Fresh, New Sweatshirt Remakes by Mary Mulari

Remake Sweatshirts with Mary Mulari and Nancy Zieman on Sewing With Nancy

Fresh, New Sweatshirt Remakes by Mary Mulari

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Remake Sweatshirts with Mary Mulari and Nancy Zieman on Sewing With Nancy

 By Mary Mulari, guest blogger and friend of Sewing With Nancy

The book The Best Sweatshirt Makeovers is jammed full of great ways to make sweatshirts extraordinary, and today in Nancy’s blog, I’d like to share even more ideas. It’s time to mix it up and combine sweatshirt alterations and decorations in new ways. Page numbers are included for easy reference.

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Sweatshirts for All Seasons Cardigan Vest

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In the Sweatshirts for All Seasons section of the book, you’ll find 13 ways to turn a pullover sweatshirt into an open-up-the-front cardigan. The basic technique is on page 71.

My first decision about the sweatshirt was to make the 1-1/2″ neck ribbing narrower. The steps for this are found on page 108.

Notice that the bottom ribbing of the sweatshirt has been removed and a fabric facing adds a hidden and neat hem treatment. After changing both the neckline and hem of the sweatshirt, you can add the placket opening.

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After sewing 1/4″ wide strips of Ultrasuede over the placket to form button loops, I couldn’t resist adding a strip of plaid rickrack to the side of the placket—the colors coordinated perfectly with the placket fabric.

Try the sweatshirt on to determine the amount to turn under on the sweatshirt armholes, especially at the top of the shoulder. Pin the hems and sew around with a narrow zigzag stitch to secure.

The final decorative detail is the pocket. The appliqué design was chosen from page 82 and stitched on a larger piece of fabric. I debated adding the appliqué to the back center neck area on the sweatshirt but a front pocket won out when my sister said, “Everyone wants to have a pocket on a sweatshirt.” I added lightweight fusible interfacing to the wrong side of the pocket so it’s more durable.

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Zipper Appeal Sweatshirt

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You’ll see a plain version of this inside-out sweatshirt on page 34 of the book. It took some years to “marinate” and then I added some extras. The bottom ribbing was removed, and I used the sleeve hem technique on page 35 to hem the sweatshirt bottom.

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The dragonfly machine appliqué, from my “Appliques for Sweatshirts” embroidery CD, has proven to be a popular design. (Of course, isn’t any insect that eats mosquitoes a good idea?) I planned to position the design a bit off-center, but it still needed something more. The addition turned out to be a narrow strip of the sweatshirt bottom ribbing extending beyond the appliqué fabric.

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Calico Country Sweatshirt

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Here’s a new version of the sweatshirt that only looks like a layered garment. Portions of a shirt are sewn to the sweatshirt neck, sleeves, and hem. See pages 102–104 for the steps to take.

I found that the width of the shirt bottom was narrower than the sweatshirt so I cut the shirt back section in the middle and added an extra piece of shirt fabric. If I had sewn in a wider piece of fabric, I could have folded in the edges to form a pleat.

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The sleeve and bottom hems are turned under and stitched in place with two rows of stitching for a ready-to-wear look. I also find that hems tend to lie flatter with two rows of stitching. This  can also be achieved with a twin needle.

The subtle trim on the sweatshirt front is a branch formed with slimline tucks (page 109). I drew the branch free hand and sewed the short branch extensions first and then the longer lines of the branch. You’ll need a pair of small, sharp scissors to cut the tucks open.

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Crossover Neck Sweatshirt

Remake Sweatshirts with Mary Mulari and Nancy Zieman on Sewing With NancyI love the way that a portion of the sweatshirt bottom ribbing forms a new neckline. I think it dresses up the sweatshirt. This is the way the sweatshirt appears on page 18.

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The side opening features four contrasting, unique buttons.

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After studying this shirt for an upgrade, I decided to add a large floral appliqué (page 51) along with a stem and leaves cut from the leftover bottom ribbing. Then, to continue a tone-on-tone theme for all the decorations, I changed the buttons. What do you think of the changes?

