How to Upcycle your Wardrobe!

[@taylorseal5280]

For the last dress, I just couldn't stop thinking it would look so lovely with a faux corset/lace up detail added! The shape of the pink section is just perfect for it! Loved the idea of how you did the panels. Has got me thinking more creatively about how I could size up clothes besides just side panels. And the addition of the pleats where the panel attached really leveled up the look! Thanks for sharing your video :)

[@AtHomeWithMercedes]

I am shocked that you didnt fix that zip! The dress was gorgeous! But the top came out good 😊

[@marypeterson1053]

I love the green slacks.

[@katiebeantown7355]

Sometimes when I’m missing just one button, I switch it for the top one & put a coordinating decorative button there. Or I just use the bottom button and put something low key or even just leave it with no button in the bottom spot. I don’t always button that one anyways especially if it’s tucked in

[@clarezimberlin8729]

Up cycling rocks. Thanks for showing your ideas & projects. Wow. The bespoke finished garments, in my opinion, were well worth your time & efforts. Thanks for featuring the ideas for making clothes to fit a larger size. I'm a new fan.

[@diana1096]

Make shorts with the bottom of the flowers dress. Cute little summer outfit!

[@emmkaa2099]

LOL, in the Junk Journal world we call it "hoarding"... buying stuff and keeping it for "something" but not knowing what that "something" is and being afraid to use it because what if something better comes along AFTER we've used it on "this" thing - whatever "this" thing is. Junk journals are made from - well - JUNK - so you can imagine the bits and pieces of paper and fabric I've got stuffed into boxes and bags "just in case". 😂😂. I really enjoyed your vid and feel two things coming on... a binge watch fest and a trip to the thrift store! Thanks for the inspiration! Greetings from the southern California desert, MK 😁🌵❤️

[@rhonddalesley]

Try having ADHD/autism with a lot of hobby hopping having gone on throughout your life and having a LOT of ‘junk’, the ‘but it might come in handy one day’ stuff stashed in your house. Thankfully my brain is wired in such a way that I obsess over organising everything so at least it’s all neat and tidy but I spend more time organising than I do using any of it 🤣

[@jseidel70js]

I call it my stash extras. 😂

[@diannajohnston4558]

I’m an art/junk journalist and couldn’t agree more!!!!!!

[@tricia2701]

OMG! Yes I “save” stuff, especially lace, but don’t want to cut into it!

[@Aldestar7]

The green pants ❤are perfect with your color palette.

[@ConnieAcree]

I agree. Perfect color.

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

I've found that investing in a walking foot to use on slippery fabrics is really worth it for neatly sewn seams.

[@susanramsay4189]

I follow a gal named Olga at "Ageberry" She had a list of things to do if you spill coffee on a blouse. Her last resort was to intentionally spill more coffee on the blouse and make it an artsy print. I think she even added color to one or used lighter coffee to get a variety of tones.

[@tulipsalinger1410]

that's all I have ever had is the old needle and thread method. also I thrift almost all my clothes and I love them so much I think finding them at the thrift store and saving them from the landfill makes me treasure them even more and I love old vintage stuff so much as well!

[@mimihaines2891]

This was the best video! You are a hoot. I really enjoyed your creativity, as well as your great attitude. Thanks for the entertainment. I need to now get a sewing machine.

[@uktree1]

A tiny bit of black dye might just tone those bright green trousers down. I keep stuff too! I even cut off the ribbon inside garments that they sew in to keep them hangers.

[@lyndaendicott361]

I do the same.

[@sandilee5744]

I am 67 years old. And when I got the first glimpse of those green pants I thought whoa. But when you had them on, I loved the color

[@melissasweeting-percentie6679]

Madam, your channel is a blessing to me. I thought I was the only one stashing and hoarding loved fabs and trims lol

[@HannahCatherineMain]

No way, you have no idea how much I have!!

