Revamping My Clothes for Winter 🧥 Sustainable Wardrobe Hacks

[@anagoldberg]

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[@cmst6408]

Will check it out. Thanks Ana. You did wonderful, unique refreshes with your clothes. And is very inspiring ❤️ 😍 💕

[@RachelAnnHarris-Sparks-h8y]

I just got my gold subscription!!!! Excited : )

[@HaTikvahOfTheWorld]

I signed up! I really need to improve my crochet skills and I'm excited to see what else I can learn!

[@markbrown2749]

This topic is about 12 planets away from my reality, but there's a philosophical undertone that I resonate with. An enjoyable video as usual.

[@carolinamanhaes2922]

I had never tought crochet as an option to ad lengh to pants, it came out so beautiful!!!

[@geriattrique7141]

I love your style! It’s so refreshing to see a colourful and unique style that is sustainable and minimalist, opposed to the more neutral styles (no shade to anyone that likes that, but I just prefer yours)! Your creativity is awesome and your technique is beautiful!

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, thank you for being so kind, Geri ❤️

[@WerewolfStyleGuide]

I love that first outfit so much. The red buttons with the corduroys, linen jacket, and THAT HAT!!! Iconic. Really chic and comfortable at the same time.

[@wlammy4ever]

Wow I didn’t expect the red buttons would make such a big difference, so so nice!

[@marianhunt8899]

I carefully paint my buttons with nail varnish to change the look😂. I can remove it again and try another colour. My lazy hack!

[@lostvalentines28]

The easiest way I've found to stencil for embroidery is to print/draw the image you want to embroider on printer paper, then use the long side of a chalk stick to rub all over the back of the image. Gently lay the paper into the fabric where you want the design, pin it, then trace hard over the image outline with a stylus so the pressure presses the chalk into the fabric. Super simple and washes out well

[@Wandah-wu9or]

I like what youve done to extend the life of your clothes.

[@QuilterNancy]

Those crocheted pants are beautiful! Well done!

[@agustinagalletita7453]

Soft, warm, calm, inspiring and reassuring ❤

[@dagnolia6004]

you are an artist! i knew you were poetic by the beautiful, thoughtful way you speak; BUT the PHYSICAL art you create is just as thoughtful and beautiful

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, thank you so much ❤️

[@HaTikvahOfTheWorld]

I love your style! I also love people such as yourself who aren't running to fancy stores for every fashionable whim!

[@epicnamepwns1242]

I love your little improvements, they really are very true to your style. I would perhaps make some festive table linens from the plaid shirt, but there's certainly plenty of good fabric in it for possible future projects

[@tracyoduinn9438]

I appreciate your efforts to work through the hard seasons. Hand work on garments is always so charming. Peace to you

[@myhandsaslanguage]

Thank you for these tips! I had lost motivation to adjust my current clothes, but now I’m feeling motivated to change buttons and make little adjustments instead of feeling not pretty in them.

[@anagoldberg]

You’re welcome! So glad you feel inspired to update your wardrobe 😊

[@lindarogers4188]

Excellent video. Thank you for sharing.

[@rnicholson4135]

I’m in the process of looking at each garment in my wardrobe that I don’t reach for to wear and deciding what to do to make it more me. I took at sweatshirt that the bottom band was too tight on and combined it with a sweatshirt that had worn out along with a thrifted shirt. It now has a zip up the front and a hood and the bottom band is bigger. I have worn it nearly every day since. I love the idea of the crochet extension on your pants! I frequently need to lengthen pants, especially thrifted ones - I can see me using crochet on the thrifted linen pants in my pile, after I dye them navy!

[@chelleward5116]

Ana, the up-cycling you did to these garments is simply lovely 💜

[@skimusic3773]

What good choices you made here! You seem to be becoming more yourself all the time, if that makes sense. I have begun to embrace visible mending, as introduced to me by The Green Wrapper vlog. I am a senior woman in the north woods of Michigan with a house full of "what if?" My strategy is to use up what is reasonable and pass the rest to someone who can use it. More and more I require less and less! I have begun creating Zokin cleaning cloths from old t-shirts for my dishcloths . The first ones were utilitarian to a degree, but I realized I could draw pictures with a needle and they would still function beautifully (pun intended) and keep my busy creative mind and hands happy. Thank you for your calm reflections, your continuing search for beauty and inspiration, and the glimpses of another world that you provide your online community! Happy holidays and stay warm!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your creative journey - it's inspiring!❤️

