new uses for old clothes

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2010-07-27T08:39:00.001-05:00

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it was a shirt but now it is a skirt

2010-04-29T11:18:00.001-05:00

I found this link surfing the internet... http://cubicdreams.blogspot.com/2010/04/skirt-from-shirt.html

shop your stash for your april project

2010-04-02T10:22:00.005-05:00

I am participating in this event in part to give me a creative outlet that is *not* wedding related.

source: http://cosaverde.com/blog/2010/apr/01/april-stash-bust/ and http://dollarstorecrafts.com/stash/

Weimar Trade Days

2010-02-12T13:39:00.001-06:00

Participated in Weimar Trade Days on February 5th through 7th. Yes, Super Bowl Weekend.

flickr

2010-01-23T00:27:00.003-06:00

Slight change of plans... I uploaded all of the images to flickr because it was infinitely faster than uploading to facebook. I uploaded all 400+ to flickr with just a couple of keyboard strokes while uploading to facebook was slower than Christmas with only FIVE images being allowed at a time and the searching... geez louise. Yep, flickr is "the place" to load photos fast.

Check 'em out at http://www.flickr.com/photos/21615896@N07/sets/72157623140068863/

sharing

2010-01-19T15:12:00.001-06:00

A must check out link: http://www.recyclebank.com/recycling/recycling-101/444-reuse-revolution

engaged

2010-01-17T22:13:00.003-06:00

As of December 5th 2009, I am engaged.

I am busy crafting wedding stuffs as well as crafting fabulous items from old clothes and reclaimed fabric scraps. Wedding stuffs are for me and have a deadline. The rest... help me relax when wedding planning or everyday life get to be too much or when I just need a break and a moment or three to make something else. Once. :)

Most of the wedding stuffs are repeats - items that I need to make look identical either five or one hundred and seventy five times.

My daughter took pictures for me of my entire current inventory group, which I am uploading to facebook in another window. I will be listing these items on etsy this week as time permits. Convo me on etsy or message me on facebook - if you would like a custom or reserved listing.

i spent the day at Ford's Landing

2009-11-28T18:52:00.002-06:00

Happy first Saturday after Thanksgiving. Tired of turkey yet? :) Well, I didn't brave the malls this year on Black Friday. Nor did I brave the malls today. Instead I spent the day at Ford's Landing tending to my booth space and sharing my wares with those in attendance at this annual event.

To quote their site,

Christmas season is fast approaching, Fords Landing is always excited to host and invite you to their annual Christmas on the Farm. This event provides a country alternative to the hustle-bustle of city shopping and stuffy mall photos of Santa. The event is kicked off with our faithful, jolly Santa arriving on a small pony carriage. He then sits outside with your children and reads them a Christmas story. A new and unique photo scene is offered each year for Santa and all the children who come see him. This year, that theme is 'In The Barn Yard with Santa'. Live music, petting zoo, hayrides, home-cooked chili, games, make-it-take-it Christmas crafts and a Country store with several local vendors are among a few of the event’s highlights with a down-home family atmosphere. source

Before I left Ford's Landing this afternoon, I promised myself that I would definitely attend next year as well. It was a fun event put on by a couple of wonderful people. The other vendors were fabulous and those in attendance were full of good cheer. Definitely a great way to start the Christmas shopping season!!!

twenty-five items from my etsy shop...

this holiday season consider gifts that follow the mantra of... reduce. reuse. recycle. repurpose.

2009-11-24T10:47:00.002-06:00

a look ahead and twenty five things in my shop

2009-11-05T13:58:00.002-06:00

I currently have eighty products listed in my shop with many more made but not yet photographed or listed on etsy. I have three craft shows lined up for November 28th, December 3rd, and December 5th respectively. I have oodles of sewing to do between now and then as well as bunches of photographing and planning details of my set-up at the shows. I have not yet "done" a craft show so I'm getting a crash course this holiday season.

a few of my favorite things

2009-10-27T16:36:00.000-05:00

Need to get some of these clasps

2009-09-23T20:43:00.000-05:00

a word about the silence

2009-09-09T13:33:00.002-05:00

Though this space hasn't been updated in over a month, I have been online *and* sewing. I have been updating my tumblr account daily (and sometimes way more than that) since the month began. And before that I had a different tumblr account but that's another story. Anyway, what brings me out of blog hibernation is a renewed energy in posting/selling my wares.

