Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Jerilyn - New Kid on the Chanel Block

Hi, this is my introductory post... I'm definitely getting a late start, but too many stars aligned after discovering this blog, so I felt compelled to join.

I do a lot of refashioning which I share on my personal blog and a refashioning blog. I saw "Coco Before Chanel" a few months ago and was inspired to dress better, but then I came across this post by Mary Anna who said "For me it's more about sewing in the Chanel spirit. Taking a piece of menswear, and turning it into women's wear in a simple, fitted style." and I knew this was the challenge for me, the refashioning addict!

But as in most creative pursuits, there's a difference between having the inspiration to take on a project and finding the skills and materials! Before signing up I went to a local thrift shop to see if anything caught my eye. Nothing interesting on the Ladies rack, so I headed over to Menswear and there it was, calling my name...


The fabric is a black and cream houndstooth in tight woven wool.


When refashioning, the size of the original garment is crucial to the overall success of the project. It didn't have a size tag, but I'll take the Rochester Big Tall Clothing tag as a positive sign!


I had rummaged my pattern stash and found a few items suitable for undertaking the muslin, but before leaving the thrift shop I looked at their patterns... and what are the odds? They had an unused Vogue V7975 in my size (cost: 25-cents)! How could I not sign up after all that?

8 comments:

  1. So looking forward to seeing this project take shape. What a great idea - Chanel would be proud :-)

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  2. As you say how couldn't you sign up. Can't wait to see what you produce.

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  3. I enjoyed Mary Anna's reno,and I look forward to following yours...

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  4. Beautiful fabric! Can't go wrong with classic houndstooth. Enjoy the process!

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  5. Hope you'll have a great time with Chanel

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  6. If you are into process, a Chanel jacket sure is the project to take on. I am a newbie too, and hope to have an introductory post soon. Good luck with your project. I am off to check out your blog.

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  7. It was destiny... I mean, finding the jacket pattern as well, it's just spooky. I'll be joining you and Bunny soon.

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  8. You go girl! I've got my fingers crossed for you for a gorgeous refashion.

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