[@ausnein7139]

I like all the three changes you did to your clothes ❤. As someone who loves sewing, I want to add that a sewing machine hasn’t to be expensive. I only sew with very old sewing machines and never would buy a modern one. The old ones are (for example an old singer) as good as the modern ones or even better. The old ones are always repairable, the expensive modern ones aren’t. The old ones are very cheap, you can get one for about 50 € (here in Germany). Maybe you have to clean and oil it, but the most machines will work perfectly then.

[@KandyLamb]

Also, in the states, the libraries sometimes have some to lend for free, and you can use the ones in the larger JoAnn stores that have craft spaces.

[@nadialetourneau4490]

I sew a linen shirt dress with 14 differents buttons from my stash. An intentinnal choice with a nice swing!

[@anagoldberg]

That's a great way to give a piece of clothing so much personality.

[@miriamhavard7621]

Really GOOD idea!

[@shellylinnn]

Ana!! I think *you* are so full of beauty, harmony and symmetry! I truly loved these 3 ideas and I'm proud of you promoting that it's easy enough to hand sew. Well, ok, because I'm all about hand sewing myself, but there's a certain zen and satisfaction in completing projects with simply a needle and thread. I do macrame so maybe I'll try a little macrame edge for one of my pants that are a bit on the short side, too. Hope you find other fun ideas to revamp more clothes! 💖

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Shelly! Hand sewing is very underrated and I would love to learn and promote it even more 😊A macrame edge sounds like such a great project!😍

[@michelecraig9658]

Such a great idea to swap our buttons, which also works for old wool coats (there are many in Thrift Store, though the buttons are usually awful). I sew a lot of my dresses and once made one with the buttons unequal distances apart. No one said anything, but they would always stare at them, which made me laugh afterwards.

[@eileenhipfner3281]

What a wonderful video! I love your creative embellishments, especially the crocheted cuffs on your black trousers. Please, please do that Part Two!

[@danniefrenchpea63]

I love what you have done to be able to keep your existing clothes 😍 It's very inspiring! I am really into upcycling and using ethical means, so the arrival of your video was well timed! Thank you so much for sharing your video 🙏💖 I have subscribed

[@vivienhawkins-xe2mm]

I am so glad that I found this video!. I thought you had disappeared from KZbin, and I haven’t got patreon. Your changes to your existing wardrobe are beautiful. Thank you Ana, and God bless you x

[@carmimo]

Loved this! A part 2 would be amazing :)

[@Dwynfal]

Great ideas Ana! I've been changing buttons on clothes for decades now! I started out of necessity on blazers and cardigan because I abhor the gold-coloured buttons they often have! Personally I prefer white metal or shell buttons but I I keep an open mind when thrifting as sometimes you can find some quirky gems! I'm not one for crochet or knitting but I love how your black pants came out. 😊 I recently had a pair of new-ish jeans split along a back pocket. I figured there must have been a fault in the fabric because there is no way this happened simply from use. I put a thin cotton patch on the inside and used sashiko embroidery to keep it in place. The rip is still visible, which I like because it tells the story of those jeans, and the contrast thread (in many shades of blue and white) makes a great pattern on the jeans themselves. I've had people actually ask me where I bought my jeans because they are so cool! 😂

[@annakis2729]

I would love to see a part 2! ❤

[@ellendurkee5444]

The pant cuffs are great!

[@anagoldberg]

Thanks, Ellen!

[@shaynaformity1384]

Those red buttons! You took a nice shirt, and turned it into something playful and expressive. I love the impact of using contrasting thread. I have had some improvement in my health, and now the pants I am wearing are too big. I hate seaming....you've inspired me to maybe do some lacing up the sides with embroidery floss. No need to cut anything, and if I get bigger again, I could just let them out again... Hmmmmmm...

[@rachelbrewin5618]

I change buttons, hand hem and sometimes elasticate the back of waistbands (easier than it sounds), occasionally dye stuff. Love your alteration hacks Ana, all looks great.

