Makin' Tee Shirts

Makin' Tee Shirts
Hellu Pussycats!!!!
Yesterday I was on a mission and made 8 new tees.
I made 4 Mediums and 4 Larges.
I really enjoy making these b/c of the mixing and matching that goes on.

These are mediums laying out in piles of 4.

 
Before I can sew all 3 front pieces together I have to put the binding on the pocket edges.
I am very lucky to have a binding machine or a "collarette" machine.
I don't use it as much as I should. It was VERY expensive but it
can be a real pain in the behind.
When it cooperates it is a dream to sew with.

 




Now I am ready to serge my fronts together and then add the back to
the shoulder seams . 

Some of the sleeves and other parts come from tees that
I am upcycling...



 
Sleeves go in next.
Yes, I pin in my gathers and straight it first before serging.
I have knicked way too many serger knives thinking I can gather on the serger first...I can't.



Serge in sleeves and then side seams.


Add the ribbing and hem and then ...
Voila! Finished Weezi Kanga Tees.



The litle dress forms are too small and don't fit the tees
properly.
There is a Medium and a large in each colour way.
I have to say I am very happy with them.
All in the studio today.
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Have a great Saturday Pusycats!
 Be in touch!! Luv Weezi xo

Snoods...Kazoontight! ( Gesundheit)!

Snoods...Kazoontight! ( Gesundheit)!
A lovely gal wrote to me yesterday and asked if would consider making some snoods.
I thought sure...that sounds like fun and if I had hair I would like to wear one.
As I was puurr-oozing thru the internet today and researching snoods, it occurred to
that I have no idea what that name means or why that name at all.
So, off to Google I went.
Coutersty of Wikipedia

A snood is a type of headgear, historically worn by women over their long hair. In the most common form it resembles a close-fitting hood worn over the back of the head. The band covers the forehead or crown of the head, goes behind the ears and under the nape of the neck. A sack of sorts dangles from this band, covering and containing the fall of long hair gathered at the back of the head. A snood is sometimes made of solid cloth, but sometimes of loosely knitted yarn, or other net-like material.

This tidbit is interesting...
Snoods became popular again in Europe during World War II. At that time, the British government had placed strict rations on the amount of material that could be used in clothing. While headgear was not rationed, snoods were favoured, along with turbans and headscarves, in order to show one's commitment to the war effort.
( Jeeze...I can't IMAGINE living in a period of time when fabric was rationed. I am breaking out in a cold sweat just thinking about it)
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In Scotland and parts of the North of England, a silken ribbon about an inch (2 cm) wide called a snood was worn specifically by unmarried women, as an indicator of their status, until the late 19th or early 20th century.

Snoods came back into fashion in the 1860s, although the term "snood" remained a European name, and Americans called the item simply a "hairnet" until some time after they went out of fashion.
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They come in all shapes and sizes.
There is so much to choose from!

There are vintage snods:

 

Then we have the new ones that are vintage inspired...

This is so nice!

LUV these colours.

This one on  Etsy has lovely little beads.



This one has a nice swirl design ....the red is great too.

When you search snood today you get a
HUGE variety of pieces to choose from.
The modern day snood has evolved into everything from a scarf wrap to
a pull over hood that covers most of your head.





I don't know about you, but I am inspired.
One time I wish I had a lot more hair!
If you have any snood pis or tips you would
like to share
by all means let me know.

Have a great afternoon Pussycats! Stay Warm!!!!
Be in touch, email or comment...  :)
Luv Weezi xo
Upcycled book journals at weezi.com

Shower Caps


Shower Caps
Heeellluu Pussycats!
I was doing a search today for plastic bath tub pillows I didn't find much
but I come across some lovely shower caps.
I hadn't thought much about shower caps
in a long time to be honest.
I have really short hair and my BF has no hair
so it isn't an issue at my house.
However, now that I have seen some of these
I think I might want one.

This little burlesque is is very cute.



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From Australia I found these lovelies
I LUV the red one with polka dots.
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These ones from Spiral and Circle are hilarious
 

Only $9.99 US plus shipping.
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This one is fabulous! Yahoo shopping


 
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ZPM in the Uk has these darling caps...

 



so cute!!!

Gotta jet!
Have a great night Pussycats!!!
Be in touch!! email or comment.
luv Weezi xo



The Last Hurrah...Is Only the Beginning!

The Last Hurrah...Is Only the Beginning!

The Last Hurrah is a vintage seller on Esty
who just happens to be down the road from in Hamilton Ont.
We're neighbours...almost.
She has some great accessories in her collection...


 Luv this hat!





This bull fighter necklace is very cool.

There are some great finds at the Last Hurrah!

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I have some new cupcake aprons on line...
Who doesn't luv a cupcake..really?
Pink Cup Cake Apron found here




Minty Cupcake Apron found here
Or pop into the studio and have a look in person.
Be domestic or just look that way :)

I am here until 6:00 today.

Have a great afternoon Pussycats!
Be in touch...you know, email or comment.
Let me know what you think.
Luv Weezi

The Weezi Studio-Some Pics

The Weezi Studio-Some Pics
Hellu Pussycats!!
I am kind of brain dead today so I thought
 I would put together an easy post.
I took some pics of the studio on the weekend.

Have a look see...


 







That's where it all happens Pussycats!!!
Hope you are more "with it" then I am today...sheesh.


I am closed today. Open tomorrow Tuesday 11:30 until 6:00.
Hope to see you sometime this week!
Be in touch, Luv Weezi xo

Weezi Tees

Weezi Tee Shirts Present & Future
Hellu Pussycats!!!
Today I am mentally fgearing myself up for some serious sewing over the next couple of weeks.
For me, sewing clothing takes a differnt kind of mental focus then making bags or little accessories.
I have to be prepared for the long haul.
It is very repetitive.
I have get into a kind of zone where I have to be ready to spend hours in front of the machine
knowing the end result is 12 or 15 ( hopefully) very cool  finished items.

I am not exactly sure where I am going to start but I will be making some
new tees. Similar versions to these that are on my web site...
 
I luv mixing and matching all the colours and patterns.
It is very "Zen" for me.
I need to come up with a couple new styles of the mix and match tee.
I am thinking 3/4 length sleeves and a new neck line.

If any of you out there in TV land have any suggestions by all means drop me a line.
Send me a link to something you've seen or email your ideas.

That is where I am headed this week Pussycats.
I will keep you posted.
And, remember...be in touch! I want to hear from you!
Luv Weezi xo