Starting off the week with a different type of styling tip! Why not re-cycle or re-fashion something you love by somehow ‘crafting’ it? That’s exactly what I did with this little bustier!
First of all, it became too tight! But- I didn’t want to get rid of it- I find it was such a good layering piece. This is what it looked like before:
First I created a border for the length (needed more coverage and it was no longer good where it ended in my middle section). Then, I decided to open up one side (the other has a zipper so that’s too complicated). And I crocheted an extension! Then, in order to balance out the two sides, I crocheted two separate pieces and sewed them along the zipper sides. This created a more balanced illusion. By also stitching on a crochet border to the shoulder straps- my look became complete!
Et Voila!
My daughter says she’ll borrow it too (that’s always a good sign…or is it?). She, though, will wear it like a tank- nothing under- bless her cute little bod😊
If I have to be quite honest here- the crochet part was the easiest. I did have to use quite a bit of imagination to recreate and ‘make fit’ the idea I had in mind. But in the end, it all worked out!
You can watch my clip here:
If you’d like to see someone who is a real pro at this? Check out my goddaughter on Instagram: @CROCHETKAT27 She inspires me so much- hope I’m making her proud😊
As for my Styling Students; I’m challenging you this week with this! Remember our motto to Refashion and Rewear!
#Confessionoftheweek: Haven’t been confessing a great deal have I? Well, I’m back to say that as good as this may look…it wasn’t easy or quick at all. But I WILL attempt another such DIY for sure. I’m such a self-torturer!
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That looks great! You made it unique!
I really like it as a layering piece and love how you made it special! Tried crochet once, didn’t happen for me lol!
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I can’t believe that you crocheted your bustier!
I used to crochet but only made blankets and scarves!
You are so talented Lucy!
You are so talented Lucy!
I haven’t crocheted in 25 years!
The best I could do was blankets and scarves!
Thanks!!! But I’m no expert!! I think the last time I crocheted was about 20 years ago too! I dabbled here and there but since it’s back on trend, I just had to give it a go- Thanks so much:)
You are so creative Lucy! I would have never thought to do that. I absolutely love how it turned out.
XO,
Kelley
Lucy you’re very creative. I have a couple bustiers I can not part with either. I’m sure they don’t fit properly so I may do a little improvising now
My Best,
Nancy
Totally awesome, Lucy! Such a great way to upcycle a piece of clothing. I might have considered adding more fabric, but crochet has a little give to it, which would make a better and more comfortable fit. Brilliant!
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
Thanks Michelle- I was also wondering if it wouldn’t have been better to just add more material…and then coz I had nothing in my stash that caught my fancy- I gave this a try! It really is more comfy too! xx
I’m very impressed with your DYI and it looks great on you! I’m not sure I could do it, but you never know! Have the best day Lucy!
Thank you Suzanne! I have so much fun doing these:) xx Have the best day too!
What a unique look! Really cool and creative!
Thank you Shauna!
Lucy, I love this with the crochet trim. And now I want one of those crocheted bralettes to layer this way. I have always loved them but I could never pull them off. But layered the way you have is definitely inspiring me to try. Thanks for linking up.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Right?I mean there’s no way you’d catch me wearing this without a cute top layered under lol!!! Thanks! xx