[@bigwildonion]

Hand made socks are a pleasure to wear! Enjoy them!❤

[@miriamhavard7621]

Excellent!!!! 😃

[@evildaemonlover]

Love all the changes but the crochet cuffs are soo inspirational

[@Canny-Octopus]

There is a dissolving transfer decal, Sulky Solvy, that you can print the design onto like paper, then it sticks to the fabric like a sticker. You embroider right over it, then wash and it dissolves. I've embroidered such complex designs, and it was an absolute cinch (well the design transfer was easy).

[@nymeria941]

The insect embroidery is beautiful! Always good to see you on KZbin. I hope your winter is warm and cozy 💜

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, my friend! Wishing you warmth and coziness too 💜

[@jennybanana2296]

Love this! The Shirt looks so stylish and fun with the red buttons! 🍒

[@summerrain7466]

I do not abide by "Rules" either when it comes to wardrobe. I feel that everyone's style is unique and personal. (I did, however, cringe one day when my son wore a plaid shirt with camoflage pants.) I think it's wonderful how creative you are, Ana! Your embroidery came out beautiful!

[@cristyann.h]

Such great ideas! Thanks for sharing. Love the "new" dress! 🙂👗

[@KF-ds5uo]

The shirt with the red buttons is so cute! ❤ You ideas are very clever.

[@elizabethharris371]

Love your sustainable creative techniques to enhance the clothes you already have and love.

[@Mimulus2717]

These hacks are brilliant! I definitely have a pair of too short cotton pants that I will be adding crochet cuffs too!

[@anagoldberg]

Yay, I hope you'll enjoy the process and the result! I've been nursing this idea for a while and now only regret not doing it sooner 😊

[@lllthink]

I love how you mix match colours! Your look is very original and suits you a lot. Very good ideas. 😊

[@vanessalcx]

You are so creative and inspiring ! 👏🏻✨

[@coco85949]

A M A Z I N G 🤩👏I love these ideas. You are so creative !! Thanks for your inspiration, dear Ana 🙏🫶

[@mammaditobia]

Dear Ana, you're so smart and skilled!!! I loved every single piece you updated.❤ I usually don't get tired of my clothes, because they get ruined before I can get tired of them. But i often costumize my clothes when I buy them.😊

[@anagoldberg]

Dear Chiara, thank you for your kind compliment ❤️ Customization is so much fun! It's all about making the clothes truly yours.

[@leenb.7936]

Especially love the embroidery detail on the linen dress. The crochet ends to the black pants wasn’t as beautiful to me because I foremost am thinking the black of the pants wasn’t portrayed well on screen but still, the pants weren’t my preferred style so it could also be that. It is gorgeous in real life, I’m betting! And I’m guessing it will be an awesome trick to do with pants my style… though, now that I’m envisioning this with a nice flared denim like pair of pants, I’m suddenly remembering the 7/8 leg length red trousers that, on my short self, is more like a 14/15. It always bothered me slightly but they’re too comfy to ditch so I think I’ll go shopping for either the right color in red or find a multicolored one I like, think that will be beautiful. Might even look out for the right feel and thickness so that I can embroider a bit on a leg or pocket to give it a more coherent look, that might be neat as well. All in all thanks for all the inspiration, we might have different styles (though if I had your body style, I would definitely go more towards your style, love the style, just doesn’t match my body as well as I would need it to be to feel comfy enough) but I still can do so much with your examples. Inspiration can come from the weirdest, most different of sources sometimes so no wonder there 😊

[@Xitaychin]

Thank you! Beautiful woman, beautiful results. You did a great job! Love your calming voice:3

[@cynthiareimer2020]

I’ve done boro stitching on a blue shirt I was tired of. It is a Japanese embroidery that is very old and rather monochromatic and I just love it. It’s very relaxing to do. I also love looking at photos of the really old garments in museums and so on. I think you might enjoy it, too. I love what you have done to these three items. I find interesting buttons are quite expensive and what a great idea to thrift a garment and reuse the buttons. Thanks for the tip!

[@anagoldberg]

Boro stitching sounds like a lovely project! Thank you for the tip ❤️

[@SchneppFlute]

I love each of these, especially the embroidery on your dress!! So glad to see your creativity shine and your beautiful smile. ❤

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, dear Gayle ❤️

[@KarinM-u4f]

Graphics and such detract from ones face, I avoid wearing them myself. Anna's face is the beautiful center of attention, but at least the design is down a ways from her face.

