DIY Your Own Designer Clothes at Home

Amazon Lounge Set Style

Who doesn’t love a good two piece lounge set? I know I sure do! As soon as I get home from work, I change into my comfy lounge sets. I wear them to run errands or relax at home. I feel like one can never have enough! I am truly obsessed with the lounge set trend and I do not see it going anywhere anytime soon. I’m all about this trend! Amazon has many affordable, trendy lounge set options! Below are affordable lounge sets that are currently available from Amazon!

Wire Beaded Flower Basket

I was looking on Pinterest for ideas to use some of the beads I've accumulated over the years and came across this pin/video. I thought it would make a lovely gift - especially for a special friend! It was a lovely wire beaded floral basket that you can wear as a necklace or pin.

Learn the Art of Tranforming Pulses Into Prolific Jewelry

How to turn food into jewellery? Well, I am sure you guys are feeling hungry just like me. Why not think out of the box and craft the most mouth-watering foodstuff into stunning pieces for yourself. On that note, today I’m delighted to teach you how to make jewellery out of dried foodstuff. I am sure kids will gonna love this tutorial. It’s time to call your little ones right now and have fun with them. Friends, I have planned to use uncooked food items like pulses, rice, and macaroni for making jewellery and thereby use resin to encapsulate food as a protective layer.

Here’s How to Add Pockets to Your Clothes!

Let’s do some alterations, shall we? I’m certain you have some garments lying around that could do with a bit of a revamp. In this tutorial, I will show you various alterations, with the most popular being how to add pockets. If you want to learn how to add pockets, or simply crop a top, then keep on scrolling so you can learn the basics of sewing alterations.

How To Sew A Velvet Loop Scarf In Under 20 Minutes

This post may contain affiliate links for products I love and recommend.This season’s trends are all about plush velvet, rich textures, and extra-cozy fabrics. If you hate being cold as much as I do, you’re probably obnoxiously excited about being warm and stylish too. Don’t worry. I won’t judge. But seriously, when you feel absolutely chilled to the bone, I can’t think of a better way to warm up than by bundling up in luxurious-feeling fabrics and accessories!That’s why for today’s tutorial, we’ll be learning how to sew a loop scarf in under 20 minutes. Really. Since this project is so quick and easy to complete, it also makes for an easy handmade gift. Make one for you…and then one for a friend. 😉

9 Beautiful Woven Accessories That Cost Less Than $20

We’re loving the trend of woven accessories, and we’re here to get you in on it too without breaking your bank. Check out these stylish finds!Geometric Bohemian Earrings

Eyeglass Case Tutorial With Printable Pattern

Restyling Exchange 2018 Part 2 – Simplicity 5562 for Molly

Waxed Tote Bag Pattern

This waxed tote bag pattern comes in two sizes, choose the size that suits you! I have made this bag with fabric bought on a french market, I have limited french so I am guessing that it is linen with a plastic backing. A waxed canvas works well for this bag design.

Go From Skinny to Flared: DIY Flare Jeans

I hate skinny jeans. They cut off your blood supply, do only bad for your figure, and need to be put to rest. So, in an effort to bring bell-bottoms back, I’m going to turn my old despised skinny jeans into flare jeans.

Jeans to Pinafore Refashion

Today I'm sharing my latest refashion! This piece has been several months in the making. I started dreaming about this project back in December! I wanted to share a little of my thought process, because it really was an idea that bounced around a bit before landing! One of the most common questions I get asked is where my ideas come from, so here’s how this one formed!

How to Make Beautiful Pipa Knot Jewelry

This pipa knot jewelry is made with a unique Chinese macrame technique that is based on a figure eight. In this tutorial, I will be showing you how to create this knot with a doubled wire for a unique and lovely effect.

Three Dresses From JCPenney That You Need This Summer

Summer dress season is here! I love dresses all year round but summer is my favorite time of the year to wear them. I've found three really cute dresses from JCPenney that can be worn for so many different occasions this summer.

Jumpsuit to Playsuit Refashion

I’m a wee bit addicted to jumpsuits and have more than a few thrifted beauties waiting to be refashioned in my stash.The super plain all-in-one below was a cinch to liven up and is now perfect for those humid summer days:

5 Easy Tips For Altering Your Clothes

The secret to looking and feeling your best is wearing clothes that fit. No matter what your body shape is, if your clothes fit you well, you’ll feel amazing and look incredible.Some of you suggested on our Instagram account to help you with some tips on how to alter your clothes to fit better, and here we are…Since I’m a Petite woman, most of the time I need to alter my clothes to make them shorter, I’ve had lots of practice with these situations. You’ll always find myself shortening my tops, my pants, my skirts, everything. I also tend to make the waist of my pants smaller. Since my hips are wider than average women in my size, I end up buying pants that fit me on the hips but not on the waist. This has happened to me since I was a kid and my school uniforms were always huge on me.Now get your tools ready and let’s start altering your clothes… You’ll need: Tape measurePencil/chalk/washable markerScissorsSewing machine or NeedlesThreadPins*You can do any of these alterations by hand or with a sewing machine. I used the last one because it’s faster.

