Natalie's NDAD Creation

Natalie is my kind of girl. Let's just discuss for a second...

1. Refashioning is one of her favorite things to do. (Samesies!)
2. One of her first project was making little pillows (Samesies!)
3. Thinking outside the box and crafting something old into something new. (Samesies!)

When I saw her project I just knew we were destined to be refashioning pals. See what she created...

I've been a fan of your blog for a while now, and I've had a love for sewing since my mom taught me to make little pillows with a needle and thread. I've since upgraded to a machine, and refashioning thrift store clothing is one of my favorite hobbies. Is it because I'm cheap? Yes. Is it because I like thinking outside the box and recycling something old into something new? Yes.

I found this lovely denim-ish button down dress at a Goodwill in Festus for $2.25.

My friend's expression explains how we felt about it initially.

Best. Expression. Ever. See what Natalie did to this denim number...

After taking up the straps, taking in the sides, chopping a bunch off the bottom, and adding a little elastic to cinch the waist some more, I ended up with a dress that I wouldn't be embarrassed to wear in public! 

How's about that for a gorgeous new denim jumper???

I think this piece is perfect - what a way to take something outdated and give it new life in a totally current way! It looks like something you'd grab at the store! Natalie, my refashioning BFF, can't wait to see what you craft next!

Remake: White Polyester Peplum Dress Pt. II

Remember this before look?? Polyester, peplum, ink spots...

We crafted it into this lovely top...

...but there was room to style it in more ways!! I decided for the second wear, I'd pair it like this...

Top! Skinny jeans! Heels! Vintage purse!

I love that you get to see the peplum now!!

It's amazing how switching out the bottom option changes the entire look and feel to the outfit!

From one spotty dress to a new top worn in multiple ways. Couldn't be happier with this one!!

What are you making/wearing this weekend??

Copycat: Topshop Sweater

You guys, summer is over and you know what that means... long sleeves are back in action!! It's still pretty warm out, however I'm already in fall/winter planning mode. I saw a fun sweater on Awkward (worn by Molly Tarlov) that was by Topshop and I got the DIY urge to recreate.

The Topshop inspiration piece had a glitzy neckline...

...so I knew this would and could be a fun and easy DIY!

Here are the supplies you'll need:

1. Light Pink T Shirt/Sweater (Alternative Apparel has a fab light pink tee option or Forever 21 has a plethora of budge-friendly pieces that could work!)

2. Rhinestones (I used a mix of 5mm, 6.5mm, and 7mm stones)

3. Rhinestone Settings (I matched the rhinestones to the same size stone settings!)

This project is really just so simple. Once you have your shirt, all you need are your stones and settings to complete it in no time.

Start below the actual collar (right under the seam of the shirt in the photo to match the Topshop inspiration piece) and place your setting in the shirt from underneath. Once the setting is popping through the shirt, add in the stone...

...and then clamp down the claws. You can use a hand press, a pair of jewelry pliers, or even use a thimble - whatever is easiest! Repeat this process until you have rhinestones all along the neckline.

Perfect sock bun pals!

If you'd prefer to just use fabric glue in lieu of the rhinestone settings, go for it! This is perfect for the holidays too, adding a little bit of bling around the necks of jewel tone sweaters? IN!!