Hey everyone! As promised, I am here for another upcycling project!
This isolation period is pushing me to be craftier and more creative, and somehow creating my own bubble. Sewing and fashion upcycling is my go-to hobby whenever I am in a state of writer’s block. These activities help me to reboot my thoughts and be more comfortable until that brilliant idea pops.
Although my upcycling activities are already a good source of blog content, I am also interested in other topics beyond that.
And I cannot imagine giving up my love for upcycling and sewing, especially now that I finally bought my first sewing machine!
(Disclaimer: the previous sewing machine was loaned to me by my boyfriend’s Mom, and I already sent it back… after months of using it…so she can make her own DIY too!)
For today’s project, I used two old white sport’s shirts that were outgrown by the kids, and extra fabrics that Grandma gave to me last month.
These shirts are big enough to create a top and a skirt.
First, I removed the color and the buttons (saving them for a future DIY project), then I cut the other shirt across to make a skirt.
I used this white lace for my top and trace it to the sleeveless shirt, sewn them together. I also sewed the hemline and insert a garter.
For the skirt, I sewed together with the remaining sports shirt fabric long enough where I could attach the ruffles later.
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Next is cutting fabric strips (around 6 inches wide) to make some ruffles. Since I don’t have enough fabric, I decided to mix them all together (anyway they are the same type of fabric but different prints!).
Ruffles time!
Speaking of ruffles, it is my favorite designs in many dresses. I always find ruffles very girly and romantic and gives full life to a boring dress.
However, making these ruffles are quite tedious because I must connect scraps of fabrics making sure they are in the same measurements, etc. It needs true patience and focus!
I continued to attach the ruffles until I fully covered the white fabric. For the last layer of ruffles, I used a scrap white fabric (and I thought it is okay coz the top is color white after all).
And here is the finished design!
It turns out to be a romantic and girly look!
I also made a huge white scrunchie to pair with this dress.
Here’s how I styled this dress, after 5-days of consistently and patiently making it.
This quarantine period is truly making me appreciate more of slow lifestyle, enjoy what I want and that includes my hobbies, and create my own bubble. I know that one day, reality will hit and this bubble will burst, however before that happen, I won’t think about it coz I hate stress.
I’m just happy playing in our backyard with my cat! And she can’t help playing with my skirt, I reckon she loves the movement of those ruffles, hahaha.
For my fashion road test, I decided to pair them with this oversized jacket coz it was 10-degrees Celsius and makes me feel freezing! We walked all the way to Bunning’s to buy some home supplies when we met our neighbour’s adorable cat. He is so fluffy and huge! He is outside waiting for his master.
Got the reliable 3M hooks that I will use to organize our kitchen pantry cabinet.
What do you think of my latest DIY dress?
Absolutely gorgeous! I wish I was half as talented as you when it came to designing and recycling clothes!
ReplyDeleteThank you Renee for visiting my blog. I'm also thankful for my Mom for teaching me the basics of sewing. Pinterest is a good source of inspiration :)
DeleteYou have a great talent to transform old clothes into beautiful dresses. It looks beautiful and fresh! Great job
ReplyDeleteThank you Daniel! I'm currently working on my next upcycling project :)
DeleteThis is awesome idea to make something out of the things used in the house. It looks nice!
ReplyDeleteThank you Philomath!
DeleteHow beautiful! From one seamstress to another!! You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteThank you Dear! I love sewing so much :)
DeleteThat is such a commendable skill! It's great to know that you've been so productive while we're still on quarantine. You have great eye for design and I really love that look!
ReplyDeleteThank you Alyssa. Pinterest and watching Netflix are good source of inspirations too.
DeleteWau, great post and great idea, you are very resourcefull :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. More DIY projects to come :)
DeleteThis is such a genius idea. You are so talented in your sewing and designing skills.
ReplyDeleteAww I am humbled. I try my best to learn new things everyday.
DeleteOh I love this. I made my and my daughters tule skirts, so this is just so great.
ReplyDeleteAww wow that's cool! Tulle skirts reminds me of Carrie Bradshaw :)
DeleteI love that outfit! So creative. It is something that I would wear! Upcycling is awesome
ReplyDeleteUpcycling is the new black :) I love it!
DeleteThat is really nice what you did with those old clothes. You are really crafty.
ReplyDeleteThanks Steven!
DeleteYou are talented. Bravo. This style fits you very well. You look adorable.
ReplyDeleteThank you for appreciating my new DIY!
DeleteWell, all I can say that you really did a good job in making that dress, it's beautiful and I like it!
ReplyDeleteThank you Gervin!
DeleteWow, how creative! You are talented! What a great way to upcycle material.
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine, upcycling makes me happy and inspire to create more contents for my blog.
DeleteThis is so cute. You are relly a pro when it comes to upcycling clothing. And I love how you style them too.
ReplyDeleteawww I'm not a pro yet :D
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ReplyDeleteso innovatinve for this transformation. truly talented
Thank you for appreciating Sumit!
