Upcycled Kids Poncho

We've been getting some warm days around these parts. Around low 60s for the high..pretty dang nice. Man, but once that sun starts to set or clouds cover the sun for just a bit you can feel that chilly, mountain breeze. Its so tricky because I want to take out the dollies' summer clothes, but you know right around the corner it's probably going to snow! Crazy Utah weather :(

Anywhoo.. I was organizing my garage on one of those nice, sunny afternoons and found a hoodie I was going to donate and decided to upcycle it into something I've been wanting to try. It's nice and cozy and smooth on the inside, but was just a bit to short my my liking.  Deconstructing it a bit and adding a little bit here and there it turned into this!

 

Cute huh? She looks so cozy in it:) Its perfect for those cool evenings and was oh so easy to make!

Here's how I did it:

 

I started with a plain adult hoodie. Size small used here which made a size 2T/3T poncho.

 

 

Next I cut off the arms, pulled out the drawstring of the hood and, cut off the bottom about 3 inches to make it shorter. Didn't hem it because the fleece doesn't fray.

 

 

 

Didn't take pictures of these steps.

• I seam ripped the kangaroo pocket the positioned it higher so her little hands could fit in it.
• Sewed up the sides from where I cut the arms off then made slits on the sides where her arms would go.
• Used embroidery thread to blanket stitch the edges of the slits to make it look more finished.
• Turned hoodie part inside out then sewed it smaller to fit her head and used the original hem as a guide.
• Cut a slit does the neck and blanket stitched with embroidery thread for extra detail. Then added a little more design to the pouch by embroidering more around the edges, but used white thread to stand out.
• Still felt like it needed a little more oomph so I added lining to the hood with some vintage, floral fabric.

And that was it! New poncho!

 

 

Aww look at that grumpy little face. She was upset because I wouldn't let her climb on those rocks..crazy girl! She still looks super cute though ;o)

 

 

I love that fabric and I'm sad I'm running out boo! But at least its getting some use out of it.

 

 

I love how easily she can just throw it on now I need to make one for big dolly, but I'm probably going to need to buy a large adult hoodie. I can just see them wearing them on a cool night by a campfire:) Man now I want one too! hehe

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

xo

Georgette

 

 



DIY Button Shawl for kiddos

I suppose the only perks that come from deployments are the gifts you get brought to you..hehe.

One of my favorites that my husband brought back from Korea was this super cool poncho/shawl/scarf thing. I love all different ways you can wear it due to the added buttons and it's sooo comfy.

I thought hmmm.. I want to make a mini version!

It was so easy. I just bought a $1 fleece adult scarf, cut holes and attached buttons.

I thought the vintage buttons complimented it very nicely.

I just so happened to lose my button hole attachment for my sewing machine, but it was no biggie.

I just hand stitched around holes I cut. Fleece doesn't fray anyway just stretches a bit.

I thought it was missing something so I just cut strips on the bottom for that fringe look.

I was gonna wait and stuff it in her stocking as a gift, but its so darn cute and chilly outside!

Now we're twinkies:)

Sooo easy and looks so cute on my baby doll! Now gonna go make one for my older dolly:)

Would make a great gift!

Thanks for stopping by!

*hugs*

Georgette

Estate Sale Heaven!

Ok first off...

 

OMG! OMG!OMG!

 

Ok had to get that off my chest first..pheww!

This past weekend I was bored and browsed my local online classifieds and the words Free estate sale items caught my eye. Without even thinking I told my hubby," I'll be back, free vintage stuff!" He totally understood.

I never just get up and leave it was so weird. It was as if something was calling me.

 

As I drove up the guy on the lawn said everything free and just want it all off my yard. My hands literally started to shake! His yard was covered with vintage clothes, jackets, books, and housewares. It was the aftermath of a weekend of trying to sell the stuff so it was the "leftovers", but in my eyes everything was treasure. I'm pretty sure my eyes were bugged out!

 

These are just some the favorites that stand out and pictures I took before my camera died:/

 

 

 

These adorable tops were the first batch I washed and that don't really need any refashioning. Vintage floral, plaid, and peter pan collars galore! Went straight to my closet:)

 

 

 

Next, these adorable granny chic bags caught my eye.

