Sweater Projects You Can Make for Free
Stop! Do not throw out that old sweater!
I had a few projects in mind for this old sweater but first I had to upgrade my old sewing machine.
The old one lasted me 40 years and probably had about 200,000 miles on it.
I figured it was more cost efficient to get a new one than to have the old one fixed.
I bought a heavy duty Singer, (Amazon affiliate link) very simple, no bells or whistles... it's just what I needed! If you're looking for a simple sewing machine this is the one you need!
So now I'm ready to sew!
I liked this sweater a lot but it was a little big so I thought I'd sacrifice it for the cause.
First I pinned out a square... this is my assistant Kitty, at present she is 21 years old.
then I sewed around the pins and cut out the square.
I turned the fabric right side in and then got to work on the leftover fabric from the sides of the square...
I made a flower.
Actually, several... and sewed them onto the pillow.
Easy as pie! I just twisted the left-over fabric and then tacked it down in the shape of a flower.
But wait! There was more sweater left!
The sleeve made a nice slouchy candle or vase cozy...
Love the texture!
Now that was one useful sweater!
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