I was a part of the Refashionista series with I am momma, hear me roar blog(check it out here), and this is the project I submitted. I went to the thrift store twice and went to a bunch of stores, hoping to find something I can refashion but had no luck! Discouraged, I went through my "I need to work on this...some day" file, and decided to go along with this dress I picked up this past Spring.
I purchased this dress at a thrift store for $4. At first glance I cringed a bit, but saw the potential with the beautiful neon green/yellow color and the polka dot fabric, so I brought it home with a goal to make it not cringe-worthy.
INSTRUCTIONS:
*not pictured, but cut the bottom length of the dress as well and hem the bottom.
and you're done!
AFTER:
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dress: thrift(DIY'ed) | colorblock t-strap heels: oasap
Estimated time: 2.5 hours
Budget: $4
Skill level: intermediate to advanced
This is gorgeous! I'd buy this in store ;) You've inspired me to learn to sew.
ReplyDeleteThis is really very creative!! and skillful!
ReplyDeleteYou are very talented!
love it!! really cute!i enjoy sewing! im in the process of making all my guys pajama bottoms for christmas!
ReplyDeleteAn amazing transformation! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThis came out so cute. You did a beautiful job.
ReplyDeleteDebi
Wow. This is such an improvement. From lazy housewife to designer.
ReplyDeletewow, it looks awesome. I love the vintage feel that it has! I would be honored if you shared this at my Ginger Jamboree Link Party!
ReplyDeleteAmazing work! You have really great sewing skills... I love the origami idea!!
ReplyDeleteRegards,
lici
Wow! It is a phenomenal idea. You have great skills on stretching and I really appreciate it. I don’t know whether I can do it perfectly as you, but I’m going to try this.
ReplyDeleteI don't do it perfectly either, it takes me a few tries to get it just right. :) Best luck with yours!
DeleteHow creative! You did a fantastic job remaking that one!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up to Take-A-Look Tuesday over at Sugar Bee Crafts - you were featured today!
ReplyDelete-Mandy, www.SugarBeeCrafts.com
That is gorgeous! I absolutely love your blog and am excited to follow it.
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet, thank you! It means a lot to me!
DeleteWhat a gorgeous makeover! I love it! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
ReplyDeletethis is an amazing transformation!!! well done!
ReplyDeleteWell, you wouldn't think this is the same dress, what a transformation. Brilliant.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning, you've done an amazing job!
ReplyDeleteLooks amazing afterwards,thanks for sharing with us at Creative Mondays :)
ReplyDeletewow! You are a genius! That is so so lovely. I found your blog via "Creative Mondays Share Your Pose Blog Hop" and I am now following you. I'd love you to check out my blog sometime. xxx Rose from Milkymoles Makeup & Plus Size Musings
ReplyDeleteI'm off to check out your blog now, thanks for your comment!
DeleteAbsolutely Adorable!! I love the extra touches you put on the dress!
ReplyDeleteHoly crapper that's awesome! Nice transformation!!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I hope you guys are doing well, it's been forever! :)
DeleteOh my goodness, you are a pro! Gorgeous! Thank you for sharing it at our linky party at http://www.fineCraftGuild.com
ReplyDeleteA girl after my own heart - I too love to op shop and recycle clothing into all sorts of things. Every time I look at your blog I am amazed. Pop over to my blog if you get a chance and have a look.
ReplyDeleteWow! Great makeover! :-)
ReplyDeleteWow! This dress is boss. So fabulous.
ReplyDeleteAmazing job! Looks like designer clothing
ReplyDeleteGreat diy! Do you also use a serger at the end?
ReplyDeleteThats hot!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this! I am obsessed with peplums and am collecting some clothes to refashion like this. Thanks for the inspiration and I love your blog :), Cuc - http://cupofthreads.blogspot.com
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