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  • 10 reasons all sewers should upcycle & use Paganoonoo instructions to make your sewing simpler!

    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.
  • Paganoonoo Patti - Tunic length for summer in linen & cotton

    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. 
  • Summer Sewing, Upcycled Jean Skirt

    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.
  • Upcycled Patti Blouse Planning Sheet - what colors will you use?

    People new to upcycle sewing often ask which Paganoonoo design I recommend starting with and the answer is the Patti.  It is easy to sew, easy to fit, and is flattering on every figure type.

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  • Paganoonoo Patti - Tunic length for summer in linen & cotton

    By Michelle Paganini

    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. 

  • Summer Sewing, Upcycled Jean Skirt

    By Michelle Paganini

    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.

  • Upcycled Patti Blouse Planning Sheet - what colors will you use?

    By Michelle Paganini

    People new to upcycle sewing often ask which Paganoonoo design I recommend starting with and the answer is the Patti.  It is easy to sew, easy to fit, and is flattering on every figure type.