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ReplyDeleteIf only I knew how to use the sewing machine, I would undoubtedly try your suggestions. Also because beautiful outfit ideas always come!
Awww, it is not too late to try a new hobby :)
DeleteWhat a creative idea! I need to get better about upcycling my old clothes.
ReplyDeleteYes! It is very rewarding hobby :)
DeleteSuch a pretty skirt. What a great way to reuse fabric
ReplyDeleteI agree, and I am glad that I made something nice.
DeleteI love these ideas of yours to transform old clothes to new. I guess I can try them too.
ReplyDeleteOh you will enjoy it too!
Deletei love the ruffled skirt. what a great talent you are, BLAIR. Bravo on your talent and great work.
ReplyDeleteThis is so gorgeous! I love your final design so much. I am so impressed.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kathryn! I am currently working on a new upcycling design.
DeleteThat's so creative and sassy. I'm amazed how people can sew and turn a used or simple cloth into stylish dress that can be casual and for parties too. Really great job.
ReplyDeleteYes, I am thinking of wearing this to one of the upcoming bloggers' events soon.
DeleteWow! That was a really creative idea. The most up cycling I did was making masks with mismatched dicks and old bras. But this is really different.
ReplyDeleteThank you dearest!
DeleteWow, I am so impressed! I wish I had your sewing skills and creativity!
ReplyDeleteIt is a continuous learning :)
DeleteOh wow your clothing creations are really good and what you do is so clever for sure. Looking fab by the way x
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Melanie! I am inspired to make more upcycling projects and also helps to encourage our teens at home to appreciate more of their clothes and take good cake of them.
DeleteVery talented! Inspiration to actually start some DIY in the house!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It is my way of keeping myself productive while at home.
DeleteCongrats! Love the ruffles. It's so feminine. Love the choice of colors too.
ReplyDeleteThank you Emman! Pang summer and spring lang kaya ko :)
Deletewow you really nailed it, i love the ruffles on your skirt, it looks very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you Catha!
DeleteIt's amazing what you can do with old materials. The outfit is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThe trick I learn is use colorful fabrics. Even they are old, together when combined they all look like an art.
Deleteit looks awesome! I would totally order something like that! You are so talented
ReplyDeleteThank you Lyosha!
DeleteThis is so inspiring! I've been thinking about dusting off my old Singer machine and trying to do some small projects (it's been forever since I've used it) and I love how you upcycled in order to make this dress! Love the sneaker/blazer styling, too :)
ReplyDeleteOhh you should use your Singer machine :)
DeleteThis is an amazing and lovely way to reuse sports shirts..i just love ruffled type dresses they looks so adorable and gorgeous...you looks fabulous in this amazing outfit and the color suits much..🙂[World in Eyes]
ReplyDeleteAww thank you Jhangi. I still have some white button-down school uniforms here that are waiting to be upcycled :)
DeleteThis dress is fantastic! I especially love the mix of colours and prints on the ruffles. As my boys are growing our of their clothes, I need to start thinking about upcycling them more.
ReplyDeleteAt first, I tried to sell them for FREE online, however no one seems wants them. But I don't want to them to the bins, so the best way it to upcycle them.
DeleteOh my gosh I love it! What a great idea! We called these "ra-ra" skirts when I was growing up! Love that this was refashioned too!
ReplyDeleteOhh wow that is a cute name for this skirt "ra-ra" :D
DeleteWow. This freaking amazing. Love the colors or the dress and I am sure it is pretty popular.
ReplyDeleteaww thank you for appreciating!
DeleteAnother stylist clothes there Blair. Your really know your stuff. You look fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThank you Neil! I am enjoying so much upcycling :)
DeleteOh my goodness! You’re so talented girl! Love how you turn fabric into an amazing outfit
ReplyDeleteThanks babe! More upcycling projects soon :)
DeleteThis is so creative! I would never have thought this skirt was sport shirts at a time!
ReplyDeleteThank you Nyxie, I have another sport shirt in green color waiting to be processed.
DeleteThis is so creative! You would never tell that it used to be a sports shirt! You are insanely clever!
ReplyDeleteawww I am humbled.
DeleteMaaaan, you are so good at styling clothing! I wish I could do it like you!
ReplyDeleteoh wow, you're super creative!!! I loooooove the dress idea, looks amazing on you, love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you Chad!
DeleteThis is really creative and not only that but it turned out to be really nice. Good job.
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cute idea. I would have never thought to do that.
ReplyDeleteAwww sewing makes me unleash my creativity.
DeleteI love how creative this is. Everything looks good. Loving it!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Algene :)
DeleteThis looks so good! Not sure I could do this, but, for what it´s worth, you did a great job
ReplyDeleteI love that you are giving new life to old clothing and fabrics. Very creative!
ReplyDeleteSomething that I love most!
DeleteI could never pull off that look. You look amazing and the fact that this is sustainable wear just makes it even better.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kathy!
DeleteYou've done an amazing job! You're so talented :)
ReplyDeleteLouise x
aww thank you dear, and more projects to come.