[@rhonddalesley]

If you type in ‘fabric stash’ or ‘fabric haul’ in the KZbin search bar you’ll see just how much of a stash most sewists have 🤣

[@irenehynes7536]

You are not alone! I have lots and lots of stash….with plans galore…not enough time…but eventually, I will.😊

[@MormorMb]

I have a sewing room and 2 material rooms lol

[@judyblackmancallender3663]

​​@@HannahCatherineMainYeah girl! Same here. I' know I'm gonna reopen a clothing Boutique, but it will be a "Refashioned" clothing store. Thank you Jesus! And my adult children only wished they can throw away all my hoarded junk. Many things can be created from "junk"!! Not only in the sewing and fabrics industry!! The audacity of the naysayers is downright impertinent!! All thru YT, there are ppl from all walks of life, turning junk into useful items, that benefit others! It's so amazing and wonderful! God Almighty is a highly creative being!! ❤❤❤😂 So we; being His human creations, should follow suit!! Amen and Amen!!! Bless up to all you fabric lovers/ junkies on planet earth. Beautiful fabrics are "our" world!!! 😅😅😅❤❤❤ Every last piece!!! 😂😂😂

[@magdalenamartinez2273]

Hi Hannah Catherine! Magdalena here. So nice to find your channel. 💫I too grew up with Gram, Mom and Aunts all sewing. I too, have various stacks of beautiful thrift store finds, sale rack deals, old ward rob pieces, patterns and fabrics with good intentions, bags of silks, laces, linens and ribbons. Once in a while, I will hem this or cut that. I just watched and subscribed! You are awesome! I completely enjoyed your video, your directness, honesty, and share in your can do, save it all -repurposing vision♻ I can make that work attitude! Especially with a husband helping to boot! 💞 Very Sweet. Thanks for sharing, and for the encouragement to jump back into sewing. Sending Best, Magdalena

[@beatricevancroonenborg9465]

Adore the whole thrift mentality in a younger person. It shows a sense of creativity within boundaries. And you’re wealthier for it. Good on you!

[@marypeterson1053]

The green is wonderful.

[@frannygrace2191]

You do such an amazing job explaining everything for the beginner upcycler. I enjoy your videos.

[@ZeldaSews]

Hi. I was listening to you as I was walking through Dollar Tree! Awesome.

[@ardelladavis5066]

I love the green pants…

[@abundantlyinspired]

The "this will only take 5 mins" is the Been There Done That echo of every sewer and upcycler😁I loved seeing your upcycles..... Well done!!!!❤❤❤🎉

[@SomeBuddy777]

Quite often the material that you like in a piece of clothing, especially the larger size items, is much less expensize than buying the material new.

[@marylowe8617]

That color of green is great!

[@MorriganSlayde]

Someone who has fabric stacked tight with their skeins of yarn is someone I need to follow.

[@susancheveralllong7694]

Im glad you didnt replace the zip. The top is great

[@HannahCatherineMain]

I think you are the FIRST person to say this!! I’ve gotten soooo many comments on this video upset that I cut it in half, but I just knew I wouldn’t wear that style of dress, and I HATE sewing zippers!!!

[@janice2992]

The dress that was too small is great. That is a real achievement well done. I liked all of your upcycles.👍💖

[@nancyhansen8844]

So fun to watch your videos. Keep up the upcycling it's great!

[@ireneterpstra1366]

I thought the green pants were perfect. But that's just me and what I like.

[@pjadventure6285]

OMG! I’m just like that !! SAVE IT FOR JUST “INCASE”! When does just “incase” come?? Now that I’m in my 50’s I catch myself doing it & stop . So good for you for catching & changing yourself while your young.

[@irenehynes7536]

Hahaha…I’m 72 and still doing it…I always see something else in the things I’ve saved…

[@gurgleblurgle7345]

I love the the color of those green pants. Beautiful.