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Kids’ 1-2-3 Cardigan

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This is no longer a plain navy sweatshirt. The placket and tabs add center front interest and rows of decorative machine stitching with variegated #30 cotton thread create stripes. This is a great opportunity to select some unique stitch patterns on your sewing machine. The actual closures are sew-in snaps with buttons sewn to the tab tops. Instructions for these sweatshirt changes are found on page 54. The appliquéd numbers are printed in reverse on page 64 so they will be facing the right direction when traced on paper-backed fusible web.

Remake Sweatshirts with Mary Mulari and Nancy Zieman on Sewing With NancyAfter cutting off the sleeve ribbing bands and opening up the sleeve seams, sew on the number appliqués. Then re-stitch the side seams, turn up the hems, and sew them in place.

 

Girls’ Zipped Up Sweatshirt

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Make it easy to slide a sweatshirt onto a squirming toddler by adding a zipper to the neckline. You’ll see the boys’ version of this alteration on page 61. To add a feminine touch, I sewed eyelet lace to the zipper before sewing the zipper to the sweatshirt neckline.

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The bottom ribbing was removed from the sweatshirt and a facing added to the bottom. A narrow portion of the facing is exposed on the right side of the shirt. Instead of sewing an appliqué (page 66) in the traditional way, I cut the leaf portion from Ultrasuede and made it into a pocket. I chose the colors of red, orange, and pink as a contemporary combination that would never have crossed my mind in the 1990s when I began working on designer sweatshirts. It’s good to be open to change!

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A Collection of Five Books in One—The Best Sweatshirt Makeovers book

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Best Sweatshirt Makeovers by Mary Mulari and Nancy Zieman | Sewing With NancyAdd plackets, zippers, simple appliqués, and so much more. This collection of five books in one boasts 56 sweatshirt transformations for adults and kids. As an added bonus, the book also features a Sweatshirt Gallery with over a dozen designs chock-full of even more fresh ideas! Full-color photos and illustrations accompany step-by-step instructions and full-size pattern pieces. Soft cover, 116 pages. Only $19.99.

I hope the details of these 2017 sweatshirts appeal and inspire you to try some sweatshirt makeovers of your own. The book offers 56 transformations along with many pages of appliqué designs and a gallery of additional sweatshirts created after the original five books in this compilation were written and presented on Sewing With Nancy.

Watch Best Sweatshirt Makeovers (Part One and Part Twoon Sewing With Nancy online.

For a chance to win a copy of the The Best Sweatshirt Makeovers book from Nancy’s Notions, leave a comment below telling us which sweatshirt makeover you’ll try first.

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Nancy Zieman's Giveaway Winner

The randomly selected winner of a copy of the book, 50 Tried & True Sewing and Quilting Tips from Nancy’s Notions is Linda Nelson.

Her comment was, “I think the best tip I rely on is rereading directions. I don’t know how many times I’ve put a zipper in wrong or done something that I had to rip out because I was in a hurry and didn’t take time to thoroughly read the directions! Simple, but time-saving!”

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91 Comments

  • Brenda Livingston
    May 23, 2017

    I’ve always wanted to change the neckline of a sweatshirt. I would choose to do the dark blue one on the cover of the book!

  • Joe Helen Grimes
    May 23, 2017

    I think the cardigan would be my first project. I like a jacket to put on or take off as the day warms or cools.

  • CHRISTINA GINGERICH
    May 23, 2017

    I would try the cardigan vest first. Neat ideas!

  • Jan Swanson
    May 23, 2017

    I like the “Squirming Toddler Zipper” pattern; it would make it much easier to put on.

  • Janice David
    May 23, 2017

    I like the shirt segments enclosed in the sweatshirt. It is a nice layering shortcut!!!

  • Margaret Newey
    May 23, 2017

    I would make the 123 kids sweatshirt first, I love the fun way the buttons fasten in opposite directions. We finally have a little girl after years and years of little boys. I’d make it in the frilliest pinks and pretty flowers.

  • sandy
    May 23, 2017

    Why can’t they put up all the directions for people who cannot afford to buy the books

  • vsw
    May 23, 2017

    I would make the girls sweatshirt with a zipper but take the zipper all the way down so that the “jacket” would fully open.