DeleteGreat project, I agree with ruffles being girly and pretty!
ReplyDeleteI go gaga for ruffles :)
DeleteThat is super cool dress. You are a fashion model. I love your style and your attitude on the picture. Really makes you good model.
ReplyDeleteawww thank you Papa Jack! Dito lang ako sa blog ko mag-model , hahahaha
DeleteI personally love the last style you featured. That one with oversized coat with your hair in a pony tail. You look so classy and trendy. Great upsizing!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you dear!
DeleteYou are really engaged to sewing na talaga Miss blair. Look at these ruffles, it looked so sophisticated, and then there's the vest it looked so classy. Sewing is indeed a good time investment and as a hobby. Looking for more of this content.
ReplyDeleteThanks Franze! Our movements are still restricted so focus muna ako sa hobby na ito. Nakakatuwa kasi kahit ako na-surprised din sa result :)
DeleteI've been upcycling my dresses also pero thru crocheting.I want to learn sewing also. Your skirt looks amazing, I wanna dance Conga! ❤️
ReplyDeletehahaha thanks dear!
Deleteyou are so talented! i would never think of this hahahaa!!! but seriously, if can be worn nga sa mga formal occasions!
ReplyDeleteyes pwedeng pwede!
DeleteOMG! Ang ganda! You have a talent ah! I love the designing and choice of color! From a simple shirt to a fabulous dress. Amazing work! Congratulations also to your first sewing machine! To more beautiful dresses!
ReplyDeleteThank you Karla! Eto maraming naghihintay na outgrown clothes for upcycling :)
DeleteI love the colors you choose to what you upcycle! Upcycled fashion was given light too here in BAguio City a few months ago. The artists here held competition in Upcycled fashion :)
ReplyDeleteawww that is wonderful! Hope many artists and designers will push for more upcycling.
DeleteYou're a visionary. The dress looks amazing like i would have smome extra fun wearing that because of the ruffles. Hahaha. Wish i knew how to make dresses
ReplyDeleteThank you Christian! Ruffles is always in-style :)
DeleteWow! You are sooo talented at this! I wish I had the ability to make something like this, but I'm not good at sewing, or even imagining designs. 😍
ReplyDeleteThank you for appreciating my latest upcycle project. More to go!
DeleteI love the floral print! It looks perfect for summer or spring! I wish i’m as talented as you are or i know how to operate a sewing machine.
ReplyDeleteHi Hazel! It is never too late to learn :)
DeleteWhat!! You are extremely creative! I wish I could sew also to upgrade my fabrics. The colors look good on you also
ReplyDeleteLove it! I wish I also have a talent like yours. I really wanted to try DIY fashion too, but I am hesitant. Haha! I also don't have knowledge in sewing. :D
ReplyDeleteHi Elaine! Don't feel hesitant, fashion is another way of expressing your feelings. It is also an art.
DeleteAng ganda ng ruffled skirt! Yung feeling na sana may talent din ako sa ganyan. ��
ReplyDeleteawww, Thank you for appreciating my work!
DeleteVery creative and chic! I love how versatile you are paring the new garment with different styles of shoes. The ruffles are amazing, you did such an amazing job!
ReplyDeleteThank you dear! I will share more upcycling projects to come.
DeleteVery creative in upcycling project for old dress. Love the design and color combination of the ruffles.How long you finish this project?
ReplyDeleteThank you dear! I think it took me 5days of meticulous ruffling! hahaha. Also I've been doing my other hobbies like gardening :)
DeleteWow thats so cute! You're so talented!
ReplyDeleteThank you Veronika!
Deletei really like your work, my dear. I wish I have your talent, too. your pieces look professional and you even wear them outside for shopping. truly love this!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you Wendy! There is no limit on creating :)
DeleteYour hands are so great in creating fashionable items! Would love to collab. Gaganda eh!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you dear!
DeleteGood for you! You did a wonderful job with the materials you had. It's a fun summer dress too. Elizabeth O
ReplyDeleteYes I had so much fun sewing and also modelling my creations.
DeleteThe ruffle dress is so gorgeous! I love reading this type of content. You really inspires me to learn how to stitch and revamped old clothes! - www.nicolesanmiguel.com
ReplyDeleteThank you Nicole for appreciating my blog and diy :)
DeleteHello Blair! First of all, I love your unique style and ootd shots here! It's like it came out of a chic vintage magazine but you placed some modern tweeks in it! I hope to see more of your outfits! Frustration ko din ang mag fashion design but I have too much on my plate for now haha I really admire your hard work on all the outfits I've seen in this blog. Your dedication really shows through the outfits. Keep it up and I can't wait for more!
ReplyDeleteaww thank you Mariella! Yes will share many upcycling transformations :)
Deleteomg this is so so cute!! I always love your posts on upcycling. Such an awesome way to turn old clothing into beautiful pieces. More please!
ReplyDeleteYes I have lots of upcycling projects to share, currently processing my blog about them.
DeleteAs look at your upcycling projects I want to learn how to sew. Those ruffles really are something!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lyosha!
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