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Thursday, 22 October 2009

Its All About Me {Lets Swap and Party!}


I am joining the Natasha's, Its All About Me {Lets Swap and Party!}. Natasha really is the Queen of hosting fabulous and innovative blog events.

I can't believe I don't have a before photo of my 'swap'. Could have sworn I took one but can't find it. You will just have to use your imagination for the 'before' bit...

So imagine one plain unadorned grey twin set - a cardigan and sleeveless top, which I chopped (cardigan only) and transformed into.......

this!!!!

TAAAAA DAAAAA!!!!

strange off centre photo of me was taken by me using timer!

I only ever revamp clothing to sell in my webstore so decided I would do something for myself. I am thrilled with the result, its very soft and pretty!


I showed you the trim that I have used in a few posts back.



I cut out the flowers on the trim and appliqued them around the neck. Didn't carry it to the back of the neck as my hair covers it and I was too lazy!!


Sleeve detail....


Front detail....


Back detail....


Pretty!!!

Thanks so much Natasha for yet another inspirational blog event!

Be sure to go and check out what everyone else has done.

Take Care
Rachael

p.s. I might sell it...... LOL
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43 comments:

  1. Natasha Burns22 October 2009 at 11:24

    Yay Rachael! Your twinset is gorgeous! About time you did one for yourself!! I bet you'll love wearing it. Thanks so much for joining in, I'm so glad you did!

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  2. GerryART22 October 2009 at 11:46

    Rachael, love what you did to your sweater/ I can quite tell what you used for the cuff and bottom edge. It looks a little like lace.
    Isn't Natasha's 'challenge' a great idea? We would have never taken time otherwise. I join your Following.

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  3. Anonymous22 October 2009 at 11:50

    Hi, Rachel! How pretty! you and the outfit! ♥ When I grow up, I want to learn how to sew. ☺

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  4. Unknown22 October 2009 at 11:52

    RACHEL, you are just darling!! Look at you girl! I love the twinset! The details you added are so perfect and it looks fab on you sweetie!! Great job :)
    Love you!
    Amy

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  5. Lori22 October 2009 at 13:04

    Rachael, that is SO beautiful!!! it looks SO darn cute on you too...keep it for yourself:)

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  6. Angela Harris22 October 2009 at 13:41

    Super Cute sweater!! You look so cute in it!
    Thanks so much for coming by my blog to see what I'm doing with Operation Christmas Child :)
    ~Angela Harris

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  7. Elyse22 October 2009 at 13:59

    wow! how cool is this?! so happy that this party lead me to you/your blog. very cool!

    xo
    elyse

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  8. Cola's Cottage22 October 2009 at 15:13

    Hi Rachael! Your top is lovely! I hope you keep it, it is very pretty on you. You deserve it and when you wear it and are complimented you can remember that you did something special for yourself!

    Hugs ~ Nichole

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  9. Betty22 October 2009 at 17:17

    That turned out so pretty Rachael! I love the lace you used!

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  10. Fete et Fleur22 October 2009 at 19:15

    Oh My Gosh! You are absolutely adorable in this set. I really love what you did to it.

    Hugs!
    Nancy

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  11. Reflections from the Stone Nest22 October 2009 at 23:53

    Wow Rachael! That trim is just amazing. I'd be scared to death to chop it off! Such talent. Lovely. It looks gorgeous on you...

    Kitty

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  12. Unknown23 October 2009 at 02:11

    You did such a lovely job revamping this lovely twinset. You look so beautiful in it too, it really shows off your lovely figure. Natasha is brilliant and I am so glad that she gave each of us a reason to indulge.
    Karen

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  13. Anonymous23 October 2009 at 04:01

    Rachael this is gorgeous, and it looks wonderful on you - don't sell it, wear it! What a perfect use for that gorgeous trim-
    Laura

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  14. bluemuf23 October 2009 at 04:19

    Rachael, that is so lovely. What a beautiful job you did. You must keep it as it look wonderful on you.

    Hugs Karen

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  15. Anonymous23 October 2009 at 06:40

    Aren't you a Beautiful woman! And your twinset creation is just Darling! Such a blessing to be able to sew 'n create like that!
    Hope you're enjoying the
    swap as much as I am!
    ~ blessings ~
    Pearl
    please stop by for
    a visit, and enter to
    win one of my give~aways!

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  16. LiLi M.23 October 2009 at 08:16

    Love your twinset and as always your sense of humor!

