my sewing machine, so this shirt was an excuse to do more of that. I started out drawing long before I got into embroidery or sewing, so of course it’s going to end up in my designs.

This shirt is for me, but if you like it, you may like the other upcycled and interactive clothing I have (wink wink nudge nudge).

Upcycled fabrics used: thrifted button-up, pink napkin, and a yellow scrap fabric of mysterious origin

#upcycledfashion #patchwork #sewing #embroidery #outfitinspo #diyfashion #applique #upcycling #freemotionembroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion #sustainablefashion

Details of the upcycled cozy bear tee (M)

For this shirt, I wanted to try purposefully wrinkling the appliqué, instead of trying to keep it as smooth as possible like I usually do. It was actually harder than I thought to make purposeful, but unmoving wrinkles. I think it made a fun messy blanket effect though, as if it was early morning and the bear had been tossing around at night (like I do). And the bedsheet is actually made from a real bedsheet!

I think it’s a really cute tee, and it’s still waiting for someone to snag it!

Upcycled fabrics used: bedsheet, brown tee, tan cloth napkin

#upcycledfashion #patchwork #sustainablefashion #sewing #slowfashion #applique #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #reworked #upcycle #diyfashion

Details of the upcycled cozy bear tee (M)

For this shirt, I wanted to try purposefully wrinkling the appliqué, instead of trying to keep it as smooth as possible like I usually do. It was actually harder than I thought to make purposeful, but unmoving wrinkles. I think it made a fun messy blanket effect though, as if it was early morning and the bear had been tossing around at night (like I do). And the bedsheet is actually made from a real bedsheet!

I think it’s a really cute tee, and it’s still waiting for someone to snag it!

Upcycled fabrics used: bedsheet, brown tee, tan cloth napkin

#upcycledfashion #patchwork #sustainablefashion #sewing #slowfashion #applique #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #reworked #upcycle #diyfashion

Had to get a little artsy with this video cause it’s an artsy sweater. I mean, come on, a sketchbook sweater you can actually sketch in? And a pencil cup that’s a pocket for your actual pens and pencils? It comes with a washable fabric marker that erases with water so you can sketch endlessly!

This upcycled XXL sweater is now ready for whatever artsy person out there needs it. Made with all secondhand materials, as always!

Recycled fabrics used: patterned placemat, pink napkin, two pillowcases, and a plain tee

#upcycledfashion #sewing #patchwork #applique #sustainblefashion

Had to get a little artsy with this video cause it’s an artsy sweater. I mean, come on, a sketchbook sweater you can actually sketch in? And a pencil cup that’s a pocket for your actual pens and pencils? It comes with a washable fabric marker that erases with water so you can sketch endlessly!

This upcycled XXL sweater is now ready for whatever artsy person out there needs it. Made with all secondhand materials, as always!

Recycled fabrics used: patterned placemat, pink napkin, two pillowcases, and a plain tee

#upcycledfashion #sewing #patchwork #applique #sustainblefashion

Close ups of the upcycled sleepy cat cardigan (M/L)! Still waiting for its perfect match.

This cardigan originally had a lot of traditional tattoo style patches on it. A friend of mine thrifted it for those patches, but didn’t fit in the actual cardigan, so it was donated to me to give it a new life. The style and those big pearl buttons made me think of a very cozy lady with fuzzy slippers, a book, and a big cat.

The cup is a pocket and the book opens! It also comes with a washable fabric marker that you can use to draw or write in the book and then wash it off with water. My favorite element though is the appliqué cat. I spent a lot of time embroidering all that fur, and I love how it came out. I usually do a zigzag stitch around the edges to reduce fraying, but I left the edges frayed for this one to look like fuzzy fur.

Recycled fabrics used: pink pillowcase, gingham pillowcase, baby tee, cloth napkin, patterned button-up, and a green pillowcase.

#upcycledfashion #applique #patchwork #sewing #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #diyfashion #fallstyle #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #thrift

Close ups of the upcycled sleepy cat cardigan (M/L)! Still waiting for its perfect match.

This cardigan originally had a lot of traditional tattoo style patches on it. A friend of mine thrifted it for those patches, but didn’t fit in the actual cardigan, so it was donated to me to give it a new life. The style and those big pearl buttons made me think of a very cozy lady with fuzzy slippers, a book, and a big cat.

The cup is a pocket and the book opens! It also comes with a washable fabric marker that you can use to draw or write in the book and then wash it off with water. My favorite element though is the appliqué cat. I spent a lot of time embroidering all that fur, and I love how it came out. I usually do a zigzag stitch around the edges to reduce fraying, but I left the edges frayed for this one to look like fuzzy fur.

