The #GWERKCLOTHES series

In 2019, I had a sudden change in living situation and needed work-appropriate clothes urgently. But I was too stingy to buy new ones, so I decided to refashion my mum's unwanted clothes. With that, the #Gwerkclothes series was born.Now that I have completed my 3rd and final version of refashioning for this series, it's time for a recap and a reveal of the grand finale!

VERSION 1

My mum is about 2 dress sizes bigger than me so the first time I worked on the clothes. For this version, all I did was altering the clothes to make them fit my petite frame better.

VERSION 2

After wearing them consistently for several months, I got sick of their shapeless silhouette and decided that it was time for a change again. This time round, I experimented with creating more fit using elastics. The new look worked well for me for another cycle of several months. And then, I found another job position and decided to start anew!These refashioned tops were no longer relevant when I quit the job I started this #Gwerkclothes series for. The navy striped blouse was used to make a muslin for a sewing project in the end while the polka dot top laid low in my wardrobe for a whileMind you, these mass-produced high street pieces weren't made to last. By the end of the peak of version 2, the fabrics were starting to pile badly with the constant washing. But I still hung on to the polka dot piece because I knew I would get an itching to create something from it again someday.

VERSION 3

After transitioning into my new position, I decided that it was time for me to work on the polka dot top again. Considering the damage that had occurred to the fabric, I decided that making small accessories that would go with my current work capsule wardrobe would be the best choice.And so, I made a scarf/belt AND flower brooch with the fabric! Wearing accessories is such a great way to change up an outfit. Here's 6 different looks that I created with the same white dress and these 2 refashioned accessories:With these photos, I proudly conclude the short but interesting #Gwerkclothes series. If you're interested in seeing how I transformed the top into these 2 accessories, hop over to my Instagram to watch the tutorial via my IGTV channel (via @gwenstella.made).Stay safe and wash your hands, everyone! x