[@lillianbland2712]

Very clever... nice way to help others change their outfits and make some pocket money

[@teresajasmer1358]

Fantastic, creative work. I sat & soaked it all up. NOT me, to be this brave. I love green & want to wear those " new" pants?😅

[@susanramsay4189]

Re: short straps. Maybe that dress was a petite. We shorties do no just have shorter legs, we are shorter all over. I have one shoulder that is 7.5" from neck to shoulder and one that is almost 9". My bra straps are always falling down. Sometimes even shoes are a bit to deep, and the top of the shoe hits my ankle and hurts, so I wear heel pads.

[@eeddoosshh]

Lovely video, and lovely garments! Hope you get a lot more wear out of them now :) Quick tip from an avid upcycler to another :) for the skirt with the "sewn-in" elastic: You can still add a new elastic, without seam ripping and removing the old one. Just use the existing tunnel and add your elastic in there. Done 👍 hope this helps in your future upcycling endeavors!

[@HannahCatherineMain]

That’s a great idea!! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@taylorseal5280]

This never occurred to me! Seems so obvious once you said it haha. Thanks for sharing

[@theeggtimertictic1136]

Yes that's what I always do ... I'm doing it with my daughter's pjs today. Everything seems obvious in hindsight 😊

[@carlahager]

Love the floral top !!!!

[@jhjln8712]

It seems like all my store-bought elastic is sewn in, but using a stretch stitch. Nothing seems to use a casing but home sewing patterns. I’m always having to unpick completely! Great job on the black floral dress. The pink ruffles really helped to tie in the pink panels and make it all seem intentional. You’re right- lots of tutorials out there on making clothes smaller; maybe not so many on making them bigger. I gained a lot of sudden weight due to medication, and added LOTS of panels to lots of my clothes 😂.

[@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm]

I get you! I Junk Journal, and whenever I find something I like online or thrifting, I’ll get it, but then I might not think it will work with the Journal I’m doing, so I will put it to the side for the exact Journal I might make later. My craft room is full of pieces for me to put into a specific Journal, but I don’t know which one yet. I just found you tonight, and I’m so glad. Love everything you’ve done. Now where is my sewing machine … ❤

[@lindsaycooke361]

why didnt u just fix the zipper?

[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

Yes, for that floral dress, all I would have done is replaced the zipper because the dress is lovely as it is.

[@michaelsnider2484]

I agree.

[@pawsoffriendship525]

With the left over yellow top piece....white tshirt and that top as a vest. !

[@juliedembowski9039]

When I add panels to clothes I like to add them to the sides

[@grandmakatemakes]

I can't watch anymore. 😂

[@jonnaborosky8836]

Enjoyed your vid very much! You and I seem to think in much the same ways. I like your "Go for it" attitude!

[@theresaanndiaz3179]

I am a big fan of specialty sewing machine feet, I use my edge stitching foot all the time for top stitching. The floral top is adorable on you, it would look cute with shorts for a barbecue or picnic in summer.

[@HannahCatherineMain]

I love that idea!

[@susannacollinson9821]

Love, love the pink trim as the finishing touch. And, yes; I'm sure lots of us keep bits & bobbs. Your approach to individual design is highly entertaining. Looking forward to future videos & more great sewing tips😊

[@onlyyours725]

I enjoyed your "flips" creativity is my jam. I hope to see more of your videos. That husband trying to fix your machine was awesome to see. He just dove right in like a pro. Too bad he couldn't fix it but we can be good at everything. ❤

[@angelamcentee1277]

You did a wonderful job on the dress, love that shade of pink. Also great job with the ruffle top, you made the right choice.

[@connieacree4006]

The green is perfect.😊❤

[@julierosie62]

I love that little fringed top more than I liked the dress, and I liked the dress a lot! If you have any more trim a cute pair of shorts would be amazing made from the skirt. Like a little 1950s set! So many possibilities, I hope you post more upcycling videos cos you have fabulous ideas, you’ve really inspired me cos I have a pile to do too! Thank you so much ❤

[@helenm1085]

Great upcycles! You're talking about using your seam ripper to unpick.... Do you know how to use it to rip seams? You use the point to break a few stitches, then put the red end under the stitches - it pushes the fabric out of the way of the blade and makes seam ripping fast!

