It’s no lie that for me, styling and upcycling have everything to do with fashion and the love of clothing. I’ve never seen an outfit that I didn’t think twice about re-styling, re-wearing , re-vamping or…upcycling! Case in point with this adorable blouse (that I’m basically over with as is)– So…Time for a DIY!
Basically, just start off by cutting the sleeves, by rendering the top into a short sleeve top. You’ll be using these sleeves later as a cute detachable accessory for any other top you’d like to zsuzs up!
Then turn in those sleeves and sew them up to make pockets! Basicall the skirt is done…except that I decided to add two faux fur pieces I had on hand. They’re black- so I thought how cute would it be to just add them over the pocket slits! Gives it a cool western look I find. Just another conversation piece lol! And Voila!!
And here are those sleeves!! Once they were cut, all I had to do was give them a quick hem- that’s it! Basically, the elastic was already part of these- and- that’s all you really need to hold the sleeves up. Bam!
Here is the video clip for more details. You can see my whole process! And that includes glimpses of my new (vintage) sewing machine lol!!
I love doing this type of stuff and am actually considering giving workshops on upcycling wardrobes and creating new pieces with what’s left over, at my college when this pandemic thing finally let’s up.
Should I??
Anywayssss, this was SUPER EASY to do!! If you decide to give it a try, let me know!!
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What a fun upcycle! I love how you think.
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I appreciate that so much- Thanks Mireille! xx
You are very talented Lucy and love the results!
Lucy, can I come and take classes from you?! 😉 How fun would that be?
Lucy, you are a creative genius! I love how you can visualize new things from your old ones. What a fabulous result from this one little top that you were tired of! I am so inspired by you!
Shelbee
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