  • Pauline Sawatsky
    May 23, 2017

    I’m finding I need cardigans for where I work, so that would be the first one to try.

  • Bev Neubaum
    May 23, 2017

    I’d try the Calico Country sweatshirt. That is very clever, and could make use of a favorite shirt, that maybe has been outgrown or stained. Very nice!!

  • Cheryl Fabiano
    May 23, 2017

    The first thing I am going to do to all my sweatshirts is trim off the ribbing on the bottom and then I just need some inspiration to set in. Mary’s book looks chock full of inspiration.

  • Julie Kill
    May 23, 2017

    I love the layered sweatshirt! I would love to win this book for this reason- I have a daughter who wears nothing but sweatshirts! I would like to make them look a little more dressed up for her. That way she is comfortable and looks great too!
    Thank you for the opportunity to win this book!

  • Nancy Glisson
    May 23, 2017

    The first makeover I would try is the vest. It looks like it would be fun to make and to wear.

  • Patty
    May 23, 2017

    Since I have a hard time getting a sweatshirt on my grandsons, the boy sweatshirt version would be the first one I do.

  • Florence Dupuis
    May 23, 2017

    I love the look of the layered sweatshirt. I also would try the neckline change. I think I would use that when I remove the hood on sweatshirts for my husband who hates hoodies. I don’t usually buy them because of that but this would give me an option to change them.

  • Louise
    May 23, 2017

    I would make the crossover neck shirt

  • Pat
    May 23, 2017

    My first project from this book would be the Calico Country Sweatshirt. I love the layered look but without the bother of separate garments. Thanks for the chance to win this book.

  • Sue Jackson
    May 23, 2017

    I would make the Calico Sweatshirt. I love that it uses parts of a shirt and since I am always getting something on my shirts I have plenty that could be used in this way, Thank you for offering this book, I would love to win it,!

  • Traci Y
    May 23, 2017

    I think I would like to make the layered look of the Calico Country Sweatshirt. Looks like a lot of fun to do.

  • Debbie Moen
    May 23, 2017

    I would start with the 123 jacket but make it for an adult leaving off the numbers and making it with oriental prints and then I would make the best. I love sweatshirt makeovers, makes you feel dressed up but comfortable!

  • Starla
    May 23, 2017

    I love the crossover neck!

  • Melinda
    May 23, 2017

    Calico Country would be a first and frequent project for me. I like the look of a two-fer without the bulk and extra warmth. Texas winter perfect answer sweatshirt!

  • Linda E in AZ
    May 23, 2017

    The crossover neck sweatshirt would be my first project.
    thanks!

  • Mary Lou Palmer
    May 23, 2017

    I think I would start with the inside out sweatshirt with the zippers at the neckline and the wrists.

  • Bonnye
    May 23, 2017

    I like the crossover neckline with the appliqué flower.

  • Teri
    May 23, 2017

    I like the cross-over neck sweatshirt as a starting point.

  • Clovis
    May 23, 2017

    The Calico Sweatshirt looks good to make. I do love the color of the Kids 1-2-3.

  • Danielle Barr
    May 23, 2017

    I would try the cardigan vest – I live in North Carolina where you sometimes just need a little extra jacket or sweater. This would be great with a turtleneck.

  • Debbie Becker
    May 23, 2017

    I have a two and a half year old grand-daughter who I sew for all the time. She would love the sweatshirt with the flower pocket. But, I also have a new grandson due in October and the little boy’s version of the sweatshirt makeover would be my first boy’s sewing project so I have lots of options.

  • Linda Engelun
    May 23, 2017

    I would love to make the All Season Sweatshirt Vest. I have many of Mary’s books. Love them!

  • Joan F Ruffing
    May 23, 2017

    Living in Florida we don’t have many months cool enough to bundle up in Sweat Shirts. However, cardigans are comfortable especially when one is in a store or restaurant. I like to be stylish, but casually dressed when I go out. I would make almost any of the sweatshirts converted to cardigans. I especially am drawn to ones which are unique. The one with the crossover tabs really appeals to me. Mary has always come up with such clever ideas. I love her work.

