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Think Pink!

Spring is in the air! For me, pink is in season all year round. But, if you're not pink obsessed like I am, spring is definitely the one time of year you should consider sporting it. I mean, even the trees turn pink! Here are some tips on how to pull pink off. (Cast is purely optional.)

Super Easy Tie-Dye Shoes DIY

Everybody’s doing it! Tie-dye is the latest trend, and today I’m going to show you how I created a pair of tie-dyed canvas sneakers. This DIY is such a simple project, so much fun to do, and the final result is super cool. So grab a pair of sneakers, and let’s get started.

DIY Sunburst Tie Dye Tote Bags

When you think of tie-dye it's likely that the image of an iconic hippie-esque swirl t-shirt comes to mind first, created with lots of bright colors. However, one of the funnest parts about creating with tie dye are the infinite possibilities for patterns outside of the swirl! Just twist this way or fold that way and you can create a wealth of amazing designs to make whatever you are dyeing one-of-a-kind!One of our favorites we have tried lately involves a bit of pinching, twisting and tying with string to create patches of negative space that result in a super fun sunburst pattern all over the fabric! We tried this method on tie dye tote bags and love the contrast of the white sunbursts against the vibrant colors of the dye. Here is how to make your own:

Make a Beautiful Cottagecore Dress From Scratch

This flowy and feminine cottagecore dress is the ultimate must-have for any closet. It’s flattering for any body type and just simply breathtaking. Make your own DIY cottagecore dress with minimal materials. I'm going to show you how to sew a cottagecore dress with this easy guide.Let's get this fun tutorial started!

How to Style a Crop Top in Your 30s

Anytime I walk into a clothing store or shop online, crop tops are front and center on display. For the longest time, I’d pass by or scroll past them, saying to myself, “I’m way too old to pull that look off, I’m a mom of two in my mid 30s!!” One day I decided to just pull the trigger and try one on, and realized that with the right styling, anyone can pull off a crop top 🙌🏼

DIY Beaded Denim Jacket (NO SEWING)

Hand-beaded and embroidered denim jackets have been in style for a long time (and rightfully so!). They add personality to any outfit and make a basic jean jacket a lot more dynamic and "high-fashion". Many are sold for hundreds and even thousands of bucks, but with this simple tutorial, you'll get the same couture look on a budget. ;) It's a time-saving DIY way to create a hand-beaded look on a plain denim jacket for a major style upgrade!Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjmBTSjX7p8&t=16s

DIY Square Sweetheart Neckline Top

There are truly so many ways you can refashion a basic shirt, and this is one of my favorite. Give a basic shirt some 90s vibes with this simple DIY transformation. Here’s how to turn a regular top into a square sweetheart neckline top in just a few minutes.Full video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xePotz7EGr8

Spring Fashion

As the temperatures warm up, warm up your wardrobe too! Think creamy and bright, even if its just an accent. In this post I'll show you three looks that are as chic as they are cheery!

Styling Neutrals for Spring

Pastel colors are soft, calm, feminine, and perfect for spring. I’m going to show you ten flattering ways in which you can style them.

How to Make Polymer Clay Hair Barrettes With the Silhouette Curio

When I saw this and this tutorial for cutting and embossing clay with the Silhouette Curio, I knew I needed to try it out, and I knew exactly what I would make! Hair barrettes are all the rage right now, and they lend themselves perfectly to being made with polymer clay. I'm no expert with clay or with the Curio, but with a little trial and error, I was able to make these fun polymer clay hair barrettes, and I can't wait to make more! Keep reading for the tutorial!

Easy Fringe Jacket: Make It Yourself

Jackets are the perfect accessory for almost any weather. Given this, I decided to make a basic fringe jacket to spice up my wardrobe!

Wedding Guest Attire With a Maxi Dress

Did you know a Maxi can be such a versatile piece in your wardrobe? When buying a Maxi dress that can work for many occasions I follow a few tips I've created. These tips have helped me choose maxis that can be worn casual all the way up to evening or black tie events. Tip 1: Choose a solid color. This can be any color of your liking, just make it one solid color with no prints. Tip 2: Look for some interest in the dress.Try to find something that makes the dress a little different or unique rather than a plain jane maxi. Look for unique shaped necklines, fabrics, slits, back details or backless. Tip 3: Make sure it flatters your body type.This will depend on knowing what looks best on YOU. Do you go for tight body con or do you prefer flowy? Mermaid style or a line, so many options.