[@bear5726]

Danke!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you ❤️

[@alanbirkner1958]

Love your style. Tina, Al's wife

[@kayerains3513]

Thank you for sharing these tips and techniques, Ana. I have used the thrift store button swap idea many times in the past with great success. Along those same lines, I have thrifted pillowcases with crocheted edges, cut the crocheted ends off, and sewed it onto pant or top bottoms for a different look. Then, you can dye the entire garment a color of your choice. This is a nice option for those of us who do not crochet, maybe have arthritis in our hands, or don't want to take the time to do it. The result is very beautiful. Thank you again, Ana. Every time I see a video from you, I stop and watch. Please take care. I hear that traffic and crossing the streets in Tblisi is hazardous to pedestrians! Peace to you.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, my friend ❤️

[@ginaquinzani6488]

Such beautiful ideas and execution. Thank you

[@janicegardner5027]

Thank you for sharing Ana. Beautiful changes. I hope you will be blessed with peace and comfort and all that you require this Christmas season and always.

[@qwertydeluxe]

Ana- I love your colorful style and your deliberate yet playful approach to changing your wardrobe to suit your tastes. The frustration with the dress embroidery was so worth it, it looks great!

[@itwasthenthatthe]

Very beautiful and inventive, dear Ana ❤ And you are a beautiful and very creative person. Happy winter everyone ❄️

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you ❤️

[@tereclemmer7923]

Such creative projects! They turned out great. 👍🏻

[@terev.]

Excellent idea, Ana jan, thank you ❤

[@CherrieForest]

Great ideas thank you 😊

[@dsolis5125]

Very chic! 🤩 I absolutely love you and your videos. Thank you Ana for another insightful and delightful video. Blessings to you and your loved ones. ❤

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much for your kind words and wishes 😘

[@sirih9012]

Loved the video 😊

[@Sandysocks303]

Ana you have such good ideas! I love all 3 outfits 😊xx

[@ursamajormouse]

I love these type of videos! I do hope you do more of them, it's so simple and inspiring. I do a LOT of dyeing of my thrifted clothes (I buy for quality materials and ignore the colors) but very little of other types of alterations lately. I was impressed by the button switch making such a big difference! I have added length to pants with contrasting fabric before but the crochet idea makes them very unique.

[@jjaanna]

There are great alternatives to converse - barefoot shoes ethically made in Europe. There are actually quite a few brands making converse-like trainers and you can find more cushioned or not-so-wide ones if preferred

[@ShesUnreal]

Beautiful 😍

[@masha1179]

Everything you do craft-wise looks amazing. And I love your colour palette and style. It's always such a pleasure to watch your videos. I've done these kinds of updates to my clothes as well but sometimes I end up not that satisfied with them. Those crochet cuffs looked fascinating indeed. Looking forward to part 2 🤗

[@anagoldberg]

There's always a risk in updating clothes, my experiments haven't been always good either 😅 Thank you for your kind words 😘

[@masha1179]

@@anagoldberg That's comforting to read 😅😇

[@ruralliberal1377]

very cute!

[@beatamichalska6220]

You are very talented ❤

[@helenapayne3414]

I love the creativity and results❤

[@elekiel]

Liebe Ana, ich mag Deinen Stil. Das Häkeln zum verlängern ist eine feine Idee. Ich habe sehr geliebte Jogginghosen, die ich gerne unter Kleidern trage mit Spitzenborte verlängert und alles miteinander gefärbt. Aktuell versuche ich mich daran eine Art Kragen zu stricken, der Leichtigkeit und ein wenig Wärme verbindet. Ich mag Deine Beiträge gern und muss bei Deiner herzlichen Verabschiedung: „backabacka“ immer schmunzeln. Alles Gute für Dich🫶

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for being so kind, my friend ❤️🤗

[@galebecker3487]

Hi Ana, love all your additions to your clothing❤. A crocheted border around socks looks lovely too. Maybe the red thrifted shirt fabric could be used to line a knitted bag or cut into squares to make a patchwork cushion cover. Your embroidery turned out so well. I love all your knitted vests❤. Lovely to see you. Take care Gale x

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Gale!

