I get so inspired from all the fun prints I find when I go thrifting. Sadly, the fun fabric isn’t doesn’t always belong to the most fun garments!
This is a pretty basic elastic-waisted skirt. Meh. Not much going on here. Today I was in a rare jeans mood, so a skirt wasn’t going to work!
I grabbed my scissors and snipped off that elastic waistband.
I wasn’t going to need the side pockets on this skirt, so I stitched them up and cut them off!
Then, I put the skirt upside-down on my dress form and pinned it at the shoulders.
I ran the pinned places through my machine, and used the discarded elastic waistband to cinch my waist.
Now I have a lovely new top! 🙂
I wore my new top to see Cinemovements, silent films scored by the SC Philharmonic! 🙂
Cheers!
This is another “wow”–the proportions are perfect on you! Hemming the new bottom edge would make it look more finished, but I am amazed at your vision…
I couldn’t agree more, on every front!
This is such a great idea, I love it!!
Amazing transformation!
Totally hunting for a skirt just for this purpose at salvation army this wednesday!
This is definitely top 10 favorites of mine! Simple, easy and looks so comfy
Loooove!!!
This is my favorite refashion. I dyed a dress violet last night and will be ready to lob off the skirt and turn it into a top like this tonight. Thanks for the inspiration. Now just to find a use for the rest of the dress…
Nothing like a great idea to get inspired from!! This is awesome! You look wonderful!
Super idea. Looks great!
ADORABLE! this is one of my faves, nice job!!
Always inspired with your great ideas and creativity!
That IS lovely! Great fabric, well spotted!
Ahhhmazing!!! would not have thought to go there. will now!
This really works, well done you! 🙂