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Tutorial | Flipped Cream Blouse
Let me start by saying this takes some time IF you are a beginner like me.
Before you start looking at the pictures, although I’m sure you have already done so, it is best to visualize the process in your own words. I say this because there may be a better or easier way to do this.
Tools:
- Thrifted blouse with pizzazz (random noun…I know)
- Pins
- Chalk for tracing (Although I used a pencil. HAHA. Can you tell I’m a beginner)
- Scissors and/or a Seam Ripper
- Sewing Machine (Although very possible to do by hand)
This is a plain polyester blend blouse. It is non-stretchy, which means it took me a couple trys to make it the right size.
This is the back. As you can see, it has some great detail. Right up my style alley!
I found a shirt that fit me, placed it on top, and traced. Again, because the blouse is polyester, and I used a cotton tee for tracing, I had to add about an inch to the trace line. This was definitely trial and error. The first time I did this, my husband had to help me out of the shirt. Scary.
Next I cut out the sleeves, shoulder pads (will use later), and the shoulder seams. I folded and pinned the flaps of fabric so that it would be ready for sewing. (See next image)
After pinning the front flaps, I cut the shape of the back as so. Again, I pinned the flaps of fabric down in preparation for sewing. Is this clear?
-Please let me know if you’re stuck. I will be happy to help.
–Send me a pic if you completed this one.
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Love this refashion! I hope you don’t mind but I’d love to post a link to this on The Refashion Co-ops Facebook page. I’m one of the editors and we’re always looking for innovative refashionistas.
Thank you for the comment. Please feel free to link to it!
That’s crazy good. Can’t wait to try it!
Thanks Letitia. Just finished watching one of your youtube videos. Very nice.
Found this post via Creatively in Fashion – this is an incredibly chic top! I’m definitely whipping one up. I love the covered button placket, so slick!
Please send pics!
I love this…haven’t sewn in years and only sporadically then. I love thrifting and will be on the lookout for a similiar blouse to recreate your fabulous refashion! Thank you. (Next year, I will be getting married and my blouse re-creation is destined for my trosseau…perfect for our honeymoon!)
When you find one, please send photos. I’d love to see how it turns out.
WOW! I totally love that blouse! Soooo adorable!! ?___?
Thank you Anna.
Whitney, I don’t know if you’re still using this site, and this is kind of a random question, but with a back like that, how do you manage the bra situation?
Hi Ruth.
I didn’t have any issues with the bra. The back is not as low as it may appear.
Thanks! Making my own right now!
Can I make this in a XXL men’s long sleeve? Which is super large for me.
Sure!
Taking in the sides will prevent you from flashing anyone. Send pictures if you complete this one.