Guest Curator: Wardrobe Refashion

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Published on Sept 16, 2009 in Shop

Photo by LittleDresses and Wardrobe Refashion

Wardrobe Refashion came about when Nichola Presteds, a.k.a. wardroberefashion, decided she needed to be more eco-friendly. She started with the obvious stuff like drying her clothes on the line outside, using less water, and reducing the packaging her family uses, but she knew she could be doing more. Her thoughts turned to her sewing hobby and the global need for clothing. She decided to go 6 months without buying new manufactured clothing and instead refashion or make her own from scratch. She shared her idea on her blog and was overwhelmed with the response. Participants worldwide join her on the blog pledging to abstain from purchasing new manufactured clothing, instead choosing to refashion, renovate, and recycle pre-loved items.

Originally from the UK, Nichola Prested now lives in Melbourne, Australia with her husband Kev and their three girls. She spends her days being paid to play with fabric at Tessuti Fabrics, enjoying time with her family, working with BurdaStyle and keeping Wardrobe Refashion running smoothly.

Although Wardrobe Refashion is all about refashioning and making from scratch, buying handmade items is accepted, which means Etsy purchases are allowed, particularly those that are recycled or refashioned! And Etsy has heaps of recycled/refashioned handmade items to offer…

M ethical green blue patterned slouch dress – ‘sit down stand up’

A local designer who uses recycled materials in her work. I love this dress, it would work great in summer with some sandals and shades or in winter with thick tights and a cardi. By heidiandseek, $55.

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Black Leather Wristlet / Coin Purse

A cute little wristlet made from pre-loved leather jackets. By minaandoli, $40.

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Pretty Birdie’s Antique Quilt and Feed Sack Dress Size small ON SALE

I’m in love with this antique quilt and feedsack dress! By stephanieteague, $154.

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Jack and Jill Necklace – Red

A cute little necklace made from recycled plastic and vintage enameled steel chain. By LianaKabel, $48.

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BIRTHDAY SALE Vintage Inspired Swishy Floral Frock

One of my favorite refashionistas, Veronica Darling, has used vintage fabric to create this gorgeous 1940s style frock. By veronicadarling, $20.

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Miss Madeline PDF Dress Pattern 6 months – 4 years

How cute is this little girl’s dress pattern?! Use up your stash of old pillowcases and hankies. By littledresses, $9.95.

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Upcycled Cashmere/Silk Gray Top

A great everyday tee. By aTimeToHeal, $25.

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lilian asterfield triple ruffle upcycled blue green and pink neck kerchief/ascot

Keep your neck warm in the cooler weather with this fabulous kerchief made from neckties. By lilianasterfield, $120.

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Handknit beret hat in recycled eco-friendly Shetland wool / cadet blue ONE OF A KIND

I adore this chunky beret knit from reclaimed wool and embellished with vintage buttons. By miscusi, $25.

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Tire Swings… Lambswool Slippers from Recycled Sweater, Sizes 6 months- 4 years

A little something for baby. By woolybaby, $38.

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Recycled vinyl billboard – ‘Rock and Roll’ – Clutch / Wristlet

This cool little clutch is just right for a night out. Throw in a tube of lipstick, your wallet and keys, then hit the town. By seen1, $26.

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Vintage Zipper Slide Studs – Charcoal Gray

These vintage zipper earrings are fantastic! By AmaliaVersaci, $14.

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Ivory Peacock Hand-Painted Pumps

Oh, if only these were my size! These handpainted beauties are repurposed vintage heels. By ScholarlyArticles, $80.

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The Botany Coat

This vintage swing coat has been tweaked in all the right places to make the perfect comfy dress. It’s also great if you’re expecting! By brightpirate, $80.

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Vintage Sewing Pattern / Double Breasted Yoked Dress from 1965 / McCalls 8118

I’m a HUGE fan of vintage sewing patterns, especially from the 40s, 50s and 60s. From ZipZapKap, $7.75.

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UPCYCLED VINTAGE LINEN TABLECLOTH WRAP DRESS

This gorgeous dress was upcycled from a vintage flower-power psychedelic floral linen tablecloth. This would be ideal for a retro tea party. By MaisyBrownReproRetro, $89.

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Make Do and Mend

And how about this as a little reminder in your sewing room? By farouche, $18.

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