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Vintage Embroidered Linen Brooch – DIY

Vintage Embroidered Linen Brooch – DIY

by freshlyfound | Jun 8, 2018 | DIY, Fabric and textiles, recycled, recycled clothing, tutorial, wedding

This is the ideal handcraft to preserve the essence of sentimental embroidered family heirlooms.  The table cloth with a mould stain, or frayed serviettes make ideal material. If you’re clearing out and nobody wants Granny’s linen – why not make each...
Sari Tarpaulin – Simple Event Decor Idea

Sari Tarpaulin – Simple Event Decor Idea

by freshlyfound | Aug 25, 2015 | decor, DIY, Fabric and textiles, inspiration, recycled, recycled clothing, sari, wedding

My passion for collecting saris is no secret.  I have a huge collection, neatly coiled into shelves in my studio.  I have used saris to make bags, to create furoshiki wrapping, to make necklaces and brooches, tablecloths, cushion covers (blue cushions above),...
Up-cycle Jumpers into Classy Cardigans

Up-cycle Jumpers into Classy Cardigans

by freshlyfound | Jun 29, 2015 | crochet, DIY, Fabric and textiles, inspiration, recycled, recycled clothing, tutorial

Today’s story – Upcycle sweater – Tutorial  Here’s how it happened in real life to 2 warm and fluffy pullovers.  They have been converted into cardigans – projects perfect for our chilly Southern Hemisphere weather right now....
Tie Dye Bleaching – Colour Changes

Tie Dye Bleaching – Colour Changes

by freshlyfound | Nov 11, 2014 | Fabric and textiles, recycled, recycled clothing, tutorial

Taking the Colour Away.  Reverse dyeing! Welcome to part 2 of a 3-part series of experiments I did using bleach to rescue some items in my wardrobe. Tie Dye Bleaching! This partially smocked T-shirt was a favourite of mine, and I was disappointed when it was...
Cushion Cover from Vintage Shirt

Cushion Cover from Vintage Shirt

by freshlyfound | Jan 8, 2008 | cushions, decor, DIY, inspiration, recycled, recycled clothing

Shew! It’s a Shirt! A while ago, I told you how much I enjoyed Pozzynet’s post on Shirt Cushions. Well, I have finally done it myself.  I found a delightful blouse, just begging to be turned into a cushion. The process was not as simple as I first thought,...

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About Me

ABOUT ME --- I have a strong sense that I was MADE to MAKE, and love passing that Maker passion on. Since 2007, I’ve designed and co-ordinated the making of Freshly Found products, photographed them, sent them around the world, supplied private and corporate customers, and taken them to markets and the Design Indaba. I love to design products, document the making process, publish tutorials and facilitate workshops. --- Denise Kiggan

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