Duplicating Boutique Overalls

  • January 20, 2023January 31, 2023

I recently purchased the most comfy, unflatterning, baggy pair of overalls from an online boutique and I love them fiercely.  I make 99% of the clothing I wear so this was definitely out of character for me to purchase something like this. With their comfy and rugged aesthetic along with a 30% off discount I had to get them . Plus, I figured it would be a good opportunity for me to work the old brain muscle and take a pattern off of them so I could replicate them over and over. If I took a pattern from them I could make a few pairs for myself and my sisters and not have to pay the crazy boutique prices for another pair. Cuz I was definitely going to want another pair. I could make them in every color of the rainbow if I wanted, and out of what ever fabric I found suitable and not be limited to whatever the boutique had on sale. It was a win, win. Read more “Duplicating Boutique Overalls” →

From Awkward Dress to Comfy Jumpsuit!

  • December 3, 2022December 29, 2022

I found this dress at my local thrift store for $4. It was quite awkward with an off center, curved seam down the front with a horrible drawstring turtleneck design. I love flounce ruffles but the one on this dress was sewn into the side seam which made it not flounce at all.  Blue is my favorite color and this particular color of blue was hard for me to find at the time. I would never wear this dress but I knew I could use the fabric and make something I would wear all the time. Here’s how I refashioned this dress. Read more “From Awkward Dress to Comfy Jumpsuit!” →

DIY Bootcut Velvet Pants

  • October 13, 2022December 29, 2022

You all know I love skirt dresses and jumpsuits. Living in such a hot climate has taught me to reach for the simple, comfortable clothing items for everyday wear. It’s just what I like. On the occasion that the temps take a dip I do like to have a few things that are not just comfortable, but are warm and look good too. So for Fall I decided to pick a pants pattern and make all the different options in different fabrics. That way I would have a perfectly curated fall pants wardrobe. Keep reading to see what pattern I used and learn some tips to make yourself some amazing velvet pants too! Read more “DIY Bootcut Velvet Pants” →

Volunteer Shirt Refashion!

  • October 6, 2022October 28, 2022

Like most parents, I volunteer a lot at my kids’ school. Because of that I have a lot of volunteer t-shirts I’ve had to order through the years. I love t-shirts but I also love when my clothing reflects my personality too. So I came up with an easy way to change my t-shirts so I can love them even more. Here’s what I did…. Read more “Volunteer Shirt Refashion!” →

Petal Sleeve T-Shirt!

  • September 30, 2022October 6, 2022

I’m all for simple things. Give me t-shirts, sweatpants or leggings all the time. My version of dressing up is a t-shirt, sandals and pencil skirt. I can’t help it. It’s what I like. Sometimes I like to add something to make my t-shirts a little more special. A great thing to do is add a petal sleeve. I’m gonna show you how I took this big, comfy t-shirt and made it more feminine with a petal sleeve. Read more “Petal Sleeve T-Shirt!” →

From Bed Sheet to Maxi Dress!

  • September 15, 2022September 30, 2022

A few years ago I found this super comfy grey maxi dress at the thrift store for $3. It immediately became a wardrobe MVP. Since I wear it so much I decided I needed another one. It had to be just as comfy as the grey one though. I searched everywhere for the perfect fabric. Then my friend donated to me a truck load of fabric from her stash. Hidden deep inside one of the many bundles was the softest modal jersey knit top sheet. It wasn’t the right size for any of the beds at my house, but it was perfect for a maxi dress Read more “From Bed Sheet to Maxi Dress!” →

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