Spring Basics From Old Navy

Here are some casual spring outfit ideas from Old Navy. I am 50 and still enjoy Old Navy, so it's not just for the younger crowd.

Men’s Jeans to Denim Jumpsuit Thrift Flip Transformation

In this tutorial, I’m going to be creating a denim patchwork jumpsuit. I will show you the denim I used but feel free to play around with different colored denim pieces, depending on what you have to work with. This is a great piece that can be with a layer over it, or even all on its own.

Cute and Easy DIY Sweatpants Tutorial

Today, I would like to show you how you can make your own DIY sweatpants. I’ve made sweatpants before, but I’ve learned so much more about sewing since then, and I wanted to give updated instructions so you can create the best possible version of these adorable and super comfortable sweatpants. So let’s get started!

How To Sew A Knit Seam Binding: The Ilma Raglan Sewing Tutorial

And alas–We are updating one of our very first sewing tutorials here on the blog: How to sew a knit seam binding! Because sewing a knit binding is 1,000% different than sewing a woven binding. (As I learned quickly with this tutorial’s sewing project-- the Ilma Raglan.)I have been meaning to update this post for a while now–-pretty much all year–-but then 2020 decided to show up. And my posting schedule for the year was basically thrown out the window. Earlier this spring (for weeks on end) I was sewing our handmade face masks 10+ hours a day, nonstop. The fear of the pandemic and the immediate need for face masks (as well as the DIY tutorial) essentially shoved everything else aside.Which means.. In the midst of a 90+ degree heat wave here in San Diego, I am rewriting our post on a spring sweater that was meant to inspire some transitional weather sewing. Also, in recent weeks, it has just felt silly to pay attention to and direct my energy towards anything else but the Black Lives Matter movement.

Five Fantastic Ideas for How to Style Leather Leggings

Leather leggings are one of the easiest leather pieces to style in a variety of ways. They have the versatility and comfort of plain black leggings, but the material definitely elevates them to something chicer and adds an interesting element to your outfit. So, I’m going to show you five different ways that I have styled my leather leggings, and I hope my outfits give you some fashion inspiration for your spring wardrobe.

5 Spring Wardrobe Staples

If you are in the process of building a capsule wardrobe, or perhaps your body has changed and you need to basically start your wardrobe from scratch, then you probably want to know the basic essentials that every woman needs to suit all occasions.Here are 5 wardrobe staples to help you get started this Spring.

Easy Batwing Blouse DIY Sewing Project

Today, I will be making a beautiful, flowy batwing-style top with a necktie. Follow my instructions to create your own DIY batwing blouse. This is a great project for beginners because the construction is very simple, but the final results look very professional.

How to Make a Knotted Turban Headband

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. I’m so excited to share how to make a knotted turban headband with you all.

DIY Headband [Step-by-Step Tutorial With Pictures]

I am trying desperately this year to not buy very much new fabric and use up as much of my fabric stash as possible. When thinking about how to use up some cute scraps this week I decided to make some new headbands. Yes, I know I have a lot… but I use and love them all! So with that little defensive comment aside, I am sharing with you all my DIY headband tutorial!

A Patchwork Athina Top

When I started my sewing journey I only sewed dresses and skirts. I never wanted to tackle tops because I found them daunting. Was there a reason for this? Not at all. But that was the case nonetheless. I still relied on ready to wear tops to get me by. It wasn’t till last year that I was chatting with my friend Emily and decided I was going to take the plunge. It really couldn’t be that hard right? I had made dresses and technically they’re made of a top piece. What I didn’t count on was the vast selection of patterns. Emily helped narrow down the list with her recommendations. I finally landed on the Athina top, a free pattern, from Tessuti Fabrics.

How to Upcycle a Macrame Bag by Adding Raffia Fringe

Love, love, love this DIY! I came across some really beautiful macrame bags on Pinterest and I had to make my own twist on the trend by upcycling a macrame bag by adding raffia fringe.

Sewing Tutorial: Easy DIY Batwing Blouse

This DIY batwing blouse tutorial is perfect for those of you who are just learning to sew. Create a chic top with wide, ruffled sleeves with just a few basic sewing techniques. You will love the final result. Let’s get started!

