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How-To: Update a Vintage Button-Down Shirt

How-To: Update a Vintage Button-Down Shirt

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Turn a tired thrifted shirt into stylish new top with this vintage button-down shirt restyling tutorial!

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How-To: Lace-Backed Shirt

How-To: Lace-Backed Shirt

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Turn that tired top in the back of your closet into a pretty lace-backed shirt!

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The Portrait Blouse, from “Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing”

The Portrait Blouse, from “Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing”

By Laura Cochrane

Laura Cochrane

"To oppose something is to maintain it." –Ursula Le Guin

Currently: NEO.LIFE Alum: Instructables and MAKE

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Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing is a fun new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author Gretchen Hirsch’s fresh take on vintage style. I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all! I chose The Portrait Blouse because it’s a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. If you end up using this pattern, I’d love to see pics of the finished top. Enjoy!

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How-To: Crochet Seam Shirt

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Add a lacy side seam to your favorite t-shirts with this crochet seam shirt tutorial from Laura at Trash to Couture! [Via Pinterest] More: T-Shirt Mod: Boxy to Foxy @Craftzine.com blog Kitty Print T-Shirt @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Refashion T-Shirt to Baby Dress @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Ruffle Necktie T-Shirt @Craftzine.com blog

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How-To: Cute Knit Workout Shirt

How-To: Cute Knit Workout Shirt

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Somehow, finding the motivation to hit the gym seems to get easier as my outfit gets cuter. Feel the same way? Check out this knit workout shirt tutorial from Kate at See Kate Sew, and learn how to make flattering, practical workout wear with some seriously stylish details. More: How-To: Yoga Pants @Craftzine.com blog How-To: […]

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How-To: Print Your Own Kitty Shirt

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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Though potato printing was a mainstay of my childhood, I haven’t revisited the process much as an adult. But, this Print Your Own Kitty Shirt tutorial by Vanessa from Take Only Memories has inspired me to try it again. Her shirt looks every bit as good as any quirky, store-bought print, but all she needed […]

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