Recycled fabrics used: pink pillowcase, gingham pillowcase, baby tee, cloth napkin, patterned button-up, and a green pillowcase.

#upcycledfashion #applique #patchwork #sewing #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #diyfashion #fallstyle #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #thrift

Showing off the details form my upcycled pumpkin mice shirt (16-18)! It’s still waiting on finding its perfect home.

This might be one of my favorite things I’ve made, but I’m particularly biased towards anything with mice and rats on it. I’ve always loved field mice and would much rather have some pumpkin mice than pumpkin spice, but that’s just me.

I thrifted this really soft flowy shirt and used two cloth napkins and a bed sheet to create the appliqué patches. Free motion embroidery is my best friend and I used it to add all of those little embroidered details.

#upcycledfashion #fallfashion #sewing #applique #reworked #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #diyfashion #sustainableclothing

Showing off the details form my upcycled pumpkin mice shirt (16-18)! It’s still waiting on finding its perfect home.

This might be one of my favorite things I’ve made, but I’m particularly biased towards anything with mice and rats on it. I’ve always loved field mice and would much rather have some pumpkin mice than pumpkin spice, but that’s just me.

I thrifted this really soft flowy shirt and used two cloth napkins and a bed sheet to create the appliqué patches. Free motion embroidery is my best friend and I used it to add all of those little embroidered details.

#upcycledfashion #fallfashion #sewing #applique #reworked #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #diyfashion #sustainableclothing

The moment I saw this sweater at the thrift, I thought it looked just like an ocean sunset, so that’s what it became! It’s so soft and cozy and fun, I love it. I loved making all of the little fish and sea creatures, and of course I had to put a little rat in the sailboat.

What do you think of this upcycle?

Rescued fabrics used: pillowcases, placemat, cloth napkin, graphic tees, plain tees

Available right now! Size XL

#fallfashion #upcycledfashion #patchwork #applique #sewin

The moment I saw this sweater at the thrift, I thought it looked just like an ocean sunset, so that’s what it became! It’s so soft and cozy and fun, I love it. I loved making all of the little fish and sea creatures, and of course I had to put a little rat in the sailboat.

What do you think of this upcycle?

Rescued fabrics used: pillowcases, placemat, cloth napkin, graphic tees, plain tees

Available right now! Size XL

#fallfashion #upcycledfashion #patchwork #applique #sewin

Strike Master Merino Sweater (L)

I’m happy with how this sweater turned out. I like trying to show motion in a still image and was inspired by photo guides of bowling throws. The man is sewn with free motion embroidery, which I love doing.

This merino wool sweater was donated to me with a few small holes in it, which I was able to patch over with the appliqué patches. Now it’s as good as new and more fun. Available now!

Rescued fabrics used: thrifted yellow tee, and two thrifted pillowcases

#upcycledfashion #applique #sewing #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #patchwork #upcycle #diyfashion #rework #bowling

Strike Master Merino Sweater (L)

I’m happy with how this sweater turned out. I like trying to show motion in a still image and was inspired by photo guides of bowling throws. The man is sewn with free motion embroidery, which I love doing.

This merino wool sweater was donated to me with a few small holes in it, which I was able to patch over with the appliqué patches. Now it’s as good as new and more fun. Available now!

Rescued fabrics used: thrifted yellow tee, and two thrifted pillowcases

#upcycledfashion #applique #sewing #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #patchwork #upcycle #diyfashion #rework #bowling

I love vampires and interactive clothing, what can I say?

These three upcycles were so fun to make! I hope they inspire you to make some fun spooky sweaters yourself. All made using secondhand materials and clothing!

The coffin sweater sold, but the other two are still available!

#fallfashion #spookyseason #halloweenlook #applique #upcycledfashion #sewing #diyfashion #patchwork #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion

I love vampires and interactive clothing, what can I say?

These three upcycles were so fun to make! I hope they inspire you to make some fun spooky sweaters yourself. All made using secondhand materials and clothing!

The coffin sweater sold, but the other two are still available!

#fallfashion #spookyseason #halloweenlook #applique #upcycledfashion #sewing #diyfashion #patchwork #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion

I had so much fun making all of these! Which one is your favorite?

All of these shirts were made with repurposed fabrics and upcycled by me! I use shirts and sweaters that have been donated to me or thrifted and then use fabric scraps from pillowcases, tees, placemats, etc. to create these really fun appliqués.

Available now!

#fallfashion #outfitinspo #autumnaesthetic #upcycledfashion #sewing #upcycling #applique #patchwork #diyfashion #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion

I had so much fun making all of these! Which one is your favorite?

