This linen bias-cut skirt turned dress with addition of a bodice made from scraps sewn to an old piece of sheeting.

If you’ve been following Sew it Again, you know I’m on a 365-day journey devising and sharing ways we can take unworn clothes from our wardrobe and resew them for a second life.

Yesterday I attended the Meet and Greet at International House college at The University Of Queensland in my capacity as a director/honorary secretary on the Board of Management and spent time with the fabulous 2014 student leaders.

I was wearing Sew 47 and thrilled by their interest, quick understanding and excitement about the concept of resewing and reusing existing clothing – because as uni students they need to be thrifty and resourceful in the way they dress.  Continue reading →