HOW TO KNOW WHAT YOU CAN ADJUST? 5 things I use to evaluate clothing for refashioning and altering!
Evelyn Wood
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Hi, I'm Evelyn! I'm a lifelong dressmaker with a love for all things SEWING & VINTAGE—and my passion is helping you build the skills (and confidence!) to sew clothes you truly love to wear. Whether you’re just getting your machine out of the box, returning after a break, or ready to level up your skills, you’re in the right place. You'll find practical tips, fitting advice, and straightforward explanations that help sewing finally make sense—so you can create garments that truly fit YOU - your shape and your style. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a video! Check out the links below to learn more! 🧵Vintage Sewing School - my online sewing school where I teach all of these skill and more - indepth and step-by-step. ✂️ If you're just starting out and aren't sure where to begin, my Free Beginner's Crash Course is perfect for you!
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How to know what to look for in refashioning, upcycling and altering clothes? These are 5 checklist items I use to evaluate all the thrift store 'potentials' to know if I can refashion or alter it. *Learn to sew with me at VINTAGE SEWING SCHOOL : https://www.vintagesewingschool.com And join a free class! // LINKS: * *My favourite SEWING SUPPLIES: https://www.amazon.com/shop/evelynwoodtv *Sign up for my newsletter and get free access to my crash course to learn to sew! https://www.evelynwood.com.au/signup #refashionclothes #learntosew #evelynwood // WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: How to DESIGN AND PLAN YOUR BEST SEWING SPACE, using the space you have!-Get 'Sew Organized' Phase 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2spvEfQFClk The best way to SORT AND ORGANIZE YOUR SEWING supplies! Get Sew Organized Phase 2! https://youtu.be/WUdreRg4GhQ How to STORE AND DECORATE YOUR SEWING supplies for your ultimate sewing space! Sew Organized Phase 3 https://youtu.be/nrPZUOUz-Sc 5 good sewing habits you need - https://youtu.be/i0VJfPaz76E WHAT ARE GOOD REFASHION PROJECTS FOR BEGINNER SEWERS? - https://youtu.be/Xe32Du5J_3A REFASHION DESIGN IDEAS – How I come up with and develop ideas to refashion clothes - https://youtu.be/FVPGJGRh0Ls 1940's overalls refashion - https://youtu.be/VVtNK6OsOVg Yellow 90's dress to 40's dress refashion - https://youtu.be/iv4AIg5ZeGk // FOLLOW me on my other social media channels: INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/evelyn__wood WEBSITE : https://www.evelynwood.com.au FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/EvelynWoodVintage And don’t forget to subscribe! Until next time Evelyn …
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