<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[SecondsToSew]]></title><description><![CDATA[Making clothing, bags and accessories from reclaimed materials.]]></description><link>https://www.secondstosew.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.secondstosew.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Upcycle a Vintage Denim Jean Jacket]]></title><description><![CDATA[I discovered a jean jacket at a nearby thrift shop and immediately knew I wanted to transform it into something unique. I began by attaching a vintage crochet bureau scarf to the back, right in the center panel. It was incredible that the crochet piece was the perfect size for that panel. Later, I discovered a piece of linen with cross stitch, though I wasn't certain of its original purpose—perhaps it was a placemat. It featured cross stitch patterns on all four sides, shaped like triangles....]]></description><link>https://www.secondstosew.com/post/upcycle-a-vintage-denim-jean-jacket</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6bb61c7882b714f0d83b14</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:13:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b37abe_bf0726ddca5e46758dfc3c0bf7ca70ff~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jane LeBlanc</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[One-of-a-kind Hand-Embroidered Women's Top]]></title><description><![CDATA[One-of-a-kind Hand-Embroidered Cotton Button-down Women's Top It took a bit of time to create this unique women's top, as I wanted to ensure that every detail was thoughtfully considered and executed. I started with a secondhand button-down shirt, which I carefully selected for its potential and quality. After assessing its fabric and overall condition, I decided to crop it to give it a more contemporary and stylish silhouette. To enhance the design further, I added a lightweight flounce made...]]></description><link>https://www.secondstosew.com/post/one-of-a-kind-hand-embroidered-women-s-top</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a60ffd63775830b10c7be52</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:55:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b37abe_1cb4eb7b06a44f3eb68c81a9dff3faa2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jane LeBlanc</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>