  • Bertha G
    May 23, 2017

    I love the Calico Country makeover. So cute, and it looks like it might be easy! Thanks

  • Kathleen Barton
    May 23, 2017

    So hard to choose just one! But, I am so intrigued by the Calico
    Country sweatshirt, I would do that one first.

  • Donna Ohl
    May 23, 2017

    I have been wanting to re-make a sweatshirt since I first saw it over 20 years ago. I think I would like to do the vest first. I have recently retired and am renewing my friendship with my sewing machines. A sweatshirt make over is perfect for my new friend, the serger!

  • DebbieW
    May 23, 2017

    Looking at the cover of ‘First Rate Sweatshirts’, would love to make the red one with fabric lining on the inside, cuffs and button tab.

  • Janice L. Capano
    May 23, 2017

    I love the country calico, an easy way to dress up a casual top.The color options would be endless and so flattering.That will be my first, but the others will be right behind. Thank You.

  • Marsha Dimond
    May 23, 2017

    I have made-over several sweatshirts over the years. I have never thought about making a vest. I would try that.

  • Leah
    May 23, 2017

    I think I would make the All Seasons Cardigan Vest. Some days I need a little extra warmth under a light weight jacket. This vest would be perfect.

  • Melissa
    May 23, 2017

    I think I would try the layered look first, it would be a good way to repurpose a button down shirt that still has life to it but doesn’t fit anymore.

  • Brenda Beane
    May 23, 2017

    What a wonderful resource for those of us who loves to work with sweatshirts​ and have a limited amount of storage space for resource materials. I have been a big fan of Mary and have used a lot of her techniques. Great job, Mary!

  • Evelyn Houck
    May 23, 2017

    All Seasons Cardigan Vest.

    I have always enjoyed making neat wearables from sweatshirts!

  • Donna Fecteau
    May 23, 2017

    I think that I will try the layered look first. I love the layered look and this is a much cooler way to have the look but not the heat and bulk of a full shirt under there. Also it recycles some of my button down shirt that don’t fit quite as well as they used too.

    Thanks so much! hope I win.

  • Carol Lopez
    May 23, 2017

    My first attempt at re-tooling a sweatshirt would be the cardigan vest, but for a child. I am picturing the use of leather stripping for the button loops; some novelty horse/cowgirl themed buttons I found online; and faux leather or suede for the pocket along with horseshoes embroidered with metallic thread. My great-niece GraceAnn is 6 years old and is taking horse riding lessons for the first time this year. After fitful starts with ballet, cheerleading and gym, she has found something she looks forward to doing each week.

    GraceAnn’s younger 3 year old sister Vivian would not be left out as I would have to make the Kids’ 1-2-3 Cardigan. She is the dancer who takes ballet lessons and loves performing for anyone willing or unwilling to watch. Her cardigan must have a ballet theme complete with tutu trim.

  • Janee
    May 23, 2017

    I’d like to try the girl’s zipped up sweatshirt, but for a “big” girl (that would be me). Trims would be a bit less “cute,” maybe more modern.

  • Susan Spiers
    May 23, 2017

    Great sweatshirt makeovers-love the 1-2-3-Cardigan, the plackets are too cute! Thank you, Susan

  • Ann Coombs
    May 23, 2017

    I would make the Calico Country sweatshirt first. Living in North Carolina, there are many times when a sweatshirt feels just right, but 2 layers would be just too much. I think next in line would be the vest. Thanks so much for the opportunity to win such a wonderful book. And, to quote my favorite seamstress; Bye for now.

  • Carol
    May 23, 2017

    Decisions, decisions………………..I’m leaning towards the zipper appeal for a starter followed by the crossover and a version of the kid’s 1-2-3 but not for a kid! I love Mary’s makeovers and I actually have a sweatshirt pulled apart waiting to be reassembled.

  • Darlene Grant
    May 23, 2017

    I like the layered look that isn’t layered. I have a couple of sweatshirts that are a little short for my liking & this is a perfect solution.

