Category: Clothes

Recycling Scarves Into Couture Dresses

10/23/2013

Hello sewers (and non sewers) that have a closet full of unused silk scarves. I have a great DIY dress to make with them fast and easy.

This design was inspired by a dress worn by Kate Hudson. I love Bohemian fashion. How it flows, with contrasting patterns, uneven hems, the escential hippie look. It's also fun, fashionable and most importantly...comfortable.

What I desire to wear, I try to recreate simple and cheap. Because I also don't have a lot of time raising my two year old with little patience. So recycling my old scarves made it inexpensive, and fairly simple. I first chose a color scheme of navy, red & gold. And separated those scarves into my working pile. I chose two of my favorite scarves for the front of the dress.

First take one corner of eash scarf and hand sew them together (You can also use a button or clasp). This will be the top back part of the dress.

Next sew the two scarves together where you would like the bust line to fall.

*Tip*

I saved the excess fabric to fill the hem line.

Next take your other scarves to fill in the gaps.

The back is going to be a bit more trick cause you need to put in the zipper. It will probably end up at an angle with the random pieces seven together.

I folded and sewed a piece of scarf around the bust line to give it more structure (and hide mistakes). Then garnished it with some bling, crystals hand sewen on for the finishing touch.

I left the hem long, frayed and untouched. I wanted to keep that raw fresh sewen feeling.

I showed off my designer scarf dress at the Minneapolis Ivey Awards. An award show appreciating the local talented artists in the theater world.

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Leather! Fall 2012

10/29/2012

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I am so in love with the fall leather scene from burnt red to burgandy, and of course the all purpose black. The fall leather comes in skinny jeans, tank tops, dresses, shorts, and of course your fall staple the leather coat.

Follow me on Pinterest to see more of my favorite fall fashions -
Emily Moore

The Leather Skinny Pant

It has been a long ten years since I last wore leather pants. I am more than ready to grease up the gams for a reunion. Although I have yet to buy a pair of the slimming skinny leather pant that is splattered in every fall fashion magazine. I have to either alter my vintage boot cuts to skinny, invest in the high priced designer leather, or settle for the reasonable vegan legging. I simply haven't found the bargain yet for those real leather skinny tight jeans. So in the mean time I will have to settle for the vegan friendly pair. I don't want to miss out on all the fun wearing these daring threads that only rock stars get away with. If you ever secretly wanted to wear the lower leather the time is now! Here are some of my favorite fashions featuring the skinny leather jean!

The Leather Top

Many celebrities have been sporting this fabulous trend. I find the leather tank a fresh new look on the staple with a fun rocker subtext. Clean with a rough edge, and also sophisticated minus the stuffiness that sometimes follows. You can add this look to your wardrobe for all occasions. Paired with a hot mini skirt and bling for a girls night out. Or perhaps with faded jeans, boots and a cardigan to run your errands casual but still stylish. Or maybe you're looking for that one push to help you stand out from the rest with that interview. Just enough leather peeking out from your standard suit. Either way you're investing in a top that rocks and will continue rocking for generations to come.

The Leather Dress

On a similar note with the leather tank this fall season also features itself on the leather dress. This dress I find is also another big trend for celebrities this fall season. You can grab this sexy fitted glove of a dress at any department store. That is if it hasn't already flown off the racks. Missed the boat? There is a great alternative. Dresses embelished with a touch of leather. It comes in varieties such as leather tops, bottoms, patches, hems, belts or seams. These can also be found at a more modest budget for those looking to save a penny. Looking to DIY? Check out your local thrift store. I used an old pair of leather jeans and added a leather hem to a dress I never wore, and now I can't wear it enough.

The Leather Skirt

The Leather Short

This is one of my favorite fall looks when paired with hose of any style. They are great to wear a night on the town when you want to feel flirty and fabulous. A great DIY project for those old leather pants hanging in the back of your closet. These are also a great piece to flare up with a bit of embelishment from studs, crystals or metallic stiching.

The Leather Jacket

The leather jacket...need I say more. It's all seasons, timeless, a must have staple for everyones wardrobe. Here are some of my favorite styles to wear for this cooling season.

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Scrap-booking your favorite looks Part 2

12/15/2010

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Last weekend Minnesota experienced a historical snow storm dropping 17 inches or more. Most of us were trapped in our houses starving for things to do, so I decided to go through the fashion magazines piling up under my coffee table. I cut out many of my favorite inspiring winter looks to share with you. I just adore the chunky boots, (faux) furs, muted colors, skinny pants, & layering looks.

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Yellow Tag Sale @ Herbergers

7/15/2010

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Yesterday I ran into an amazing sale at Herbergers department store. I just couldn't pass this one up so I took a gander at what they had to offer. I found many great items but the ones I took home were delightful deals. My favorite purchase would have to be the ever so comfortable leather sandals. I haven't taken them off my feet since I bought them. I also picked up two other pairs of shoes and a couple of colorful scarves. Below I have listed the original and clearance prices. If you need to purchase anything in the next few days I highly recommend checking out this department store. They have everything!!

MIA Leather Sandals "Hayat" Original Price - $49.00 - Purchase Price - $14.40
Nine West Gold High Heels "Barbe" Original Price - $69.00 - Purchase Price - $20.40
Sporto Original Boots Original Price - $75.00 - Purchase Price - $22.40
Scarves Original Price - $28.00 - Purchase Price - $4.99