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Pencil Skirt Tutorial Preview | Red-Handled Scissors

Pencil Skirt Tutorial Preview

Sorry for the radio silence! I’m working on another pillowcase upcycling tutorial—this time for a high-waisted pencil skirt. Here’s a sneak peek at the pieces that are ready for assembly. (I must say, what I’ve got so far looks mighty office-appropriate!)

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Epic Tutorial Fail | Red-Handled Scissors

Epic Tutorial Fail

Thick band? Not flattering. I’m on an upcycling kick, so I thought it would be fun to put together a super-simple pillowcase skirt tutorial. It wasn’t going to be anything fancy, just a quick warm-weather project for those of you who want something a little less involved than, say, a full pillowcase dress. So, I …

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Tutorial: Pillowcase Sundress: Part 2 | Red-Handled Scissors

Tutorial: Pillowcase Sundress: Part 2

Welcome to part 2 of the Pillowcase Sundress Tutorial! Yesterday, we laid the foundation for a unique upcycled dress. Today, we’ll finish the project, giving the dress some shape and personality. Just getting started? Check out Pillowcase Sundress Tutorial: Part 1. Start with dress inside out and completely unfolded. 8. Measure elastic band to fit …

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Tutorial: Pillowcase Sundress: Part 1 | Red-Handled Scissors

Tutorial: Pillowcase Sundress: Part 1

Celebrate Earth Day by upcycling 2 pillowcases into a cute, simple sundress! Supplies:* 2 pillowcases with fun patterns (They don’t have to match, but they should be the same size.)* 30-40″ of ¼” braided elastic band, white or black to match the pillowcase fabric (Will be cut down to waist size.)* 2 ½ yards of …

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