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| I stitched around the armholes to prevent raveling and made a 1 inch seam at the top to thread the neck tie through. |
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It's not high fashion but I think it's something that I will wear now!
I challenge you to find something in your closet that you don't like and make a few alterations. I am far from a great seamstress and if I can up cycle an outfit, then anyone can!
Ha. You've never seen me sew. ;-)
ReplyDeleteBut you are definitely gifted and have an eye for what you want something to look like. :)
That's funny Linda! Thanks for the encouragement. I really enjoy "making over" clothes! Fun, new hobby!
DeleteYou go girl... that is cute. I have several things in my closet that could so use a redo! Your just cute as a bug and your new version I think looks more like you :O)
ReplyDeleteThanks Texan,
DeleteI know you are a gifted seamstress! You probably could blow me away with your creations. Have a great night!
I love the color! I had to chuckle- I love the finished product but I actually like the 'before' dress as well- does that mean I'm showing my age??
ReplyDeleteJudy
No, Judy, You just have refined taste! It was actually a very nice dress (probably expensive too, knowing my mom) but I just felt like I was swallowed up by it with the length and all!
DeleteI've got to try something like this on some blouses I have in the closet.
DeleteYou really inspire me to try and redo a few older things.
Thanks.
wow! Looks so good! Wonderful job!
ReplyDeleteThank you Laurie! I really appreciate your words of encouragement!
DeleteI think it looked like it was, you look silly.
ReplyDeleteI meant to say , it looked better like it was, mayne taken up a little,
ReplyDeleteAnonymous, It's okay, I appreciate your honest opinion! And I probably look silly because I AM silly! LOL! Thank you for taking the time to give me your feedback. I really do appreciate all constructive criticism!
DeleteWarm wishes from Kansas!
wow, i mean it, wow - you really have a special talent here - can't wait to see where it takes you - peace
ReplyDeleteRuth,
DeleteThank you so much for your encouragement! I don't know that I have a special talent, but I sure am having fun doing it!
Have a great day!
Love it! I am not a seamstress - I once hand sewed a jumper for my daughter (out of ruffly curtains - she was 4) because I was so afraid of my sewing machine!
ReplyDeletePaula, thanks so much for your visit and your kind words! That's so cute, "afraid of your sewing machine"! I can understand though. Last year the timing on my machine got off due to a jam and I was so frustrated! I finally fixed it thanks to some very helpful information I found on the internet. But I still cringe everytime I begin a project and I find myself saying a little prayer each time that it works for me...
DeleteHave a great day!