Playing with an old T-shirt

It's a wet, misty weekend here, and all I want to do is snuggle near the heater. I've also tried to fold the washing that has been draped over the clothes airer for days, trying to dry in this miserable weather! While folding I felt a sudden rush of inspiration to play with this old T-shirt (a $6 cheapie from Big W).

I've had this broderie anglaise style trim. I bought it a while back, thinking it may just come in useful for something fun. I played with the trim and T-shirt for a little bit, thinking of the possibilities.

In a (Laura Ashleyish inspired moment) I decided to stitch it around the arms and neckline. This did look gorgeous - but alas was not for the fuller figured lass like myself. Added way to much bulk to the bust and waist.

Solution???? I went really OTT, flamboyant and dramatic. I may wake up tomorrow and think this looks dreadful....




It does actually look heaps better on. Big stitched bow, and the drapey bits of the bow kinda down-size the bumpy bits.

Still may stitch a pearl or button onto the middle of the bow. Or I may wake up tomorrow and take to it with a seam ripper. :)