Over the last few months, Mel from Bag and a Beret loaned me her farking hat to upcycle old linens into fun things I can wear. First, there were the paper-bag waist pants made from old sheets. Then, there were the Pottery Barn napkin shorts. Now I present the cousin to those shorts–a top upcycled from another set of Pottery Barn napkins!
Funky, Fun, and Totally Farked!
Even when I realized the two back halves were uneven, the farking hat told me to roll with it. And I love the result!
This upcycled top is right up my alley with its whimsical style. The
Now, what else can I find in my storage closet to fark?
Outfit Details
“Monique” sewing pattern from Fabrics-Store.com. It’s free!
Luna trousers made in Portland by Katrina Potestio purchased at Sassafras.
Windowpane socks by LOHO purchased at Sassafras.
Vintage shoes by Paul Green purchased on eBay.
What is Fark?
While there is no such thing as a “farking hat,” there is a lot of farking going on at Mel’s blog and Instagram account where she shares both the definition and fine examples of things she’s farked.
Farking Playlist
Nothing like a Maria Bamford stand-up comedy album to get the creative juices flowing.
Linked up with the
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Love it, “fark.” I fark too. I love the top, the red, the fact that it’s made from napkins. I’m writing also to tell you I’m grateful for you pointing me to patterns on Instagram. That’s been really valuable. 🙂
Yes–you do fark and I love what you did with that farked top and scarf! I know you weren’t thrilled with the shape of it, but I’ve been slightly obsessed with it–the red velvet that is lush and evokes thoughts of royalty and the linen with the connecting red line that feels more grounded and earthy. It’s just lovely. And when I say I have been obsessed–I literally spent an afternoon looking for similar patterns that would allow me to make something similar! But really, your original is meant to stand on its own in all it’s coolness.
Thank you for dropping by, Anita! I’m happy my shares on IG have been helpful!
– Sherry
How fun! That top is adorable!
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Thank you! It was fun to see the napkins transform into something I can wear!
So, so adorable! You keep stretching and growing as a designer, and it’s fun to see. this top is so YOU, and so inspiring to read about. Carry on, fabulous woman! xo
Thank you, Patti! 💕
It’s really lovely to witness someone you love and admire just bloom in a whole new way.
You’re new passion becomes you my friend!!
Thank you, Jude! 💕 Having your great support makes it all the more fun and exciting.
Freaking fun fark!! I love how you kept the uneven hemline – this really makes this a designer piece in my eyes. So cool! Great vision, Sherry. And I always love a good dot. You have a talent for this, no question.
Thank you, Mel! I thought of you so much while I was working on this one. 💕
Looking at you in your upcycled napkin top made me squeal in delight! I was thinking how clever it was that you made those two back halves uneven. Never mind that it wasn’t intentional, I actually think it makes it even quirkier and thus better! xxx
Thank you, Ann! It makes me so happy to know my little sewing experiment delighted all the way to Belgium! 💕
That top is adorable. Now every fancy restaurant you go to you’ll be eyeing up the napkins, wondering what else you could create from them. Ha ha. Love it! – Amy
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Ha ha ha ha! You’re right, Amy! I could have a whole wardrobe made of napkins! Ha ha ha ha!
Gosh you’ve outdone yourself again Sherry! So cute! It’s totally you and I agree 100% that all the little details you “rolled with” really make this a stand out piece. You’ve really got a natural talent for making each piece your own.
Suzanne
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Thank you, Suzanne! I’m all blushy! 💕
OMG….tip to toe cute!
So? You didn’t even use a pattern for your top? WOW! It’s really fun…the random placement of the dots is sooo type one. And the hem looks intentional!
Yep…I’d wear this in a heartbeat, including the shoes, pants and socks. Lock down your closet girl!
Ha ha! Thank you, Sue! Does this mean you’re coming to visit? Ha ha ha!
And thank you for asking about the sewing pattern. It is the free “Monique” pattern from Fabrics-Store.com! I had meant to add that info but forgot. Thanks to your question, I’ve added it to the post!
Hugs,
Sherry
So farking cute!
Ha ha ha ha! Thank you, Rhonda!
Look at you go, girl!! What a creative talent you’ve become.
I love this!!
XOXO
Jodie
Aww! Thanks, Jodie!!
Hugs,
Sherry