[@HannahCatherineMain]

I just learned that from someone else’s comment on this video, I can’t believe I have been doing it wrong this whole time!!! Thanks!

[@helenm1085]

@@HannahCatherineMain I did it wrong for so long myself! And it's such a pain to do haha

[@terpinator24]

I appreciate you doing this! Your transparency about the process is somthing I found to be corroborated in my own sewing redos! I too have redone some skirts with the same pesky sewn-in elastic! They are a bear!

[@janice2992]

Yes love we crafter's are all collectors and love our stash. I really enjoyed watching you it's been a long time since I did any sewing because I have M.E.. I am so glad you came up on my phone. I will be bing watching you then back to my sewing pile. Thank you 💖

[@christyw9883]

Dont be afraid to replace a zipper! You do it once and have that knowledge for life! Watch a video first!

[@prosie1968]

Since you don’t like the ties of that yellow blouse, maybe you can deconstruct that to lengthen the crop. I did like the hot pink but I would have stitched in the ditch but the trim is also very cute.

[@albarodriguezcollantes5615]

Thank you for adding that last piece 😊😊😊😊💜💜💜

[@CatherineSews]

I like the way you did that first elastic. I’ve never seen anyone do it like that!

[@willworkforyarn4893]

Great projects. I like the green pants (on you, lol).

[@jolenejoleeene]

Making matching shorts out of that white floral dress would look so amazing. I like the "winging it" style of this content. Thanks!

[@marywest2896]

I hope with the pleated skirt that you go ahead and make the skirt, and wear the top and skirt together....a dress cut in half and still worn as a dress/outfit....that floral dress was and is beautiful...the pink ruffle is the perfect match and dullness for the pink flowers in the dress...I say dullness, the bright pink was not only too pink but shiny, it clashed with the non shiny fabric of the dress...this is the first time I have seen your channel, enjoyed it.new subbie now.

[@myopinion4600]

You’re amazing! The lesson I learnt is to just go for it. Don’t over-invest…..just do it. Thank you. 😊

[@deannfrey3469]

That fringe is adorable. I was ‘ I don’t know…’ but once finished, adorable!

[@shelmasubmarine3306]

I really enjoyed you fixing all these clothes, I'm currently in the mindset of upcycling the clothes I have before adding more and more to my wardrobe and this really inspires ❤

[@epicnamepwns1242]

If an article of apparel would otherwise be destined for donation or the rag bin it's definitely up-cycling to find a way to rescue it - even if it's almost new.

[@meman6964]

I do that too! Start sewing 🧵 by thread color! Get as much done without rethreading machine

[@jackieruffoni5750]

The multi colour dress was beautiful. You could have either changed the zip OR shortened the original zip by binding the bottom of the zip with cotton and sewing up the back centre seam more to cover the repaired zip bottom. Reinforce with more stitching maybe by hand. Then you would still have a dress. Tip, Amazon have a range of replacement zip parts in various colour tones for future reference.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Thanks for the tips! Regarding the waist band elastic being attached to the waist band... It prevents any shifting of the gathers. They stay completely and exactly where they need to be. It also prevents the elastic from twisting, so I do it all the time. I think the trick is using a longer stitch length, and quality elastic. Maybe fast fashion ready-to-wear companies make adorable clothes but do it with low quality textiles and notions? resulting in funky waist bands, broken zippers, etc.

[@carolg.6838]

I received a new dress with tags from someone who wanted to pass it along. It had long sleeves and I could not get my hands through the cuff. I didn't know thrift stores would take something that needed elastic replaced. They should have an upcycle section.