All of these shirts were made with repurposed fabrics and upcycled by me! I use shirts and sweaters that have been donated to me or thrifted and then use fabric scraps from pillowcases, tees, placemats, etc. to create these really fun appliqués.

Available now!

#fallfashion #outfitinspo #autumnaesthetic #upcycledfashion #sewing #upcycling #applique #patchwork #diyfashion #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion

I’m so excited to show this fall outfit off! It took me an especially long time to finish, but it’s done and available now!

I was donated this cardigan to upcycle and using only recycled materials, it has been transformed into something interactive and fun! This was my first time embroidering fur, but I think the cat turned out so cute. It’s also the one appliqué patch that I left with raw edges to look like the cat’s fuzzy fur.

Rescued fabric scraps used: a cloth napkin, three pillowcases, a button-up, and two plain tees.

#fallfashion, #applique, #outfitinspo, #autumnaesthetic, #sewing #diyfashion #upcycling #upcycledfashion #patchwork #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion #interactiveart #interactiveclothing

I’m so excited to show this fall outfit off! It took me an especially long time to finish, but it’s done and available now!

I was donated this cardigan to upcycle and using only recycled materials, it has been transformed into something interactive and fun! This was my first time embroidering fur, but I think the cat turned out so cute. It’s also the one appliqué patch that I left with raw edges to look like the cat’s fuzzy fur.

Rescued fabric scraps used: a cloth napkin, three pillowcases, a button-up, and two plain tees.

#fallfashion, #applique, #outfitinspo, #autumnaesthetic, #sewing #diyfashion #upcycling #upcycledfashion #patchwork #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion #interactiveart #interactiveclothing

Can you tell I like vampires? This is my third vampire themed upcycle this month. Isn’t it so fun though?

This rescued hoodie originally had a huge square of text right in the middle that I was struggling to figure out how to cover up. My best inspiration comes from the thrifted garments themselves because I realized a square dollhouse would be the perfect coverup! And it had to be gothic because it’s October and it would match the dark colors of the hoodie. Problem solved.

It’s available right now! I hope you guys love it as much as I do!!

Rescued fabrics used: pillowcase, graphic tee, band shirt, cloth napkin, plain tee, thrifted fabric scrap

#sustainblefashion #fallfashion #applique #spookyseason #sewing #upcycling #diyfashion #interactiveart #interactiveclothing #patchwork #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion

Can you tell I like vampires? This is my third vampire themed upcycle this month. Isn’t it so fun though?

This rescued hoodie originally had a huge square of text right in the middle that I was struggling to figure out how to cover up. My best inspiration comes from the thrifted garments themselves because I realized a square dollhouse would be the perfect coverup! And it had to be gothic because it’s October and it would match the dark colors of the hoodie. Problem solved.

It’s available right now! I hope you guys love it as much as I do!!

Rescued fabrics used: pillowcase, graphic tee, band shirt, cloth napkin, plain tee, thrifted fabric scrap

#sustainblefashion #fallfashion #applique #spookyseason #sewing #upcycling #diyfashion #interactiveart #interactiveclothing #patchwork #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift #upcycledclothing #slowfashion

Surely this many candles and Sopor Aeternus will summon that someone, right?

I thrifted this ruffled shirt a while ago but it doesn’t fit me, which makes me so sad. Turning it into something I like even more that I know will be perfect for someone else, makes me feel much better about it though. Available right now in time for Halloween!

#sustainblefashion #tradgoth #romanticgoth #upcycledfashion #sewing #upcycling #diyfashion #patchwork #applique #embroidery #upcycledclothing #gothgoth #gothfashion

Surely this many candles and Sopor Aeternus will summon that someone, right?

I thrifted this ruffled shirt a while ago but it doesn’t fit me, which makes me so sad. Turning it into something I like even more that I know will be perfect for someone else, makes me feel much better about it though. Available right now in time for Halloween!

#sustainblefashion #tradgoth #romanticgoth #upcycledfashion #sewing #upcycling #diyfashion #patchwork #applique #embroidery #upcycledclothing #gothgoth #gothfashion

I wanted to make some collages of outfits inspired by the clothing I’ve designed and created. All of the appliqué clothing items are made by me and available on my site right now! If you like anything else you see, I’ve credited everything below:

Picnic Fit:
* Pants by me! CraftyRats
* Mantis tee (original artist unknown. This shirt design is on numerous sites)
* Apple necklace by SimplybySunshine Etsy
* Ant earrings by TheCreativeKastle Etsy
* Picnic basket by HousesAndParties

