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GreenTrunkDesigns

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I’m a textile artist and eco fashion designer. I find great joy in giving old and unwanted materials a new life and purpose.

Please visit my two etsy shops to see all of my one-of-a-kind creations.

craft interests: crochet, embroidery, fashion, restyle, sewing

my etsy page:
http://www.greentrunkdesigns.etsy.com

Member Since: 05/29/2010

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Alabama Channin Inspired Slouch Hat

Nov 18, 2011

I was recently introduced to the design work of Natalie Channin, creator of Alabama Channin. I instantly fell in love with her style, and her “Slow Design” philosophy. After reading...

Heirloom Hat

Jun 7, 2010
4 comments

I wanted to create a hat reminiscent of the 1930’s, charming and a touch extravagant, but still practical. So I crafted this newsboy hat from white and cream vintage doilies, sprinkled it with...

Sunflower Garden Newsboy Hat

May 29, 2010
2 comments

I fashioned this earthy hat from a vintage tablecloth, a McHat pattern, and embellished it with some buttons and my crazy quilting skills. The hat is mostly green, with the exception of the four...

Re: 1950s patterns perfect for today

I LOVE vintage fashion! I am always so happy when the pattern companies bring back old patterns!!!

posted: 1:17 pm on November 18th

Re: Book Giveaway: "1,000 Clever Sewing Shortcuts & Tips"

Using a can of compressed air to clean all the lent out of your sewing machine—soooo helpful!

posted: 9:20 am on January 5th

Re: Weave a Celtic Knot

I LOVE Celtic Knots!!! I have only seen rouleaux tubes used once before...I'm so happy to have this example and directions!

posted: 9:18 am on January 5th

Re: Beautiful Bobbin Lace Hats

Love unique hats!

posted: 10:43 am on November 1st

Re: Help us Choose the Next Cover of Threads Magazine

I like #1

posted: 3:41 pm on July 26th

Re: Braided Belt: The Next Generation

I love this belt! I love the art of knotting. I do wish Macramé would make a come back.

posted: 4:45 pm on July 20th

Re: What's your dream sewing project?

I’m an eco fashion designer, so all of my sewing projects are made from reclaimed fabrics like vintage sheets, curtains, tablecloths, and whatever scraps of fabric I can find at the thrift stores. So all my sewing projects are pretty much determined by what fabrics I find and there is of it. This keeps my sewing interesting, but it can also be very frustrating. Anyway, if I had all the fabric, notions, and skills I could ever need, I would love to make costumes--The fancier the better! I particular want to make a renaissance costume. I’ve got the pattern I want to use….just waiting for the right fabric to come along. :)

posted: 8:26 pm on July 14th

Re: Mini Twist Clutch

Totally Cute!

posted: 7:15 pm on July 14th

Re: Pretty Little Drawstring Bag

Your bag turned lovely. I’m sure the next one will be even better!

posted: 7:13 pm on July 14th

Re: Create a Detachable Flower Embellishment

The silk ribbon flowers are so lovely. The snaps are a great idea!

posted: 12:54 pm on July 13th

Re: On Fitting Sleeves

OH, I need this info bad! Thanks for sharing

posted: 9:01 pm on July 12th

Re: Ribbon Braid

Oh yea bring on the camp memories! Love this technique with ribbon! Great idea!

posted: 5:10 pm on June 1st