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This Easy Lace Mini Dress Transformation Is Incredible

In today's tutorial, we are going to take this boring lace dress and turn it into a jaw-dropping lace mini dress. That's right; it's one of those transformations that will make you go "WOW!". The lace dress I have has a high-low bottom, something I'm not a fan of. Also, I wanted to make the white lace mini dress more fitted to compliment my body. I'll finish off this DIY lace mini dress by adding some stunning lace cuffs. Join me on this fun lace mini dress tutorial, and I'll show you this stunning transformation.

DIY Marimekko Shoes

I'm a huge fan of the Finnish Design House Marimekko, and craft and decorate my home with their prints. I even wear some of the prints.I decided to upcycle some old plain sneakers with their prints to make some sunny Marimekko shoes.

3 Items to Bring on a Tropical Vacation

Lets be real we all need a vacation from time to time. My ideal vacation usually leads to a tropical beachy destination, with my little family, with good food, atmosphere and great scenery for some photos. You know what they say, "tan lines will fade but the 1000 pictures will last forever". Not sure if thats how the saying goes but thats mine anyway.If Im going on a tropical vacation I always pack minimum these 3 things: black swim suitwhite dressbeach bag

How to Make a Fringe Scarf

DIY scarves are one of the easiest handmade gifts, so let’s talk about how to make a fringe scarf.Whenever the leaves start falling off the trees, my brain turns to DIY scarves. I’ve made them from felted sweaters, fabric scraps, fleece, and just about anything that’s warm and colorful.I recently made this fringe scarf and wanted to share my process so you can make your own. And because I like to give you options, I’m showing you 3 versions for your DIY fringe scarfNo sew fringe scarf: 15 minutes to easy fringe joyGlorious double fringe: It’ll take longer to make the fringe on this lady, but there’s so.much.fringe!Embellish me: Make your fringe scarf extra with a few fabric scraps

Five Ways to Wear Sequins Year Round

It’s no secret, I am a huge fan of sequins and sparkles ✨ While I realize that they’re not everyone’s cup of tea outside of Christmas/New Year’s, you can definitely make them work year round. Here are five outfits I put together throughout the past year that prove that you can wear sequins no matter the season.

Make This Cowl Neck Dress Without a Sewing Machine

Have you tried making a cowl neck dress? It's super easy, thanks to my no-sew cowl neck tutorial! You don't need to sew this DIY cowl neck dress because I've figured a way to make it a no-sew while not compromising the fashionable and glam vibe! You don't need many materials or tools either. I used a lycra fabric as it doesn't fray; perfect no-sew projects! Let's get this amazing tutorial started. Keep on scrolling!

Save or Splurge: 5 Must Have Sandal Styles for This Summer.

Alyse BonacciSave or Splurge: 5 must have sandal styles for this summer.As the iconic Carrie Bradshaw once said, "sometimes it's really hard to walk in a woman's shoes. That's why we need really special ones now and then to make the walk a little more fun." Whether you are a spender like Ms. Bradshaw or a fashionista on a budget, I am here to share my favorite must have sandal styles that will keep your walks a little more fun this summer.

Make This Easy & Quick Lounge Top With a Bias Tape Encasing

I love a good loungewear set. It’s comfortable and still makes me look good, even when I’m chilling at home. I also love making two-piece loungewear sets as they are a great ensemble that looks cohesive and put together. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make a lounge top, and you can find my loungewear shorts tutorial here. This women’s lounge top is really awesome as it’s a little oversized and has a great tie in the front- just to give it that extra edge. Ok, let’s get to it!

Make a DIY Beach Bag From Dollar Store Products

Now that the weather is getting warmer, beach bags are becoming that much more important. Given this, I thought it could be a fun idea to teach you guys how to sew a DIY beach bag from some rugs.

Nylon Packable Tote Sewing Tutorial

Save the planet in style with this adorable DIY packable tote. I have an amazing reusable grocery bag from Baggu that packs into a tiny square pouch. I can keep it in my purse, or even in my pocket, and have it at the ready whenever I need it. But I only have one. So today, I’m making a new packable tote bag to be its companion. Follow along with this tutorial, and I’ll show you how to sew your own packable nylon tote, that I’m sure you will love as much as I love mine.

