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Trees are poems that Earth writes upon the sky. We fell them down and turn them into paper, that we may record our emptiness. ---Kahlil Gibran

Thursday, June 12, 2014

ABC’s of Recycling


Are you wondering why you haven’t done this before?
Bits and pieces of your wardrobe scattered on the floor-
C
amouflaged inside an old summer frock,
(Deconstructed) awaits a puzzle to unlock.
E
ach piece reassembled to make something new,
F
ortunately, Pinterest can show you what to do!

 

Old Frock Deconstructed

 
Cut off the bottom of T-shirt, add material strips


Gather old clothing and take a second look.
H
elp yourself to the buttons, ribbons and hooks.
I
n every item there is something to cull,
J
ust make selections that aren’t faded or dull.
K
nit, cotton, corduroy, denim – or whatever you choose.
L
ook at the fabrics; there’s no way you can lose!

Cast Offs
Master the urge to just go out and buy.
N
o one else has your creativity – don’t be shy.
O
riginality is only imagination that you let out!
P
urge your closet and discover a different route.
Q
uit procrastinating!
R
ecycle! Why are you waiting?


Crochet thread & Lace for modest neckline

S
ew something pretty and make something new.
T
reasures are buried right in front of you!
U
nique as you are, it’s bound to be great.
V
ariety is the spice that opens the gate!

 
Shorten maxi skirt & make cap sleeves with the fabric
Wear it with pride, whatever you construct.
Xeroxed fashion is for indiscriminate “others”

Y
ummy one-of-kind, hand-made is my druther.
Z
illion points awarded for being FREE!

 
Left over yarn into a bag
Potholders from childs loom kit into a purse
 

Next time won’t you sew with me?



Winston's Quilt



 

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