You see, I simply have more crafty goodness sewn up than our little house can hold comfortably plus given the fact that I have rescued more stashed fabric from my storage building in addition to raiding my soon-to-be grandmother's craft closet.. uh yeah, I have more crafty notions than this 900+ sq. ft. house can accommodate.

I will be photographing items shortly and posting to etsy as well as sewing up some more stuff because well, my sewing machine is calling my name. Hmm... I need to think up a name for her too. Yes, my sewing machine is female. ;)

amazon isn't just a rain forest that needs saving

2009-08-03T15:50:00.005-05:00

It seems that I'm on a hiatus of sorts with regard to new bags but I'm not on a hiatus from sewing crafty goodness from old clothes. You see, I made a super cute baby blanket / quilt and I've been steadily working on the quilting / tacking aspect of this project. I posted a picture on my squarespace blog - http://newusesforoldclothes.org - as well as on my facebook account. I am looking forward to making more of these baby blankets in the not too distant future. Maybe even one (or three) for myself. ;)

The great thing about this blanket is that I used several old tshirts on this project. The backing is new unbleached cotton. The green print fabric is from a pair of pajama pants. The single O block is from my fabric destash, while my darling daughter embroidered the O for her new cousin-to-be due at the end of November.

Ideal Bite | On the (Fairy) House

2009-07-27T09:26:00.001-05:00

Ideal Bite | On the (Fairy) House

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hasta la vista artfire

2009-07-10T10:26:00.003-05:00

I decided late last night that I was going to quit paying Artfire $12 a month for a verified account because I'm just throwing that money away unless I'm making $12 a month plus in sales using their service, which I'm not. Thus the decision.

I don't have anything against the site but I'm happy with Etsy and see no benefit to paying Artfire's monthly fee. This may or may not change in the future. I'll reconsider as necessary.

2009-07-02T10:36:00.002-05:00

new uses for old clothes made its first sale yesterday! This is very exciting news.

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2009-06-30T21:45:00.001-05:00

Added quite a few new items to my etsy shop within the past ten days so, go check it out at http://newusesforoldclothes.etsy.com

been awhile

2009-06-24T08:45:00.004-05:00

I have been busy updating the other blog [on squarespace] as well as sewing crafty goodness plus my teen daughter is involved in a couple of summer activities and to top it all off, I"m volunteering at our local library on Tuesday and Thursdays while the library staff puts on the summer reading program.

The majority of the bags that I'm making right now use denim in some form or fashion. I have so many tshirt totes in my etsy shop that I'm more than a little afraid to add any more - I think the current count is twenty-seven (27) - and these pants totes are a joy to make. Due to their size and construction, pants totes require more brain power when I sew 'em up, which I like, and choosing a multitude of nifty fabrics is fun.

I adore putting together a patchwork of fabrics and seeing them create a beautifully functional piece of art.

I found a fellow crafter the other day who is also on squarespace but I wanted to share her crafty skills here with you. Check her out at http://tigglegiggles.squarespace.com

2009-06-07T13:23:00.001-05:00

On my way back from a fantastic long weekend and I have some Crow Creek inspired crafty projects in mind that I'd like to see to fruition this summer.

2009-05-28T15:27:00.001-05:00

Spent the day back and forth between sewing and updating http://www.newusesforoldclothes.org

2009-05-22T08:08:00.001-05:00

After I feed the dogs, which I'm doing at this very moment, I'm going to fire up my sewing machine and get busy making my personal goal for today (eight bags).

tuesday to-do list

2009-05-12T09:37:00.002-05:00

I plan to sew the rest of the day away. Well, at least between when I publish this entry and the time I need to leave to pick my daughter up from school. I need to update my pictures this week with SOLD (as applicable) and photograph the rest.

happy belated mom day

2009-05-11T10:33:00.001-05:00

I sold several totes on Thursday to my boyfriend's mom! =) I hadn't photographed all of 'em yet so she is going to take pictures this week and send 'em my way so that I can keep photographic evidence of my creations. read more

a productive day

2009-05-06T12:13:00.001-05:00

I've completed several tshirt totes already this morning plus I've partially completed a couple of pillows. The pillows need stuffing and to be sewn shut. Several more tshirt totes are in process with completion on the horizon this afternoon. read more

a brief history lesson

2009-05-06T09:26:00.000-05:00

new uses for old clothes came into official existence on April 10th 2009 as both a .com and a .org as well as an etsy shop. A Blogger blog was also set up the same day. Less than three weeks later, an artfire shop was created, the eco tshirt tote is being sold in a local shop, and twelve bags have found new homes.

welcome nate

2009-05-06T08:44:00.001-05:00

My cousin Melanie gave birth to her second child yesterday afternoon inspiring this Etsy Gift Guide addition to the blog.

