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From Goodwill Rock the Runway to Responsible Refashioning

May 8, 2014 By Danielle Hatfield Leave a Comment

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See this dress and Nhi Tran's full winning 2014 collection here.

See this dress and Nhi Tran’s full winning Goodwill Rock the Runway 2014 collection here.

I was recently reading this post : Nasa-funded study: industrial civilisation headed for ‘irreversible collapse’? and the follow up: Did Nasa fund ‘civilisation collapse’ study, or not? on how our civilization, regardless of what nationality you are is on the verge of collapse. Sensationalist? Maybe, maybe not. What does this have to do with Goodwill Rock the Runway? Well . . .

Really radical responsible living habits is what helped my father and his family survive the Great Depression. These responsible living habits, thankfully, have stuck with me. You see, my whole life I have been taught not to waste, to grow my food or buy from local farmers when possible, to mend my clothes, to make and share handmade gifts and to donate to Goodwill [Donation Locations] rather than put reusable items to the curb.

So grateful to have met local bloggers [L to R Demetrice Smith, Jen Van Eerden Schmidt, Me, Jennifer Alsina Busfield] It made #GoodwillRTR 2014 SO much fun!

So grateful to have met local bloggers [L to R Demetrice Smith, Jen Van Eerden Schmidt, Me, Jennifer Alsina Busfield] It made #GoodwillRTR 2014 SO much fun!

Since the financial catastrophe of 2008, [Read:  The origins of the financial crisis – The Economist] that brought on the worst recession in 80 years, many habits have changed . . . and if you ask me, it’s for the better. Local farmers markets are more plentiful, “buy local” movements have continue to save many small business owners from closing their doors and more people are donating to and shopping at Goodwill.

My husband can attest that Goodwill continues to be a favorite haunt of mine. Books and furniture rescue continue to be my main weakness – but thanks to Triad Goodwill Rock the Runway 2014 I am dusting off my sewing machine and now looking at the clothing and fabric in a different way. (Thanks Laura Schaefer for the opportunity to attend – mad props to you and your team on such a great job!)

2014 Goodwill Rock the Runway winner Nhi Tran really won me over with this dress made with ties. Seriously. Isn’t that fantastic?! I will never be able to walk by the tie rack and not think of her creativity and ability to see the potential in something that most folks overlook.

I am still SO inspired! Inspired enough to have made this skirt.

pinstripe-skirt-danielle-hatfieldNow, I haven’t sewn anything from scratch but curtains and upholstery for my DIY projects in years and I felt that I couldn’t really speak on Rock The Runway until I took responsible refashioning to heart and made something myself.

Earlier this year we lost power thanks to an ice storm. During that time I took fabric a family member gifted as well as a sheer curtain and sheet to make this skirt (see above). It was all hand sewn and I have never been prouder.

Whether you sew your own, modify or wear as is – Triad Goodwill Rock the Runway showed me the beauty in responsible refashioning. I have since bought 3 patterns and happily plan on sewing my summer away.

If you are a refashionista I encourage you to submit your application to the 2015 #GoodwillRTR. Application Deadline is, 11:59 pm on Friday, May 30, 2014.

RT @TriadGoodwill: Calling all fashion designers! Apply now for our 2015 #GoodwillRTR! http://t.co/WlNIQCxAZc http://t.co/Ndc4BotMrc

— danielle hatfield (@dhatfield) May 3, 2014

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Owner/Chief Dirt Digger at Experience Farm - DIYs, recipes and sharing my 2 cents on social media

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I’ve cut and counted 429 4” fabric squares fro I’ve cut and counted 429 4” fabric squares from  #scrapfabric we bought a few years ago.

Fabric for my #handsewn projects is among my favorite #thriftstorefinds. ❤️

These squares will eventually become a snuggly #quilt for our single occupancy media room that was once a walk-in closet. 

It’s helpful having a small room to relax in and read or watch TV. This colorful fabric will be a warm reminder of the fun treasures @thebrandonpierce and I find when we go #thrifting. 

If #CottageLife has taught me anything, it’s to look at every square foot of space in a new way and I love how we are embracing #smallspaceliving. 

This #handsewing project may take a while - my goal is to have it finished by the fall so I can settle in with my knitting, a good movie or documentary and hot cup of coffee. 

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#handsewing #handsew #cottagestyle #quiltingismytherapy #sewersgonnasew #sewingismytherapy #sewingproject #handsewnwithlove #thriftedhome #thriftstorefinds
A thoughtful gift from a former neighbor in Greenb A thoughtful gift from a former neighbor in Greenboro! 

She knows I love DIYs and shared a box full of @bertie_county_peanuts bags. 

