Recycle bed linen into clothing, Tilly & The Buttons Stevie pattern, sew along

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Жыл бұрын

In this video, I am recycling fabric from my bed linen. I adore the pattern and print from these pillowcases. So, I used the Tilly & The Buttons Stevie pattern to turn some old pillowcases into a garment. If you are looking for a fabric recycle idea, then I hope you get some inspo.
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@sylvianblue Ай бұрын

Came straight here from your 30th May 2024 dungaree vid!

@valeriepasbrig2864 Ай бұрын

I decided to go back to watch some of your older videos. This one was my first stop. Omg, is that the cutest top ever! I like the fabric, too. It 'hangs' really nicely. I've been toying with the idea of making a simple long dress from a flannel sheet that I got at the second hand store. I'm inspired to do it now. Thanks

@shallahharbaugh243 Жыл бұрын

I spent many lovely afternoon's with my Gramma looking at the pattern books at the fabric shop. It's a lovely top!

@laurawatkins9399 Жыл бұрын

The top looks fabulous and the fact that you repurposed the pillowcases makes it even better. Curtains into a dress? Heck yeah! Maybe a whole series of charity shop fabric upcycling!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Now there is an idea!

@221b-Maker-Street Жыл бұрын

Eat your heart out, Julie Andrews!

@joancaruso170 Жыл бұрын

I think that top is awesome and would look really nice with Chaps that people ride when horseback riding and that blazer for a really stunning outfit. Wow beautiful

@wildwolf2567 Жыл бұрын

That's fabulous Catherine. Back in early 1980s I made myself a dress out of a cotton mix flat bed sheet in a lovely soft pink. All by hand stitching. I hadn't got a sewing machine and no way could afford one. The compliments I got was overwhelming. Never confessed it was a bed sheet. Ha ha.

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Oh well done, LOVE that you were able to hand stitch it. A credit to you x

@blumebauer Жыл бұрын

Sounds beautiful ! 💗

@valeriestrickler6902 Жыл бұрын

That's the only way I would get a "new" dress when I was little. My grandmother made a pattern out of newspaper used any kind of material that was left over from bedsheets to taking apart wornout clothes and remaking it into something else for me to wear. When you're the smallest one around in a poor family you just make do.

@dittohead7044 Жыл бұрын

Pillow case dress are very popular for little girls too

@joanheney1855 Жыл бұрын

Just love the top and your personality 🎉. There’s a shop in Wexford town that sell material, wool and patterns. No pattern book to flick through but they have patterns on show. ☘️🌈

@megshanafeltwasserburger6240 Жыл бұрын

Floral, safari, Parisian, chic!!! You are the most adorable 🥰

@lexbrunov Жыл бұрын

I'm here for the Floral Safari Parisian Chic! Your personality makes my day every time 🥰

@lynngliottone2812 Жыл бұрын

Girl is there anything you can't do??? Every one of your videos amazes me. Love the little top you made!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@CamperVanTango Жыл бұрын

Floral Parisian Safari Sheet !🤣 It looks fabulous love it, fun sewing inspiration 👍

@lynpallister6527 Жыл бұрын

You’ve given me confidence to use the machine I’ve dusted for two years, go girl

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Yay, have fun sewing, take your time x

@brownbetty6079 Жыл бұрын

Howdy I would LOVED to see your pillow sham project tried on backward So the ties in the from Lovely JUST simply lovely

@jenniferkessener1111 Жыл бұрын

Love the blouse. So cute. It looks great as a nightime/ lounge piece. It also looked good styled, as it nipped it in for your petite self. Would be cute with a pencil skirt.

@b85382 Жыл бұрын

You are so clever Catherine you never cease to amaze me and I never know what you’re gonna do next that top is amazing and far too good to keep for bed it’s a good combo for those shorts with a nice pair of sandals and bag to wear on holiday or a nice summer day the floral pattern on it is just gorgeous well done you 👏🏻

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊 your kind comment put a smile on my face x

@hannahmartin1344 Жыл бұрын

Ah that floral safari parisian chic, my go-to style! 😂

@sjerzgrl Жыл бұрын

I love your personality and videos. I laugh and smile watching and listening to you. 🥰🦩

@JESUSlovesyouall Жыл бұрын

I LOVE THIS PROJECT!!! So Fun!!! And out of pillow cases! AMAZING!!! BEAUTIFUL job Catherine 😁

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Denise! 😊

@valeriejohnston6574 Жыл бұрын

It’s that time of year! The wind is blowing, the rain is pouring and the sewing machine is out. This turned out pretty cute! The last thing I made from bedsheets was curtains for my dining room. 😂

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊 LOVE the curtain idea!

@margaretquinn5335 Жыл бұрын

This would be gorgeous over an off white Bermuda trousers, especially on a beach walk. The fabric is amazing. All love your pincushion !

