Crafty By Nature Entry by Janet Metzger

comments (6) March 24th, 2009 in gallery

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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

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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