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    Fashion Hacks: 5 Reasons Why You Should Learn to Make Your Own Clothes

    I've been really into making my own clothes recently by re-purposing other clothing. It's pretty easy to learn how garments are constructed by inspecting the clothing you already have in your closet! Whether you're looking to save money, for a fun project to do, or to find a way to make your clothes fit you better, there's never been a better time to learn to make your own clothes. Here are 5 great reasons why you should become you're own seamstress! - By Ashley Hackshaw

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      You can recycle clothing
      Have something that doesn't quite fit anymore? It's easy to make a few adjustments and make it into something new. I made this dress below for a photo shoot....completely out of all t-shirts. So basically, it was free. Here's the Pieced Tunic Pattern.
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      Have something that doesn't quite fit anymore? It's easy to make a few adjustments and make it into something new. I made this dress below for a photo shoot....completely out of all t-shirts. So basically, it was free. Here's the Pieced Tunic Pattern.

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