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2009-05-04T16:15:00.003-05:00

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BIG NEWS

2009-05-01T12:37:00.003-05:00

A local shop is going to start selling my tshirt totes! I am beyond excited with this news and will be a busy bee today as well as this weekend creating an inventory for the shop. I am not going to let my etsy or artfire store to be completely depleted and so will stock both of these shops as well. Needless to say, my sewing machine is going to get a workout.

Both etsy and artfire shops might see an increase in the number of pants totes as well as other items (pin cushions and pillows) until I have sufficient inventory for the local shop, since they intend to carry only the tshirt totes at this time.

super excited

2009-04-30T22:58:00.001-05:00

DSC03452, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

This afternoon, I sold 6 more bags at one stop and there is a possibility of my bags being picked up by a local shop.

thank you for shopping with new uses for old clothes

2009-04-30T08:59:00.001-05:00

DSC03472, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

Yesterday afternoon, I sold my first pants tote. A friend purchased the bag. I'm very happy and super excited to have made my first sale.

membership has its privileges

2009-04-27T20:35:00.002-05:00

I joined the Sew What Guild on ArtFire today.

ArtFire

2009-04-27T15:00:00.000-05:00

I discovered ArtFire today. I cross-listed several items today to ArtFire that I have posted to Etsy. I hope to have items listed in both locations (though not duplicated) in the very near future. Darn battery for the digital camera was dead and I must wait for it to charge before I can photograph the new stuff. Well, that plus time. I need that too. So, maybe tomorrow. =)

a few of my favorite things on etsy

2009-04-27T14:39:00.003-05:00

The present is as good a time as any to share a few of your favorite things and so, I'm sharing a few of my favorite etsy finds with you. =)

Happy Shopping For Mother's Day Week!

Plastic Bag Rehab

2009-04-27T14:12:00.003-05:00

I love this bag! I did quite a bit of Christmas shopping on Method's website and received several of these FREE WITH PURCHASE! I kept one and gifted my daughter and friends with those that remained. These bags are sturdy and wipe clean. Very user friendly.

I recommend this bag even though I didn't make it myself! (via Method)

BUY heat changing pin cushion on etsy

2009-04-23T14:10:00.001-05:00

DSC03462, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24087566

Pin cushion is made from a Land's End heat changing fabric tshirt. Orange changes to yellow and features both a vintage ribbon tag as well as two aqua buttons.

BUY fall meets spring on etsy

2009-04-23T13:49:00.002-05:00

DSC03472, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

This item SOLD on April 29th 2009.

I took one pants leg and some fabric from my stash to create this book bag.

Interior pocket is secured to the lining. Tag is made from the two fabrics, while the bulk of this item is created from the pants leg.

Dimensions:
from side to side: just over 13 inches
from top to bottom: approximately 9 inches
drop: about 10.5 inches

environmentally friendly gift guide

2009-04-21T09:01:00.001-05:00

With EARTH DAY around the corner (on April 22nd), I thought this Etsy Gift Guide was the perfect addition to the blog.

light reading

2009-04-20T14:30:00.000-05:00

I need to spend a day or five reading The Etsy Seller Handbook. Just browsing the chapter headings tells me that the time would be well spent.

Now, I just need to tidy up my sewing area before I head out to pick up my darling daughter from school and run a few errands before supper needs to be on the table.

found

2009-04-20T14:09:00.001-05:00

I found a nifty gadget today. An Etsy Fee Calculator.

BUY central plains on etsy

2009-04-20T12:39:00.001-05:00

DSC03463, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23920043

Heather grey tote features "Central Plains" emblazoned across the front along with an off-white vintage ribbon tag.

