Thrifty Thursday - Spring Fever Refashion
With all of the traveling we've done in the last 2 months in addition to the holidays, I haven't had a chance to work on any refashions. I was really missing it this week, so I dug through my pile and found this.
Doesn't it look so great with those socks? ;-)
I loved how fun and bright the print was - and totally this Spring's Pantone colors! However, it was a bit big and a little too much fabric. It's hard to see in this pic, but it was a hi-low hem; longer in the back. First order of business was getting rid of shoulder pads and ripping out the sleeves!
Sleeves are gone!
Initially I thought that I'd go sleeveless, but when I looked at the sleeves I had just ripped out I got the idea to sew them back in the opposite way to make flutter sleeves!
The sleeves were still a little long for my liking, so I trimmed and hemmed them a bit more.
Next, I decided that I didn't want the big scoop neckline, so I turned it around backwards. I definitely needed to lose some length, but instead of chopping and hemming, I just gathered up the excess fabric in the front and Ta-Da!!!
I think my daughter caught me trying to keep the wind from knocking me over here, but it is a good shot of the front up close.
I really love how this turned out and I can't wait for Spring so I can wear it!
Before and After
What would you have done with this dress?
Oh, my JOY!!! I love this. Your creativity is inspiring!
ReplyDeleteThis mama is so proud!
ReplyDeleteWow! Awesome re-fashion!
ReplyDeleteSo perfect! You are amazing at this!!!
ReplyDeleteI've shortened curtains by gathering them to one side but never a dress!! ....so clever!
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
ReplyDeleteAmazing creativity, please share with us at http://www.fabifabu.com/2017/01/29/inspiration-galore-project-party-19/
ReplyDeletePerfect! Loved the end result.Thank you for sharing this with us @FuntasticFriday!
ReplyDeletelovely result,, you have a wonderful imagination. I can see your style blog in one of the national magazines someday. (but On-line is the most current thing, right?)
ReplyDeleteChris Miller, didn't know my name wouldn't post !!
DeleteAmanda, you are amazing with how you recreate, your dress turned out fabulous!!! kudos! I have spent some time going through your site browsing through and you have so much to share with others including the links to Noonday, what a wonderful organization to help so many women!!! Thank you for sharing your posts on Oh My Heartsie Girls Linkups each week, I appreciate it!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
Karren
wow! What a great transformation! Your re worked dress is younger, hipper and Modern! It's a gift to be able to do what you do! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
ReplyDeleteJeannee~ShepherdsandChardonnay
So cute. Great job!
ReplyDeleteTotally impressive! Love it! Pinning. Thanks so much for sharing with us this week on Brag About It!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful makeover, you have such talent! I am new to sewing but I might have to give this idea a try. If I ruin a goodwill dress, I won't be out much! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWow! I used to love to refashion clothes for myself and my girls. It's been a long time since I've done that, but I'm feeling inspired to start that up again. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness this is amazing! You are so talented with your mad restyle skills. I might have to rethink a few things hanging in my closet. Or that I find. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared.
ReplyDeleteLove how it is pulled together in the front. Perfect for Easter Sunday! Thanks for linking up with Funtastic Friday!
ReplyDeleteHey, Amanda! Just wanted to let you know that we loved your Refashioned Dress so much when you shared it at the #HomeMattersParty last week, we’ve FEATURED it THIS WEEK! Hope you can check it out when you get a sec. http://ourcraftymom.com/home-matters-linky-party-127/
ReplyDeleteAmandaI am so glad that #HomeMattersParty chose your post to be featured this week! I liked it so much that you were my nomination last week! Shows we both have great taste! Thanks for sharing! Great Dress Makeover!
ReplyDeleteJeannee
That is fantastic! Great transformation.
ReplyDelete:) gwingal
Wow!! That turned out soooo cool!! I love it, and now you have me wanting to find old dresses.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great make over! And it looks so good on you!
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