Here's a cheeky refashion/remake/upcycle with a nautical flavour. This sailor collar top was created using two second-hand men's white T-shirts and one second-hand checked shirt. One of the white T-shirts was re-cut to form the front and back body pieces, and incorporated the original hem. The second T-shirt was used to cut out the sleeves, also using the existing hem.
I took the collar pattern from this vintage 1960s Simplicity pattern. Stripey fabric would also have given a suitably sea-worthy effect. The front and back pieces of the vintage sewing pattern were used as a guide to determine the neckline shape required to fit the collar piece. I made a centre front seam in this T-shirt to make the application of the collar quick and easy.
I added the red ribbon bow for a simple extra pop of colour, but if I had more time a proper neck tie like on the original pattern would also have been really fun.
Happy Refashioning/Upcycling/Remaking
4 comments:
Well done Zoe, I always enjoy seeing your sailor inspired refashions!
Erica, EOD
stunning, this has really inspired me.
This is adorable! I love it! The sailor style can be too juvenile looking, but this looks very sophisticated and trendy. Bravo!
Totally cute! An inspiring re-fashion based on great nautical style from the late 1960s!
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