by Whitney | Sep 9, 2011 | 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...
by Whitney | Sep 9, 2011 | DiY |
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...
by Whitney | Sep 8, 2011 | Inspiration |
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....
by Whitney | Sep 7, 2011 | Creative Whims |
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...
by Whitney | Sep 1, 2011 | Outfits |
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...
by Whitney | Aug 31, 2011 | Flashback, Inspiration |
Never underestimate junk dealers, especially these two. I seriously try to watch Sanford and Son everyday, along with Hawaii-Five O (the original). Yeah I know, I’m a true oldie, but you have to admit these color sets I put together aren’t half bad....
by Whitney | Aug 30, 2011 | Designer Wear, Inspiration |
Adolph Schuman started Lilli Ann in San Francisco, California in 1934 after his wife Lillian. It is my understanding that he worked for MGM before launching his own line. Notice the sleeves and cinched waist that make the suits ultra feminine and stylish. These days...
by Whitney | Aug 24, 2011 | DiY, Outfits |
This is part II of an unofficial blouse series. Did you miss the first installment. While surfing, I ran across the YSL Fall 2011 collection. I’m not a name brand junkie, but there are a few brands that are consistently pleasing. So many of these pieces remind...
by Whitney | Aug 24, 2011 | DiY |
Make sure to view the after photo’s. This tutorial is easy. I’m a beginner and I finished it in an hour. (Please excuse the poor picture quality) Tools: Blouse. There are tons of these at thrift stores for dirt cheap. Pins Sewing Machine (Although very...
by Whitney | Aug 23, 2011 | Creative Whims, DiY, Inspiration |
I’ve been doing a lot of Autumn talk around here lately. My challenge is to give you all more DIY projects, vintage inspiration, and whatever else interest me, in the upcoming season. Check out my finds from the scrap exchange: I’m thinking envelope...
