Showing posts with label sewing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sewing. Show all posts

Monday, October 1, 2012

Black Sweater Knit Skirt with Red and White Decorative Edges


Black Sweater Knit Skirt with Red and White Decorative Edges


Black Sweater Knit Skirt with Red and White Decorative Edges

Unique handmade skirt fashioned from repurposed Sweaters. Soft and comfy!

Size: Medium
Skirt is 16" long 
Waist is 32" (unstretched)
Waist band is elastic, allowing stretch

Each one is Handmade by FriggleFraggle, so no two will be the same. Each having its own personality with the stitches and placement of each piece of cloth.

I always welcome questions, so please ask them before you purchase! :)
*International buyers convo for shipping details.

~FriggleFraggle~
www.FriggleFraggle.etsy.com

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Sunday, September 23, 2012

Craft and Sewing Classes

Craft and Sewing Classes

I am now offering Craft and Sewing classes by group and individually.
There will be set class times for some, others are by appointment.

Follow me here or like my Facebook page for upcoming events.

Special introductory rate low class fees 

1)Fabric Flower -$5
2)Blue Jean Bracelet-$5
3)Blue Jean coffee Cozy-$5
4)Flower Fairy or Flower Friend-$5
5)Bead Bug Pin Fairy Fly-$10
6)Decorate Glass Jar Necklace-$5
7)Applique on pillow cover-$10
8)Make a pillow cover-$10
9)Simple Skirt-$15
10)Leather Cuff-$20
11)Patchwork Sweater Jacket-$150

I will be adding more classes as we go along, so keep checking back :)

You can contact me here or on Facebook 

Thanks,
~FriggleFraggle~
www.FriggleFraggle.etsy.com

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Red Half Sleeve Shirt with Black Lace Collar


Red Half Sleeve Shirt with Black Lace Collar

This lovely knit shirt has half sleeves with black lace trim, a black lace collar and lace velvet heart patch on chest.

Size: Small/Medium

Handmade by
~FriggleFraggle~
Available for purchase in my Etsy shop @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/95693804/red-half-sleeve-shirt-with-black-lace

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Sweater to Skirt Project

How-To   DIY: Sweater to Skirt and Booties Project

If you know me you know that I have sweaters. Not just one or two but many, many more. I not only love to wear them, I like to cut them up and make them into other unique items to wear.
     I found this sweater and knew that I would never wear it just like it was and that it needed some transformation.  It later became a skirt and the sleeves became booties or house slippers perfect for cold winter nights.
Here's how it's done  :)

From this



to this.....
Cut sleeves off
First cut the sleeves off the sweater. Cut seam at shoulders so the top is all the way opened. This will become the bottom of your skirt.

Make a casing and add elastic
Fold the bottom over and make a casing to put the elastic band in. This will be the top of your skirt. Measure your waist with the elastic then cut about an inch shorter. I like my elastic to be a little loose. Use a saftey pin to lead the elastic thru the casing. Careful not to let it twist inside, it will be uncomfortable if the elastic gets flipped. Pull thru and sew elastic closed overlapping the ends. Close up the casing.
Finished skirt
I finished the bottom edges where the neckline and sleeves were. After the sleeves were removed it made slits on each side. You can leave those open or sew them closed. I sewed mine together a little but left some slit on each side.  Skirt is DONE! You can stop there or make the booties to match  :)

Making the booties
Time for the booties. I used a shoe and cut around it on a piece of old sweatshirt to make the bottom of the bootie.
   Turn the sleeve inside out and sew the arm hole to the sweatshirt cut out.
After I sewed it together I had to go back and take in the back of the leg a little. It didn't take much to make it fit snuggly.

Stitch bottom to leg
Booties are DONE!

You can add puff paint to the bottom when you are done if you want to keep from slipping.

Ta-Da!  You are done. New outfit from just one sweater. You can wear the booties in your boots as warmers or just lounging around the house.


Happy Crafting
~FriggleFraggle~


Saturday, March 10, 2012

Brown Tan Cream Flower Hair Pin

Brown Tan Cream Flower Hair Pin

This 2" fabric flower is secured to a bobby pin that can easliy slip into your hair. It has three clear beads in the center. Perfect for everyday use or that special occasion. Can be worn in your hair or on your shirt.

