all we did was:
1. wear a close fitting t-shirt that we didn't mind losing forever
2. have a friend put duct tape (in pretty colors preferably) all over the torso, back, and shoulders. We could have gone a little farther over the hips as well.
3. Do a couple of layers until you feel like a bada** knight from medieval times
4. have a friend you really trust (and who has not had too much wine) cut straight up the back all the way up to the neck area.
Then take it off and tape it back together. Stuff with poly fiber, and you now have an exact replica (or close enough) of yourself (kinda creepy) to fit dresses and shirts onto as you are sewing.
Megan said she made a "T" shape out of PVC for added support for hers, and we'll post after pictures as soon as we are done with the last step.
we had a lot of fun figuring this out together - there's just something about trying these projects with friends that makes it much less intimidating!
Next up: holiday goodness abounds! Some of our mafia members will be selling their wares at the Benson Get Gifty gallery tour on Saturday, Nov. 27. It is located in the heart of Omaha at Adventure in Art at 60th and Maple. So get some lovely handmade items for those friends and family for Christmas!
xo,
Ellene
