From Housecoat to Heavenly
When I found this robe for $1, I was so happy!
The embroidery around the neck is lovely, and that dark blue looks awesome with my pale skin and dark hair. There’s soooo much potential here! Also, let’s all take a moment to appreciate how flippin’ comfy this thing is and how easily I could have chosen to not refashion it and just wear it around the house (Ah! Single life!). 😉
Alas! I’m not prepared to take such a big step into the land of spinsterhood, so this needed to become something more suited for a swingin’ single gal about town! 🙂
First off, it’s nice and warm here in SC, so those sleeves were completely unnecessary.
It obviously needed some reshaping.
I chopped off the extra fabric from the sides, then got to the length. I was torn as to whether or not keep it as a maxi dress, but had completely forgotten to leave each side with enough room for me to walk without having to do the Morticia Addams thing. No worries! I dig a cute minidress, so off that length went!
I hemmed that bottom raw edge (sorry, forgot to snap a pic, but c’mon! You’ve seen this before), then tackled those arm holes.
I gave my fun new frock a fresh press and set out to enjoy my day!
A lot of you have commented on my vast belt collection lately. These are all pretty much $1 thrift store finds. Be sure to check out the belt section every time you go thrifting! And keep in mind that you can always add on to or shorten a fabric belt (like I did here). 🙂
I enjoyed reading a wonderful book I’ve really gotten into…
…then I headed off to the Soda City Market, where I ran into a fellow USC Theatre Alum!
Later that day, I hopped over to Jake’s to check out some local art & music!
I was so happy to see That Godzilla Guy there!
Such a lovely day! I hope you’re all enjoying your Memorial Day Weekends as well!
Cheers!
28 Comments
VRGJS
Fabulous refash!
hazelshappenings
You are so inspiring
Violet
Hey You probably wont reply to this but my teacher thinks what you do is super cool and Im doing a upcycling project if you have any tips let me no if no
This is beautiful Id totally wear it
ReFashionista
Bahahaha! Challenge accepted! 🙂 First off thanks. 🙂 Email me at [email protected] with more info on your project. I’d be happy to help. 🙂
sweetvanessaleigh
This is a great transformation!!! It is all about the little details isn’t it! My favorite!
Amy Renea
Darling!! I second krista’s comment and would also love love love a full house tour. Have you showed us your decor yet? Did I miss it?
ReFashionista
Eeeeeep! Might have to clean up a bit first!
Krista
I want to see ones you’ve messed up on….are there any??
kelliekoschmeder
If you like Z, you should also read The Paris Wife…its about Ernest Hemingway….loved it! I also love the dress!!
Kate
Whoa. That’s seriously one of my favorite transformations you’ve done. Your new dress looks lovely. 🙂
Michelle
I love this! The belt really pulled it all together.
Made By Carlijn
Looks awesome!
mancunianvintage
Yet another fab refashion – enjoy the weekend! 🙂
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janet @ ordinary mom
Love this. I have to say I was so glad to see you cut off the length as it looked like your flash picked up a stain on the bottom right in the before picture. Great idea about checking belts out. Will have to do that. 🙂
sewcookgardenrepeat
Great refash! And I bet it is super comfy too 🙂
helga
you have such lovely humeur! always fun reading your posts and you did a great job again. thanks for the laughs and ideas.
Denise
That is amazing!! Great refashion!!
Susan Moore
So good to see you up and runnin’ again, sweet pea! You are an inspiration!
laurie
You are amazing!!! After reading your blog…I’ve become ‘fearless’ when it comes to giving old clothing a new life!
Michele
Fabulous transformation!!! I love how you think about garments and their potential. Great dress!!
Barb
You have such great ideas and the sun is shining too . It’s a bit dismal in the UK today . Wish we were there ..
navywifeypeters
Cute dress! I’m sure my neighbors judge me too when I break out with the tripod in the back yard. We don’t have fences. :-/
Jessie Stracener
That is awesome! I love what you did with that grandmotherly frock. What kind of sewing machine do you use? I am researching machines in the hopes of maybe getting a new one.
sondra
I am so inspired….you are awesome! Thanks for the ideas 🙂
kimber
Wow. You seem so fun. Can we be friends. Hi from Kimber
debbie
Amazing refash! I’m so excited to be moving to SC next week. Keep that warm weather around.
Andrea
You totally rocked it! Awesome job! Again. 😀
Tonie
You go girl! You’re soooo Smart! Funny, I have that same belt! I’ve had it for Years!!!! Lol
Keep up the Fabulous Refashioning! 🙂