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Yes! and the beach is calling me in this dark November xxxx

@maria3901 Жыл бұрын

You are so cute and a much better seamstress then you claim…you could totally wear that out too!

@melaniedingman2541 Жыл бұрын

You would have been very popular during the depression era. Lots of dresses were made of flour sacks. You are darling.

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Oh a flour sack dress, now there is an upcycle x

@helenweatherby1694 Жыл бұрын

I so agree about accurate cutting being very important. I have learned this the hard way!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Me too xxx

@loriquinn2850 Жыл бұрын

I commented on your "How are my kitchen updates doing" video and realized you may not see the comment. I have had a great deal of success with glaze. I would imagine glazes come in many colors. There is always a way!!! Lori

@maureenmckenna5220 Жыл бұрын

You make this look so easy, but, as a sewer of old, I know it is not. And, what a great idea to use the pillowcase fabric. Sheets do come in such wonderful patterns. And, it’s a great style for you.

@petro3441 Жыл бұрын

I would wear this during the day.its stunning.well done. If I can only get hold of patterns on our side of the world. Yes you get patterns but to find plain simple ones...Ai jai jai. Love the floral pattern.

@ehpeachylove Жыл бұрын

Talent Abounds with you dear Catherine. You did an amazing job. Your chicness is priceless. Love the pattern.

@tiffcat1100 Жыл бұрын

Yes, or chicativity ;)

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

haha, love that!

@lyndaturner6686 Жыл бұрын

I think you have a cool summer outfit , I love the top with those shorts and being a loose fit it will feel cool in hot weather.

@DJ-mj3wd Жыл бұрын

They are great for working in the yard too... nice and cool and crisp. Yours looks fabulous!

@merlin711oregon Жыл бұрын

Cottage Core or light academia! Nice botanical print! I loved it! I would also love my comfy pjs to match my sheets.Very dreamy🤗😘😉❤❤❤

@conniemorgan8402 Жыл бұрын

You are a constant source of amazement !! You are the complete package, sweet girl.. we bow, in amazement, at the range of your skills. With much love, from your Tennessee grandmother !! ( what is the matter with the men in Ireland, here in the US southern states, the men would be lining up to tie your bows !! )❤️❤️

@paularoberts2129 Жыл бұрын

Lovely top Catherine xx❤️❤️❤️❤️

@irisstormo6913 Жыл бұрын

It's adorable! Try yard sales for linens for your sewing projects. Cottage Core style of dresses can easily be made with little bits of lace, crochet and bed linens or old curtains. Great job. 🌺❤🌺

@paulinewaterhouse8564 Жыл бұрын

That really goes with the shorts

@LEck-uo3fq Жыл бұрын

This print is giving Ted Baker vibes! I LOVE IT!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Oh yes! I love their floral prints x

@ellelou2706 Жыл бұрын

I love the final "Parisian chic" outfit 🙂 Great job. I've just started sewing my own clothes and it's tough!

@jillsimpson8716 Жыл бұрын

Oh Catherine! I will watch any video project you do….but this one made me a little anxious, hahaha. I DO NOT know how to sew. It requires far too much attention to detail and spatial thinking. I applaud you for having that skill. It looks great. You’ve proven to people that you could wear a bed sheet and look beautiful! Have a great day!!!

@katherinecraddock5031 Жыл бұрын

My mom used bed sheets to make bridesmaids dresses for my sister's wedding. They turned out beautiful. Keep inspiring!❤

@linzertube Жыл бұрын

Very pretty fabric. I agree that a couple of darts might make the top more flattering….it was a bit too much fabric in the back. Very clever idea to use the pillowcases for clothing.

@sandralangley2807 Жыл бұрын

Love that print Catherine looks so pretty ❤️

@luckyolivares6013 Жыл бұрын

WOOOOOW ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS WOW SPEECHLESS..You are amazing looks amazing amazing ..👌👌👌👌👌🤍🤍🤍🤍🌻🌻🙏🙋🏻‍♀️🌻

@mistydawncreates Жыл бұрын

I think this is an awesome idea using various sheets/pillow cases. You did a great job and I think it looks great. I bet it feels great sleeping in. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@Cozy4evr Жыл бұрын

Very chic and talented ! Great look Catherine ! 👍❤️

@mac5924 Жыл бұрын

Great job. Love it with your shorts. Love Blondie. Clearly you did such a good job sewing because she helped you 🙂

@nilakshiroy6 Жыл бұрын

I remember my mother doing these kinds of things for me from excess fabric here and there ! Such a lovely top.

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Aw that’s so sweet 😍 great way to make use of the fabric that lying around ♥️

@cynthiafisher9907 Жыл бұрын

You are very cute! I loved the Floral Safari Parisienne Chic! The fabric is very pretty.

