I need tips on how to customise my clothes

redballoon_2

I have had a major clear out of my wardrobe, some stuff i am selling on ebay. I have listed it quite cheap just to make a few quid to put towards new clothing, But i have stuff that i want to be able to customise so i will wear them again.

Does any one have any tips/patterns/etc...?

I have stuff that is shapeless so perhaps undoing the shirts at the side seams and bringing them in, will this work??

Any ideas will be a great help!

ancasta_2

I expanded my hairextension business into a handmade clothing and accessory business so ive got the hang of it after years of altering and embellishing clothes.

You can easily bring tops in that are lifeless providing you follow whatever line is already there, ie, if its curved, dont sew it straight, follow the curve. If there are darts on the bust, extend these a little, pin them to get the fit right and then sew when your happy.

You could try https://www.craftster.org in the forum under reconstructions... VERY VERY helpful i found... when im lacking inspiration.

redballoon_2

this site is brillant, i have got some good ideas from it and have started on an old dress that i have never worn, and hopefully if i have finished it, will be able to wear it to my friends wedding in May