Meet the Whitney Raincoat!

Make a Customized Half and Half T-shirt in 2 Simple Steps

Not sure what shirt to wear? Why not do a half and half t-shirt? It's super easy, too. I love the uniqueness of this t-shirt, and I think it's a fantastic upcycle, especially for those who have a bunch of t-shirts and don't wear them on a regular basis. Check out this custom half and half t-shirt tutorial, where I'll show you how easy and fun it is to make one. I went for a half black half white t-shirt style, but you can do any color and print your heart desires. Let's get started!

How To Make A Mini Ruched Dress With Drawstrings

When I came across the mini ruched dress style on pinterest, I was blown away by how cute and at the same time technical the dress was. Technical, because of its adjustable features. The drawstrings make it easy to gather up the bodycon dress into pleats and also pull it into its full size lengthwise. The pleats give the dress a sexy illusion, making you fall in love with it even more.So, I decided to give this lovely mini dress a chance to get as much attention it can! XD I present to you my Alex bodycon dress! Beautiful to look at, cute enough to wear and most of all, easy to sew. In this tutorial, I’m going to be giving an explicit and step by step description of the sewing process.You can modify and add drawstring to any bodycon dress you already own or you can get the pattern in my online store here: It's available in sizes 34 to 46.

Pink: Classic, Elegant, and Glamourous

Pink is one of those colors you either love or hate when it comes to fashion. It is certainly a color that is being showcased throughout the fashion scene this year. For many pink evokes femininity, kindness, and of course love. It is also a color that is meant to be calming, which is why I thought it would be fun to explore different ways of incorporating it into your wardrobe.Like all colors in fashion there are different shades as well as various ways to wear them. Here are three styles that use pink to represent different ways of incorporating them into your wardrobe. Whether it's a classic running errands/country club vibe, lunch out with friends/casual date night look, or a glamourous sundress look. The best part is all three looks can be achieved for less than $300.

DIY a Blanket Into a Chic Vest!

I had this gorgeous crocheted blanket that I wanted to wear because the colours are so vibrant. So I decided to turn into a wearable, chic, long vest!This is the pattern of the blanket up close. Plus you can see that I folded over about 7 inches to turn that into a simple collar:

3 Ways to Cuff Your Jeans! “Jersey Girl Knows Best”

Ever wonder the best look for your jeans?! Or have you ever wanted to wear cuffed jeans? This simple tutorial will show you the basics! Is so simple to change the look of your jeans in seconds! Ready?! Let’s do this!

Three Cute Ways To Style A Scarf

This time of year is my absolute favorite time to style silk/satin scarves...whose with me?!In a recent post, I showed you a bunch of ways to style a scarf as a headpiece and as a top.Here are three MORE ways to wear your new favorite accessory...

You’re Going to Love This DIY Box Pleated Skirt

Are you wondering what to sew next? Why not make this super easy DIY box pleated skirt? With only a few materials required, you can sew this easy DIY pleated skirt in no time! There's also no pattern needed, just a good measuring tape! It has an elastic waistband, so it will fit quite well as a mini or midi skirt. Let's get sewing and make a pleated skirt for your closet.

Tropical Vacation Outfit Ideas

Heading on a vacation? Going somewhere warm? If you are going to a resort in which they require you to dress up, I have some going-out-to-dinner outfit ideas for you!All these outfits were tested in Mexico :) They are comfortable, made for warm weather, but cool nights.

Breezy and Beautiful: DIY Cami

This summer cami is going to save my summer wardrobe. It is easy, light as a feather, and so easy to make into a dress. For anyone living anywhere hot and humid, this shirt is the perfect answer for those July and August days.

Making Unique Earrings From Old Crockery

I love a rummage through old broken boxes of china In Junk shops as to me they are little treasures awaiting transformation into unique jewellery.

5 Ways To Rock A Band Tee This Spring

Whether it's your favorite artist or you just like the graphics (no one will ever know), many of us have band tees in our drawer that are much more versatile than we think. The same styling ideas could also work for favorite sayings, movie or literary tees!

