M i ni Ma gpie How t o m ak e tro us res g ui de
I make upcycled baby clothes from used jumpers
for my brand Mini Magpie. I am going to share
my technique for making simple trousers!
Although I now do it professionally, it is perfectly
possible with a normal sewing machine.
allergic to some animal furs or wools so check
your favourite baby is safe!
Choose as large a jumper as possible for your
first one. Men’s sizes are best as they are less
fitted.
Check the jumper for holes. Don’t worry too
much about holes on your first one though, best
to use the scruffy jumpers first in case you make
a mistake.
First choose your jumper. Hopefully you have
one or two past their best already waiting to
be re-purposed! Choose one with plenty of
natural fibre content, ideally over 80%. Examples
are wool, alpaca and cashmere. This will ensure You will need thread, scissors and some pins.
the warmth of the finished garment and it will
also be more thermal than synthetic meaning
the change from cold to hot will not overheat
your baby. Please remember some babies are minimagpie.com
1. Fold the jumper over with the sleeves
together.
2. Cut a curved crotch shape from both the
sleeves as shown.
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