Pattern Review – Simplicity 8593 Vintage Poncho Blouse
In the ’90s, I was hardcore into the vintage look, but I stopped wearing it 10 years ago when it started to feel too costumey. Now that it’s spring, it felt like the right time to revisit this theme with Simplicity 8593. The Pattern Simplicity 8593 is a simple to make poncho blouse that fastens at…
Pattern Review – Simplicity 8425 Choker Cut Out Top
Remake an old dress into a trendy cut out choker top with Simplicity 8425. This easy to sew pattern includes guidelines for petite sizing.
Pattern Review – Simplicity 1461 Tunic
Learn how to refashion a scarf and shirt into a stylish tunic with Simplicity 1461. Make sure to measure twice and cut once if you hack the pattern.
How to Make a Flouncy T-Shirt from a Maxi Skirt
Transform an old maxi skirt into a flouncy t-shirt with this quick and easy sewing tutorial. A fluttery, flounce collar adds a feminine flair to a soft t-shirt.
Pattern Review – Scout Tee by Grainline Studio
Make a simple, woven t-shirt from a thrift store dress with Grainline Studio’s Scout Tee pattern. This t-shirt has cap sleeves, a scoop neck, and A-line silhouette.
I Accidentally Made a Halloween Waitress Costume
My attempt at making a classic shirt dress from a bed sheet became a Halloween 50’s waitress costume instead. This is a “make lemonade out of lemons” project.
Curtains to Wide Leg Pants Refashion
Upcycle old curtains into a pair of wide leg trousers with Colette’s Juniper pattern. These trousers are fitted through the hips and falls into a wide hem.
Bargains by the Pound at Goodwill Outlet
If you don’t mind digging though enormous bins in a cold warehouse, you can find dirt cheap bargains at Goodwill Outlet for only $1.79 a pound.
Make a One Shoulder Ruffle Top from a Floral Skirt
This skirt to ruffle top refashion is dedicated to my mother who taught me to love beautiful things, especially flowers. Mom gave this project a big thumbs up.
Upcycle a Skirt and Scarf into a Boho Swing Tank Top
Remake a scarf and denim skirt into a boho swing tank top. This step by step tutorial will show you how to sew this project in less than 2 hours.
How to Make Cozy Leggings from an Old Sweater
Learn how to recycle an old sweater into warm leggings in an afternoon.
Make a Winter Sweater Dress out of 2 Sweaters
Turn 2 sweaters into a dress you’ll love to wear. This surprisingly simple sweater dress will keep you warm and comfy all winter.
Top 4 Reasons Not to Follow Fashion Trends
Don’t fall into the trend trap. Here are 4 reasons why you should develop your own personal sense of style instead of playing fashion victim.
How to Refashion a Prom Dress to Bomber Jacket
Make an Anthropologie inspired bomber jacket from a fugly prom dress. This tutorial also features a Japanese crest as an applique embellishment.
From Maxi Dress to Jogger Pants and Crop Top Remake
This step by step tutorial shows you how to refashion a thrifted maxi dress into a hip pair of jogger pants and matching crop top.
How to Remake a Muumuu into a Peplum Top
The beautiful embroidery and $5 price tag enticed me to refashion this enormous denim muumuu into a peplum top.
How to Upcycle a Shirt with Statement Sleeves
How to upcycle a shirt with statement sleeves in less than 1 hour. Great project for beginning sewers.
How to Recycle a Vintage Sheet into a Spring Dress
I used Christine Hayne’s Emery pattern to upcycle a sheet into a vintage inspired dress.
How to Upcycle a 90’s Velour Shirt into a Split Sleeve Blouse
The 90’s are back. Recycle an oversized velour shirt into a new blouse with split sleeves.
Fabric Porn: Sal Beressi Field Trip
I took an unexpected field trip to Sal Beressi in San Francisco and fell in love with their beautiful fabrics.
