Aug 13
It’s finished. It has pockets and a slight tulip shape. This was fashioned almost entirely from the bottom ruffle of the dress.
To cinch the waist but leave a little wiggle room, I made it so that the waistband wraps around from the back and ties in the front. Does that even make sense? Anyway, I can tie it in a bow or twist it (as it is in the picture) or whatever. Maybe even a brooch could hold it together on the side.
I think it could be 2 inches shorter. Because less is more. ;)
August 13th, 2009 at 9:59 am
You did it! So cute! Knew it would be.
August 13th, 2009 at 10:01 am
Aw, thanks, Sue!!! :)
August 13th, 2009 at 11:11 am
wow your refashions are really inspiring! you do such a great job at making shapes simple, clean and cute. I esp liked your jean jumper skirt? I’m wanting to sew something like that for my daughter and still trying to get my nerves up to use some Rit on my clothes. I have a pile of clothes waiting to be dyed. hopefully I’ll get the courage up soon. :) thanks for all the inspiration.
August 13th, 2009 at 11:18 am
WOWzers!!!! awesome, and yes 2 inches shorter would be awesome
August 13th, 2009 at 11:29 am
I love it! It’s the perfect refashion for that type of fabric! Personally, I think the length is just right, but I don’t particularly like short skirts so what do I know. Either way, you did an excellent job!
Btw, I’m celebrating my 100th blog post today and I’m hosting a giveaway! All are welcome to enter, to feel free to stop by :)
August 13th, 2009 at 1:25 pm
Skirt=awesome, is there a zipper in it? Buttons? I think I need to hit the Salvation Army right now…!
August 13th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
That skirt looks wonderful on you. Great job!
August 13th, 2009 at 1:56 pm
Wow, i Love it, makes me want to learn how to sew!
August 13th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
love it!!
August 13th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Love!!! It is sooo great and looks great on you! I wish I had the courage to re-fashion items, but I guess working with thrift store buys is the perfect way to start.
August 13th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Hooray for you! It’s very cute.
August 13th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
I LOVE it.
August 13th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
That looks so great! Great project - what will you do with all the other yardage? ;)
August 14th, 2009 at 1:22 am
great refashion! And cute with the black tank. Well done!
August 14th, 2009 at 9:28 am
Love it! This looks so much better than it did as a dress!
August 14th, 2009 at 11:45 am
i love it too!
even though it would look even more nowish with a pastel top.
August 14th, 2009 at 12:17 pm
I am impressed. I will be pleased if I can eventually sew that well.
August 14th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
I couldn’t fathom how you would get this to work, but OMG, it works! It is fantastic. I love how you paired it with the black turtleneck. I think it would also go well with a nice black cowl neck tank top. LOVELY!
August 15th, 2009 at 4:25 pm
The skirt is SO much better then the dress! I love how you saw potential in the dress and finished the project! Great job.
August 16th, 2009 at 9:13 am
That skirt turned out terrific!
August 17th, 2009 at 6:43 am
LOVE! The skirt is fabulous…serious inspiration for turning something less beautiful into a thing of beauty! Ohhh to have the sewing skills you have!
August 19th, 2009 at 11:25 am
FABULOUS!!!!! I cannot get over this refashion!!
I added it to our link luv this week:
http://www.luvinthemommyhood.com/2009/08/link-luv-roundup_19.html
Thanks for sharing!
September 9th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
I LOVE this!!! Do you have a tutorial for it?? I have a dress like the before and would love to try! It is really very cute! Good job
September 11th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
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