Cyber Fit:
* Zip-up jacket by me! CraftyRats
* Strap pants by AttitudeClothing
* Star sneakers by Boogzel
* Headphones by Sony
* Star clip by MingaLondon

Patchwork Fit:
* Patchwork shirt by me! CraftyRats
* Dove pants by Daxuen
* Brown shoes by FreePeople
* Mushroom hat by SugarPlumStore
* Button bracelet by Hausofjb

Moon Fit:
* Sweater by me! CraftyRats
* Flared pants by BonaDrag
* Moon earrings by LastCenturyJewels
* Beret by Fibflx
* Boots by Dr. Martens

Circus fit:
* Shirt by me! CraftyRats
* Star jeans by FreePeople
* Circus shoes by Moschino
* Star necklace by MissBeaujangles Etsy
* Carousel earrings by MakokotDesign

Pumpkin Mice Fit:
* Shirt by me! CraftyRats
* Brown pants by TheLittleBazaar
* Brown shoes by Obiono
* Mouse ring by SNJewelrings Etsy
* Pumpkin earrings by Oliverandetta Etsy

#upcycledfashion #sustainableclothing #sewing #embroidery #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #diyfashion #upcycling #thrift #styleinspo

I wanted to make some collages of outfits inspired by the clothing I’ve designed and created. All of the appliqué clothing items are made by me and available on my site right now! If you like anything else you see, I’ve credited everything below:

Picnic Fit:
* Pants by me! CraftyRats
* Mantis tee (original artist unknown. This shirt design is on numerous sites)
* Apple necklace by SimplybySunshine Etsy
* Ant earrings by TheCreativeKastle Etsy
* Picnic basket by HousesAndParties

Cyber Fit:
* Zip-up jacket by me! CraftyRats
* Strap pants by AttitudeClothing
* Star sneakers by Boogzel
* Headphones by Sony
* Star clip by MingaLondon

Patchwork Fit:
* Patchwork shirt by me! CraftyRats
* Dove pants by Daxuen
* Brown shoes by FreePeople
* Mushroom hat by SugarPlumStore
* Button bracelet by Hausofjb

Moon Fit:
* Sweater by me! CraftyRats
* Flared pants by BonaDrag
* Moon earrings by LastCenturyJewels
* Beret by Fibflx
* Boots by Dr. Martens

Circus fit:
* Shirt by me! CraftyRats
* Star jeans by FreePeople
* Circus shoes by Moschino
* Star necklace by MissBeaujangles Etsy
* Carousel earrings by MakokotDesign

Pumpkin Mice Fit:
* Shirt by me! CraftyRats
* Brown pants by TheLittleBazaar
* Brown shoes by Obiono
* Mouse ring by SNJewelrings Etsy
* Pumpkin earrings by Oliverandetta Etsy

#upcycledfashion #sustainableclothing #sewing #embroidery #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #diyfashion #upcycling #thrift #styleinspo

You guys fell in love with my ant picnic shirt, so when I saw these pants at the thrift, I just knew they would be my next upcycling project. I think these are sooo fun, I’m tempted to keep them for myself.

They’ve got two watermelon pockets AND secret pockets behind those. Double pockets baby, I don’t mess around.

Available right now!

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #applique #patchwork #sewing #upcycling #sewing #diyfashion #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #upcycledclothing #thrift

You guys fell in love with my ant picnic shirt, so when I saw these pants at the thrift, I just knew they would be my next upcycling project. I think these are sooo fun, I’m tempted to keep them for myself.

They’ve got two watermelon pockets AND secret pockets behind those. Double pockets baby, I don’t mess around.

Available right now!

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #applique #patchwork #sewing #upcycling #sewing #diyfashion #slowfashion #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #upcycledclothing #thrift

Available now!

I had a dream that I made this and everyone thought it sucked lol. Let’s see if that dream was actually a prophecy?

Honestly though, I like how it turned out. It’s different than what I usually do, and handling those long wobbly pieces of fabric was not easy. But I think it gives it a cool look that really makes this jacket unique. I just know someone could style the heck out of this. That someone is just not me.

Rescued fabrics used: sheets and a jacket

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #patchwork #sewing #diyfashion #upcycling #applique #thrift #cybercore #upcycledclothing

Available now!

I had a dream that I made this and everyone thought it sucked lol. Let’s see if that dream was actually a prophecy?

Honestly though, I like how it turned out. It’s different than what I usually do, and handling those long wobbly pieces of fabric was not easy. But I think it gives it a cool look that really makes this jacket unique. I just know someone could style the heck out of this. That someone is just not me.

Rescued fabrics used: sheets and a jacket

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #patchwork #sewing #diyfashion #upcycling #applique #thrift #cybercore #upcycledclothing

This XL shirt is available now!

