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 upcycled top “Joey” has several different parts from thrift store finds to create a multi-dimensional and textural Winter print fleece hoodie top to wear. The main part of the top was made from a fleece throw, and the hood taken from a thrift Men’s black hoodie that was lined in same fleece as the body. There is a kangaroo front pocket, an elastic at the hem to stay snug around the hips. On the back I found a thrift store large stuffed Koala bear that I took apart, and used the head and paws to sew on back. There is also the same fur pieced and sewn around the cuffs. The bear, paws and cuffs, all pieces sewn on by hand. The colors are red, black, white and gray. It is a pullover, but has a “v” placket in the front made from parts of another knit shirt which is also the hem. There are 2 painted wooden snowflake buttons at neckline. It’s very warm, and fun to wear, especially those who are behind you!! Fabrics: The main body is fleece 100% polyester, the bear, I’m not sure. The black and white knit hem and front placket I don’t know but is a knit of some sort. You probably could machine wash, but because of the bear, and the hand sewing, I would recommend spot or dry cleaning 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 has been pre-washed from a non-smoking home.
Measurements: Garment is measured when laid on a flat surface and measured across or down on the front side only.
Bust: measured from the front side armpit across to other armpit 31”.
Sleeves: Measured from center of the back of the neck to the cuff 24 1/2” cuff width 10”
Length: Measured the front the center back of the neck seam to hem 29”
The opening at bottom hem elastic at rest without stretching 19 1/2”
Model in photo/video 5’5” tall 115 lbs