McCall’s 7969 Sewing Pattern Review

After seeing post after post of this swoon-worthy dress on Instagram, I decided to finally give into my sewing FOMO and hop on the McCall’s M7969 train. And I’m so glad I did because this easygoing piece with a breezy feel could not be more perfect for spring!

How to: Viking Woven Wire Jewelry

Today’s tutorial will teach you how to use Viking weaving technique to create a beautiful stone necklace. This technique works with almost any shaped stone and can make all of your accessories look extra special.

Tutorial ~ Jean Corsage~ (Got Old Jeans?)

The Easiest Visible Mend

Split seams happen! Whether it's an item from your closet or an item you find secondhand, loose threads or a full split along an existing seam is a pretty common garment flaw.

The Black Dress

The Black dress is an essential in every women’s wardrobe. And let’s be honest it doesn’t have to be a “little” black dress it can be a maxi, midi, or mini dress.I have way too many black dresses to even count, but I wanted to write a post about how they can vary and why you need more than your average “ little black dress”.

Street Style: Sequin Pajamas With Stylish Fabrics

Pajamas ain't just for the bedroom anymore! Have you ever considered creating Pajamas that you can wear outside of the bedroom? We've witnessed this style the past few years and when I was given the opportunity to work with Stylish Fabrics (sponsored) I decided to make it happen.I used the Carolyn Pajama pattern for this project. I added 3" to the pant length because Mori would be wearing these pants with heels but I ended up removing 2" of the length in the end. I had to conceal all the seams with bias tape since I was going for the see-through look with this set. Adding the bias tape also stopped any sequins that were in the seams from touching the skin.

Sew Your Own Joggers Using This Easy Sewing Pattern

Hey happy people! Today I’m so excited to share my next project: it’s the Moji Pants pt II: At-Home Edition. I used this gorgeously soft stretch linen viscose to create another pair of the Moji pants (see my first version here) specifically to wear during this season of life when I’m staying home more and looking to keep cozy while I do so. The end result was these adorable jogger-style pants that I immediately became obsessed with!

Denim Shorts

Yes, women 50+ can wear denim shorts! This post will show you how.

How to Sew a Simple Tote Bag With Flat Bottom and Lining

Sewing a tote bag with flat bottom and lining is quicker and easier than you might think. There are many many tutorials out there on making a tote bag. I found two that I really liked and have modified those a bit to make the perfect sturdy tote bag. Let’s sew a tote bag! This post contains affiliate links.

Jazz up a Simple Chiffon Blouse “ Jersey Girl Knows Best”

Do you have a simple plain chiffon blouse?! I am going to show you how different necklaces totally change the look of this blouse. Are you ready for a style change...I know I am! Ready?! Let’s do this!

White Jeans: Yay or Nay?

White jeans yay or nay? Where do you stand?

How to Add Cold Shoulders to a Flannel Shirt in 1 Hour

The Fringe Dress From Chalk and Notch

Today I’ll be talking about the most amazing dress pattern hack I’ve done. The Fringe Dress from Chalk and Notch.

Make This Nifty Skater Dress Without a Pattern!

A skater dress has become a must-have clothing item to own in your closet. It’s flowy, it’s fun, and it’s the perfect style for almost any body type. I love sewing my own clothes, and I was inspired to make a DIY skater dress of my own since it’s so unbelievably easy to make. There’s nothing to it! The best part about this easy skater dress tutorial is that you don’t need a pattern; a fitting shirt will do! Ok, so let’s dive into this skater dress tutorial and let me show you how to make this timeless piece.

Want to Make the Perfect Jute Bag? Here’s How

Want to look like a beach girl? This jute bag is the perfect accessory for your outfit! If you ever wondered how to make handmade jute bags at home, this is the perfect, easy tutorial for you! This DIY jute bag actually looks store-bought, and you'd be surprised at how easy it is to make. So without further ado, let's get this jute tote bag tutorial started! Keep on scrolling!

How to Wear the Color YELLOW!!

Yellow is such an on trend color in fashion currently! It can certainly be intimidating but it doesn't have to! Here are several ways to incorporate this sunny hue into your outfits with just a little or a whole lot!!