Description
Welcome to my boutique of Born Again Originals! Each item is a one of kind, not to be seen ever on anyone else, for I create my designs by starting with a discarded, thrift store find, then reconstruct, embellish with appliques, or mixture of other parts of thrift clothing, trims, buttons, whatever to ensure that each creation is different and never the same. Just as you are…a one of kind, so you have found the right place….come and spend a little time perusing through these designs. The work you will find is diverse and unique….an eclectic mix of materials, textures and patterns. This sweater/coat/jacket “MacDonald” reminded me of the boxes of french fries and happy meals from my youth. The rich red with the orangey squares with black and white accents make this upcycled jacket a one of a kind. The collar, pockets and front placket all from a thrift store jacket, the cuffs from a knit thrift store cardigan. The zippers on the back all from a large auction find. Lots of buttons from finds and off other garments. The around the hips you can tie or leave open. Fabric: The main check/red is 70% acrylic 30% wool, the collar and pockets I believe are cotton, the hip band a cotton blend. 3 zippers on the back for accent with plastic black buttons. Garment is made with different sized garments so please refers to measurements below to determine size. Model in photo is a size M, 5’5″ tall 115lbs The beauty of wearing refashioned clothing from secondhand items is to tell the world that you care about the environment I take that discarded item and give it new life in a new unique way. Each piece is handmade and any little imperfections, I feel is all part of the “hand” in the process. I design each piece as if I were going to wear it myself, thus difficult at times to see them go. But, it heartens me knowing that they are sent out with a blessing and maybe I may run into it again one day!
This is a NON RETURNABLE ITEM! Please take note of the measurements below. Please measure a favorite outfit (not while on yourself) laid out on a flat surface, and compare the measurements I have provided. If you have any questions about this garment please contact me prior to purchasing. I will gladly send you more photos. The current photos were taken inside under natural light and also under recessed lighting. Garment because of the wool, I would suggest dry clean or hand wash. from a non-smoking home.
Measurements: Garment is measured when laid on a flat surface and measured across or down on the front side.
Bust: 1st measured from the front side armpit across to other armpit 23 ” . I measured 2” down from the armpit on the side seam and measured across the front to the other side seam (Bust) and that measured 22 1/2”
Waist: Measured 22 1/2”
Hips: Measured at widest point side seam and across front to other side seam 24 1/2” or 3 1/2” down from the bottom of the black band.
Shoulders: Measured from center of the back of the neck to top of sleeve 10”,
Sleeve: Measured top of sleeve seam down to bottom of cuff 22” cuff opening 3 1/2”
Length: Measured the front center opening to the hem 27” From the center back of the neck seam to hem 29” The opening at the hem is 25”
