refashion

Turtle Neck to Ruffle Neck

When the daughter of Maya of Maya*Made was gifted a plain turtleneck from a sibling, she declared it “too chokey” and boring to wear. Mom came to the rescue with a brilliant and stylish solution by trimming the turtleneck down and creating a ruffled edge with lettuce stitching. The result was so nice that Maya […]

Upcycled Gun Jewelry

This jewelry made from reclaimed gun parts is a beautiful conversation piece. The intention of the GUN Reclamation Project is a statement about non-violence and transforming weapons into peaceful wearable art. I wonder if people who use and enjoy guns will want to wear them as well? [via ecouterre] More: Gunfight Cross Stitch Gun Purse […]

How-To: Easy Ribbon Rosettes

Delicate embellishments are a classic way to spruce up just about anything. I remember having tiny pink ribbon roses on my favorite pinafore when I was young, and the dainty trend is retuning in a big way. Materials: Wide wired ribbon, about 1′ Thin ribbon, about 2′ Large eye needle Thread a large eye needle […]

How-To: Add a Zipper to a Cycling Jersey

Instructables user dilg writes: Merino wool is an excellent material for cool weather outdoor wear because it is lightweight, moisture-wicking, and still holds its insulating properties when wet. Unlike other wools, Merino isn’t “scratchy” on the skin and is relatively hard-wearing if knit properly, withstanding even washing machine treatment. This Instructable illustrates how to add […]