Wednesday, 31 July 2013

WOW: Back behind the sewing machine

WOW = WIPs On Wednesdays
 
Well, I’ve been meaning to stitch up a few garments for about 6 months now. I just never seem to find the time, or momentarily forget or get swept up in the excitement of something new, like a BOM or two or three. So I decided to warm up with a little project and finally finishing my stripe sweater which has been waiting for its little makeover.

A few months ago I selected newspaper print cotton and even cut it out. So all I had to do was sew it in. Sounds easy enough?
 
so I sewed in my new collar, and when I finished, I stopped to admire my work
and there it was...can you see it?
 
 
GARBAGE!
 
I knew it was newspaper print, but I didn’t see that writing when I cut it out and I couldn’t have positioned so skilfully if I’d wanted it there. Which I don’t.
 
What do you think? Is it still wearable?
My DD's say 'no way' but I say ' 2 hours work'
 
 

What's Your WOW ?

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36 comments:

  1. Carin31 July 2013 at 07:16

    never seen such fabric, its wonderful and I love what you did with it !!!
    You look great in it.

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  2. Glenda31 July 2013 at 07:29

    Oh I love it, wear it when you are frustrated about something, you are making a statement Not that that you are garbage Oh I laughed and laughed, it is a beautiful picture of you and the shirt, think of the fun wearing it to a retreat or guild. LOL Glenda

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  3. Michele31 July 2013 at 07:51

    I think it's great! Did you also happen to notice..."Garbage...FOR ALL?" :)))Makes me smile!

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  4. Angie in SoCal31 July 2013 at 07:58

    Is that an insert or a dickey? I'd like to see how you did it. I'd wear it -nice job!

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  5. linynp31 July 2013 at 08:51

    Oh Esther - Thank you sooo very much for the belly laugh! I saw it right away and think it's brilliant! Fabulous job BTW!

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  6. Ozjane31 July 2013 at 10:09

    wear it.......it is the person reading it not the person wearing it.
    We all know you are not garbage...hugs

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  7. Jenny31 July 2013 at 10:54

    I love it, you must keep it,
    things like this just happen and live the moment.
    Cheer,s Jenny

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  8. Bunny31 July 2013 at 10:55

    I think it is great, I would wear it. It should be fun for you to watch when people are talking to you and they start reading your shirt. What fun you will have.
    Buny

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  9. Marjorie31 July 2013 at 12:41

    Not being a fan of collars in general, I wouldn't have added it. But just having "garbage" in clear view...I'd wear it all the time to see if anyone notices...or better yet...comments. Reminds me of my "Office Bimbo Barbie" costume one Halloween. Details upon request.

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  10. Jane in Cumbria31 July 2013 at 15:31

    Oh, I love it. It's special. Watch the smile on people's faces when they notice it.

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  11. Helen 31 July 2013 at 16:48

    I love it I would wear it :-)))))

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  12. bobbi31 July 2013 at 17:09

    Priceless, Esther--talk about *happy* accidents!
    Think about what you can say when people mention, "You know, your collar..."! (And then there´ll be someone who pretends *not* to have noticed. :o))
    Definitely something to smile about, you look awesome --more happy sewing and hugs!
    Bobbi in Germany

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  13. Elaine31 July 2013 at 18:39

    Love it! wear it with pride!!
    Are you still waiting for your LE fabrics?

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  14. Anne Marieke31 July 2013 at 18:52

    Definitely wear it!
    Thank you for the grin on my face.

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  15. jjthor31 July 2013 at 19:35

    I think it looks good! If anyone says anything just laugh !

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  16. Joanie's Trendy Quilts31 July 2013 at 19:46

    What a creative way to enhance a top! I would wear it proudly!

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  17. Featheronawire Sally Bramald31 July 2013 at 19:58

    I think it's wonderful! I might not wear it to a wedding or an awards ceremony but alost anywhere else, it would make me smile.

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  18. Celtic Thistle31 July 2013 at 20:33

    I'm with the others, definitely you should wear it and watch the reactions :)

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  19. Eileen31 July 2013 at 22:57

    I like how the back says guaranteed for all on the back and comes around to the garbage.
    I say wear it and have fun with it!

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  20. Kirsten31 July 2013 at 22:59

    Yes, it made me laugh right out loud! My husband came in wondering what I was laughing at. :)). You did a lovely job - wear it and make people smile - IF they even notice!! ;)
    Kirsten

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  21. Linda31 July 2013 at 23:39

    I think it is great, definitely wear it. Did you know that Garbage is the name of a group who sang the theme tune to 'The World is not enough' one of the James Bond films. Linda

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  22. Annemieke1 August 2013 at 00:23

    I don't know if you think it is funny but I really had to laugh out loud here!!I think it is wearable though. The fun part will be to see if people actually read the text and how they will react!!
    Groetjes
    Annemieke

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  23. Jean S1 August 2013 at 01:24

    Isn't that what applique is for?

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  24. HelenMarie1 August 2013 at 01:50

    LOL! That is so funny!

    Can you remove the collar, turn it around and have it be on the underside of the collar where it is less likely to be seen?

    hm in tn

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  25. Karen in Breezy Point1 August 2013 at 04:17

    I think it's a good conversation starter--just be careful where you wear it!

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  26. Marijke1 August 2013 at 04:20

    LOL, it's that you point it out...
    May be a nice pin or button to hide it if it bothers you. I think it's a beautiful black and white combination!
    groetjes van Marijke

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  27. Dora, the Quilter1 August 2013 at 04:34

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  28. Dora, the Quilter1 August 2013 at 04:36

    Actually, I love it (although it's the serendipity that makes it endearing).
    Since I'm headed back to school next week, I'd love to wear it and then just silently tap the word when some kid presents garbage instead of quality work--with a smile, of course! In fact, I can envision a lot of situations where that might work.

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  29. Saskia1 August 2013 at 06:48

    It made me smile! Wear it, with a smile, and if people notice, you have something to laugh about. ;-)

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  30. Wilma1 August 2013 at 07:22

    Yes it is wearable, funny too, I like it.

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  31. Nancy1 August 2013 at 11:42

    It looks fabulous and it would be awful to have to take it out and redo (but I might if I really didn't like it there). I guess it could be a conversation starter. Thanks for hosting WOW.

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  32. Every Stitch1 August 2013 at 18:38

    What a laugh ! It will be a wonderful conversation starter everywhere you go :)
    Hilda

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  33. februarybaby541 August 2013 at 22:41

    I love the collar!! Please don't change it. What a wonderful accident - it's just good fun! Priceless!

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  34. Jane2 August 2013 at 04:23

    Just found your blog via the link party. I linked, but I can tell I'm way out of my league here! Looking forward to spending time exploring your blog.

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  35. Jill2 August 2013 at 12:09

    Love the newspaper fabric, but the word 'garbage' so near to my face would bother me also. I usually make those kind of mistakes.

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  36. SewLindaAnn11 August 2013 at 11:00

    It's so fun, can't worry about silly words!

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