  • Barbara Maloney
    May 23, 2017

    I want to learn how to make the one that looks layered. I have been wanting to learn for a long time how to make just the collar portion, but all patterns are see are too small. This would be perfect.

  • beth d.
    May 23, 2017

    I would do the crossover collar on the sweatshirt makeover.

  • Robin Crittenden
    May 23, 2017

    I’m not a garment sewer but these jackets are amazing and possible, I think. I love the children’s and the dinosaurs done for a girl is on my mind. Question, I’m short. How do you address sleeves? Do you have another book that discusses shortening sleeves?

  • Jackie T
    May 23, 2017

    I really like the cross-over sweatshirt but I’d start with the cardigan first.

  • Linda Rupe
    May 23, 2017

    I love the 123 Kids Sweatshirt. I think it would work for boys or girls.

  • Edna Marks
    May 23, 2017

    I would love to try the cardigan vest. looks so cute.

  • Jean A. Williams
    May 23, 2017

    I have enjoyed Mary Mulari’s sweatshirt creativity for quite some time so of course I have a book or two of them! I really like her applique’s also. They are cute and easy. Thank you Mary! Keep the ideas coming!

  • Mary Zana Lawson
    May 23, 2017

    I would love to try the cardigan vest first. It would be perfect for me since I cannot wear long sleeves much.

  • Jan N.
    May 23, 2017

    The first one I would make is the Calico Country Sweatshirt. I have some of Mary’s first books she came out with and still use the ideas in those books.

  • Kay Coffin
    May 23, 2017

    I would like to make “Calico Country” using some of my deceased husband’s sport shirts.

  • Diane Caison
    May 23, 2017

    My favorite to make first would be Calico Country Sweatshirt. I really liked them all. Would make great gifts.

  • Gail Beam
    May 23, 2017

    Love, love the zipper sweatshirt! Zippers are so in right now and I would love to make a zipper sweatshirt. Saw one with zippers on the bottom similar to the one Nancy made and it was selling for $70.

  • PamB
    May 23, 2017

    I like the crossover neckline. Simple change but effective. Thanks

  • annette rady
    May 23, 2017

    absolutely love the layered look with the blouse parts. Will definitely be trying that.

  • Jeanette withrow
    May 23, 2017

    I like the calico country sweatshirt. That is a super cute idea. I like the visionary ideas of creating a different shirt. Thanks

  • Kitty McKiernan
    May 23, 2017

    Love the young girls makeover! Looking for birthday gifts for pre-teens – & these would hit the mark! So pretty, & I’m sure the gals would love them!

  • Kelly Sas
    May 23, 2017

    I have been blessed to attend a number of Mary’s Show and Tells. Not only is she talented Mary is funny and enjoyable to learn from. I would love to start first with Zipper Appeal Sweatshirt and at least 3 other make overs from her book!

  • Susan T
    May 23, 2017

    The cardigan vest for me, please!

  • Beulah Caswell
    May 23, 2017

    Nancy, I would like to try to make the one that you are wearing in the video!!

  • Kathryn E
    May 23, 2017

    I would love to make the calico country sweatshirt. It is much dressier than a plain old sweatshirt with all the comfort of a plain old sweatshirt.

  • Carol
    May 23, 2017

    The crossover neck sweatshirt is adorable and my granddaughters would love them! All of the patterns are really cute, though.

  • Beverly
    May 23, 2017

    I don’t own a single sweatshirt, but after looking at these ideas I could see myself shopping for at least half a dozen in various colors to make these terrific designs.

  • Ellen R. in MN
    May 23, 2017

    The cardigan vest and Crossover neckline for me. The older I get the more I like sweatshirts but the more difficult it is to get them off. This book will open up a whole new world of comfort.

  • Ros Hardy
    May 24, 2017

    As it is almost winter here I am in need of the Calico country sweatshirt change to several of my current tops already, as I am tired of adding scarves to close the draftiness of the open necks. I also have little grandsons who have inherited the family trait of larger head size than allowed for on most ready to wear stuff so will add the zippered up sweatshirt but for boys to some tops I have for modifications now.