[@brittneyperry8026]

Anna, you are so inspiring! My favourite transformation is from the new buttons. Brilliant and so fun!

[@MichaelaDlouha]

Dear Ana, you are a unique special person. You ALWAYS inspire us. So stop rolling the screen and let’s do some crafty things 🤗😘 enjoy your week, take care, thank you very much Michaela

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, dear Michaela ❤️🤗

[@makermeagan3975]

I enjoyed this video so much! I've been learning to mend and customize my clothes, and love to see others being creative like this.

[@kremenadimitrova9463]

I love how the dress turn out, gorgeous ❤, about the trousers I wish I could buy a pair like this in the shop now, my creative skills are below 0 😂

[@jillmcaleese6514]

Lovely! So creative.

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Dearest Ana ❤you are so talented!!!! Every item was perfect 😍 loved it all. I would have resown the white buttons onto the red thrifted shirt & donate ❤ would love to see a part 2. have a wonderful week ❤

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, dear Sharon ❤️🤗

[@christineb8148]

Your edits suit your style and your body very well. The red buttons are a very charming touch!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Christine 🌷

[@pollygannon]

Please , Part 2!!!!!!! ❤❤❤

[@Ratatouilles]

So fun to watch, my favorite is the crotchet pants! I might try it in the sleeves of a shirt I have. 🥰

[@shaynaformity1384]

Omgosh, Ana! I've had the best piece of good fortune. I found a shirt just like yours in a free box, and it fits me perfectly and feels so cozy. I got some red buttons and blue thread. Twinsies!

[@mickjaeger7573]

I put a hold on a book of Ernst Haeckel illustrations at the library. Can't wait. Loved the alterations!

[@bonniewoodard2771]

Yes, always a pleasure to watch your videos, thank you! I've only had the 'idea' once and that was to add a variety of buttons onto the pockets of a linen dress ... it was fun! Love what you did to your clothes ... you've added more years to their life :). and they look terrific!!

[@michelecraig9658]

Here in the US we have pattern marking paper which comes in a pack of various colores, including white. I always used to use this transfer paper (like carbon paper) to transfer my embroidery design. There is also a transfer paper that you can computer print on.

[@Anita-rq9ev]

Hello dear Ana 🖐. I love your style. You are creative and you look lovely in all your clothes. Enjoy your "old/new" cothes 😊❤

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, dear Anita ❤️

[@nicola1466]

Love your style, colourwise it's very similar to mine. I am also a pale brunette, these colours are so flattering!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Nicola ❤️ I wish I've chosen these colors earlier in my life 😅

[@tinylions]

I adore your creativity, Ana! Absolutely well done, and your transformational wardrobe has given me a lot of new outlooks, too. Cheers!

[@lpanayi6954]

Great stuff! You could also have put the white buttons on the red shirt and re-donated or swapped it, maybe?

[@rogercrettol7166]

Wow ! These red buttons ! ... Splendid. Best wishes for this coming winter.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, Roger ❄️

[@dannysmith2794]

Thank you Ana.

[@quieteurbana]

You are too good in crochet! Good job!

[@MamsirMamsir]

Thank you for sharing your style and your process. You have inspired me to revamp some of my slightly-off pieces with some crochet as well!

[@Klmnop2380]

You've given me some great ideas.

[@rhosymedra6628]

very cool! I think this winter I want to try and knit a vest. they look so cozy and like a good way to make my wardrobe "feel" bigger without having to actually add a lot of pieces. also, I used to be ok at knitting and have really lost a lot of my skills (especially in reading patterns) over the past few years.

[@anagoldberg]

I bet you'll get back into it in no time! Knitting a vest sounds super cozy. 😊

[@smallofferings]

I love these projects and you look fabulous in all three!

[@WitchofCrowSummit]

Wonderful! I have mostly been mending lately: darning to preserve a favorite wool sweater and pair of handknit mittens. I haven't embellished in a long time, but this was inspirational and if you do a part two, I'd be very happy to see it!

[@ancientsprout]

I love your style and vibe

[@annalockwood3021]

I have been thinking of making similar adjustments to my own old clothes, and really appreciate your advice!! Would love to see more of these ideas. Love your sense of style!!

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you feel inspired! 😊