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Crafty By Nature Entry by Janet Metzger

March 24th, 2009 in sewing, fashion, restyle, gallery     
theemptynest theemptynest, member
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This is a sweet childs cardigan I fashioned from a forgotten cast away adult wool sweater destined for the local landfill. I Fulled it in my washer then turned it from a pullover to a cardigan by cutting up the front and sewing edge under. I then needle felted two cute wooly sheep on the front using clouds of creamy wool roving. Green grass was needle felted under their little feet. I embellished around the neck by needle felting recycled wool yarn. Salvaged Grosgrain ribbon was added for a pretty tie closure. This wool sweater went from a throw away to a treasure in one afternoon!


Pattern or design used: My own design - Janet Metzger
posted in: sewing, fashion, restyle, gallery, wearable, yarn, , green, sweater, trendy, couture, other fiber, black, brown, felting, sportswear, beige, cream
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Comments (6)

clafaver writes: I am waiting for the resale shop to start getting in sweaters. Thnks for the inspiration. I can't wait to try your ideas!
Posted: 7:52 am on August 12th
theemptynest writes: Thank you everyone for your wonderful comments, they are very appreciated. FYI...most of my creations are for sale in my Etsy shop, just in case anyone is interested ;-)
Your friend..Janet
Posted: 5:26 pm on March 30th
fabricstitcher writes: This is such a lovely sweater - and such a clever recycling project.
Posted: 9:48 am on March 28th
Irish13 writes: This sweater is unbelievable. Boy, would my little granddaughter's love this. You did a phenominal job.
Posted: 9:06 am on March 28th
annquill writes: How sweet! A treasure it is.
Posted: 8:44 pm on March 27th
LynnAlexander writes: Just lovely, Your sweaters are very inspiring!
Posted: 3:46 pm on March 27th
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