Sweater Vest Refashion Tutorial
November 23, 2009 9:48 amThis one is too easy. Seriously.
I love the sweater vest look.
We’re going to make this one! (Isn’t it cuter, if I do say so myself?)
I got this sweater at my thrift store for $1.50.
We need to cut the sleeves off. I cut them right inbetween the seam where they are attached. That way it won’t unravel.
I love the sweater vest look.
We’re going to make this one! (Isn’t it cuter, if I do say so myself?)
I got this sweater at my thrift store for $1.50.
We need to cut the sleeves off. I cut them right inbetween the seam where they are attached. That way it won’t unravel.
Cut both of them off. I didn’t need to finish the edges on mine, but if you do there are a couple ways you can do it. ONE: Fold the seam under and stitch it with your machine. TWO: Find some cool bias tape and attach that. You can even hand stitch it with embroidery thread for a very Free People look!
Cut the sleeves open.
After cutting them open cut the sleeves in half.
Trim them so they are equal width.
Sew them together. Depending on your waist size, you may need three or four strips.
Here is the finished product.
I love how the shoulders flare a bit. 
I hope everyone has a wonderful week!
Tags: refashion, sweater, vest, wool
Posted in refashions, women's clothing | 23 Comments »
By Meg on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
It turned out super cute! I love it!
By Happy Together on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
Super cute!
By Laurie Anne on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
Simple and Sweet!
By kaylin rose and mara anne on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
super cute…i will have to look for some good sweaters next time i am at the goodwill!
By michelle@somedaycrafts on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
So freaking cute! I LOVE it!!!
By Sarah on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
I am new to your blog (about a month now) and I am absolutely in love! I've only been sewing for a year now and have only done things for my girls (three like you). Finding all these fun refabs for adults…I feel like the heavens open with a AHHH, and I think, now that is a fabulous idea.
By Disney on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
Oh that's SO cute!! And-again-the boots!!!!
By Ori on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
Hi there, I just found your blog via the posting on craftzine and I am so happy to have discovered it. I am an art student at UCSC so maybe one day we'll run into each other at the thrift store
Anyway, thank you for all of the great tutorials, I will definitely be putting them to use. Have a great day.
By Q and Rachel on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
I'm totally going to make one now~ thanks! it looks super cute on you.
By Lori on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
That's awesome! I love it! I especially love when your refashioned things are modeled so we can se what they look like on a person. Thanks for a great tutorial! Off to the thrift store…
By kate on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
That is so cute!
I just have to tell you, that yesterday I decided to try a "re-fashion" like the "capelet/wrap" you posted awhile back. I was so proud of the way it turned out and thought it was very cute. Then, I made the mistake of asking my 9yo daughter and my husband, both of whom said a variation of "Ew! That's WEIRD!" and "That looks like something a homeless person would wear." I know! LAST time I ask their opinions!!! Hhhmmpphh.
By Alex. on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
oh, looks loverly.
By ERIC, JANA, MADDIE on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
love love love love IT! You are super talented!
By Sanity Keeper on Nov 23, 2009 | Reply
Love it! I am putting this one in my MUST DO pile!
By Deanna on Nov 24, 2009 | Reply
I love this sweater! And those boots look so good with it. Perfect color for fall.
By Stephanie on Nov 24, 2009 | Reply
I love how this sweater vest turned out!!! I was just mourning a cable knit sweater that seemed destined for charity, but it looks like I'll be able to keep it after all =)
By Heather on Nov 24, 2009 | Reply
I'm not so big on sleeveless myself (I have broad shoulders, and feel it makes me look very bulky!) but my 13 year old saw it and likes it! I foresee a Christmas present in her future
BTW- I've nominated your blog for a Kreativ Blogger award! Visit my blog for instructions on what to do!
Heather
My Frugal Family
theherberfamily.blogspot.com
By Eli on Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
<3 this one!!!
By casserole on Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
So cool!! Adding cardigans to my "must thrift" list…
I posted a link to your tutorial on Craft Gossip Sewing:
http://sewing.craftgossip.com/tutorial-easy-belted-sweater-vest-refashion/2009/11/25/
–Anne
By Sarah on Dec 13, 2009 | Reply
Cute! I have the perfect sweater for this
By Sarah on Dec 28, 2009 | Reply
I just LOVE your refashions! I used this and several of your other ideas and posted my refashions on my blog: http://sunshinemamasite.blogspot.com/2009/12/2-new-sweater-refashions.html
Thanks!
By TheGammonFamily on Jan 2, 2010 | Reply
I've always loved this look, but could never afford it! Now I can thanks to your wonderful blog! Thank you!
By Jenny on Sep 17, 2011 | Reply
That is incredibly clever; especially your take on how to avoid unraveling. Awesome job!