Show off your athletic side with this fantastic market tote!

variety

2009-04-20T11:38:00.002-05:00

In addition to the tshirt totes, I am working on pants totes and clothing scrap pin cushions. The tshirt totes are currently made using only the tshirt and vintage ribbon (for the tag). Yes, and thread. =) Pin cushions are made using the shirt sleeves left over from the tshirt totes and vintage ribbon (for the tag). I am also using found buttons on each pin cushion. Pants totes feature fabric from both womens and mens pants along with fabric from my stash that complements the pants. All seams are at least triple-stitched to create a sturdy product.

All items are from a smoke free home. We do have pets - both an indoor short-haired cat and an indoor chihuahua/yorkie mix.

All clothing items are used, thus recycled and repurposed.

Visit my shop: http://newusesforoldclothes.etsy.com

BUY heat changing tye-dye on etsy

2009-04-20T11:36:00.003-05:00

DSC03466, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23919959

Tote is made from a Land's End heat changing fabric tshirt. Orange changes to yellow.

BUY angel and devil on your shoulder on etsy

2009-04-16T09:30:00.005-05:00

DSC03452, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

This item SOLD on April 30th 2009.

Did the devil make you do it? Or did an angel save you from making a huge mistake? Either way, this bag will carry your stuff for you.

Tote features images drawn by Natalie Dee (http://www.nataliedee.com). I purchased the tshirt from her site and recycled it into a tote.

BUY pep rally on etsy

2009-04-16T08:17:00.002-05:00

DSC03458, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23753299

Fans of football, Old Navy, and even those on the Pep Squad should rally around this eco-minded market tote, which is perfect for carrying your stuff with you from place to place.

BUY dance classes on etsy

2009-04-16T08:00:00.002-05:00

DSC03440, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23728016

Whether you use this bag to carry your dance clothes to class or your groceries home from market, this tote is a winner at any level.

BUY i see london i see france on etsy

2009-04-16T07:58:00.002-05:00

DSC03446, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23728206

Featuring the Eiffel Tower image, this bag shows off your international flair. Though with the phrase "I see London, I see France" emblazoned on this market tote, you might just feel the need to check to see that your underwear isn't showing. Either way, this tote will carry your stuff from the grocery store to the house with ease.

BUY most likely to succeed on etsy

2009-04-15T16:17:00.002-05:00

DSC03442, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23727789

Whether you graduated from high school in 2005 or you were voted "most likely to succeed" or none of the above, this tote will carry what you need for the day.

BUY talk to my attorney on etsy

2009-04-13T16:22:00.002-05:00

DSC03448, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23629141

Classic black and white tshirt tote reminds others to talk to your lawyer when you're having an off day. A fun tote to carry when going to the market or just out and about running errands.

BUY lawyers do it on etsy

2009-04-13T16:01:00.003-05:00

DSC03436, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23628555

Bring this heather blue tshirt tote with all seams at least triple-stitched with the bottom of the bag being quadruple-stitched when you go shopping to show your sense of humor as well as your Earth friendly attitude!

BUY girls on fast wheels tshirt tote on etsy

2009-04-13T15:50:00.002-05:00

DSC03444, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

buy it now: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23625804

This tshirt tote is orange and all seams are at least triple-stitched with the bottom of the bag being quadruple-stitched.

Bring a bit of flair to grocery shopping with this brightly colored tote.

banners

2009-04-10T16:35:00.001-05:00

etsy-banner, originally uploaded by new.uses.for.old.clothes.

I found the background online and liked the retro style of the dots. I think the combination of the 70s dots with the BlackAdder font give the banner the right look. At least, for now.

The blog's template will be updated at some point to correspond with the etsy shop. Or vice versa.

and so it begins

2009-04-10T15:15:00.002-05:00

I purchased the .com and the .org today in addition to creating the gmail address, this blog, and the etsy shop associated with this new venture. My closet and storage building are filled with old clothes that are still in good condition but alas hopelessly out of style. Thus this [new uses for old clothes] was born.

I am taking a break from working on the 6th bag of the day and even have a pin cushion waiting for some filler. All items will continue with the mantra "functional expressions of beauty" but will take it one step further with the idea of "reduce. reuse. recycle. repurpose." All items that I create for this etsy shop and feature on this blog will be created using old clothes. I have collected buttons and ribbon for years and will use what I currently have to embellish these creations. Though I am an avid collector (packrat) of fabric, I intend to stay true to "new uses for old clothes".