Dress Form

So I got a dress form [finally] for Christmas this year! And I'm finally posting some pictures of the first shirt that I made using the form. It was SO MUCH easier to piece my designs together on the form rather than using myself as a form. I usually would try the shirt on 15 times in order to make it just right, but having the form has made everything easier! Enjoy.

DIY Inspiration

Ankle Boots Transformed

 

So I had these very inexpensive booties that I've had for a few years and never really wore because the boot hit my calf at an awkward spot! They weren't tall enough to be mid-calf or short enough to be considered an ankle boot. Click here and here for inspiration on the look I'm going for with these! Also here. I've been dying for a pair of unique boots that I can wear with shorts or dresses or skirts, pretty much anything really!

The process was simple. These were not leather boots so I just used a pair of scissors to cut them to the proper height. Then I sewed this awesome mixed-fabric twine from Anthropologie to the top of the boot, rolling it over slightly so that that cut edge is hidden. Then using a glue gun and thread I applied the twine down the back mid section of the boot. I'll snap a picture of me wearing them tomorrow!

DIY- Satin Mini Skirt to Envelope Clutch

So I had this lovely (not) satin mustard mini skirt that I bought for a Halloween costume several years ago. I've held onto figuring that I'd use the fabric for something useful in the future. And lo and behold! That moment has arrived. This was a very simple project that I finished in a few hours and anyone can do it who has any level of sewing skills!

Inspiration: 

 

Celine- Spring 2012 Envelope Clutch

 Anthropologie Fall 2011

And here is my process and result:

All in all I love the result! I will get a picture of me carrying it soon!