How to Make a Hair Scrunchie With Pompom Trim

Wishing to relive your childhood? Loving scrunchies the second time around? Learn just how easy it is to make a hair scrunchie with pompom trim.Using fabric scraps from you stash means you can make a different scrunchie for every outfit!All scrunchies involve straight stitching, therefore they are a perfect sewing project for children learning to sew. Adding the pompom trim involves a little hand stitching and using a zipper foot – but once they get the hang of this they will be whipping up scrunchies for all their friends.

Learn to Make This Jaw-Dropping Vintage Inspired DIY Wrap Dress

A DIY wrap dress is just superb! It’s such a versatile fashion item that can be worn for so many occasions! Today, I’m going to show you how to make a DIY wrap dress, vintage style. It’s elegant, flowy, and of course, feminine! So, if you want to make a DIY wrap dress from scratch, follow this step-by-step tutorial as I walk you through each step.

DIY Crop Top in 2 Ways

Sometimes a t-shirt is more than it seems. There is so much potential in a simple piece of clothing and I wanted to show you guys how I transform old pieces into new statements. This easy DIY crop top is the perfect answer to all your thrift flip needs.

Grain Sack Stenciled Market Basket

When I saw this basket for sale on a popular website I knew this was something I could easily make!

What to Wear With Keds Sneakers

For the longest time, Converse were my go to sneaker. I literally wore the 4 or 5 pairs of Converse I had into the ground. They had holes, they were dirty, and they were 7 years old. Needless to say, when I graduated college I didn’t bother bringing them home with me. They met their new best friend, the trashcan. As sad as it was back then, it lead to my new best friend, Keds sneakers.Now this isn’t to say I won’t ever wear Converse every again (I’m actually on the hunt for a pair). I’ve just only bought Keds and Nikes since graduating. While I love my Nikes for comfort, they don’t exactly look the best with every outfit. Keds sneakers on the other hand are comfortable and look great with just about everything honestly. So today I wanted to share a few ways to style Keds just to prove that they really can be the perfect shoe with every outfit.

1 Pair of Black Pants Styled 5 Ways

In this style guide, I'm going to be showing you five outfits that you can create with a pair of black pants. I'm in love with these pants because they have a bit of a wider leg cut which means that they're really comfortable and yet also very flattering - a real wardrobe staple. Let's get started with the first look:

White Two-Piece Pant Set

Today, on the Upstyle Daily, I am sharing an affordable white two-piece pant set that’s ideal for the summer season. I previously shared this white set on this blog post, which included outfit ideas for spring/summer.

The Dressed-up Button-down

Hello Readers. I have been refashioning some shirts recently. I chose a lavender pinkish colored shirt to refashion first.

Make a Stunning Multi-Colored Tie-Dye Hoodie

Why not add some color to your life with a tie-dye hoodie? Add a beautiful touch of magic with some bright colors to this easy tie-dye hoodie. In this tutorial, I'm going to show you how quickly and exciting it is to make a tie-dye hoodie. The best part is that you can choose your own colors and patterns to make it unique and fabulous. I'll be using a white hoodie so that the colors really stand out, but feel free to use any light-colored hoodie you may have on hand. So, grab your dye and hoodie, and let me show you how to make this fun, basic tie-dye hoodie!

Black Stappy Flat Tutorial - One CrafDIY Girl

White Jeans Favorites for Your Summer 2021 Capsule Wardrobe

Make an Inexpensive DIY Bag - 2 Ways!

You’re going to love this DIY bag; that’s all I can say! I’m going to show you how to turn a dollar store flat pouch into a cute tote bag and a lovely phone pouch!! It’s inexpensive, fun, and super functional! The best part about this DIY bag tutorial is that half the bag is already sewn; you literally need to make a few adjustments to turn it into two different bags! So, if you want to know how to make a DIY bag, keep on scrolling as I walk you through all the steps.

Lime Green Dress to Skirt

Hello Readers. Summer is here! We made it to the beginning of summer. We need a cool drink, some sunscreen and summer clothes. When I saw this pretty lime green eyelet-lace dress I loved the fabric. It was so light and summery.

Making Low Cost Unique Beautiful Earrings From Old Crockery

I love recycling vintage materials that are no longer wanted into new fashion accessories and so when I saw these pretty china crockery pieces I couldn’t resist the temptation to get transforming!

