DIY :Tutu skirt

What do you wear to a party? Well let me tell ya!

 We got an invitation for my husband's grandmother 95th birthday party and the theme was black and white.

Oh how excited was I because I know I could make this amazing tutu skirt for this special occasion. 

I used this video as a guideline with elastic instead of a belt.

Tutu skirt

http://youtu.be/uDWbWG0w7hg 

I made a satin circle skirt to go under it and a black satin wide sash for a belt. 

The shirt was a Thrifted men's white dress shirt I cut down the sides to fit me. I liked the shirt because it was only a couple dollars and the collar and cuff were very stiff. 

My jewelry is from Fall 2013 http://www.outthetrunk2009.com

My shoes are Thrifted and I added the rhinestones on the toe and heel.

We had a good time!!!

Remember "It ain't what you wear, it's how you wear it"

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6 worth while reasons for learning to sew

I'm gonna give six reasons why you should learn how to sew. 

This cost $9 to make.

1. Sewing is an essential tool in daily living. If you loose a button or rip your jacket, you should know how to repair it and not always depend on grandma or the cleaners (which could cost an arm and a leg).

This was a jersey knit bed sheet set I got from the thrift store for $3.99. It was enough to make two dresses like this. I sold one and kept the other.

2. Learning to sew to economically smart and benefital. In many cases, you can make dozens of outfits for the cost of just one. And for most women we like options therefore learning to sew will give you options and perhaps a way to increase your revenue.

3. Sewing is empowering. I feel at my best when I finish a piece and try it on and it looks great!!!! And when others see me, now they know I made what I'm wearing and they recognize my power too.

4. Sewing makes me proud. Show off!!!! Yes, it is true that I am a show off when it comes to showing my individual style and creativity through my sewing. 

5. Sewing is inspirational. 

"When you Get, Give. When you learn, teach" (Dr. Angelou). 

 This is a quote I use often because I truly believe in it. My profession is being a special education teacher who teaches sewing therefore, this is just not my job, it's my passion to teach others. It brings me great joy to teach others how to sew. So, you should be inspired to learn.

This tutu skirt cost $20 to make.

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My Black is.....Sexy

My Black is Sexy!!!!!

That's how I feel in this DIY maxi dress and Thrifted faux fur vest. 

I used this pattern 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. I'm aware!!!

Remember "It ain't what you wear, it's how you wear it"

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TGIF

Today's inspiration came from this photo from Pinterest.

This is my kinda style and best of all mine is Thrifted. 

Jacket, belt, jeans, all Thrifted. 

Gray long sleeve Tshirt and shoes- Forever 21

I made the purse. 

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Menswear Wednesday

It's #MenswearWednesday

If you are new to this blog, every Wednesday is MENSWEAR WEDNESDAY. 

Every Wednesday, I wear an inspired men's look and in many cases it's Thrifted. Today is no different. 

My suede brown jacket - Thrifted

White button up, pink argyle vest, braided belt and Levi jeans - Thrifted. 

DIY denim tie. Yep I made the tie. 

Socks are from a store in Chicago ( sorry I don't remember the name). 

Shoes- Payless

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