Flipped | Grandma’s Skirt to Blouse {DIY}

Flipped | Grandma’s Skirt to Blouse {DIY}

Actually I’m not sure if this is a blouse but lets roll with it. Remember the day I went shopping in my grandma’s closet, well I pulled out a skirt she’d made years ago. That skirt is now apart of my “blouse” collection.  Check out the...

Tutorial | Grandma’s Skirt to Blouse

Let me begin with my inspiration. While skimming vintage ads I ran across this: Find more of the “wrapped clothing” series in the LIFE Archives. You Will Need: 1. Fabric (Mine measured 56×34 inches. However, you can judge this based on your size and...
Vintage Inspiration | Vogue March 1963

Vintage Inspiration | Vogue March 1963

Here’s what I spotted in the above photos: 1. Update a blouse with contrasting buttons. 2. & 3. Forget the front, add flair to the back with soft ruffles or a cutout. 4. Outline a deep V (similar to my previous DIY) with color. Don’t forget the collar....

Replenished

In order to do more around here, I need more stuff. I am forever grateful to have a grandmother who throws absolutely nothing away. Oh the stories I could tell. Either way, when I’m strapped for cash, I have a running tab at her “store”. Here are a...
Color Wheel

Color Wheel

With Fall fast approaching, cool mornings & hot hot hot afternoons, I’m pulling out every bit of color I can. When I first purchased this skirt, I was hesitant to wear it in public. He he, silly me. We all have our “uh, stupid” moments.  While I...