If you can recall the late 80's you know that track/jogger sets were all the rage. Well... they have made a comeback!
Can't say that I am disappointed because who doesn't love an easy outfit idea that can be styled in multiple ways.
Not only is a set a perfect way to be comfortable and cozy, but it is also an easy way to dress up or down.
Here it is in the most basic of forms. A loungewear idea with a pair of fluffy slippers. A set makes it easy to be presentable even in your own home. No need to rush to the bedroom to look semi-decent when the company arrives unannounced!
This is an athleisure-inspired style. Easy to style with a jean jacket, hat, and tennis shoes for an errand day look. Then when all the work has been done, pop off your accessories and throw on your slippers for an "around the house" lounge look.
This is my "throw on a fancy coat" style. Somehow an upscale jacket makes a not-so-fancy set look on point! It doesn't have to be a peacoat it can be a coat, in general, but I'm a lover of brown and black combos!
So versatile and comfy! Love these looks - they all look so different.
Change it Up. Revamp. Restyle. Recycle. Renew.These Velvet Drapes are Tired.They are So Ready to Leap Off the Windows and See the World.
The neon trend was one of my favorites as a kid, so I was thrilled when it came back in the summer Neon colors aren’t just for summer though, so here are four ways to wear it in each season
If you have not heard of sashiko before it is a Japanese word describing embroidery frequently used to repair clothes with patches. It is simple running stitches made by hand. Sashiko is usually made with white thread on indigo fabric. I have been contemplating making a dress adorned with sashiko inspired stitching for some time.I am frequently inspired to complete a project by the prospect of entering a competition, this time it is Dressmaker of the Year being run by the UK Sew magazine . One of the categories is upcycling, another everyday chic. Now is the time to make the dress and submit an entry.My inspiration to make a dress out of an old curtain, dyed indigo and then hand stitched inspired by sashiko.
I don’t know about you, but I love a good no-sew tutorial. However, I often find that no-sew patterns tend to be a little flimsy, especially if they use fabric glue. But I came across this tutorial from Blueprint DIY, and it looked fantastic. It is both no-sew and no-glue, and I decided to give it a try. The results were pretty impressive, so I’d like to share the process with you.
Repair your damaged and worn out clothing with a mending technique inspired by Japanese sashiko stitching.
I found an almost perfect v-neck sweater at the thrift store. I liked the color and fit, but I didn’t like the plunging neckline. To fill the void across the chest, I added a lace up tie. It only took me a few minutes to do with a grommet kit, and there was NO SEWING required.
Do you remember the 80’s cartoon, Jem? I used to love that show as a kid and I wanted to makes some fun Jem inspired earrings. You can wear these earrings as part of a a full costume on Halloween or just went you want some pink sparkly bling with your outfit!
In the fall of 2017, I sewed this sweatshirt and fell in love with it. Thanks to it, I also started to like another color - mustard, this color just enchanted me and I never stopped loving it.
Today we’re talking about how to make fabric flower headbands. Now, you can’t tell by the 2 1/2 feet of snow in my backyard at the time, but spring is coming. In fact while through my daughter’s room yesterday and I found a treasure. It was a DIY flower headband I made for one of her animals some time ago. I had a little inspiration lightning bolt and put together this easy to sew tutorial for you. These simple fabric flower headbands are a quick little project you can make from scrap fabric. These would make a great wearable addition to an Easter basket. This is a fun, anything goes project that’s suitable for beginning sewists on up. Make your fabric flowers simple or make them as elaborate as you want, you cannot mess this up! First we’ll talk about what you need to make your DIY flower headband. After that, we’ll walk through how to make fabric flower headbands step by step.
I thrifted this beautiful crochet, chevron blanket which I wanted to upcycle into bell-bottoms- so I gave it a shot!
Happy, happy FriYAY! I hope you've hada beautiful week so far. Today, I am sharing an adorable short sleeve a-line summer dress that I freaking love! You could’ve fooled me and told me it was designer, I think it is that good.
Have you ever had a pair of sandals that you felt were missing something? I had a pair of black woven leather sandals that were nice, but they were screaming for some character.So when I was cleaning out a box of broken/unwanted jewelry I decided it was time to do a DIY thrift flip and use the old beads and stones to spice up my shoes. This took about 15 minutes and was free and super easy to do!
Looking great does not have to be expensive! Here are five ways to style an $8 T-Shirt from Target using staple pieces you already have in your closet.
Belts, belts, belts! So many colors, so many sizes, so many textures and patterns! I love belts and I have several😁. I don’t use a belt in the traditional sense or for the original purpose of a belt (to keep your breaches from falling down), I use belts as an accessory or accent piece of my wardrobe. Sometimes, when I buy a belt it’s not quite the right size so I even have a belt hole puncher to fix that problem 😊 Ready?! Let’s do this!
I’m not sure about you, but for me, spring felt like it would never arrive. And now that it’s here, I am itching to bust out my floral dresses and sandals and pack away the bulky sweaters. But first, I have to clean out my closet, something I both love and dread. I try to do this twice a year - once now and again in the winter time, when I’m naturally moving things around and thinking about what I wore and didn’t wear. Here are a few of the tips I personally recommend to make this experience as efficient and enjoyable as possible!
Someone gave me a necklace like this. I loved it so much that I decided to make them for everybody for Christmas one year. I used Ladder Ribbon Yarn* and this is how I did it.
