Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Thrift store Top Redo

So my love for thrifting has hit a new threshold. I purchased something I liked so much that I decided to spend the time to alter it. I don't really sew (I can make pillows, etc) so this was a bit of an intimidating process but I'm so happy with the result!

I have seen several of these make-over posts (NDAD anyone?) and they look so simple. But here was the reality for me: it took three tries and about two hours for me to get this shirt how I wanted it! This vintage top had barely there sleeves and was an XL originally. I carefully took in the shoulders, sleeves and sides.

Not as simple as I would have liked, but worth it. Here's the finished product! [I love the jelly-bean pattern]

thrifted top redo

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9 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 10, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    That is so cute! I cannot wait for a sewing machine and I am sure though it will take me more time for a fix like that!!

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  2. KateAugust 10, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Look at how cute that is!! I wish I made time to do crafty things like that. Good work!

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  3. Jessica LynnAugust 10, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    so awesome!

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  4. steph cAugust 10, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    You did an amazing job! I give you mad props for taking the time to do that!

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  5. AmandaAugust 10, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Wow, I'm totally impressed! It looks fantastic!

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  6. Katy RoseAugust 11, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Amazing. This top is so cute. You did a great job reworking it to be perfect for you. Love the pattern. - Katy

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  7. Natalie | Make Today GreatAugust 12, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    You did such a great job with this! You look so chic!

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  8. MeredithAugust 13, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    cute! you rocked it out for sure lady:)
    YOURS, MINE AND OURS

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  9. JulieAugust 16, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Great job! I find that more often than not my altering takes a while too. People just happen not to mention how long it took them usually ;)

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