Happy October! I think this is maybe my favorite patch I’ve ever made. This is for people who love field mice making a home out of a big pumpkin, okay?

Rescued fabrics used: cloth napkins and a curtain

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #upcycling #sewing #diyfashion #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift

This XL shirt is available now!

Happy October! I think this is maybe my favorite patch I’ve ever made. This is for people who love field mice making a home out of a big pumpkin, okay?

Rescued fabrics used: cloth napkins and a curtain

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #upcycling #sewing #diyfashion #freemotionembroidery #embroidery #thrift

Still available on my site!

I wanted to show some close ups of this upcycled shirt because I think the patches turned out really fun. I don’t do much lettering embroidery, but I’d like to do more because this was quite fun.

My designs are usually inspired by the base clothing I have on hand, and this button up was screaming circus train. My mom had recently found this rainbow tiger shirt at the thrift store, and I knew it would be perfect for this.

Rescued fabrics used: pillowcases, plain tee, band tee, rainbow tiger shirt, patterned button-up

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #thrift #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #sewing

Still available on my site!

I wanted to show some close ups of this upcycled shirt because I think the patches turned out really fun. I don’t do much lettering embroidery, but I’d like to do more because this was quite fun.

My designs are usually inspired by the base clothing I have on hand, and this button up was screaming circus train. My mom had recently found this rainbow tiger shirt at the thrift store, and I knew it would be perfect for this.

Rescued fabrics used: pillowcases, plain tee, band tee, rainbow tiger shirt, patterned button-up

#upcycledfashion #sustainblefashion #slowfashion #patchwork #applique #thrift #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #sewing

Available now at craftyrats.com!

I just knew I had to do something circus themed with this shirt. It’s already so fun with its stripes and vibrant colors!

Now it’s got a little circus train of traveling tigers around the hem. I had a lot of fun with the embroidered detailing with this one, especially those flower wheels!

Fabrics used: button-up shirt, pillowcases, rainbow tiger graphic tee, plain tee, band tee

#upcycledfashion #sustainableclothing #sewing #slowfashion #embroidery #diyfashion #upcycling #patchwork #freemotionembroidery #applique #upcycledclothing

Available now at craftyrats.com!

I just knew I had to do something circus themed with this shirt. It’s already so fun with its stripes and vibrant colors!

Now it’s got a little circus train of traveling tigers around the hem. I had a lot of fun with the embroidered detailing with this one, especially those flower wheels!

Fabrics used: button-up shirt, pillowcases, rainbow tiger graphic tee, plain tee, band tee

#upcycledfashion #sustainableclothing #sewing #slowfashion #embroidery #diyfashion #upcycling #patchwork #freemotionembroidery #applique #upcycledclothing

It’s tie time! All of these are available right now on my site.

Do you have a favorite?

#upcycledfashion #sustainableclothing #sewing #slowfashion #diyfashion

It’s tie time! All of these are available right now on my site.

Do you have a favorite?

#upcycledfashion #sustainableclothing #sewing #slowfashion #diyfashion

All the button ties that will be available tomorrow!

Which one is your favorite? I think I like the gummy worm the most. It’s definitely a wonkier tie, but I think that’s what makes it so fun.

#upcycledfashion #slowfashion #sustainableclothing #diyfashion #sewing #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #upcycling #buttonties

All the button ties that will be available tomorrow!

Which one is your favorite? I think I like the gummy worm the most. It’s definitely a wonkier tie, but I think that’s what makes it so fun.

#upcycledfashion #slowfashion #sustainableclothing #diyfashion #sewing #embroidery #freemotionembroidery #upcycling #buttonties

Better avoid the garlic bread while wearing this sweater… or at least keep the coffin closed while you’re eating it.

I’ve been waiting for fall to make this idea I’ve had for a while now! I watched a bunch of Dracula movies while I was making it, but this vampire is more inspired by the look of Nosferatu.

Available at craftyrats.com!

#upcycledfashion #sewing #interactiveclothing #patchwork #slowfashion #diyfashion #freemotionembroidery #applique #embroidery #thrift #upcycling

Better avoid the garlic bread while wearing this sweater… or at least keep the coffin closed while you’re eating it.

I’ve been waiting for fall to make this idea I’ve had for a while now! I watched a bunch of Dracula movies while I was making it, but this vampire is more inspired by the look of Nosferatu.

Available at craftyrats.com!

#upcycledfashion #sewing #interactiveclothing #patchwork #slowfashion #diyfashion #freemotionembroidery #applique #embroidery #thrift #upcycling

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