Merideth Rue, seamstress
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Fun fashion that is sustainable, cost-effective, and creative. In a world where so much is thrown away, I create upcycled wear for the whole family!
Upcycling is the process of creating something new and better from old items. In contrast to reusing or recycling, upcycling uses existing materials to improve upon the original ones. The process requires a considerable amount of creativity and vision, as well as a foundation of thriftiness and environmental consciousness. The end result is typically a product or item that is one-of-a-kind, handma
01/06/2024
Sometimes you need to step outside of your comfort zone.
10/26/2022
Traditional high waist non-stretch jeans based on the heritage denim jeans from the 1930's - 1960's. Wide leg, five pockets, V - shaped back yoke, and straight waistband. Made from vegetable dyed 100% cotton denim.
Anna Allen Helene Selvedge Jeans pattern
10/20/2022
"Newsie" costume is finished!! There was a slight hiccup with the other vest (she said it felt too heavy) so we are going with another vest that I made a couple of years ago.
10/20/2022
Placement is important when recycling from another garment. I won't be able to keep the exact pockets or darts but I'll be able to make it work!!
10/19/2022
My mannequin is starting to look like a little old man.
10/19/2022
Creating the knickers pattern by choosing different elements/aspects that work from other vintage patterns.
10/19/2022
Newspaper messenger bag is now complete! I will be moving on to the knickers tomorrow. I'll be recycling a pair of black and green Bolzano trousers.
10/14/2022
Irish flat cap is finished!! Onto another piece of the costume.
10/13/2022
Irish flat cap is slowly taking shape. I'm working on the lining and then everything will be stitched together.
10/12/2022
Another project has begun.
10/12/2022
100% cotton curtain (from Pottery Barn) recycled into TAL Apron Dress and Cuff Top.
10/08/2022
Crossbody messenger style bag with magnetic snap closure and recessed zipper. Fully lined throughout with a feature pocket on the front as well as inside.
Spacious flip wallet has a handy compartment for a phone at one end and a zipped change pocket at the other end. Center panel folds out and reveals eight card slots; each card slot being able to hold more than one card. There are also two pockets to hold bills. These are all held securely together with magnetic clasps.
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