*Available in other colors, styles and sizes. Just send a convo with details.

Each one is unique and Handmade by
~FriggleFraggle~       

Available for purchase in my Etsy shop @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/94933426/brown-tan-cream-flower-hair-pin

Tan Corduroy Skirt and Striped Shirt


Tan Corduroy Skirt and Striped Shirt

This listing is for a three piece set including:

*Short sleeve striped shirt in orange, tan and brown. There are leather laces around the arm cuffs. The front snaps at the breast. There is a double collar and a handmade matching flower pin on the shirt.

*Tan corduroy skirt with two layers of ruffles on the bottom of the skirt, one striped like the shirt and the other brown like the collar on the shirt. The skirt has some old lace pieces on the hem and ties on each side with a handmade matching flower on the bottom. The skirt has elastic waist band and lands just above the knee.

*Tan corduroy belt matches the skirt but wears on the natural waist line (belt is extra small, it is included but not necessary for the outfit).

The shirt and skirt are a size Medium/Small.
**Flower pin sold separately in my shop
**Brown Leather cuff sold separately in my shop
**The necklace is made by Lickety Cut available @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/85340165/laser-cut-acrylic-custom-qr-code


This item is unique and Handmade by
~FriggleFraggle~    

This is available for purchase in my Etsy shop @
 http://www.etsy.com/listing/94932436/tan-corduroy-skirt-and-striped-shirthttp://www.etsy.com/listing/94932436/tan-corduroy-skirt-and-striped-shirt

Friday, March 9, 2012

Pink Flower Hair Pin


Pink Flower Hair Pin

This cute little Flower Hair Pin is 2" with three little beads in the center.
Secured to a bobby pin to easily slip into your hair.

*This listing is for one Flower on a bobby pin.
If you would like a custom color, amount, size or Flower on a pin back send a convo with details.

Handmade by
~FriggleFraggle~       

Available for purchase in my Etsy shop @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/94928518/pink-flower-hair-pin

Pink Shiny Shirt and Striped Corset Vest


Pink Shiny Shirt and Striped Corset Vest

Pink shiny shirt with 3/4 sleeves. Faux black lacing at shoulders.
Striped pink, black and white vest corset with eyelet lacing collar and waist.
Size Medium/Small

*This is a 2 piece set which includes Shirt and Vest.
Flowers and Necklace sold seperately.

Handmade By
~FriggleFraggle~       

Available for purchase in my Etsy shop @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/94926387/pink-shiny-shirt-and-striped-corset-vest

Friday, February 24, 2012

Eye Tshirt

Eye Ball T-Shirt

These were fun to make! There are many eyeshapes and colors  to choose from. I stuck with the traditional ones though. :)

This is available for purchase on my etsy shop FriggleFraggle @
http://www.etsy.com/listing/81441938/eye-ball-t-shirt-halloween

If you are interested in learning how to make this I might do a tutorial.

Happy Crafting!
~FriggleFraggle~

Saturday, February 11, 2012

T-Shirt Bags Project

              T-shirt Bag Project!

Ok, who is ready for another project? This one is quick and easy. You can make one or many in just a short time.

 All you will need is:* some old t-shirts that you love but are stained or you have grown tired of wearing but just can't get rid of,-those are the best :)  *a good pair of scissors and *a safety pin.

Now, Go grab those shirts and Get ready for some fun.


Step 1: Pick your shirt and cut off the sleeves. I cut them on the outside of the seam so the seam is left on the shirt. It seems to give it a little more support, as they will be your handles, but this is up to you. Cut open the sleeve at the seam and cut off the sewn edge. With the sleeve open cut it into long 1/4" wide strips. These are important, they will be the ties for the bag. Pull the strips so they stretch out. Set the strips aside for now.

Step 2:Cut off the neck. Start on one side of the neck and cut down toward the bottom of the shirt then curve around to follow slightly below the ribbed neck line. This will be the opening for your bag.

Step 3:Make 3 small cuts in the bottom seam of your t shirt, make sure you don't cut thru the sewn seam that holds it together. Space them equally apart. I cut one slit on the top- in the middle and two on the bottom -about a quarter of the way in on each side. Just eye it or get your tape out but it won't matter if you are close  :) This should make a little casing to slide your fabric thru.
Step4:Time for the little strips of fabric that you put to the side. Take the 3 longest ones and put a safety pin on one end of one. Slide it thru one cut section of the shirt seam. Then do the same for the other two sections. Your strips should be long enough they won't slip back thru the other side.