I look forward to using these in a future DIY that will remind me of our sweet friendship. 🥜❤️

So far my top DIY contenders are: 

- stitch bags together and use them to reupholster a bench and other #burlapdecor 

- use bags as #upcycled shelf liner in our open kitchen cabinets 

- stitch #burlapbags together and make a couple of bolster pillows

🤔 What else could I make with a #burlapbag? Any suggestions are appreciated!
Inspired to paint today thanks to a photo by the i Inspired to paint today thanks to a photo by the incredibly talented Chef @wishartchris of @OldNorthStateWinery in #DowntownMountAiry. 

My #WatercolorPractice of this #DeliciousDessert is from his #ChefsTable and is ~ Grand Marnier-Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse with  Strawberry Soup and Vanilla Tuile. 

This #WatercolorPainting is still a #WorkInProgress and I couldn’t think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. (Thank you for sharing your amazing creations Chris!) 

If you plan to #VisitNC be sure to put #OldNorthStateWinery on the top of your ‘must eat’ list. You won’t be disappointed.
The #hyacinth I transplanted last fall are bloomin The #hyacinth I transplanted last fall are blooming! 😍

It’s been slow going but our little #cottagegarden is coming together and I couldn’t be happier. ❤️

Today I’m looking around the old bee yard for more white #hyacinths to transplant before the rain sets in and our new bees arrive.

Each time I see these flowers I chuckle at the thought of #HyacinthBucket of #KeepingUpAppearances answering the phone... 😂 

“Helloooo the Bouquet residence, Lady of the house speaking.”
Excited to finish this piece thanks to my new @gel Excited to finish this piece thanks to my new @gellyrollph pens @thebrandonpierce ordered for me! 🙌🏻 

What began as a #watercolorpractice is now  officially #mixedmediaart.

This is a study inspired by an illustration by American illustrator #JamesMontgomeryFlagg (June 18, 1877 – May 27, 1960) better known for his ‘I Want You’ Uncle Sam recruitment illustration. 

This is still a #workinprogress and I’m glad I waited for my #gellyrollpens to arrive! They allow me to bring detail to my #watercolorpainting and I’m already making my wishlist of colors I don’t yet have. 

Every time I see this hanging in our kitchen it makes me want to throw on one of my vintage aprons and bake an apple pie. 🥧

I am constantly inspired by artists who came before me. Studying their work helps me to better learn techniques like shading, consistent color mixing and most importantly knowing when to stop. ❤️

#watercolorpainting #dailyart #artstagram #inthekitchen #vintagekitchen 
#ilovegellyrollph #diyart #inspiredby #americanillustrator #mixedmediaart #gelpenart  #watercolorart #watercolorartist #practicemakesprogress #vintageillustration #vintageillustrations
My pockets aren’t deep enough for my disappointm My pockets aren’t deep enough for my disappointment in my new @Dickies. 

When you buy a pair of bibs you *expect* to have pockets that can fit your whole hand. 

My most recent #handsewing project was adding REAL pockets to my Dickies. 

Thankfully my #fabricstash offered up enough to turn my 4” deep pockets to nearly 9” pockets that are actually functional. 🙌🏻

It’s no secret that #womenspockets are a joke.  Is it too much to ask for #pocketequality? 

#alterations #ithaspockets #pocketsewing #handsewn #womenspocketsareuseless #handsew #sewingismytherapy #dickies #womenspocketssuck #pocketsize
A #watercolor in progress inspired by a photo by @ A #watercolor in progress inspired by a photo by @bfullerfoto. 

I researched and found a mint 1959 #Dodge Custom Royal Lancer  hard top for color reference. 

It’s been fun working on this #watercolorpractice - I’m learning more and more about shadows and layering color.  The metal and reflective surfaces are challenging but worth the work. 

I love #classiccars and this is a #watercolorpainting I’m excited to finish. 

Thanks @bfullerfoto for the inspiration! Love your photos.
The #PatchWork #OvenMitts are finished! 🤓 I’ The #PatchWork #OvenMitts are finished! 🤓

I’m so happy that I was able to repurpose @thebrandonpierce Grandmother’s mitts with some of my #FabricStash. ❤️

#handsewnwithlove #handsewn #handsewing #patchworklovers #patchworkdesign #cottagelife #cottagekitchen #sewmuchlove #sewingismytherapy
🧵 My next #handsewn #sewingproject will be reju 🧵 My next #handsewn #sewingproject will be rejuvenating @thebrandonpierce grandmother’s #ovenmitts with a #patchworkquilt look using my #fabricstash. 

I love that they were passed down to us and can’t wait to have them hanging in our #cottagekitchen! 

I’ve never tried #handsewing patchwork on oven mitts before but I have a feeling this #sewingchallenge will be worth it. 🤓

Each time I use them I’ll remember all of the home cooked meals that they helped feed generations of Brandon’s family. ❤️

Sure we could buy new mitts - but I’d rather have these and enjoy the quiet hours spent sewing them remembering a remarkable woman. 

 #sewingismytherapy  #sewinglove #sewmuchlove #handsewnwithlove #handsew #amsewing #sewersgonnasew #sewingfun
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