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Tutorial to upcycle a t-shirt into a 'no sew' apron
Tutorial to upcycle a t-shirt into a 'no sew' apron
Welcome to a new CLOTH REVIVAL blog make. This is a simple ‘NO Sew’ upcycle of a t.shirt into an apron.  It is a video tutorial I made during covid. ... Read more...
CLOTH REVIVAL - Frill Blouse from Mans Shirt
CLOTH REVIVAL - Frill Blouse from Mans Shirt
Welcome to the new CLOTH REVIVAL blog post, where I explain how I turned a very pretty….but very boring mans shirt into a lovely on trend (summer 2026…not summer 1982)... Read more...
CLOTH REVIVAL - LET’S UPCYCLE - A PET BED FROM A JUMPER
HELP THE PLANET ONE PROJECT AT A TIME Every winter, I  like to make and pass on upcycled items to animal charities.  A lot of fundraising happens at this time of year.  Pet Beds, made from upcycled jumpers and pillows are a relatively low cost option for this kind of project.  Although they use basic sewing, it is not a difficult make and is very rewarding when you get to hand them over.  This is not exclusively a jumper make.  Sweatshirts and jackets can also be used but these would... Read more...
RECIPE ‘CORNISH PASTY’
’   Yes, I know it’s not officially a ‘Cornish’ Pasty if it is not made in Cornwall, but I am Cornish and currently make my pasties in Staffordshire. This is my recipe that has been handed down for generations. Rough Puff Pastry is my pastry of choice although this can be disputed by some ….. but undoubtedly the very best pasty, no matter the contents, whether stirred beforehand or layered ….. is a home-made pasty. Hot, straight from the oven. Yummy. A meal in your hand. The best way... Read more...
CLOTH REVIVAL
Welcome to my first blog under the heading CLOTH REVIVAL where I will share any upcycling projects or ideas I have, or just if I fancy having a chat 😊 There will be other sub headings. Recipes for example…..have you ever made yourself a real Cornish Pasty?  Try my recipe out…..Yummy       This is a linen M&S top I bought in a charity shop because I liked the colour and neckline. I didn’t like the big frills on the sleeve though.  So I thought, M&S I can improve on your original... Read more...