Step 5:Pull each section tight. Tie the sections. I double knotted. Then take one strip and tie it to the next section strip all the way around until they have all been tied with another section. (I did this just to make sure it is strong enough, you can tie it how you feel suitable for you).

There! Done! Now you have your very own handmade t-shirt bag.

I made a few. I will be giving some out as gift to friends and family.
We will be doing this craft with the young ladies in our Girl's Club on Monday at Co-op. I hope they enjoy it :)
These are great for carrying groceries, If I can remember to bring them with me!

Let me know how you did.
Happy Crafting!
~Friggle Fraggle~

Red Sweater Leg Warmers


LEG WARMERS!


Red Sweater Leg Warmers
with Black Lace Trim
and Silver Buttons

available for purchase on my etsy site @

Taking custom requests :)
Would you be interested in seeing a tutorial on how to make these?
Leave a comment and I might plan on making one soon.

Happy Crafting!
~FriggleFraggle~



Sunday, February 5, 2012

"No Thread Left Behind" Project

    Bracelets!
Who doesn't need a big bunch of fun frilly bracelets to wear when ever you want?
These are fun and easy to make.  Want one a certain way? Ask me and I'll make it for you! Want to try to make them yourself?  Follow the tutorial below :)

These are available for purchase on my etsy shop @
http://www.etsy.com/shop/FriggleFraggle?ref=si_shop
I'm thinking my next ones need a little sparkle!

Happy Crafting!
~FriggleFraggle~

Saturday, January 21, 2012

"No Thread Left Behind" Project

COFFEE COZIES!!

I made coffee cozies with some of the pant leg material from my "No Thread Left Behind" Project.(Trying to use every thread from a pair of old jeans.)

I stitched 3/8" around the edges like the bracelets(see older post), so when I throw them in the washer they will have frayed edges.  Then I cut some heart shapes out of the middle of the cozy.* Make sure to stitch the edge of the heart as well or it might fray too much.

I added red glitter felt to this one.


I will be making more designs soon!


Happy Crafting!
FriggleFraggle

Thursday, January 19, 2012

"No Thread Left Behind" Project

For the first project I decided to make some bracelets. They are always fun and can match with many different outfits and events. There are so many different ways to decorate and accessorize them!

Here I cut strips of different widths and lengths.

Then I stitched a 3/8" seam around each side and added a snap at the ends.
For the worn look like the one on the bottom, I threw it in the washer to fray the edges.                 
*Make sure you stitch first or you might have your edges fray too far.

Here are some wider ones with a felt heart.

I will be making more designs and posting them soon.

Happy Crafting  :)

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

"No Thread Left Behind" Project

"No Thread Left Behind" Project

I took an old pair of jeans and cut it into pieces.

*Note that I kept every piece even the threads and chunks that were falling while I was dissecting, I will be using every thread for something   :)

I cut the jeans into the following:
-Cut the seams off the pant legs, kept the sewn seams and have long pieces of jean fabric w/o any sewn seams now.
-Took the back pockets off with a seam ripper.
-Took the zipper out with a seam ripper. Have a zipper to reuse and some jean chunks from the part that covered the zipper.
-I cut the top of the jeans at the seam at the belt area. I removed the belt loops keeping the belt area whole with the button. Have belt loops separate now.
-If you are careful how you cut the jeans around the belt and pocket area you can end up with "inside out" pockets. The front pocket of the jeans are kept as whole pieces. * in the picture, bottom-middle.


Now to get started on transforming the pieces into something new....




Saturday, January 14, 2012

"No Thread Left Behind"

I wanted to make a new challenge for my self but anyone is welcome to join in.
It is called "No Thread Left Behind" using an old pair of Blue Jeans.
The object is to use the entire pair of jeans- I mean every last thread.
You can repurpose, recycle and reuse.
I am curious how much we can make having to find ways to use every bit of an object that many just pitch in the dump when it still has so many uses.

I will be posting things that I make as I go, hopefully some pics to go along with them.
Feel free to post what you make :)

Happy Crafting!
FriggleFraggle

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