I just posted this on Instagram, but thought I'd share it here. I recently took a slightly oversized, long button down thrifted dress ($4!) and shortened it. When worn with a waist belt (thrifted Vince Camuto for FIVE dollars!), it's the perfect warm weather gathered dress. Clearly, I'm ready for this New York winter to be over with!
I realize that simply cutting off fabric isn't the most crazy idea, but what I wanted to share here is my love for double fold bias tape. If you're unfamiliar with bias tape, it's simply a long strip of fabric that is folded. I simply place the raw edge into the fold, pin all around, and sew! What's left is nice finished edge, in no time.
The next project is inspired by a Tarina Tarantino piece, and is somewhat Valentine's Day appropriate. <3 class="separator" p="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
That is SUPER cute. Crazy what a big difference a small change can make.
ReplyDeleteThis is very cute. With florals being so "in" you can do this with almost everything at Goodwill! (Almost....)
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How fantastic is that!?
ReplyDeleteYes, cutting fabric may seem dumbfounded, but I am never confident enough to do it! But, seeing this "bias tape" you are talking about, I may give this a try!
I have a love affair with thrift shopping... So this is perfect to start switching up some of my finds!
Nice!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a good idea! Definitely thinking about ding this on my old dresses ;)
ReplyDeleteXO
That's really cute, I'm really wanting a dress like this to wear with my leather jacket.
ReplyDeleteLauren
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simply and lovely! check my DIY blog www.milavojtowicz.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteI love the hemline you made!
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