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Create This Look – Purple, Beige, & Black Wool Plaid
Happy Mondy! This week I was inspired by the “Guest Of Honor Dress In Muted Plaid” from ModCloth. This cute plaid dress is perfect for those cold days.
This pattern I chose is S1803 from the Project Runway Collection by Simplicity. I recommend using Bodice View B. The skirt is the same for all of the Views.
I chose to use a pretty wool plaid. The colors were very similar, not to mention the weight of the wool will work really Read More...
Create This Look – Purple & Royal Ethnic Stripe Chiffon
This week I’m mixing it up! Lets make a top!!!
I have noticed that ethnic/tribal prints are really hot right now. And it just so happens, we have a ton of these really awesome ethnic/tribal style printed chiffons. This week I was inspired by the “Map To Fab Top” from ModCloth.
The fabric I chose has a very similar print to the inspiration top, just different colors. The inspiration top is not lined so I didn’t suggest a lining fabric, though you Read More...
Create This Look – Printed Damask Cotton Velvet – Black
HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope 2016 is off to a great start for you. This week I have chosen the “Teamwork Makes The Gleam Work Dress” from ModCloth. I know the next holiday isn’t until February, but why not start planning your Valentines Day outfit early?!
This look requires two different fabrics. One for the skirt & one for the bodice. I was really excited when I saw this look. I knew exactly which fabric I would use to create it. Read More...
Create This Look – Poly Lace – White
Good Morning! This week I felt inspired by the “Nuanced Narrator Dress in Navy” from ModCloth. This dress is so classic. It’s a great style for almost any occasion.
In order to create this look I have chosen three different fabrics. The first is a beautiful floral 100% polyester lace. It features a very pretty delicate floral pattern overall. Most of the time I photograph the fabrics on a white table but since it is so difficult to see white on Read More...
Create This Look – Pink Floral Knit
Good Morning! I hope you all had a great weekend. This week my inspiration was the “Blossoms Up Dress” from ModCloth. The reason I chose this dress is because the print reminded me of a stretch knit we have & I liked how simple the shape of the dress is.
The fabric I chose is a lightweight 100% polyester stretch knit with a beautiful floral print. We also carry this print in yellow. Check it out below.
This print is lighter than Read More...
Create This Look – Pink 30’s Inspired Cotton Twill
Good Morning! I do apologize for the month long blog sabbatical I took, but I’ve been busy around the store. That being said I think I found a pretty good look to kick off July! The “Vibrant Victory Dress” from ModCloth is our inspiration. I really like the retro vibe of this dress.
We don’t have anything close to this exact fabric, but the fabric I chose reminded me of this print. This crisp cotton twill features a 1930’s inspired Read More...
Create This Look – Navy Moroccan Damask Jersey
Hey everyone! Its already Friday?! Where did the week go?! Its been such a busy week, this weeks look is a little late! Sorry guys. 😐
If you live in a hot and/or humid climate, you will appreciate this weeks look! This beautiful strappy maxi dress is inspired by the “Architectural Adoration Dress” found on ModCloth.com.
The fabric chosen for this weeks look is a lightweight cotton jersey that has a really pretty Moroccan style damask print. The style of maxi dress is perfect Read More...
Create This Look – Navy Ethnic Chevron Chiffon
Welcome back to an all new edition of Create This Look! This week, inspiration comes from the “Miracle Moxie Dress in Navy & White” from ModCloth.
This is such a cute dress. I love how they paired a bold print with such a feminine shape. The pattern I chose is S1375 from Simplicity. It is not quite the same, but the pattern I had picked out originally was for knits only. I have personally never tried using a non-stretch fabric on a Read More...
Create This Look – Navy Cotton Tweed
Hey everyone! I hope last week was awesome & you have been able to enjoy some awesome fall weather! This week I was inspired by the “Once Upon A Thyme Coat In Midnight” from ModCloth. I figured since coat season is approaching or upon us, you should have something to add to your looks instead of just covering them up.
The pattern I chose for this look is M7058 by Mccalls. I recommend using View E. This View includes a Read More...
Create This Look – Modern Lavender Toile Polished Cotton + Challenge!!
Hello & Welcome Back to Create This Look! This week I’ve decided to try something a little different. At the end of this post you will be asked to complete a challenge. What is it you ask?… well you’ll just have to wait & see! ;D
My inspiration for this week is the “Folks & Dreams Dress” from ModCloth. Now the print on this dress is super fun. Anything with furry woodland creatures is bound to catch my attention, though.
I have been Read More...