Hello Readers. When I am looking for a fun top sometimes the best place to look is at the dresses in my refashion stash. A fun dress can make a really fun top.
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.
Hang up those oversized sweaters, spring is here!! Luckily living in the south, it already feels like spring/summer here, but I grew up in the mid Atlantic, so I know how one day it’ll be 40° and the next day 75° No matter where you live, I’ve got four different outfit ideas to take you into the season in colorful style
Time to up your fashion game! I've listed 5 simple style tips to help you to elevate your look, no matter your budget.
I have always love linen fabric because it stays cool and is breathable on hot days. However, you do have to make sure to iron/steam linen clothing as it wrinkles easily and can look untidy. I was able to score these linen pants from Old Navy for less than $15 and was eager to try them. I feel in love because they are so comfy and basically feels like you are wearing pajamas, but of course a lot more chic! Here are 4 ways to style linen pants for the Spring! Which what is your favorite? Let me know if the comments below!!
Have you been thinking of trying the wide leg jeans this season? If so, I've put some looks together that are wearable and cute! My wide leg jeans are from the Scoop Brand at Walmart. They are not only on trend, but also affordable! These looks I've put together could also work for wide leg cropped jeans and bell bottom jeans.
Have you ever experienced sewing FOMO? After seeing Indigo after Indigo flood my IG feed, I knew I had to give in and sew one of these gorgeously flowy dresses up for myself! Once I got my hands on this swishy Lady McElroy crepe fabric with a vintage-inspired floral pattern, I knew the two were a match made in Heaven.
Have a white, boring shirt that you don't like? Instead of letting it lie in your closet and collect dust, you can transform it into a masterpiece! This beautiful tie-dye shirt is like nothing you've seen before because there are also cute embellishments and artwork to make it look extra special. I'll guide you on how to make a painted tie-dye shirt, so what are you waiting for? Grab your materials, and let's get creative!
I tried to recreate the branded top using the t-shirt that I already have at my home. Have a look how it turned out?
Are you going to the beach? Going for a hike? Or simply want to look cool and funky? It’s no secret that bucket hats are super cute! You can sew a bucket hat in just 2 hours and have a fun accessory to your everyday wear that is both stylish and functional, shielding you from the harmful sun rays. Also, this easy bucket hat is interchangeable, meaning you’ve two prints to show off! All you need is your sewing machine, two printed fabrics, and my bucket hat pattern that’s linked in the tools and materials section above. Ready to make your own DIY bucket hat?
Looking for a great way to use up some of that scrap fabric? These basic DIY hair accessories are the perfect solution. Check out my tutorial for some ideas for easy projects that can be done with just some scrap fabric and a few sewing notions.
Deconstructed high-rise denim are all the rage this spring, especially those with wider-legs. I mean, long live skinny jeans, amirite? But it's okay adding a little variety to your closet. And if you want to only pick one "mom jean" style, I recommend these from American Eagle. They carry extended sizing plus short and long lengths. And they can add to your wardrobe in so many ways.You can dress them up with heels...
Spring is in the air!! Sharing a few favorite Target dresses that are perfect for Spring and are all budget friendly!! All dresses can be found on my LIKEtoKNOW.it page, linked here
Styling joggers seems like the activity of the year since the world has gotten more casual. This isn’t my first pair of joggers, but this pair made me think I should showcase them for different occasions.Now, I’m sure you could get many different definitions of joggers, but for me, I think of them with ribbing at the ankle, and an elastic waistband to give a looser fit. Basically the 2020 version of the yoga pant, LOL! I do see some without the gathering at the ankle.The biggest takeaway I’d like to point out is not all joggers are created equally. There are many that are basically sweatpants. The material, the fit and the details can make a huge difference. AND they don’t all have to be black. Insider tip: I removed the drawstring on my previous pair. It’s an easy alteration!!So let’s start with the most obvious ways of styling joggers and then I’ll throw in the wild card option. In fact, there's a 5th way to style these same joggers on my site too.
I love buying a new dress when I attend weddings but it can get expensive!! I’m sharing a budget friendly black dress that is cute and versatile!! Perfect for weddings or even the office!
Scrunchies are no longer a thing of the past, and I am so excited to start making a few creative ones of my own. Find your favorite fabrics, use some leftover scraps, or just cut up any old clothing, because this tutorial will teach you how to sew hair scrunchies on your own!
All you need is a few simple supplies, a kiln to fuse the glass together and you can create gorgeous wearable art.
Join me on this awesome sewing adventure where I’m going to show you how to sew DIY socks. DIY socks are great because you can get that snug, cozy fit every time! I will also supply you with a DIY socks pattern, so you won’t need to go scouring the internet or your local sewing store for one. I have it all covered! I also want to add that this is a great way to use up all your scrap fabrics! So get your materials ready and let’s make a pair of socks, baby!
Today, I’m going to show you a few different methods and variations for how to make homemade shoelaces to add a little spice to your sneakers. The first two methods use woven fabric or bias tape (that you’ve either bought or made) and require a sewing machine. The third method is no-sew, using an upcycled t-shirt, which has been turned into t-shirt yarn. You can download my PDF for an explanation on how to measure the amount of fabric you’ll need for this project here.
Everyone has those articles of clothing that they love, but for one reason or another, they just don’t lay right. But don’t get rid of them just yet. Here are a few styling tips and tricks on how to fix those little bothersome problems, and perfect your look.
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