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 “Cloud Feather” has several different parts from thrift store finds to create a multi-dimensional and textural Western theme print fun top to wear. The main part of the top was taken from pillow sham that was cut around and then reattached to form a collar. The front pockets are from a pair of brown women’s casual slacks, the back is from a knit cardigan, and there are scraps from a print shirt for center back stripe, pocket and under collar. There is a beaded buffalo patch and 2 beaded steer heads that were button covers that I removed the cover part and appliqued to the pockets. Part of a silver metal link belt with a western theme was added to the pocket on the back. Can be worn over a t-neck, sweater or collared shirt. Pullover. Fabrics: The main body of this top was a pillow sham and I don’t have the fabric content, but feels like a cotton blend. The patterned shirt pieces are all cotton, the brown pockets are either all cotton or cotton blend, the striped knit on back is maybe an acrylic or poly. I would suggest spot cleaning only because of the beading, all the other fabrics would be washing machine friendly. NOTE: the Western flannel design shirt in photos is not included, just used to photograph the pullover vest. 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.
Bust: 1st measured from the front side armpit across to other armpit 19”. 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 19 ”
Waist: Measured about 6” down from the armpit on the side seam and across front to other side seam 21”
Hips: Measured right above the side slits area on side seam across front to other side seam 23” this is without stretching the back knit fabric
Shoulders: Measured from center of the back of the neck to point of collar 12”,
Length: Measured the front top button to the hem 24 1/2” From the center back of the neck seam to hem 30 1/2”
The opening at bottom hem 23” (Model in photo is 5’5″ TALL 115lbs for size comparison)
