
I modify long sleeved blouse and shirts so that we can wear them for this tropical climate. Some of the clothes were thrifted or from balikbayan packages from relatives abroad. Left over fabrics were made into doll clothes and accessories. Most of my upcycle projects consist of linen fabric which is durable, breathable and healing.

This is an old strapless smocked top, flowy dress that has damage in the chest area but I love the color and design of the fabric so I decided to upcycle it. I unstitched the smocked part using the seam ripper and cut the remaining fabric into skirt and halter top. then I made strings from a lavender fabric to use as strap for the halter top and for the wrap around skirt as well. Then there we have the flowy skirt with halter top summer outfit.

This is an old strapless smocked top, flowy dress
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