Makeovers
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4th of July Vintage Toddler Dress Makeover
Some time ago, I got this vintage toddler dress from a seller on Instagram. It was priced low because the skirt was badly rust-stained, but I knew I could do something with it so I kept it until my oldest… Continue reading
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Quick & Easy Pullover to Cardigan Makeover for Christmas
Due to a crazy fall – deadlines, house renovation and moving, and a family loss – I have not sewn anything since the first week of October. This means I haven't even started on my Fall/Winter sewing list, and the… Continue reading
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Mini Makeover: Decorating a Thrifted Blouse 1950s Style
Today's post is the last one of the photos I took while on vacation in Oregon in August. It's hardly worth calling a makeover, but I decided to go ahead and share the process even though it's a simple one,… Continue reading
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Makeover: Maxi Dress with 1930s Inspiration
I hesitate to even call this a makeover, since it wasn't that involved. I didn't even get a "before" picture because I didn't think it would be worthwhile. But I found that even a little creativity can make a big… Continue reading
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Modeled: 1950s Polka Dot Ensemble
Last month I posted about the blue polka dot skirt I refashioned, and the 1950s blouse I made to match using the trimmings of the skirt for contrast. The process photos were just mannequin photos, but I since have had… Continue reading
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Polka Dot Skirt Makeover into 1950s 2 Piece
I've already mentioned that I've been searching for elastic waist skirts lately, and began to re-appreciate tiered skirts when I found the 1940s style Mexican skirt. Lately, still thinking along those lines, I pulled a skirt out of my closet… Continue reading
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Gray Skirt Makeover
This has been a very procrastinated-upon project. I started the makeover several months ago, then left it lay around without being finished for a long time. Finally I buckled down and finished it, and in less than a half-hour it… Continue reading
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