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Soonjoo

Over 15 years of fashion design experience, I have worked as a lead designer for major brand name retailers such as Stitch Fix, Urban Outfitters, Nordstrom, and Dillards. Now, I am the founder of the website Fashion Wanderer where I share how to make current fashion trends using sewing patterns, refashion old clothes, upcycled thrift clothing and made from scratch techniques.

Ruffle Shoulder Mini Dress From Men’s Dress Shirt

Looking for a cute and easy summer dress idea that you can sew at home? Here is a trendy ruffle shoulder gingham mini dress that is an easy men’s dress shirt upcycle idea for a quick transformation!  From ruffles to smocking and tiered maxi silhouettes, there are many dress from men’s shirt projects for you …

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What do I need to start sewing?

I always look for easy ways to transform old clothes into new trendy clothes. Refashion and upcycled clothing satisfies my goals and gives me a creative outlet to personalize my classic wardrobe pieces. When building a basic sewing kit, I recommend purchasing professional grade pieces over poorly constructed items. The durable quality materials are long-lasting …

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How To Take Body Measurements For Clothing

This measurement guide helps you learn how to take body measurements for clothing. As a result, you can accurately convert all of the upcycled clothing tutorials into measurements that fit you properly.  When making new clothing from old clothes or fabric scraps, it’s important to know how to measure yourself the right way. Understand all …

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Bow-Detail Mini Shift Dress From Men’s Dress Shirt

Let’s convert a men’s dress shirt into a cute bow-detail mini dress for an adorable look. Mini tie bows around the sleeve and tiered drop waist ruffle is all you need to execute this Fendi inspired dress silhouette.  The cotton material is a perfect because it doesn’t require a lining when making a dress. Men’s …

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Puff Sleeve Blouse From Men’s Dress Shirt

Let’s learn how to make a puff sleeve blouse from men’s dress shirt. The folded sleeve detail creates elegant volume and the button closure on the backside adds a classic touch.  Whether you pick a pin-stripe pattern or solid men’s dress shirt, every blouse will look pretty and personalized. For more fun inspirations, sift through …

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