  • Linda Buzz
    May 24, 2017

    I’d like to make the vest. Sometimes I just need a little bit of warming up.

    • Donna Rowley
      May 24, 2017

      I don’t know what it is called but looks like a sweatshirt with strips of material. I would like to try one for my grandaughter. Thank you.

  • Myrna King
    May 24, 2017

    I did not think that there were any more good or different ideas to convert sweat shirts to but I was wrong. Mary has hit it out of the ball park with this one! Some really classy looks.

  • Kay Skogen
    May 24, 2017

    I absolutely love the Calico Country sweatshirt! The layered look is great to wear almost year-round in the Pacific NW! I would like to make several in different color combinations. Secondly, I would make the Crossover Neckline shirt. The finished garment would not closely resemble a sweatshirt!
    Third, I would make over a sweatshirt into a jacket, with strips running vertically down the front and sleeves. The inside could be lined with fleece in a contrasting color. So many choices! I want to build a wardrobe around sweatshirt make-overs!

  • Linda B.
    May 24, 2017

    I am sure that I would make a cardigan first. They are easy to get on and off, and it is always fun to select fabric for facings and appliqués.

  • Anne
    May 24, 2017

    I would make the calico country sweatshirt first. I have a turquoise sweatshirt and a turquoise, pink and lilac plaid shirt that would make a yummy combination. Love the idea of potlucks on the sweatshirt and cutting them open!

  • Kathy Crouch
    May 25, 2017

    I would like to do the cardigan first. It will be such fun to turn a plain sweatshirt into a beautiful jacket. Secondly, I like the Kids 123 sweatshirt. I have a great granddaughter that I would have such fun doing that for.

  • Sandy Davis
    May 25, 2017

    Sweatshirt makeovers are so much fun! I have won two blue ribbons at our state fair over the last three years on ones I have done. I get lot of compliments when I wear them. I always look forward to see what you and Mary come up with next. You both have such creative & unusual ideas!

  • Chris
    May 25, 2017

    I like the calico country makeover. I’ve done several sweatshirt makeovers but never thought of the faux layered look. The book goes in so many different directions and makes me want to pull out those sweatshirts even though it’s close to 90 degrees.

  • Solveig VanOverbeke
    May 25, 2017

    I am going to try the crossover neck sweatshirt first since I have a short neck and most sweatshirts are tighter than I would like around the neck.

  • Lori M.
    May 25, 2017

    Love the Calico Sweatshirt…that added detail to the front is so pretty. That is the first item I will look up in the book to learn how to make. Thank you for this great book for a giveaway…..

  • Candace Weiss
    May 26, 2017

    I would try the Kids 1-2-3 Cardagan for my great Niece who is going to be two this year in September.

  • Sandra L Mazer
    May 26, 2017

    The Calico Country for my daughter. She would love this. Thank you Nancy for the chance to win such a great book.

  • Kathy Dorn
    May 29, 2017

    I would love to win this book. like the vest and the calico country. thanks for the chance to win this book. KathyI

  • Aileen
    June 6, 2017

    I would love make the little girls zipped up sweat shirts first. I have 5 grand daughters that would those! They range in age from 2 years to 8 1/2 years and all love to dress alike. No problem for Grandma to sew these cute little numbers for her cute little darlings. Would love to win those books and have a great time sewing made over sweat shirts. Good use of those “tired” sweat shirts that can be recycled into something fabulous!

  • Cheri Knudson
    June 20, 2017

    I am a snowbird, and spend the Winters in AZ. In Nov, Dec, Jan, and even Feb the evenings are quite cool and require extra layering. I would love to make the Cardigan Vest just for a little over the top warmth. Thank you for all the information you have given us over the years. I have pamphlets from Sewing with Nancy published in 1991 and 1992. I bought them at least 42 years ago, and still use them today.

  • Mary Louise Watkins
    June 24, 2017

    Is there a pattern for the bracelet that Mary is wearing for Best Sweatshirt Makeovers?

  • lanesha
    January 28, 2018

    You may love that work outfit but you can’t deny it really starts to cause discomfort after long hours at the office. You just can’t wait to change as soon as you get home

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