Refashion A Scarf Into A Tunic

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Hi there, welcome back 🌸 I refashioned my old scarf into a cozy tunic and love how it turned out. I planned to do this many months ago and glad I finally did it.  This tunic can be worn as a layer or as it is. It is so comfy and warm, perfect for the cooler weather we are having now.  The material of my scarf is a wool blend in a lovely print. I got it from a friend 15 years ago. The refashioning process was easy and fast, I started with making the neckline. Cut the length and use the leftover fabric for the neckband. I pinned and sewed the neckband to the neckline. And here is the look of the neckline on the wrong side. I got a little problem, the neckline was gaping and I reduced both sides by adding darts in both sides at the shoulder lines 0.50". And happy it worked, it fit nicely after adding the darts. After that, I measured 15'' from the hemline up to the armhole, pinned and sewed both sides. I...
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MAGAM January Plan

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Starting from January 2015, Make A Garment A Month Challenge (MAGAM) is moving to a Facebook group. All of you are welcome to join us, just simply click on this link for more detail :)

And for this month, I will be making a plaid jacket based on Burdastyle pattern - wool blazer 10/2013#106 size 36 with following modifications,
  • I am going to lengthen the jacket until the top of my knee
  • Omit the front dart and change the back jacket from two pieces of patterns to one piece.
  • Change the original pockets to inseam pockets
  • And as the MAGAM January Theme is to try a new technique, instead of finishing the jacket with snap fastener I will use bound buttonholes

For the fabrics, I will be using 2.5 yards of  plaid wool blend and 2.5 yards of silk satin in deep blue color for the jacket lining.
Here is the closer look of my two fabrics,


Now, I am working on my grey wool jacket to test the pattern. You can see the quick update on My Facebook Page

Happy Sewing!

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  1. Sew Blessed Maw [Judy]January 16, 2015 at 4:15 AM

    Hana, this will be beautiful.. Happy sewing.

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  2. MargoJanuary 16, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    Oh this looks like a lovely plan Hana! I think you made a great decision to change the pockets...the original ones may have been too overwhelming for your slight frame. Can't wait to see the finished coat!

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    1. Hana January 16, 2015 at 10:19 AM

      Thank you, Margo! This will be my first work on inseam pockets. Hope it will turn out well :)

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  3. MaryJanuary 16, 2015 at 10:34 AM

    I love your plan, and agree that the bound buttonholes will add to this design. Happy sewing!

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  4. Sarah LizJanuary 16, 2015 at 1:43 PM

    This will be so lovely - and I agree with Margo about the inseam pockets. Also, you will have a nice long line through the coat. Good luck with the buttonholes -do some practice ones first on some scraps.

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    1. Hana January 17, 2015 at 5:02 PM

      Thank you, Sarah Liz. I will do some practice, for sure :)

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  5. UnknownJanuary 16, 2015 at 2:43 PM

    I'm sure this is going to look lovely. I like your fabric choice the yellow will brighten up any day

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  6. The Winter~QueenJanuary 17, 2015 at 5:19 AM

    Oh Hana I sure do love that fabric! This is going to look so amazing; can't wait to see it :)x

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