New for Fall- The Striped Lex Top
July 26, 2010 9:42 amThis is one of my first new designs for fall- the striped Lex top.
It’s based off of the nautical sweatshirt that I did. I wanted something dressier, yet still comfortable. It’s a thicker knit in black and cream striped fabric.
It has a slightly wider neckline so you can wear it off the shoulder if you’re feeling in the mood to do so.
It has a kangaroo pocket with two vintage buttons.
And meet my new FAVORITE accessory, the DonniCharm scarf. Just check out their website and see their great basic scarves and read the lovely story behind them. Then see their press page. They’re EVERYWHERE. I live in mine.
They have the cutest charms on them and you can customize yours. It adds a little something extra.
It’s for sale in my shop. I only have a few in this great fabric! It’s great to dress up with black skinny pants and heels, or with your favorite pair of jeans. I love versatile pieces!
Tags: Lex Designs, Original Designs, striped lex top, women's shirt, women's top
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Nautical Sweatshirt
July 22, 2010 12:15 pmI decided to throw out all my sweatshirts. I just get too tempted every morning to put one on. Then I decide no makeup, then why not just wear sweatpants? Awww… why not just get back in bed? (Am I the only one that does that?) It’s a vicious cycle. So I wanted to make something cute, stylish and comfortable. Here’s what I came up with.
It’s a sweatshirt material, although much softer.
I added a kangaroo pocket with vintage gold nautical buttons…
…with a cute striped lining.
I’ve got some coming to the store soon.
Tags: Lex Designs, original women's designs, sweater, sweatshirt, top, vintage buttons
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Passing On My Boot Finds- SOLD!
July 6, 2010 9:56 amThere are two things I get the most questions on: first, my bedspread that has the ruffles that I use as a background for things. Second is my boots. I love boots and it’s no secret. I always find great ones, but sometimes not in my size. So I thought I’d try passing on my finds to you!
So here is one of the most beautiful pairs of boots I have EVER seen! Here’s what I love about these boots. They are really contured fit for your leg. A lot of boots now a days are made a little more loose fitting so everyone can fit into them. But these look like stockings almost! They are one of my favorite pairs I have ever found.
Tags: boots, vintage
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Refitting a Leather Jacket
July 1, 2010 7:36 amI’ve ALWAYS wanted a cool leather jacket. Always. But I could never bring myself to pay for one. So while I was out thrifting, I got this leather jacket at the thrift store for $7. I loved the look of the leather, the great zippers and the overall shape.(It had sleeves. I just cut them off before I took the pictures. oops!) It was in great condition, but it was a little too big. So I thought I’d try to make it my size! For those of you that are freaking out right now, thinking leather is hard to work with- IT”S NOT! It doesn’t even move like a cotton or stretch. I’m telling you- DO NOT BE AFRAID!!
Before you begin:
I recommend using a heavy needle. They make leather needles, but I actually used a denim needle because it’s what I had. I have a button that automatically changes my tension and stitching for leather. ( I know. Thank you Husqvarna:) ) But you can check your machine for the recommendations.
Also, good leather jackets also have a lining. Don’t let that intimidate you! All you have to do is remember that whatever you do to the leather, do to the lining. It’s just on the inside.
Let us begin…
First what I did is cut off the sleeves at the seam. I needed to bring the shoulder line in.
Tags: etsy, leather, leather jacket, refashion, repurpose
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Aqua Bib front Top Refashion
June 14, 2010 3:13 pmHere’s a refashion that’s super easy that adds a lot of texture and interest to a plain top!
Here’s How:
Cut some strips of fabric. Mine were about 2.5 inches wide.
Ruffle them on each side of the strip.
Tags: refashion, t shirt, top, tutorial, women's top, women's tutorial
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