[@sarahkinsey5434]

Non-roll elastic is thick and stays put without twisting

[@critchley999]

Love watching your channel on a boring wet Sunday afternoon. I love the way you fast forward everything as I get bored when people show everything in real time. I have a blouse that I've been wanting to make smaller and you have inspired me to give it a go. I was sorry that you destroyed that pretty floral dress though for the sake of a tiny bit of zipper that you could have oversewn just above the break and taken the seam up higher to cover it. Wasn't too keen on the pink fringed top but then that's just me. I love the fact that you make mistakes too and aren't afraid to show it. xx

[@lilolmecj]

I have been sewing for a long time. About eighteen months ago my daughter gave me a dress that she got for $2, and it was made of nice fabric, but very frumpy. It took me a long time to decide how to approach it. It had dolman sleeves, and the bodice was too big, just way too much fabric. And it wasn’t least 6” too long. I finally decided to cut off the dolman extensions, which left a big gap in the side seam. I was able to use the fabric I had cut off the length to fill in and create more of a regular sleeveless look. It is pretty cute now. All that talking to say just take your time to sort how to do it, it might be simple, or it might take some thinking.

[@minerva5025]

Hi Hannah , yes maybe a bit neon yellow yet I think is so beautiful.gorgeous

[@barbraarchibeque]

Love the green, even more green 😍

[@jodyporta2188]

Omg! I just stumbled on ur channel, and I just love u! I’ve been up cycling my clothes since I was 10, and I’m currently 66! Whoohoo! When u ever bent down to pick up the clothes and revealed that shelf of crafting supplies I was hooked..subscribed! Can’t wait to see what mischief u inspire me to do.

[@irenehynes7536]

I’m 72 and have been “fixing “ my clothes like you, since I was a little kid…can’t remember what age I was. More kindred spirits!😊

[@jodyporta2188]

That’s so cool!! Everything I buy either in a store or thrifted I have to revamp. I think it also shows our personal style!

[@KatherineRoseArt]

Idk if you've already done anything w/ the green pants but i would wash them a few more times w/ detourgent on a hot setting and see if some of the dye fades off before you try using bleach or anything to remove dye. Cuz they may fade some. just an idea.

[@katiebeantown7355]

I LOVE the idea to show how to make things bigger! That’s hardly ever tackled in tutorials. I like the direction you took by making the panels a design feature. I tailor & hack clothing sometimes too & I often use a coordinating ditsy or polka dot in similar colors or a contrasting plaid or geometric. 😊

[@goalgether]

You are just SO fun to watch! First video I’ve seen and I’ve subbed…which i RARELY do. I’m a habitual watcher but rare subscriber 😅 I can’t wait to upcycle my first piece!

[@HeedGodsWord]

It is so cute what you did to the floral dress at the end of the video....the beads on the ruffle trim....oh my! That is genius! and adorable. Good job!

[@leigh7802]

Your creativity and bravery are inspiring. What a fun channel you've created. I'll be watching and saving ideas from you...keep it up, you're doing great!

[@jillongley7543]

It's a good idea to add a little vinegar when dying fabrics. The vinegar acts as a mordant and help sets the dye.

[@judyblackmancallender3663]

@@jillongley7543 Really??!! I didn't know that!! Now I too have learnt something new!! HURRAY! Hurraý! Thanks much for sharing that tidbit. I always say to ppl, you're never too old to learn anything new. 😘😘😃

[@weebeevillaging587]

Try mixing light colored blue with pale yellow to get your color.

[@djoy4ly317]

YAY! LOVE THE TWIRLY, SWIRLY DRESS WITH THE PANEL INSERTS!!

[@nancyhaynes4459]

So glad you used the trim. It looks perfect on the skirt.

[@noomisoetaert5141]

Dear sister i love what you are doing i am also a crafster and a thrifster i have also a lot of things to sew and have somany idea's of what i would want to make or sew i have somany upcycle things i love sewing anyway and i can find my self in things you are saying but do to my job i can't do somuch as i would want to do and also creativity is keeping you young and stressles thats way i love crafting and sewing may God bless you with many more great and beautiful idea's i love your post

[@danika6586]

Love, love your style and talent! New sub! And I am definitely going to start making some skirts from my too short dresses. I’m older now, no one wants to see grandma with a short dress in a gust of wind 😁

[@annettestewart7903]

I think they all came out great, i would have just added a faux corset/ lace up detail to the front and back of the panel dress

[@teresarangel2729]

Loved the green pants. Try a pink top.

