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Posted 04-20-2009 at 05:07 AM by jujubee

I can't seem to stop making reconstructed skirts for dd.

I found this cute plaid skirt at a yard sale this weekend for .50, and I just knew it had to be made into another skirt for dd. Besides, learning to sew on a .50 item is a great way to go!

This was a women's Limited size 2. I picked out the zipper and cut across the top as you can see:

The sewing part is really...

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Easter Skirt Recon

Posted 04-15-2009 at 04:01 AM by jujubee

Determined not to spend any money for dd's Easter outfit, I decided to take on a reconstructed clothing challenge. Mind you, my sewing skills are rudimentary at best, and since this recon involved a garment I have loved and cherished and held near and dear in the closet for 4 years, it was a risky undertaking.

I started with dd’s first Easter outfit – a size 18mos reversible jumper:...

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Reconstructing Clothing

Posted 04-15-2009 at 03:34 AM by jujubee

For the past several months I have been obsessively following bloggers who reconstruct clothing. That is, taking an old unworn/unwearable piece of clothing and making something useful/wearable out of it. I am continually amazed at the many creative outcomes I come across. Reconstructing clothing keeps items out of landfills, and can also save money by extending the life of an item.

Finally, after much ooh-ing and ahh-ing over others' reconstructions, I got up the nerve to try it myself....

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Vital Stats

Posted 04-15-2009 at 02:42 AM by jujubee

Name: Julee

Age: 34

Home State: Kentucky

Occupation: Student

Marital Status: Married

Pets: One 11-yr old cat.

Little Known Factoids: I once saved a man's life on a date by performing the Heimlich.

Favorite Money Saving Tips: Look for organic produce on markdowns at your local grocer. Most items will stay fresh long past their sell-by date. If you find a great deal, learn what you can freeze.
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