Sewing kit with materials and sewing instructions so you can upcycle a lace dress and sew three, small, black luxury lace purses, e.g. make-up purses.
At Önling, we are very committed to producing sustainably and reducing waste. These small purses has seen the light of day, because we had some beautiful lace dress remnants from our clothes sales, and we had the idea to recycle the fabric into beautiful totes and purses. As the beautiful lace is made in a strong cotton quality, it is very suitable for this purpose.
One dress has become 4 bags: A tote bag and 3 small makeup bags. You will be able to clearly see when you receive the kit, that it has previously been a dress, as you will receive the bottom part with the beautiful wavy lace when you buy the kit for the tote bag, and you will receive the top part of the dress, when you buy this kit for the 3 makeup bags.
We think it's a beautiful idea that we can turn leftovers into new products that have their very own justification and value. This is called upcycling in the fashion industry, and it is something we all need to think more about. It may seem like a small gesture, but many small streams make a large river - and we want to help ensure that that river opens up up into a large, clean ocean!
The kit contains:
Black lace fabric from dress, fabric for lining, quilting fleece, 1 zipper 17 cm, 2 zippers 20 cm, sewing instructions.
The pattern is in PDF format. Immediately after payment, you can download your pattern directly from the page with confirmation of purchase. You will also receive an email with a link to download your pattern, just as the pattern will be available on your profile on Oenling.com - so remember to create a profile :)
Measurements:
Purse No. 1:21 x 18 x 5 cm.
Purse No. 2: 18 x 14 x 4 cm.
Purse No. 3: 21 x 15.5 x 5 cm (curved top)
Proper Care and Washing for Your Wool Knits – Make Them Last Longer
Wool garments can last for years, but they need proper care. Washing is one of the main culprits of wear on knitwear. Luckily, wool contains lanolin, which has a self-cleaning effect, so you rarely need to wash your wool knits.
- Lanolin has a self-cleaning effect because it reacts with moisture and salt, helping to neutralize odors like sweat.
- Hang your wool clothes on a chair overnight – they’ll be fresh by morning. You can also hang them outside for a few hours in humid weather.
- Regularly comb your wool knits with a wool comb to remove pilling and fuzziness. This gives your tired knits a "facelift" and prolongs the time between washes.
Machine Washing Wool
While we generally recommend hand washing wool garments to maintain control over temperatures, agitation, etc., if you prefer machine washing, follow these recommendations:
- Only machine wash your wool, if you know your machine well; test its wool program before washing your favorite sweater.
- Ensure that the wool program washes and rinses at the same temperature (max 30°C). Large temperature fluctuations cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent contains enzymes that will gradually eat away at the wool, leading to holes. You might not see the damage immediately, but holes can appear after 15-25 washes.
- Spin your wool at no more than 400 RPM to avoid felting. Alternatively, use the 'rinse hold' option and roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove excess water.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Hand Washing Wool
- Ensure you wash and rinse in water of the same temperature – around 30°C. Large temperature differences cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent will damage the wool over time, eventually leading to holes.
- Gently press your woolen garment in soapy water, avoiding wringing or pulling during washing.
- Roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove as much water as possible.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing Önling No 12 and No 16
- Keep in mind that the yarn hasn't been washed before it was spun onto cones and sent to you.
- For the best results, soak the finished sweater in lukewarm water for at least two hours (longer is fine). This will help the yarn bloom, making it softer and fuller.
- After soaking, wash the sweater as you would wool knits.
Washing No 14
- Önling No 14 should be washed gently at a maximum of 30°C, for example on the wool program in the washing machine.
- It can be spun at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing No 21
- Önling No 21 is colorfast and spun from linen and cotton, which can handle a gentle machine wash (max 30°C).
- Spin your knit at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
3 small make-up bags, upcycled sewing kit
Sewing kit with materials and sewing instructions so you can upcycle a lace dress and sew three, small, black luxury lace purses, e.g. make-up purses.
At Önling, we are very committed to producing sustainably and reducing waste. These small purses has seen the light of day, because we had some beautiful lace dress remnants from our clothes sales, and we had the idea to recycle the fabric into beautiful totes and purses. As the beautiful lace is made in a strong cotton quality, it is very suitable for this purpose.
One dress has become 4 bags: A tote bag and 3 small makeup bags. You will be able to clearly see when you receive the kit, that it has previously been a dress, as you will receive the bottom part with the beautiful wavy lace when you buy the kit for the tote bag, and you will receive the top part of the dress, when you buy this kit for the 3 makeup bags.
We think it's a beautiful idea that we can turn leftovers into new products that have their very own justification and value. This is called upcycling in the fashion industry, and it is something we all need to think more about. It may seem like a small gesture, but many small streams make a large river - and we want to help ensure that that river opens up up into a large, clean ocean!
The kit contains:
Black lace fabric from dress, fabric for lining, quilting fleece, 1 zipper 17 cm, 2 zippers 20 cm, sewing instructions.
The pattern is in PDF format. Immediately after payment, you can download your pattern directly from the page with confirmation of purchase. You will also receive an email with a link to download your pattern, just as the pattern will be available on your profile on Oenling.com - so remember to create a profile :)
Measurements:
Purse No. 1:21 x 18 x 5 cm.
Purse No. 2: 18 x 14 x 4 cm.
Purse No. 3: 21 x 15.5 x 5 cm (curved top)
Proper Care and Washing for Your Wool Knits – Make Them Last Longer
Wool garments can last for years, but they need proper care. Washing is one of the main culprits of wear on knitwear. Luckily, wool contains lanolin, which has a self-cleaning effect, so you rarely need to wash your wool knits.
- Lanolin has a self-cleaning effect because it reacts with moisture and salt, helping to neutralize odors like sweat.
- Hang your wool clothes on a chair overnight – they’ll be fresh by morning. You can also hang them outside for a few hours in humid weather.
- Regularly comb your wool knits with a wool comb to remove pilling and fuzziness. This gives your tired knits a "facelift" and prolongs the time between washes.
Machine Washing Wool
While we generally recommend hand washing wool garments to maintain control over temperatures, agitation, etc., if you prefer machine washing, follow these recommendations:
- Only machine wash your wool, if you know your machine well; test its wool program before washing your favorite sweater.
- Ensure that the wool program washes and rinses at the same temperature (max 30°C). Large temperature fluctuations cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent contains enzymes that will gradually eat away at the wool, leading to holes. You might not see the damage immediately, but holes can appear after 15-25 washes.
- Spin your wool at no more than 400 RPM to avoid felting. Alternatively, use the 'rinse hold' option and roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove excess water.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Hand Washing Wool
- Ensure you wash and rinse in water of the same temperature – around 30°C. Large temperature differences cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent will damage the wool over time, eventually leading to holes.
- Gently press your woolen garment in soapy water, avoiding wringing or pulling during washing.
- Roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove as much water as possible.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing Önling No 12 and No 16
- Keep in mind that the yarn hasn't been washed before it was spun onto cones and sent to you.
- For the best results, soak the finished sweater in lukewarm water for at least two hours (longer is fine). This will help the yarn bloom, making it softer and fuller.
- After soaking, wash the sweater as you would wool knits.
Washing No 14
- Önling No 14 should be washed gently at a maximum of 30°C, for example on the wool program in the washing machine.
- It can be spun at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing No 21
- Önling No 21 is colorfast and spun from linen and cotton, which can handle a gentle machine wash (max 30°C).
- Spin your knit at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