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  17. Connie23 October 2009 at 12:04

    It's just beautiful, but then I have always loved every single thing you do, sugar!
    xxo,
    Connie

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  18. SweetScarlett23 October 2009 at 12:09

    It looks fantastic, Rachael!
    I normally do not like gray clothing but you have given it a new life and new personality, too!
    Cheers,
    Maggie

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  19. Marina Capano23 October 2009 at 12:22

    Hi! so cute!!!

    great job!


    xoxo

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  20. Olive Grove Primitives23 October 2009 at 12:36

    Hi Rachael, it so beautiful I love what you have done. I will have to pop over and visit your website. thankyou for your lovely comments about my little dolly, isn't it funny that we don't ever do things for ourselves! Have a beautiful day Lisa

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  21. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique23 October 2009 at 13:11

    WOW Rachael - I love what you did with the twin set. That trim is gorgeous. Don't you even think about selling it - this one is for YOU!!
    Hugs ~ Kerryanne

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  22. Unknown23 October 2009 at 13:38

    I LOVE it! I never altered clothing before. It looks great!

    Sandy xox

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  23. Dogwood23 October 2009 at 14:15

    Oh wow! You did a great job embellishing your sweater set. Fun. You will have lots of fun wearing that and bragging about it!

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  24. Jeanne23 October 2009 at 16:22

    Your sweater set turned out great! You sound like me - I always forget to take the "before" pics.
    xo
    jeanne

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  25. Amy23 October 2009 at 22:38

    wow great work!

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  26. Pearl Maple23 October 2009 at 22:38

    Ohhhh that is so cute, fun and creative use of fabric, thanks for sharing the inspiration.

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  27. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie Marie23 October 2009 at 23:45

    Its a beautiful jacket.I love it.You did a wonderful job.And you are very pretty wearing it.
    XXOO Marie Antionette

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  28. Ele at abitofpinkheaven24 October 2009 at 06:25

    Look how pretty and adorable you look! The set is fabulous! You are so good at altered clothes. AGAIN, FABULOUS!

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  29. SharDon Exclusives24 October 2009 at 12:24

    Now DON'T sell this one! Your work is so lovely & you must keep one for yourself. I know what it feels like to finally do something just to keep. Thank you for your sweet comment on my challenge piece. I enjoyed making it so much somehow I just had more freedom to indulge...lol
    Sharon

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  30. Unknown24 October 2009 at 16:33

    Rachael, you look gorgeous in your new sweater set! It's just beautiful and what detail!

    Thanks for sharing and for visiting my blog and leaving your kind comments! I hope you didn't drool all over your keyboard! LOL!

    Blessings,
    Teresa

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  31. Rose Brier Studio25 October 2009 at 01:57

    Rachael, What a lovely twin set. I love fabric added to sweaters and sweatshirts, it is always so surprising in a very good way.
    ~Marilee

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  32. Monica25 October 2009 at 08:02

    Oh, you're sooo pretty, Rachel! Love your twin set, and the lace color is lovely too!
    Monicax.

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  33. Great-Granny Grandma25 October 2009 at 12:36

    Wow! That is beautiful.

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  34. Artifax26 October 2009 at 12:47

    Oh, that is so wonderful soft and feminine and beautiful! And I just love the pink and grey color combo! You are so talented!!!

    Thanks for your well wishes on my blog! It's always makes such a difference to know people are thinking positive thoughts for you!

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  35. Celestina Marie26 October 2009 at 14:40

    Hi Rachael, Oh my goodness, your twinset is gorgeous. You are so talented and this is an amazing redo. I love the soft colors of the pretty grey with the pinks. What a beautiful thing you did for you. I love it.

    You look like a doll in it too. Wonderful picture of you!

    Have a great week.
    hugs, Celestina Marie

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  36. Stephanie Suzanne Designs26 October 2009 at 18:20

    Rachael,

    How cute is that!? You did a great job...altering and embellishing is such fun.

    If you haven't stopped by my place yet...please do!

    Hugs,
    Stephanie

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  37. A Bite of Country Cupcakes26 October 2009 at 20:49

    Looks great...Really girly oriental!

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  38. Anonymous27 October 2009 at 09:04

    What an awesome idea!! I love the new look you created from this set!!
    And how fun that you get to keep it!!
    I had this awesome (at least to me) sweater that my dad bought back in the days of stirrup pants and long sweaters. I just loved that thing and wore it way past its deadline. Daddy passed away 5 years ago and I just couldn't part with it- This week I made some darling sweater pumpkins with it and they are so cute. Not something I can wear but they do look cute arund the house

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  39. ❀~Myrna~❀27 October 2009 at 23:49

    Wow , that is so beautiful, You great in it also. Thanks for stopping by .8~)
    ~Myrna Lee

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  40. Stacy28 October 2009 at 04:58

    Hi! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. Your twinset is GORGEOUS, I love it. You are very talented!

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  41. Barbara28 October 2009 at 12:46

    how wonderful!!! it is BEAUTIFUL!!!

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  42. Alison Gibbs2 November 2009 at 22:56

    Rachael what a great makeover. Love it -so pretty
    Alison

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  43. Jillian's Bella Rosa Antiques15 November 2009 at 13:29

    Fabulous! I think it is such an artistic looking set to wear... great idea.

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Thanks so much for leaving a message, it is very much appreciated - xo Rachael