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Video Of The Week- April 29, 2017: How To Laminate Fabric

4/29/2017

Today we're sharing a video we found on YouTube on how to laminate fabric. Have you ever seen clothing made from a shiny material and wanted to replicate that look? Now you can, thanks to Dana from MadeEveryday.com. The video is fun and entertaining and we love Dana's quirky personality.

We weren't able to purchase the materials she recommended so we used a ziploc bag that we had on hand. The results were less than favorable. The plastic didn't really adhere to the fabric, and it bubbled up so that it wasn't smooth. So we peeled the plastic back off and threw it away.

You'll probably have better results if you follow her recommendations. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out in the comments below!

Make Your T-Shirt Design On A Budget: Say Something In Statement Tees

4/25/2017

"Say Something, I'm Giving Up On You." That's what A Great Big World said, and we say if you can't say it with words, why not say it in style with a statement tee? Statement tee's are the current trend, and you can cash in on the trend by designing your tee on a budget, and saving the remaining money you would have spent on a t-shirt from a department store for your rainy day fund.

Video Of The Week: Coachella Weekend April 22, 2017

4/22/2017

The second weekend of Coachella has come and gone but we're still reminiscing, so we're bringing you some Coachella outfit projects you can work on for next year. A nice spring look is jean shorts or skirt with a bikini or crop top. You can find some cute knitted ones on Etsy at a reasonable price. Or follow along with coolirpa's YouTube video to make a bikini top.

As for the shorts, we LOVE this really fun video demonstrating 4 different short projects suitable for Coachella. Not only are they cute but they look super easy to make. So give it a try and don't forget to accessorize your outfit with a cute wide brimmed hat to keep the sun off of your face.

The Truth Behind Angela Sarafayan's Promise Dress

4/17/2017

A story of love during the Armenian genocide, promising revenge through survival, The Promise stars actress Angela Sarafyan. Known for her role as Clemintine Pennyfeather in Westworld, we recently saw photos of the dress she wore to the movie's premiere.

How To Add The Metallic Skirt Trend To Your Coachella Outfit Ideas

4/16/2017

Apparently the metallic skirt trend is all the rage this Spring. A metallic skirt can be a bit daunting to pull off in style. Which is why you may be wondering how you can incorporate it into your outfit. We've got a few quick and easy tips to help you achieve the look.

Video Of The Week: April 14, 2017

4/14/2017

We think you'll like this week's Video Of The Week that we're sharing from our YouTube finds. It gives you instructions on 5 cool things you probably never knew you could do with your sewing machine. If you've ever struggled with a Rolled Hem Foot, you'll definitely want to see this. You'll also get tips on how to do embroidery, pouncing, yarn drawings, and button holes. All without any special accessories.

My favorites are the embroidery and button hole. Take a look and let us know which is your favorite. Do you have any tips to share? Share those with us in the comments below. As always, happy sewing!

MV All Sewed Up: Can We Be Your Style Judge?

4/13/2017

On a scale of 1 to 10, what would you rate this outfit? We give it a 4. Though the red adds a pop of contrasting color to the polka dot pattern, the cropped "wrap" sweater detracts from the cuteness of the halter styled dress. Perhaps it would have been better suited to wear the dress without the top, show some skin and accessorize with bangles and earrings. Recently, we were given the opportunity to be a judge at the Annual FCCLA State Leadership Meeting, and this is what we wore.

Our Little Black Dress Style Tip: The Little Black Dress Always Saves The Day

4/11/2017

Today is the day. We have finally completed our Little Black Dress Challenge. As you may know, it's been a while since we first announced our Little Black Dress Challenge. If you're searching for that perfect LBD staple for your wardrobe, you could try Guess' Pia Criss Cross dress, and accessorize it with their G Lux Zip Around Wristlet , or another accessory like the Flexi Criss Cross bracelet. OR...you can do like we did and accept our challenge to sew one.

Video Of The Week: April 7, 2017

4/7/2017

Do you have basic slopers that you use to start your dress patterns? If not, you might find this video useful. This week we're sharing a YouTube video we found on drafting basic sleeve patterns. What we like about the video is that the YouTuber shows you how to calculate some of the measurements needed to create the basic sleeve pattern. We hope you find this video helpful and enjoy this week's Video Of The Week!

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