Inspiration From Forever 21

My daughter found a beautiful top from Forever 21 but the color she wanted was out. So I decided to make her the garment in the color she wanted.

Wedding Dress Alterations

A lot of brides prefer to have a dress with a long train, and those dresses are beautiful. Unfortunately, dresses with long trains are not very comfortable to wear during the whole wedding day, especially when dancing. One of the most popular wedding dress alterations is creating a certain type of bustle so a train can be hooked up to the dress to allow more freedom of movement.


Here is one version of how you can alter a wedding dress...

Just Cute Tops

I've liked the idea of using the same pattern to create at least two different versions of the same garment, and this is no exception. I created two tops that can be worn off the shoulder or as a regular top. My girl had great fun modeling them for me. :)

Kentucky Farm Inspiration

This past week I had a unique chance to visit a Snug Hollow farm in Kentucky. Country style living without a TV, homemade food, and gorgeous Kentucky mountain views were very inspiring to create something special. For more information visit www.snughollow.com

Thrift Store Treasures

Here's another example of why I like to go to thrift stores, I like to buy things and get inspired to transform them into something better.

Geometric Lookbook for Little Girls

I have always preferred using fabrics with geometric prints like polka dots, stripes, and plaid, which in my opinion have a timeless feel.

Ideas to Repurpose Drawcord

The final look.

How it all started.

Create your own pattern.

Apply drawcord and seed bead.

Details close-up.