 

 

 

When I got home, upon further inspection of the bags I came across these tags! A REAL vintage COACH! I swear it was like icing on the cake:)



 

 

Next were the adorable vintage house coats. Still with the tags! I can't wait to refashion these into cute dresses.



 

 

More printed cotton tops, but I need to take them in a bit to fit me:)



 

 

I snagged some adorable flannel plaid and corduroy. Perfect for this winter. Can't wait to wear em'!



 

 

I had to dig for these killer dresses!

 

amazing..just amazing..

 

I was able to find a little bit of vintage quilts, blankets, and kitchen linens.







 

My husband loves to collect vintage cameras and I just so happen to stumble upon this beauty.



 

What isn't pictured are some old frames, wooden hangers, mason jars, scarves, belts, vintage children books, and misc. sewing supplies.

I mean TOTAL jackpot.

 

My car was packed. I had a huge smile on my face. The owners were thrilled that I got it off their yard and that I had so much respect and appreciation for their mothers belongings. Even though it was free I felt I needed to give a little something for it all. I gave them everything I had in my wallet. It wasn't much, but they appreciated it.

 

It was seriously a dream and came at the best moment in time. I was feeling a little glum lately since I'm a stay at home mama I can't really afford all the gorgeous vintage jewels I find online. I always drool and wish to have a vintage collection like these beautiful ladies.

 

I feel like it was a once in a lifetime thing for me and I soaked in every single second.

Thanks for visiting:)

 

xo

Georgette





Crazy for Polka Dots!

I have to admit I have a wee bit obsession with navy and white polka dots! Over the years I've thrifted this classic print which always seems to pull me in and I can't resist! 

 

Here's the proof that I have an addiction:

 

 

 

 

 

Well it happened again! I was was at the thrift store here on base and I caved in ...but it needed a little refashioning love.

 

 

 

The sleeves I tell ya! The sleeves!

 



 

So I just hacked those babies off and made new hems:)

 

 

that was it! ahh..much better:)

 

 

Can't wait for fall to roll around so I can pair my new top with a cute cardi:)

 

Great now a want to go thrifting after looking at all my polka dot tops..hehe.

 

What's your thrifting addiction?

 

xo

GiGi

Whats in my makeup bag??

Every time I see these types of articles in magazines or blogs I always think they're fun! I think it's so interesting to see what products people use and love. I also think it's helpful to know what is amazing and works so you can try something new.

 My whole makeup routine takes about 15 minutes depending on where I'm going.

So here you go! This is what I use when I'm going to go out to run errands or just want to look pretty:)

Hmm..where to start?

*I suppose the first thing I put on is  Sheer Cover Base Perfecter. I was curious and purchased their $5 celebration sampler kit on tv because I remember using their concealer in high school and I was in love with it. Well I'm not so in love with it anymore, but OH MY GOODNESS the primer that came with it feels like pure silk! Makes everything else that I layer on top of it look flawless! I'm saving my pennies to buy the big one:)

*Next I dab on Kat Von D tattoo concealer. I've inherited severely bad dark circles under my eyes which make me self conscience so I figured if this was meant to conceal a tattoo they my dark circles should be no prob.  As you can tell from the almost empty bottle I like it:)

*On to the brows! My sad little brows seem to be non existent. No I don't have thin pencil brows they are just reeeallly reeaally light! I've used Elf's Eyebrow kit for about 4 years now and it really does the job without me looking like a chola;) Just nice and filled in.

*Next my LASHES! Ok this is a long one. Ever since I started putting makeup on my biggest problem were my baby baby lashes. They are short. They are straight. They are very very light. Yep the three worst things. I've tried everything in the past...false lash strips, individuals, tinting, perming, and expensive lash extensions. Since I'm a SAHM I can't afford the extensions and all the others.

BUT when my husband came back from deployment he did treat me to Too Faced Better than False Lashes mascara! To wrap this up it is UH-MAZING! One day I will post a before and after to prove this!

* Next is Sonia Kashuk blush from target. I would say it is equivalent to a high end department store blush. A little goes along way and with this brush makes it perfect!

* Next to even it all out I dust on Bare Minerals Mineral veil in Illuminating. Evens my skin out and looks so pretty in the sunlight.

