In upcycle sewing, pre-owned clothing is used for raw materials rather than flat fold fabric. The fashion industry is the 2nd largest polluting industry on the planet! By re-using existing clothing, rather than throwing it away, we meet that goal of best using existing resources.
There is something wonderful about the feel of linen; a bit crisp and soft all at the same time, especially when using a worn-in 2nd hand garment. When I ran across this robin's egg blue button-down I knew it would be perfect for a summer version of the upcycled Patti blouse.
I had a desire to make something shorts-like (and fit for public viewing) for the hot summer here in the SF Bay Area. I'm not that fond of shorts or trying to fit pants, so I thought a skirt might be easier and more comfortable.
