Did you think I’d let another week go by without a DIY- I’m trying not to! I may not post one every single week…but would you believe me if I told you I have a basket filled to the brim just waiting for me to transform what’s in it? Yes, it’s true.
Oh well, one thing at a time. Today, I’m gonna show you what used to be pants- and how they became a top! Because they were mid-calf, I decided to give some length by adding some black lace. Then I cut the crotch part and turned that into the neckline. Sewed up all hems and flipped my garment bottom- up- and there it was: A brand new top!!
Check out my fun reel.
Next, This week I joined a challenge for ‘trends in your closet’ on Instagram. This one encourages you to shop what you own and find something that’s trending right now. There’s a list. So, I basically ticked off a few boxes with 70’s leather, a vest, and texture! Here’s one look:
I also got to style up a fantastic Joseph Ribkoff top for 1ere Avenue. I’m super crazy about this peacock color!! And- the fit is soo good. It’s part of their Fall collection, but honestly, this one can be worn all year-round (well at least here in Montreal it can!)
Besides that, still trying to finish up reading Jean-Claude Poitras’ book (Montreal designer 60’s-90’s). Note: It’s in French. Looking forward to posting a review if I can ever find time to finish it!!
And, if you’re into horoscope fashion, this week I wrote a post on Libra Fashion! You can read that here:
I want to say a big Thank you to Jess of Elegantly Dressed and Stylish for featuring me! These silver booties were the stars of my monthly collab for the Thrifty Six. And also a big Thank you to Michelle of My Bijou Life Online for featuring me wearing this shocking pink jacket (turns out it was quite the hit!)
And now onto my Favourite Fashionista Diva from last week’s Linkup Party is…Andrea from Living on Cloud Nine9 for her exquisite look! How gorgeous is this jumpsuit?!! So feminine and chic- and that colour is so perfect on her! Double whammy for the handbag that pairs that look so stylishly- they were made for each other. Love!!
My Favourite Linkup Read of the Week was by, Beth of Sass For Short for her post : Scent of the Season – What’s Good for You
And now Lovelies…Are you ready for a Fabulous Friday’s Linkup Party??! PLEASE LINK UP YOUR POSTS WITH ME!!!
You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!CLICK HERE TO ENTER
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD! THE MORE THE MERRIER!! THANKS XX
Have a Great Weekend Everyone!!!
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(Click on the Links below to see where I go read, comment and link up every week!)
MONDAY LINKS
The Ageless Style Link Up- The first Monday of every month
TUESDAY LINKS:
Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas
Jenerally Informed
WEDNESDAY LINKS:
Jersey Girl Texan Heart
Straight A Style Blog
My Purple World – Oh My Heartsie Girl
THURSDAY LINKS:
Doused in Pink and Curly Crafty Mom
Thursday Moda by Elegance & Mommyhood
My Bijou Life Online 1-Creative Compulsions AND 2-Traffic Jam
FRIDAY Links:
I also do a Link Party every Friday! Confessions of a Montreal Styling Diva
I’m amazed at your DIYs – you are so talented! The Ribkoff tunic is absolutely gorgeous, the fit and the colour! Thanks for the link up darling girl xx
Oh thanks so much my beautiful friend xx
Amazing how you think outside the box to create something new! Cool pants to blouse diy! The tunic is very pretty!
http://www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com
Thank you Mireille- I can’t believe how easy this is to do. I’ll definitely be doing this kind of DIY again xx
Your clothing remake is totally awesome! Enjoyed your challenge photos – trending in your closet – and I love that turquoise top. So feminine.
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
MIchelle thank you so much for your support and enthusiasm- you inspire me to do more! Have a great weekend xx
OMG! You are so crazy clever, Lucy!! I love how you see new possibilities in clothing!
xx Darlene
Haha!! Isn’t it fun?! I’m addicted and will have to do this again! xx
I cannot believe that top used to be pants, that is so cool!! I love the lace sleeve detail!
Lee | LegalLee Blonde </a
Thanks so much- it was so fun to do!
Wow super impressive. It looks awesome!
XX Angelica
https://eraenvogue.com
Thank you so much Angelica!
My friend, you are so incredibly creative! I always love seeing all the new creations of yours here and on Instagram stories. I am so honored that you would feature me today. Have a beautiful weekend my love!
Thanks so much Andrea! I’m so happy you’re enjoying my DIY’s- and of course I featured you; you look amazing!! Ho! xxe you’re having a great weekend xx
I absolutely love how you transformed those pants! They look fantastic on you as a top!
Thanks so much Laura- this was so much fun! xx
You are so talented, friend!! Moreso than I will ever be! Love those transformed pants!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
It’s actually so easy- I’m not particularly skilled or anything, I just love changing things up. Thanks so much Carrie xx
What an amazing DIY, Lucy! It looks almost easy enough for me to try without a sewing machine! And what a very cool top those pants turned out to be. I am loving all of your styles in this post so much! Thanks for linking up, my friend!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Shelbee- try it!!! It’s super super easy and fun! Thanks xx
Such a fun DIY! that finished top looks so good, you’re so creative! 🙂
Thanks so much for joining the #WeekdayWearLinkup! Hope that you had a wonderful weekend 🙂
That was such a fun DIY! From pants to a top…who would have thought lol!! Thanks!
What an amazing transformation – it’s hard to believe the top used to be pants!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
Thank you!! xx
Lucy, that DIY is absolutely incredible!! I never would have guessed you made it out of pants. I also have a basket of things to alter/DIY, but since I only just learned how to sew, I’m not sure how many of them I can actually do, haha! Great job.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
Thank you Grace!! And go ahead and attack your pile- sewing skills or not- you’ll learn along the way, I promise. It’s so fun! xx