repurpose.remake.reuse.reclaim

Know, first, who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly. ~Epictetus I've found many uses for my old jeans collections.  One of them is an ascot.  So what is an ascot? Per Wiki, an ascot tie, or ascot, is a narrow neckband with wide pointed wings, traditionally made of pale grey patterned silk.  Ascot was  worn in the early decades of the twentieth century regarded as an elegant form of casual dress. Ascots of the casual day cravat variety were popular fashion in the UK for teenaged and young adult males from the mid 1960s to the mid 1970s, coinciding with the mod and psychedelic movements. It was a craze in the 60s along with tye-dye shirts, bell bottoms and peace necklaces.  In Toy Story 3, Ken was shown wearing an ascot when he met Barbie.  (Remember?) Now that we kn...

One should either be a work of art,  or wear a work of art.  ~Oscar Wilde My crafty middle child is determined to make her Christmas gifts--well, at least, some of them.  She couldn't do as much as she wanted to (due to her busy schedule).  I'm so proud of her because she didn't stress out at all, and truly enjoyed the process of making and giving. Here's a ruffled necklace she made out from silk fabric that I found at no cost.  Cut a long piece to fold lengthwise. Iron - one of a seamstress' best friends All you need is a chain to finish the necklace. We liked the frays so we left most of it on.  It added some character. Very simple but can add some spice to a plain tee or dress.  For a complete tutorial, go to  Happy Together ,  and while you're there, check out her other fun projects.  I wish I have plenty of time to make some of her creations.