supplies needed:{one thrift store cardigan sweater, velvet or recycled soft leather fabric, vintage buttons, needle and thread, scissors}
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grandpa sweater d.i.y. directions:
{begin by cutting two brick-like rectangles out of your velvet or recycled leather materials. then round each edge with scissors, so that you have two identical ovals. try on your sweater, and bend your elbow. this bend should be the center of your elbow patch. pin your velvet or leather patches onto each elbow and hand sew them on. stitching these by hand will ensure that they are comfortable and flexible instead of stiff. next, remove the buttons that came with your sweater and replace each with a vintage button. you can mix or match them if desired. i chose some woven leather buttons i scored off of a men's sportscoat from the 1960's!}
the final product is a perfectly chic grandpa sweater, appropriate to pair with all of your fall favorites! with the ability to dress it up or down, everyone will love it and ask where you got it!! best of luck with your crafting!
xxoo chelsea
