Upcycling and Transforming Old Garments
Adding and Removing Elements
A course by Caitlin Trantham
About the video: Adding and Removing Elements
Overview
“During this lesson, I will show you how to add two types of pockets, share some resources for cute collars, and show some of my past projects for inspiration. ”
In this video lesson Caitlin Trantham addresses the topic: Adding and Removing Elements, which is part of the Domestika online course: Upcycling and Transforming Old Garments. Learn to transform old garments into unique and sustainable pieces using sewing and customization techniques.
Partial transcription of the video
“On my dress, I removed the vest and quite a bit of extra fabric from the skirt. What can we do with those things now? In this lesson, we will explore how to use those extra pieces and discuss other ways adding and removing elements can change your garment. One of my favorite things to do with excess fabric is to add pockets. My dress had pockets I reused, but I will show you how to make and install your own. I will link an easy, printable pocket pattern in the resources, but drawing your own pocket is really easy. A pocket shape looks more or less like this. You can make them as large or as...”
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Course summary for: Upcycling and Transforming Old Garments
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Category
Fashion -
Areas
Costume Design, Upcycling
Caitlin Trantham
A course by Caitlin Trantham
Caitlin is a full-time content creator specializing in creative recycling and transforming old garments. Her passion for sustainable fashion started out of necessity and turned into a full-time career.
She has collaborated with various brands and platforms, sharing her knowledge and techniques through tutorials and social media.
Caitlin is known for her practical approach and ability to see potential in garments that others might overlook, inspiring many to adopt a more sustainable approach to fashion.
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