10 Ways To Wear A White Blazer

Men’s Button Down Shirt Refashion

In this tutorial, I'm going to show you how to upcycle a men's button-down shirt into a flirty dress. This is the ultimate men's shirt upcycle!You can find a shirt at the thrift store or take a shirt that the men in your life are no longer wearing and transform it into this frilly, feminine, fabulous, flowy little frock that you are going to fall in love with.This dress was inspired by gores. Gores are basically triangles of fabric that can get sewn into the skirt of a dress or a skirt themselves to create a lot more volume. Gores can be hard to sew if you're not an expert sewer, I'm a pretty good sewer, and even for me, they're intimidating. So I have a really cool hack for how you guys can create all the gore volume but not in the exact proper technique.I'm going to be using horsehair trim for the bottom to clean finish the bottom of my dress and give me a few more inches of length and create all of this curly volume. It's like an accordion, it's really fun, and it feels amazing on.

Bohemian Jewelry Tutorial Featuring Leather Necklace Knots

I’ve been making and teaching how to make jewelry for a very long time, and I’m going to show you today how simple it can be to make a bohemian leather cord adjustable knotted necklace with colored pearls and a beautiful stone focal.

How to Style Brown Leather Leggings and a Skirt

Not sure where to start when it comes to styling brown leather? Whether you’re going for corporate chic or trendy casual, I’ve put together a brown leather lookbook to inspire you and give you some styling tips.

Four Spring Wardrobe Ideas: How to Style Sneakers With Dresses

We’re going to be talking about sneakers and dresses, which is one of my favorite spring wardrobe combinations. I find it simple yet chic, and a perfect balance between dressed up and comfortable. Today, I’m going to show you four different dress-and-sneakers outfit ideas to up your fashion game this spring.

How to Style Denim Jacket and Open V-neck Blouse

This is one of my favorite spring looks! For Fashion Friday I am showing how to style my denim jacket and open V neck blouse.

Quick and Easy Top Tutorial

I’m pretty sure this top is the world's easiest top to sew. I kid you not! I made this top yesterday and filmed the tutorial yesterday - it truly was so simple and took almost no time. So, without further ado, here is this simple top tutorial, from pattern to finish.

Learn How to Sew a Turtleneck Top

In this tutorial, I’m going to show you how to make a turtleneck bodycon top. This top really shows off your figure and it has a simple yet stylish look about it. If you’ve done some simple sewing DIYs before and are now looking for something a bit more advanced but not too hard, this is a great project for you!

DIY Tassel Earrings [Super Easy Tutorial]

Tassels are a huge trend right now and making your own DIY tassel earrings could not be easier. Seriously, this project checks all the boxes for the DIY project trifecta- easy to make, inexpensive to make, and quick to make. To make your own DIY tassel earrings you will need: 3 skeins of embroidery floss jump rings earring wiresneedle nose pliers Steps: Use your pliers to open up one of the jump rings. Loop it through the top loop of your embroidery skein. Then slide the hoop at the bottom of your earwire onto the jump ring. Use the needle nose pliers to close the jump ring. Twist the jump ring around so that you hide the small gap in the jump ring behind the embroidery floss.

Chic Women’s Loungewear - No Pattern Needed

I don't know about you, but I love some comfy loungewear! Women's loungewear has become the in-thing right now, and I can understand why. It's amazingly comfortable, and it looks super stylish too! I'm going to show you how to sew a cute loungewear set, and the best part is, there's no pattern needed!

Knot-ical Silk Scarf Bag 

How to Style Faux Leather Pants

Faux-leather pants are on-trend right now, and in my opinion, they are a classic and timeless piece. The pair of pants that I’ll be styling have a belt attached to them, which I love as it cinches in my waist and gives my figure definition without me even having to do anything. Find a pair of pants that you love, and let’s begin!

Chanel Who? Make Your Own DIY Tweed Dress the Easy Way!

There's nothing like a timeless classic kind of print, and this tweed skirt has that Chanel classic vibe going on. I decided to transform this big ol' skirt into something chic and fitting; a DIY tweed dress. Thanks, Chanel, for the inspiration! In this sewing tutorial, I'm going to show you how to sew a tweed dress so that you will have this lovely fashion piece without having to pay the hefty price tag! I got this skirt from a thrift shop, and because it's a fashion item that's been around for decades, I'm pretty sure you can find the same at your local thrift store.

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