Anywho, since it was an earring set, I have one more jade stone ring so if you would like to purchase it, then click here. It’s only $20. And plus, we can be BFF’s and have the same ring! π
Onto my next project:
I bought this size XXL cardigan from Old Navy. (That was the only size left) And some lace.
Then I cut up the sides and the sleeves and sewed it back on after cutting the extra fabric.
Then I sewed on the lace about 1/5″ to the hem. I thought lace in the back around the neckline would be cute so I did that but the lace kept cuffing up and folding so I just cut it off. Then I used liquid stitch(my first time using it and it’s awesome!) on the other edge part of the lace so it doesn’t air up when I move.
And my result:
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Cindy says
You are a super talented girl. What you have done with that sweater is absolutely fabulous!
Jasmine says
They turned out sooo cute Sarah!! I LOVE it! =)
Mande says
Wow!! This is stunning. Love the transformation.
Kaysi says
Wow that looks great!! I love it!
Kara@ Creations by Kara says
Wowser, that turned out beautiful!!! Love it!
KJ says
Fantastic refashion. I also loved your dress too!
janet says
Love it…you rock my 'REDO' world π
Jennifer Juniper says
I love it – as usual! And because the cardi was too big to begin with, you got a really nicely tailored piece when you finished π
Mandy says
Thanks for stopping by SugarBee Craft Edition, http://www.craftedition.blogspot.com!
Rachel Choi says
it turned out so great! YOu're making me want to refashion again…
Young Wife says
Very pretty!
Ginny says
Sarah so cute! Love it! You are so talented my dear sarah. π love you!
I would try epoxy for glue for the ring. Hot glue probably won't stick for very long. The epoxy is SUPER strong. You can buy clear at Michaels just make sure you push both ends and mix. It sets in 5 mins.
Denise says
Wow! I think yours might even look BETTER than the original. I love Anthro-inspired projects!
CraftyMummy says
Gorgeous! I've never thought of resizing a cardigan like that but why not?
Just popped over from Life in the Pitts
Brittany says
Ohhhh super cute! I couldn't justify spending $118 on the sweater either… If I knew how to sew I probably would have done the exact same thing you did… lol
Kim @ seven thirty three says
Two more beautiful refashions. I wish I had your courage when it came to refashioning clothes!
Thanks for linking up with Sugar & Spice.
Sarah @ Hennessey House says
holy CRAP. between the ring and the cardigan, i bow down to you for being a creative genius. you've got mad talent, girly.
Meg says
What a wonderful eye you have. And great talent!
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Meg says
Also, I'm a big fan of Gorilla Glue! You can find it at Home Depot or your craft stores! That stuff is the best! π
Alison says
So, so, so cute! WIsh I had the talent for this kind of stuff. I want that sweater!
Fawnda says
Another fabulous Anthro rehab! You are amazing! π
Tara@JustDevineStyle says
Oh my I totally like it better than the anthro one! You have a super talent! I am totally in want of one too!
ApachesPrincess says
It's adorable!! It looks just as pretty as the one from Anthro! I love how you resized it to fit – I have to try that sometime!
Jessica @ This Blessed Life says
Totally gorgeous!
Dayna says
You are amazing! My girls and I love seeing what new goodness you have each week.
Della says
Love it! Lace makes everything better. π
pinksuedeshoe says
Wow, that is stunning. I'd try the E6000 epoxy. I am pretty sure that is meant to last longer than steel. Love your cardi… I'm inspired.
Kara says
So dang cute! I love make-overs like this.
Michelle says
I so enjoy your inexpensive makeovers. Very inspiring.
Catherine says
Awesome makeover!! Love it!
Jane@Little House of Projects says
Wow! I would never have thought of doing this. It turned out great. And of course it looks great on you, too. Thanks for sharing.
Baker Family says
looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing π
<3
Risa
Heather@ My Frugal Family says
I think it turned out fantastic!
Thank you for linking up to Talented Tuesday at My Frugal Family! I've featured your cardigan on my side-bar Features section! Be sure to stop by for a "Featured On" button!
Heather
Anonymous says
OMG! I saw that same cardigan in Anthro, and thought, I could do that! I'm so glad you took the initiative first so I could see it! Lol. Thanks for the great post!
The Phillips fam says
Wow! What a great idea! Love it!
Fawnda says
I just wanted to let you know that I featured you here:
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Vicki @ DottyJane says
Very cute! You did a great job.
Leslie says
so beautiful
Casey says
the sweater looks great!
Rachelle says
I love it!! I'm going to try this sometime soon!
Rachelle
Nan says
Perfect way to jazz up a boring cardigan. Also glad to see that I can buy sweaters too big from Goodwill (my local store is practically a name brand boutique!) and resize them….opens up more possibilities.
justtherightangle says
This is adorable! I love what fun detail the lace adds. Great work!
-Arielle
The T-Gold's says
I want one! But they are all sold out! Please… Please… please… Would you please make me one??
If you will please contact me and let me know.
([email protected])
Thanks. It is so darling!!!
Practically Spent says
Novice question here, but when sewing it all back together, do you just sew right sides together & then press open the seams? How did you get it to look so nice around the sleeves/armpits?
Very cute things! I'm impressed.
Sarah says
Dear Practically Spent, I cut the sleeves andthe sides and made sure the length of both matched so one wouldn't be longer than the other when sewing since it would bunch up. And yes I sewed the right sides together but I didn't press the seams. The fabric was think enough so it looked nice by itself. Hope that helps!
Jaime says
I agree that e6000 is the way to go. My sister makes jewelry and it's all she will use.
marissa says
I loved this idea so much, I linked it to my blog (www.apearledlife.blogspot.com), and tried it myself! Thanks for the idea! I LOVE your refashions!
Alexandra says
Hi Sarah!
I just came across this fab project of yours.
I was wondering if there are any more of these cardis available (the link you gave in the post is not working unfortunately).
If you could contact me through my GMail account, it would be lovely.
Thanks.
Peggy says
How has your ring held up? I love the idea as I have been wanting either a jade or turquoise ring or both similar to yours but just have not wanted to spend the kind of money it would take.
Sarah says
I love my ring and it's held up really well. I used epoxy so it's very strong and I don't think it'll ever come off. Hope that helps!
Jen@thecraftingfiend says
I like your version better!
Helen B. @ Blue Eyed Beauty Blog says
Love the way yours turned out! I thought the sweater looked like Old Navy! I have one of those in Purple stripes!! I did this same basic idea using the same pic last week (and I just found yours today!) and I LOVE the results!
Helen
Blue Eyed Beauty Blog
Barbara says
Wow, this is very beautiful, greta job with this diy!
I reconstructed an old turtleneck into a top with lace panels and a petercpan collar, please check It out: Β http://whatscraftdoc.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/diy-from-turtleneck-to-lace-panels-top.html
Pam Eller says
I know this is probably a whole lot late LOL but for the ring, E-6000 glue will hold it a lot better… or epoxy. It is VERY hard to get those off once they have hardened!
Pam
Anonymous says
Hello, I'm a new to sewing and was wondering what part was sewn and what part you used the liquid stitch on? I have a cardigan I'd love to do this to. Thank you for the help and the inspiration!
Jennifer Anderson says
Please make a tutorial of this! So so cute! I keep zooming up to see if you just cut off the sleeves and then cut up the side seam? I think for us beginners we would love a few basic instructions I love learning from you!