If You Want Something Do It Yourself- Poncho Style Top

After wearing my black crotched poncho the other day I realized how extremely easy it is to recreate.

Because it's simple to make, having several in different fabrics would be a fun way to add to your wardrobe.

I feel in love with this print when I saw it at the fabric store & knew it would be great for this project.

Here's how to do it yourself.

-Scissors 

-Needle & Thread

-Pot Lid

-Fabric

1. Fold fabric in half to create a fold (this is where the hole for your head will be).

I used about a yard and a half of fabric. I wanted my sleeve area to be a bit long so I measured from wrist to wrist. 

2. Cut out the hole for your head by using the pot lid as a guide or stencil.

I had a small pot lid so I used half of the lid as my guide.

This is what it will look like after you've cut it.

**This part is optional**

 If you want to wear this like a poncho you're already done :)

3. I wanted a place for my arms so I created a sleeve by making a single stitch a few inches down from the fold of the fabric. 

-I've seen a few styles where there is no side seam, 

so if you want an open side seam then you're done!

4. To make the side seam, stitch from the bottom and work your way up to your sleeve stitch.

All done & your poncho style top is ready to wear!

I hope this was easy to follow :)

If you have any questions just let me know.

Jagged Stripes

Top: Self made, Cami: Forever 21, Leggings: Gifted, Boots: Charlotte Russe, Ring: Forever 21

I hope everyone has been having a good week. Mine has been pretty busy so far. Finals are next week so I've been sketching and sewing with most of my free time. The school is doing a fashion show tomorrow that I'm participating in so hopefully I'll be able to get some photos. I just wanted to show you all the new top I made yesterday. I had seen the fabric at the store earlier this week and knew I wanted to do something with it. DIY post on how to make it is coming up tomorrow. 

P.S. I finally joined twitter.  You can find me here.

Concert Style

Top: Forever 21, Skirt: Rue 21, Tights: Target, Boots: Charlotte Russe,

Earrings: diy, Ring Forever 21

Saturday night I went to a concert to see the band Rise Against.  Me and the boyfriend have been wanting to see them for the past 4 years and the wait was totally worth it. I'm surprised I didn't lose my voice, I had such a great time. I just wanted to share my usual concert style with you. I almost always wear these boots with some form of tights and a skirt or shorts. Lately I've been going to a bunch of rock concerts and the boots just put me more in the mood for some good music. I usually change up the look with a fun top, this one I feel in love with for the sequin stripes. 

How was your weekend?

Looks Like a Mini

Poncho: Thrifted, Cardigan: Borrowed, Shorts: Express, Boots: Charlotte Russe

Necklace: Forever 21

So we are already in December and it's still warm enough to get away with short shorts and a boyfriend cardigan. I kind of like the the cardigan hiding the shorts, it almost looks like a mini and gives me really long looking legs. Today the weather is actually perfect with a good breeze of cool air, I'm headed to Starbucks to do a little homework reading outside before class starts. Hope you all have a great weekend. I'm going to a concert tomorrow...details about that next week :)

What are you up to this weekend?

Interior Design Turned Fashion-Brightened Up

The Interior Inspiration

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The Fashion Look

Just because the weather is cooler outside doesn't mean I necessarily want to dress in dark cool colors. Every now and then it's nice to get rid of the winter blues with some brights. This room has neutral colors with pops of bright accents which is how this look was styled. The foundation of the outfit is pretty neutral with a black clutch, long sleeve gray tee, beige skirt, brown belt & Lita's. The rest of the outfit like a bright blazer, polish, earrings, and an assortment of black and white bangles just dress it up. 

Would you wear this look?