Seventies-Inspired Pointed Collar Top DIY

Today’s tutorial is all about the 70’s oversized pointed collar top. Pointed collars are clearly having a major moment right now, and it’s a style you don’t even need to wait for warm weather to work into your wardrobe. This DIY pointed collar top can be worn under sweaters and jackets, or all on its own. So let’s get started and sew a pointed collar top with puffy sleeves!

How to Style a Blazer

A blazer is a great layering piece, and it instantly elevates whatever you wear it with; it's like the cherry on the cake. I always get a lot of wear out of my blazers, especially when it's a bit colder outside. So take a look at these outfits I've created with them.

The 6 Wardrobe Essentials You Need To Make Infinite Outfits

*This post contains affiliate links. This means that by every purchase you make we get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Everyone has gone to their wardrobes at least one time in their lives, only to find lots of clothes but nothing to wear. Ever wonder why does this happens? Besides not having a personal style (or perhaps you do), you haven’t build a functional wardrobe. Maybe you’ve been purchasing garments that you love, but haven’t planned it well. Just like with makeup, you need a foundation to achieve a neat beautiful look. In fashion, this would be the basics of your wardrobe. However, your basics won’t be the same as other people’s basics. Think of foundation in makeup, everyone has their own unique preferences & you will choose the one with your skin color. It’s the same with wardrobe basics.Owning a personal style is like the skin tone & the fit of these is like the texture of your foundation (dewy, matte, etc.). If you don’t know what your personal style is, I suggest you read our post, it will help you create a unique style that represents you.Once you have them, you can play around styling items like textured tops, printed skirts, statement jackets, things you own, and love. Trust me, your outfit options will feel infinite, making it easier to find something to wear. And of course, you can add accessories to make it look more like you.I recommend you to invest in high-quality basics, as they will be your most-used pieces. My favorite brand for great quality is Organic Basics. They are simply incredible, amazing quality, soft, long-lasting, and sustainable, what else could I ask for?Now, I’m going to show you what are the 6 must-haves everyone should have in their wardrobe. You will see mine, but yours may be different. Still, this will give you a clear idea of why are they so important.So, what are the essential pieces? 1. Plain White T-shirt. (Or any light color you prefer) A plain t-shirt is a must-have because it looks great with every pair of pants or bottom that you own. It gives you the versatility you need to create outfits with each item in your wardrobe. However, if you don’t like white clothing, you can opt for a light-colored t-shirt. Why? Well, having the option of color contrast always helps, as it adds more options to your wardrobe.

A Step by Step DIY Macrame Keychain Tutorial

This DIY Macrame Keychain Tutorial was originally created for Darice.We are big fans of macrame crafts around here. Making projects out of macrame can really connect you to your younger self where you might have made friendship bracelets at camp or during a lazy summer day. Lots of the knots and techniques used to make things out of macrame are the same or similar to those of friendship bracelets or lanyards but the results are a bit more chic and adult! So, since the weather is starting to warm up, it's the perfect time to tap into your inner-friendship-bracelet-maker and try out a simple macrame craft to get your feet wet in the method, and our personalized macrame key chains are just the thing! Keep reading for the tutorial!

Barrel Knot and Button Bracelet Tutorial

The leaf-shaped Monstera buttons have become very popular recently, and I wanted to create a design using the buttons and adding some barrel knots. As all my followers know, I am a little obsessed with barrel knots. So follow along with my button bracelet tutorial to learn how to create a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry.

DIY Ombre Clay Necklaces

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Polyform Clay. Thank you for supporting us and our sponsors!

I Made A DIY Reversible Swimsuit

YES, you read the correctly. Not only did I make my very 1st ever swimsuit, but it’s reversible! So, techically, I made two! I’ve always thought sewing a swimsuit to be intimidating. I can’t even explain why I was so scared. I am here to tell you, it’s not as scary as you might think it is. I promise. Evie Swimsuit PatternI think it was sometime last year, I won a copy of the Evie Swimsuit pattern from @caramiyamaui in an Instagram contest. I was super excited to have won, but I never got around to making it. This year I was determined to make a swimsuit and here it is in all it’s glory!

Make Your Own Easy DIY Sandals

Sandals with gemstones are a fabulous way to celebrate spring and summer, and they didn’t seem too hard to make. So here is my tutorial on how to make easy DIY gemstone sandals to spice up the season!

Summer Dress With Puff Sleeves and Corset Detail

Looking to take your sewing skills to the next level? If you’re a more advanced sewist, this is a perfect DIY for you. Learn how to make an elegant and stylish summer dress full of fabulous feminine detail. I adjusted a romper pattern to create a stunning dress. Check it out!