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 called “Melodie” was made from several thrift store finds in colors black, white,burgundy and tan. I upcycled from a thrift find pullover striped L/S knit top size M, pieces blk/wht gingham check cotton top, poly dress in burgundy/blk/tan print; burgundy stripe Men’s dress shirt. A small knit accent on the sleeve from another knit cardigan. The fabrics are 100% cotton for the striped knit body of the top, I don’t know the fabric for the collar and bottom, but I think it’s cotton and the printed vest is poly. There are 4 vintage buttons in black and cream. Top is a pullover. The printed “vest” is sewn on around the neck and loose on the sides. The gingham was sewn onto the printed top only at the bottom, so it is loose as well. 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 18 3/4”
Waist: Measured about 6” down from the armpit on the side seam and across front to other side seam 18”
Hips: Measured about down from waist area on side seam across front to other side seam 21” from the bottom of the striped knit top at widest part The opening at the hem is 23 1/2”
Shoulders: Measured from center of the back of the neck to top of sleeve 8”,
Sleeve: Measured top of sleeve seam down to bottom of cuff 22” cuff opening 4”
Length: Measured the front center opening to the hem 27 1/4” From the center back of the neck seam to hem 31” from the center front to the end of the striped knit top before the burgundy stripe shirt flounce at hem is 21” the back center to bottom of striped knit 23 1/2”
Model in photo is 5’5″ tall 115 lb for size references
