Jen O
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Nehmah McGehee commented on Jen O's album
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Aprons from old dresses

"I have two dress patterns that I like very much, but I have out-grown them.  I will be using the fronts and side pieces to make aprons for my front.  Thanks for the idea from your "pure" repurposed dresses,  Cordially, Nehmah"
Mar 11
Ragamuffin Quilts commented on Jen O's album
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Aprons from old dresses

"Adorable! Great way to upcycle old items. :-)"
Mar 10
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Aprons from old dresses

Here's two aprons that were cut from old sun dresses--it's a fun way to repuropose a cute but no longer wearable dress.
Mar 9
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50's style summer dress

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50's style sun dress

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Community AssistantKaren Pior commented on Jen O's photo
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50's style sun dress

"This dress is truly lovely. I love the style and the fabric. Would look wonderful in my wardrobe!! Cheers, Karen."
Jan 24
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Butterick Retro style dress

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50's style sun dress

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50's style Wrap front dress

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50's style summer dress

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Jen O replied to the discussion 'How to Thread an Industrial Sewing Machine' in the group Industrial Sewing
"They thread just like the good old fashioned straight stitch Singers used to (easy) I have to note that this is a humdinger machine--look at the walking foot! I am more experienced on the regular single needle straight stitch variety made by Consew…"
Apr 24, 2011
Jen O replied to the discussion 'Tutorial: How to Make a Loose Frame Awning for Your Home' in the group Industrial Sewing
"I love Sailrite and have ordered their light weight Sunbrella canvas--they have the best selection and great service, not to mention many neat video tutorials. This tutorial has me thinking--would PVC pipe work in this same function (rather than…"
Apr 24, 2011
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Industrial Sewing

Taking the intimidation out of industrial machines, fabrics, tools, techniques, and projects.
Apr 24, 2011
Shannon commented on Jen O's photo
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Two Aprons cut from old Sun Dresses

"Love this idea!!!"
Apr 22, 2011
Angee Barbe commented on Jen O's photo
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Two Aprons cut from old Sun Dresses

"Very creative.  I love these!  Great job Jen!"
Mar 28, 2011
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Two Aprons cut from old Sun Dresses

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I am an awesome:
I love everything fabric / fashion / and vintage. I have sewn all my life, and still find time to make something fun every month or so. To share my passion, I have a blog and I sell vintage patterns, books, & fabric, as well as fashion online. I have also taught sewing at all skill levels, from home sewing to costume making. But I'm not all about sewing, so if it's sunny, I'm probably outside working in the garden, or in the kitchen cooking up a pot of soup if the weather is gray. At the end of the day, it's a good movie on the couch with a kitty on the lap quilt for me!
My sewing interests are:
garment, upholstery
My sewing machine(s):
#1- mid-1970's Pfaff, my daily work horse
+ a cheap-o Brother for toting around and loaning out
+ some ancient cuties that only do straight stitches
+ a NEW Brother serger (the others died all at the same time, so the new one is my baby)
I am interested in patterns such as:
I draft most of mine, but will use a new or vintage pattern if I think it will save me time--any brand will do if the pattern design looks like what I want.

A few of my favorite vintage notions that inspire me!

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Mending and re-styling Aprons

Posted on January 17, 2011 at 10:15pm 0 Comments



I'm getting ready to mend some aprons and sew up some 'new' ones that I have re-styled from a few dresses.  I use the dress front as the apron, and… Continue

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At 12:01pm on January 19, 2011, Angee Barbe said…
I think inspiration is the beginning of creativity!  I can't wait to see more of your projects.....on that 'expensive' body form! hahahahaha
At 10:52am on January 19, 2011, Angee Barbe said…
It's so awesome that you've joined SWN Jen!  You've jumped in with both feet and it's so exciting.  Thank you for taking the time to share with us your experience and talent.
 
 
 

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