@petro3441 Жыл бұрын

Thanx for the motivation.i always love watching you do needlework.

@susefink6099 Жыл бұрын

That sheet was very pretty already, but you looked so pretty at the end... I can picture you in a french café - boulangerie with a café au lait ☕and a croisant🥐,yes that does look very chic indeed😊.

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Oh now that is a vision! x

@kimjensen1217 Жыл бұрын

Very Impressive!! What a wonderful example of being so resourceful, especially during these challenging economic times, Hooray for You!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Aw, thank you very much! x

@surfit. Жыл бұрын

You look ready for summer fashion with the shorts. With the jacket, office manager. A skirt, wedding party. So versital.

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

It’s all about versatility isn’t it!!

@paulakoflynn3368 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant, well done Catherine. Great idea which turned out fabulous whether to be used as night attire or blouse 👍😍

@cindygray4533 Жыл бұрын

I think the darts in the back would make it feel better fitted. But love the flowers. 🌷🌷🌷🧘‍♀️🐈

@CVenza Жыл бұрын

Close out sales or clearance racks is where to go. A few years back I bought some king size pillow shams on clearance and converted them to small lap blankets. The shams were 90% off so I bought several to create my blankets, sofa pillows, & throw pillows. I also bought one 84-inch panel drapery that had no pair. I made two shorter curtains with it & put rod pockets & used them to cover my shed window. They were floral with vines very pretty. Loved your sheet blouse. If Scarlett O` Hara can do it so, can we!!! 🧡💚💜😉

@matisse0711 Жыл бұрын

That's beautiful Catherine! I love the print and that you re- purposed a friggen pillow case lol. Brilliant! I love it lose too. It looks sweet and girly. You're such a joy to watch. An inspiration! You look tres chic indeed 😍

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Awwww, thanks so much 😊

@christineh5790 Жыл бұрын

I think Blondie is stealing the show Catherine!😅 I just love how she pops up whenever you are crafting etc. I love cats and have always had one in my life until our last cat and German shepherd dog died a few years ago, each aged 15years. You are so talented and the blouse looks beautiful.👏👌💖

@archangelraphael4200 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! When you said you were going to try to use curtains next for a sewing project, all I could think about was American comedienne Carol Burnett doing her Gone With the Wind parody (can be found on KZfaq) with the dress made of curtains. Very funny sketch. I love the top you made. It’s so pretty. In our family we have repurposed bed sheets for all kinds of things, curtains being our favorite. You always do such wonderful projects with repurposed material. Great job. Hi Blondie! 👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️🌸🌸🌼🌼🐱🐱🐱

@dianeangelo2227 Жыл бұрын

I also thought of Carol Burnett's skit. 😁

@Bloome_ Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, the blouse is STUNNING! You are very talented! x

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, that is really kind of you x

@hsepulveda1 Жыл бұрын

What a great way to recycle your pillowcases! Your top turned out really cute!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@mararoy5274 Жыл бұрын

The shirt turned out beautiful!

@maureengreen4008 Жыл бұрын

It’s gorgeous as either day wear or as a pj top🥰🤦🏻‍♀️

@mariconangonzalez3148 Жыл бұрын

So cute. My mother would do that for us when we were growing up. She would sew at night without a pattern she knew how to sew she would do it to help my father bring in some with income as a couple. We're a large family of 14. I've actually seen blouses and dresses made from embroidered Tablecloths or you could also use the material from Curtains. You did good.

@tinad8561 Жыл бұрын

Great print on that blouse. It would look smashing with a button-up midi khaki skirt as well, very Out of Africa or mid-80s-Ralph-Lauren.

@debbenning-edgar Жыл бұрын

You are so cute, it was fun watching you seeing this❤️🥰👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🎉🎉🎉

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤗

@kylieharrison3782 Жыл бұрын

Definitely need some vertical darts from the hem up on the back panels . Remember they are basically triangles so being the super smart cookie that you are can do it. Maybe using another top thats a perfect fit will help you figure out the amount to pinch in at the hem. Just use a long straight stitch and avoid back stitching. Just leave long tails on the threads to tie off with for the darts. Also the more you wash and wear the softer and more pliable the fabric will get. 😍

@PlanningandFinances Жыл бұрын

Haha, I can imagine you getting into bed matching your sheets 😁. I think it turned out gorgeous 😍

@vickirickman5828 Жыл бұрын

Cute summer shirt.

@anasmith1788 Жыл бұрын

I love how you say “those are jokes” but you ALWAYS look GORGEOUS in everything you wear👗👖🧥

@jaynerudkin6832 Жыл бұрын

I’m into 1950’s everything and have made a full circle dress out of a duvet cover in the past. You can often get duvet sets in the charity shops too which is great. X

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Oh wow a circle dress! You are amazing x

@Hellnogizmo Жыл бұрын

That fabric is so pretty! I think it came out cute. I just found these old blue, sheer, long floral curtain panels and I cant wait to make them into something.

