Actually recycled/upcycled!

I have accumulated a massive stack of items to be recycled or upcycled if it pleases you, jeans, shirts, sweaters,t-shirts,tank tops,etc. etc.etc..... Well needless to say, all of these things are not fitting into my designated recyclable space. So the answer my friends is to ActuUaLLY do some ReUpCycliNg.  Here we go--

This bag is constructed using the sleeves of two shirts. I was able to successfully incorporate the cuffs and collars in to the handle, i am very happy with the out come.
I also did a check book cover, key fob , and make-up bag. All thats left are a few small scraps from each shirt that will go into my scrap jar. These pieces will be transformed at a later date.

I cut off the sleeves of both shirts(size large)then cut down the center of the sleeve seam to open it up.

I then laid them on top of each other and evened them up to equal sizes.  Then sewed each  like sleeve together leaving only a space to flip it to the right side. (Automatic lining is what i call this)
After ironing, I folded the pieces in half to form two triangles. i boxed and french seemed the bottom.
It took a bit of faniggling to get the cuffs on and the handle  so i could not begin to explain this process but i will try it again and hopefully have a better grasp of it.

 

When it was all done i added the little roses (another thing i can't explain how i do) All in all i am quite happy with the results.

I have now sorted the stash of clothing and have another project on the table, hopefully i will get to it tomorrow.

Lou-Lou picked me flowers while i was working, about 6 flowers, i have a photo of her with each one.........I love you too Lou-Lou.

(late but better than never )Pic from Mardi Gras

I have been a bit under the weather, well more like under the blankets in my bed. It seams there is something wrong with my stomach. Who knows, maybe its all the coffee and chocolate.  I will go to the doctor on Wednesday to find out.  But for now i would like to share my pictures with you.

The long wait for beads was filled with junk food and games.

The crowd was big and so were the smiles!

 

The rewards were sweet! Everyone had a great time!

Let the Parades Begin!

Here are a few pic from our first parade. It is a bit chilly out so we are having to limit our Mardi Gras activities to the middle of the day when it is warmest.

I loved this costume, the pic does not due it justice but take it from me it was nicely made and the colors and sparkle are just perfect.

Lou-Lou was cold and stayed bundled up until the very end when a great band came by and she couldn't resist rocking out.

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Throw Me Something , I need Beads!!!!!!!!!!!

More pic to come tomorrow is the day!