Cathi’s Reader ReFash
When we talk about sustainable fashion, versatility comes up again and again. How can we buy less clothing? How can we need less clothing (other than by joining a nudist colony?). One option is to own garments that can can be worn in multiple ways.
That’s just one reason why I dig this refash by Cathi from Scratch and Stitch.
She began with an old flannel that used to belong to her dad.
The original flannel shirt was an XL men’s, so way too big for me. I removed the sleeves and collar; took in the torso; shortened the whole thing; adjusted the shoulders from mens to womens; added some “darts” to the bust; added pockets; and finished with bias tape. It’s my best refashion so far 🙂
I LOVE how she made this piece reversible! The black is a perfect neutral, and the red plaid is totally on-trend. Combined, she basically has two great vests that will last for years to come!
You can check out Cathi’s detailed tutorial right here!
Awesome! 🙂
18 Comments
Kay
Thank you for this idea. I have a big (too big) flannel shirt with a beautiful plaid that I love! Maybe a vest would work. I am not sure about the reversible thing. I wish she had shared pics. I will see if they are on her website.
Linda
this is a really nice looking vest. the sleeves can be made into a doggie coat.
Becky
Absolutely love this. My hubby has a quilted flannel that I will be stealing. He wont know its missing right lol
Katie Lynn
I absolutely love this refashion, such a great way to reuse something! And it looks so comfy and stylish!
Felice Coles
You are beloved by tiny women everywhere! Now how about something for us big gals?
Michele
Great refashion!!!
gwen
Cool, I wouldn’t have thought about shirt-to-vest; love it! Also, I want those mittens!
Lori Nevin
Perfect for those flannel Friday’s. So cute. I love vests but not the typical fleece ones that fit like bags.
Belinda
très sympas, j’adore 🙂
Murielle
What a great refashion! I love that you’re spotlighting other’s refashion too.
puggo
Such a cool refashion!!
jenny_o
Oh, well done!
nenamatahari
Wonderful!
emilyanndietrich
Very classy! I love the mittens in the second picture, too.
Beatriz
I’ve inherited a couple of flannels that my hubby outgrew…I was hoping for something like this. Thanks for the inspiration.
janet kile
any way to make the photos bigger??
Have tried with my IPad, but to no avail……
:/
LynnJ H
Try downloading the photo then u should be able to zoom in on Ur photo app
LynnJ H
Love this refashion. I live in NE PA & the cold weather seems to last longer than the warmer months so I’m always looking for new warm ideas – great post! ✂