[@kathygann7632]

When I went to college, we had a one room bedroom that we shared in the dorm, but I took my sewing machine!

[@marianwooten6110]

Love your cheerful attitude! I'm actually up cycling a shawl and adding binding. Have fun! Thank you for your inspiration.

[@mariettagernandt4575]

Just a tip.... oxygen-based stain removers are very effective and way less destructive than chlorine-based ones...

[@heidi6308]

I love thrifting! Currently upcycling some jeans into patchwork. Having so much fun!!

[@robinblack3865]

Your projects are great!!

[@TanyaLee-ot5hw]

I just came across your video and omg, I'm so glad I did! I've just started upcycling clothes that I already own because I've gain a little bit of weight and don't have the money to go out and buy new ones atm. So your ideas and techniques have given me some inspiration. So thank you and I can't wait to watch and learn some more! 😊

[@HannahCatherineMain]

I’ve been having to do that same thing!!

[@charlotteamodeo3031]

I have upcylced dresses into skirts. You have some good ideas. Have you tried making a blouse out of men's shirts? I have seen a few videoes on doing it and will try this probably in the fall.

[@cherylbaker473]

Super creative. Thank you for sharing. First time viewing.

[@johnettehaines6291]

That is my question too. If you liked the dress. Why didn't you just replace the zipper? But the top of the dress did look cute as a blouse with the fringe on it. When l have clothing that can't repaired anymore. I remove all the buttons and toss in a old cookie container. Then when l need buttons l just look in it first to reuse the button's . From what the camera shows me you got the color you wanted in the pants.

[@sues4370]

I appreciate your approach to sewing -glad your channel came up on my feed.

[@Squishbiscuits]

The yellow dress flip was perfect! Exactly my plan for a Thrift Flip where the top of the dress just doesn’t fit my shoulders.

[@Lindsteadtify]

You are adorable. I love your upcycle ideas and your presentation. 🎉

[@denisepettit8534]

First timer here. I think your green pants would really work with a pink top, would love to see a pink top with them. Your last dress and the top of the second dress I just love totally. Going to see what else you have on your channel.

[@Peaceflag47]

Love the print blouse with the big flowy collar!

[@sleepyfacedangel]

A friend told me Rit has a dye chart online to help achieve any color you want... I wanted a olive/muted army green to color a pair of my favorite pants that got sun bleached. 👍

[@shereebarends1997]

You have just shown me myself. What I did in the past. I thought I was the only one thinking like you do.!

[@VanessaAllred]

Well done on the dress. I am impressed with your ingenuity. I agree with going with your heart. There is a point in every project where I want to scrap it but I keep going until I’m happy with it.

[@lindasivilich528]

Love tour approach to the different items. Thank you.

[@irenehynes7536]

Your upcycles are fabulous! I hang on to clothing pieces too…I have lots of plans…sometimes it’s because I love the print, or texture of the fabric(like you!) I often buy a larger size, even new- on a super “sale”, b/c I know I can make it smaller. I guess we are kindred spirits! 😂 I love the last dream with the added panels and ruffles! It looks fabulous. Here’s a challenge for you…making a floor length dress worn to a wedding, with shiny beads on the top and jacket…into a “normal day” dress….like going out for lunch. I have saved a beautiful navy blue dress worn to a wedding…that I love the shape of the lower part…it too shiny on the bodice, and jacket. Any ideas? Thanks for the great video…I have subscribed…thank you!❤

[@fenderskirt8]

Great ideas! The fringe top from the dress is so cute. The skirt of that dress, you could remove the ziipper and sew in a new short one, add an interior band for an invisible waistband.

[@dar4835]

On the dress with the tie. Someone somewhere suggested that you tie it in the opposite way that you normally tie things, and that way, the bow lays flat. Gosh, I had to practice that one! You do really cute stuff!!!