About me -- Why re:fashion? -- Why a capsule wardrobe? -- Building a capsule wardrobe -- Sourcing: the secrets of second-hand shopping -- Haberdashery & hardware -- Equipment & notions -- The projects -- Capsule combinations -- Re:fashion techniques.
Summary:
"Transform pre-loved clothes and forgotten fabrics into stylish new garments. Let the founder of The Refashioners movement and sewing designer Portia Lawrie show you how to created sustainable fashion that doesn't cost the planet. Beginning with advice on how to source and 'harvest' existing clothes, Portia then makes 11 inspirational garments - from tees and shirts to shorts and a coat - all clearly shown step by step. With her friendly style and tricks of the trade, discover just how easy it is to build a modern, versatile capsule wardrobe that you can wear throughout the seasons, and for years to come."--Back cover. The founder of The Refashioners movement presents step-by-step projects for adapting and cutting away at tops, trousers, dresses, and more to build a stylish, modern, and environment-saving capsule wardrobe one can wear throughout the year.
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