How-To: Ascot Top
I love this idea for turning a thrifted blouse into a cute DIY ascot top. Sometimes an extra bow can really put a secret smile on your face.
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Amazing Masking Tape Dress From BurdaStyle Member
I loved reading this interview with the talented designer behind this amazing masking tape dress over on BurdaStyle. Esther Boller created the dress using more than 17 rolls of masking tape over 80 hours of work. The dress won a National Gold Medal in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Read more about the dress […]
How-To: Lace Dress Pattern
This lace dress from Kate at See Kate Sew is just too cute! The ruffle collar contrasts perfectly with the delicate lace in the dress, and the effect is pretty, but not too formal. Want to make your own? You can download a PDF of the pattern on See Kate Sew! More: Beautiful Dyed Eyelet […]
How-To: Braided Collar Crop Top
Update last year’s oversized tank top with this braided collar crop top tutorial from Kinsey at Sincerely, Kinsey. It’s a quick, easy way to refresh your wardrobe for spring! More: How-To: Retro Two-Seam Top @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Spring Doily-Sleeved Top @Craftzine.com blog Shirred Pillowcase Top @Craftzine.com blog
How-To: Mock Smock Frock
Danielle from My Sparkle shared this mock smock dress tutorial on See Kate Sew, and I think I’m in love. It’s a gorgeous way to add the texture of smocking to a sewing project without needing to learn the more complex technique! See the complete how-to on See Kate Sew. More: How-To: Hand Pleating and […]
Paper Titanic Derby Hat
My pal Christine from Delachic has officially made the most wonderful and ridiculous hat that I’ve ever seen. Designed for a charity event that also happened to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, she whipped up this fabulous Titanic derby hat the night before using manila folders and foam sheets. […]
DIY Saddle Shoes
In keeping with shoe month, check out this great DIY saddle shoes retro post on Brightest Young Things by Morgan Hungerford.