* Lastly I apply Sugar Rose Tinted Lip Treatment. I've tried a thousand lip balms, but the texture, smell, tint is GORGEOUS. Looks so natural like your lips are just bitten. I'm so in love! Not to mention it was a birthday gift from Sephora when you sign up to receive beauty rewards. When I run out of this baby(which will probably be soon) I'm so buying a new one!

* Now when I'm going on a date night or somewhere fancy I use Cargo's Metallico Eyes to make my eyes pop and dazzle. I've received hundreds of comments when I wear this. But be very careful not to drop it. The sales woman said the pallet is very delicate. Beautiful dewy sparkle(not cheesy glitter) just gorgeous. It was a Christmas gift to myself..hehe...and worth every penny. I'm makin this bad boy last!

Here's a close up of everything opened.

That's a wrap! Hope you enjoyed taking a peek into my beauty routine.

Oh and if you are wondering where I got my makeup bag it was my grandmothers. A lot of sentimental value, plus the red floral design makes me so happy:)

Thanks for dropping by!

xo

GiGi



Guilt Free Pan Dulce

As you already know from this post we are huge lovers of pan dulce or sweet bread.

Its an occasional breakfast treat that's fluffy and lightly sweetened.

One day I took out my polymer clay and let the girls have at it and I decided to try to make these mini treats of heaven:)

They didn't take long at all to recreate I just played with a few different shapes.

So cute!

Friends and family loved them and want me to send them some:)

I want to stick these little charms everywhere!

Super fun craft.

Its like a little piece of San Antonio.

xo

GiGi



A little bit of lace.

Awhile back I scored a huge bag of vintage lace and trimmings for 2 bucks!

Its been sitting there waiting for me to embellish, wrap, or create something. So one afternoon I busted my lace collection out. Here's what I did:

It was so fast and easy I had to make some for my dollies:)

with the thin ones I sewed two together for a different look:

They are so cute..love em!

thanks for stopping by;o)

xo

GiGi

Fast Easy Earrings

I don't know if it's because I've lost them all or I really have not been purchasing any, but I cannot find one single pair of earrings. For some reason I never really wore rings or bracelets. I used to wear necklaces, but ever since I had kiddos I just completely avoid wearing them because they thought pulling them was the best thing in the world! So since I've become a earring wearing kinda gal it  was time to make me some new earrings:)

I decided to bust out my button collection from this post and start making me some new earrings fast. This took about 20 minutes or as long as my kiddos snack time to complete.

First I poured out all my buttons and matched the pairs I thought would look best.

Then I hot glued them to these earring posts I picked up at Honks for a buck! But before I glued them I painted them with clear nail polish. My ears are sooo sensitive and I remembered this tip that a jeweler once told me.

That was it, easy as pie. I love the vintage look of these babies.

I'm ready to make about 5 more pairs from my treasure of buttons :)

xo-

Georgette

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This deployment has been hard. I honestly believe they'll never get easier.

To distract me I found this 2.99 muumuu from thrifting and saw some potential. I loved the color and white criss cross sleeves. 

 Shortened the bottom hem, cut the sleeves and made them fitted, and added a cute belt.

30 minutes later a new dress! Best nap time craft in a while:)

Now starting on the girls' costumes so stay tuned!



~Gigi

btw-yes I chopped off all my hair and it felt sooo good:)

 





Light Summer Necklace

I've seen these tshirt necklaces everywhere and was bored one evening

and thought I would pass some time.

I think it was the best 20 minutes of craft/refashioning in awhile.

all you do is cut strips of an old tshirt seam to seam, stretch em' out, and sew two scraps around all strips so they stay together. you can find a tutorial here.

it looks really cute wrapped twice around your neck too!

 now go make one, I want like 5 more in different colors!

-Georgette



Frumpy to Frilly

Lately my closet has been a bit sad. Due to the lack of funds and some of my clothes are too big from loosing some weight.  On occasion when big sister is at school, little sister and I go to the airman's attic here on base.  Its a tiny little place where you can get home goods, clothes, toys for military families and everything is free! You can only fill 3 bags of stuff and only go twice a month.  Some days I find  things and some days I don't, its the luck of the draw I suppose.
One day I came home with curtains, books for my little girl, and 2 basic tees. This was one of them....

It was a size too big, but still in good shape. So I busted out my sewing machine and got to work...



And voila!

now its soft and feminine..

~ Georgette