before and after

outgrown but not ready to hand down

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My friend has always gotten courtneycourtneys and customs made for her family and friends’ kids. I received a stack of pieces that her niece has outgrown but was not ready to part with just yet!

My first thought when I was going through all the clothing was, YES. This mama takes care of her clothing and I really appreciate that so much.

I created one dress from four, one sweater from two and a pillow from three.

Send me a photo of your outgrown clothing you’d like re-sewn, and I can see what I might be able to make!

I really enjoyed making the pillow!

before and after and after: neiman marcus cotton cable knit sweater

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I first sewed this mens sweater in April 2022 into the vest dress. It took several washes and eventually design choices to remove stains.

It’s been hanging on my clothing rack since then…and upon trying it again (after these first photos) it really didn’t look and fit as I intended. So I decided to change it again into a two piece, with a gather at the back for a better fit that feels more fresh and less formal. The skirt has a high-low cut as well.

I remember the day I found this sweater at the thrift store! Whenever I find vintage items that were produced in British Hong Kong, they remind me of where my dad grew up.

This vintage Neiman Marcus 100% mercerized cotton sweater is likely from the late 70s-early 80s.

vintage mix: 1968 sewing pattern using 1970s vintage fabric

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I ordered this vintage pattern for the sunhat. But those pieces were missing.

I paired vintage poly knits from Gypsyland Palm Springs with cotton t-shirts and polos:

See all my creations featuring vintage fabric in store at https://courtneycourtney.bigcartel.com/products?utf8=✓&search=VINTAGE

Buying vintage is recycling!

Thank you!

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