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PROJECT 4

PATCHWORK PANTS

WHAT YOU NEED

Pants

Fabric or scraps to create a patchwork design

Fabric shears

Paper scissors

Seam ripper

Pins or clips

Grid ruler

Marking tool

Pencil

Kraft paper

Sewing machine or hand-sewing supplies

Optional: Serger or overlock machine

Estimated time: 2 to 6 hours

Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced, depending on your design

Patchwork is one of the most popular methods to use when upcycling a garment, offering endless fabric combinations and patchwork designs to choose from! It’s a great way to upcycle any fabric scraps from previous projects that you have laying around, too. Experiment with shapes, textures, ...

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