It's back, it's back! The Refashioners is back for 2015 with exciting shirt refashions hosted by the Makery every single day in August. I had so much fun taking part two years ago that it was impossible to turn down Portia's second invitation.
I was super adventurous last time, despite refashioning not being a strong skill of mine, but this year I took a slightly different approach which involved ticking off another #vintagepledge make off my list. There's still plenty of time to sign up by the way, with some great prizes up for grabs!
I picked my own this year and I was delighted when I happened upon this 100% linen Boden shirt for a mere £4.50. It was in tip top condition and although I'm not usually a huge fan of pink, this shade of blush really appealed to me. In a bid to end up with a classic wardrobe staple I turned to 1950s Simplicity 4656. To find out exactly how I did this, hop on over to my post on the Makery!
Instead of facings, I finished my neckline, armholes and hem with stripy bias binding for an extra pop of interest. Pink and navy is such a chic combination and the cherry on top of course, were the matching buttons I stumbled upon on ebay.
For the first time in its history, you too can take part in The Refashioners with a truly wonderful prize package worth over £500 up for grabs! So, are you tempted to #getshirty with us?
ooh lovely!
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DeleteThis looks great! Lovely pattern. Plus vintage pledge win too!
ReplyDeleteYep, two birds with one stone ;o)
DeleteCute top and the fit is so flattering. I'm a fan of button back tops.
ReplyDeleteI love back detail too :o)
DeleteAbsolutely gorgeous Marie! Before this year's Refashioners it didn't even occur to me I could use a pattern on an oversized shirt - I just thought refashioning involved making it smaller/taking the sleeves off etc! So much inspiration, thank you! x
ReplyDeleteYay, so glad that you're looking at refashioning with fresh eyes! Like you, I prefer to create things from scratch, so using a pattern to 'refashion' something was a no-brainer for me ;o)
DeleteMy first thought was oh good bargain and then you have taken it to another level, fabulous vintage make over I hope you win
ReplyDeleteOh, thanks so much!
DeleteI've made a comment over at Makery but just wanted to say here how much I love this refashion! I really like tops that button up the back and this one is a masterpiece. As for finding those matching stripy buttons - brilliant!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for taking the time to pop over here and leave some kind words too...really appreciate it!
DeleteWow! Your top looks fabulous! Great bargain! (note to self, look for linen shirts in charity shops!)
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda!
DeleteI love this project! Good call on that striped binding.
ReplyDeleteGreat job with this refashioning!
ReplyDeleteIt's a really cute refashion - I love the stripey binding and matching buttons!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Ruth!
Deletetooooo fab for words! lurve it!
ReplyDeleteAaaw, thank you!
DeleteYou did an amazing job! It's so, so cute!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! And it fits so nicely in the back!
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