@nickic4561 Жыл бұрын

Looks great, you could take the cuffs off sleeves gather fabric then add the cuffs. So Chić, loved with the jacket and shorts. ❤️ Have watched many use sheets to make tiered skirts etc.

@leonorjimenez4471 Жыл бұрын

All you need is a pair of jeans beautiful 😍😍

@jillcole327 10 ай бұрын

You are adorable! Blazer looks fab on you!

@kelseybearscozyfares Жыл бұрын

How cute, and I never would have known it's from a pillowcase! It's a rainy day where I am in the US, so I'm sewing a summer dress today and pretending that we're not heading into winter 😂 Great job!!

@cathylynnpietranton Жыл бұрын

Wow who would have thought to make a blouse out of pillow cases. Catherine the blouse is lovely. Well done. 👍👍❤

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

You are always so kind Cathy, thank you x

@sleepycat8887 Жыл бұрын

Oh and must I say…. Blondie takes all my attention (cat lover here) and I’ll need to rewatch your video as I get wonderfully distracted 😂.

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

She is the star of the show x

@angiecastillo3881 Жыл бұрын

Curtains into a dress, Scarlett did it. 👍

@mitzileach260 Жыл бұрын

Love to see what size pillows go in those pillow cases lol😊

@kellythornton7644 Жыл бұрын

oh my goodness you're so amazing!!!!!! I love the shirt!!!! Please make the dress!!!

@alexandrastevens8892 Жыл бұрын

I think it's great, doesn't matter what it's made of, in fact thrift a quilt cover into a dress or top would be so economical

@oceanbrzzz Жыл бұрын

You are so funny, Catherine (and creative!). This blouse and outfit is chic-cute on you.

@juliannerohm1297 Жыл бұрын

Do you have enough left of the plain fabric to make matching shorts? It turned out SO cute. It looks cute with the ones you have on as well. loveit!

@m.inavalley Жыл бұрын

I love floral safari! You rock it! 🎉

@Jo-ix3qp Жыл бұрын

The fabric print is sooooooooooooo you...Darling top..two thumbs up...

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@larag1764 Жыл бұрын

Very cute. I love how Blondie 'helps', as only cats know how ! Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 xx

@millyjo8809 Жыл бұрын

Catherine, it is gorgeous. I would wear it out.

@vickinoeske1154 Жыл бұрын

The blouse is adorable! Wear it as a blouse.💕

@sandycook4140 Жыл бұрын

Your top is very elegant I love it and it looks so nice on you!

@diannenixon621 Жыл бұрын

Your top turned out very cute❣️ My mother (and consequently me too) would go to the thrift store on "seniors" day and buy the largest flat sheets, then she would back her quilts with them. No seaming down the center and a whole lot less expensive.

@TheEmpressgoth Жыл бұрын

Love the Safari Chic ! Awesome video thanks 😊

@maureengee364 Жыл бұрын

It looks so sweet. Maybe try and make a belt for it. Also maybe you can just tie it in the back. Idea. Thank you so very much for sharing this with us. Perfect.💯💯💯🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

@skw32trains Жыл бұрын

How clever. Well done you. A very good idea of yours to use bed sheets etc to practice making a garment first. Your blouse looks beautiful and very chic.

@sandramigacz1766 Жыл бұрын

It is adorable! I would wear it as a top.

@staciefreeman4396 Жыл бұрын

Finished is better than perfect

@lindacook856 Жыл бұрын

Look’s lovely Catherine 😀

@jayxsunflower2876 Жыл бұрын

Wow!!! This is awesome.. I love this so much.. it looks really pretty on you.. you could totally wear this in spring/summer.. I’m thinking charity shops and the linen section for fabric 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪I’m never going to look at bedsheets the same way again 😅😅 Minds going crazy!! LIVING FOR IT!!

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

haha, them bedsheets have lots of fabric too! x

@josephineblanc9801 Жыл бұрын

Great idea christine be nice black trousers 😘

@angiecastillo3881 Жыл бұрын

I love it with the shorts!!

@WW-mq9gh Жыл бұрын

You are so talented Catherine and a tonic for the soul 💕

@DaintyDiaries Жыл бұрын

Awwww that is so kind x

@basha4846 Жыл бұрын

I made a table runner and throw pillow covers from window swags. " great job"

@guadarrama8224 Жыл бұрын

here.. i have been wondering for half of my life... if i could turn my bed sheets and extra pillow cases... and now i have my answer.... even curtains... i have seen turned into an awesome dress... and well fabric is fabric.. i guess.... just under a category... thanku for ur awesome idea.. i loved it... now i will not feel to bad.. thinking i am wearing a curtain or a bed sheet... 😁😁😁😘🥰