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 sweatshirt/jacket “Blu J” is a one of kind, upcycled, reconstructed item with shawl collar, fringed pockets, applique back, with multi textures and pattern. Leather like knot buttons, button down the front of this jacket. A thrifted skirt was reconstructed and added to the bottom of the gray sweatshirt jacket in navy and white Scandinavian feel pattern. A navy and white knit dress was upcycled and used to accent the front patch pockets, trim around the waist, fringe, and applique on the back. The blue plaid sleeves were taken from a thrift store jacket to add pattern and texture. This casual jacket will keep the chill off while stepping in style at the same time. Size Medium Fabrics: The gray sweatshirt 80% cotton, 20% poly; the navy skirt fabric on bottom unknown, feels like a cotton blend; the sleeves 59% poly, 31% acrylic, 10% other, the navy and white knit is a cotton knit. Recommend hand wash or dry clean. 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: measured from side seam armpit across buttoned front only to other side seam under armhole 21”
Waist: Measured 6” below armhole across front side only side seam to side seam 20 1/2”
Hips: Measured at patch pockets side seam across front side only to other side seam 22 1/2”
Shoulders: Measured from collar seam to should seam 5”
Sleeve: Measured top of sleeve seam down to bottom of cuff 22 1/4”
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 46”
