Handmade Fashion

Posted by Helia on Nov 4, 2011 in Fashion | 2 comments

As autumn drifts in and it begins to get colder, it’s that time of year again – the time to pull out your old sweaters and hoodies, realise that they are full of holes, and realise that you desperately need some new ones. Need some inspiration? Here are some amazing, made with love, screen-printed items that will fit right into your wardrobe…

Military Green Sweatshirt with Soft Eco Fleece Pink Geometric Lace (by seal maiden)

So cute and soooo soft – this sweatshirt is perfect! It’s a women’s regular-fit eco-fleece long-sleeve sweatshirt, with off-the-shoulder neckline and front kangaroo pockets, and a 2×1 rib set in cuffs and bottom band. The neck and pocket edges have a raw hem finish for a super-cool retro appeal. Style and comfort – it is possible to have both!

Screen-Printed Grey Sweater Dress – Oversized Fit (by cristiniapires)

This oversized fitted, screen-print sweater dress, is handmade & screen-printed; with black & white arrow screen-print on light/medium grey, 100% cotton, knit material. Side pockets are an optional and the length of hem & sleeves are as you like. It’s a casual everyday dress, which can be dressed up with a statement necklace – perfect for this season.

Hand-Stencilled Deep Scoop Neck Heather Sweatshirt in Ash Grey Multi Rainbow (by twostringjane)

This is the perfect everyday sweatshirt that can be dressed up or down for any occasion. The stencilling is hand-printed with triangle bunting banners in blue, pink, yellow, white, green, orange and purple. The sweatshirt is also very eco-friendly, and is entirely made of organic and recycled fibres.

BEES Tri-Blend Coffee Hoody – Unisex (Zen Threads)

Here is a Zen Threads custom made, unisex hoody; screen-printed by hand in eco-friendly ink. This is a classic zip-up style Tri-Blend Terry Hoody in Coffee Cotton/Poly/Rayon blend; it’s ultra-soft, with a heathered look, made in Tri-Blend Terry (50% Polyester /42% Cotton / 8% Rayon) construction. Nice and warm for those cold winter days!

One That Got Away – Alternative Apparel Heather/Oatmeal Pullover with Birdcage Screen-print (by blackbirdtees)

A feminine, cosy, and eco-friendly pullover features a hand-illustrated birdcage print in jet black; printed with water based ink. Delicately hand-inked on the back is a tiny sparrow, which is a cute detail. The pullover has a slouchy fit & appearance, and is meant to loosely drape over the body.

DAY Of The DEAD 2 Lightweight Tri-Blend Pullover (by ZenThreads)

This Zen Threads piece is custom screen-printed by hand in eco-friendly ink. The material is a soft Tri-Blend, which is extremely warm. It is loose-fitting on top, slightly snug around waist and features Raglan sleeves. Probably one of the most comfortable pullover’s you’ll ever own!

Cream Owl Sweatshirt Eco Fleece with Gold Owl Print (by sealmaiden)

This Cream Owl Sweatshirt ism one of my favourites for this fall. It has a regular fit and sits off the shoulder well, which is perfect at this time of year. Made from eco-fleece materials; the long-sleeve sweatshirt is lightweight yet warm and has front kangaroo pockets for you to warm your hands in.

Screen-Printed Sweatshirt with Embellishments (by rowanjoy)

A limited edition screen-printed ladies sweatshirt. This is a fun and super-comfy top with a wide, raw-edge neckline that can be worn asymmetrically off the shoulder. The relaxed shape and hand-printed art deco bird design work well with skinny jeans. This particular sweatshirt is Mauve but it comes in many different colours. It is detailed with pale pink/blue print with tulle rosette detailing on the neckline.

Parrot Screen Print Cardigan/Sweater (by eclecticshop)

This is a lovely V-neck cardigan in a rich, juicy red colour. It is screen-printed by hand with an in trend design of flying parrot silhouettes. It has long fold-up sleeves and buttons up, with a selection of miss-matched black buttons with gold trim. It is made of 40% viscose and 60% cotton material, all natural, soft and kind to your skin.