Hello, friends! I don’t know about you, but I have been one busy little bee. I am proud of myself, however, for making time to get in a little sewing AND a new video! That’s right, I have a brand-spankin’ new, hot off the press, fantabulous DIY refashion tutorial video just for you!

Here’s the gist: I thrifted this amazing dress several weeks ago, knowing that it had oh so much potential to be something great. Then, I noticed the stain (luckily it was already 50% off for only $4.50); so, I decided to turn it into a fun, twirly-whirly skirt. And since making elastic-waist skirts is one of my favorite refashions (because it’s just too easy), I decided to make a little video, too – check it out!
Lucky for me, this dress already had a built in “skirt,” so a lot of the work was done for me. Plus, when I separated the top half of the dress from the bottom half, I realized that it was already a perfect length, so I didn’t need to do any hemming, either. I do plan on doing more refashion tutorials, however, so I would definitely like to cover those topics.

I will admit that I am a major perfectionist, especially when it comes to video (I have a degree in Film, hello!), so I do think this video could be way better. But, I am still super excited to be sharing my first DIY/tutorial, and it really just makes me even more motivated to keep creating videos because I know I can do better!


I am also excited to be sharing this me-made (or refashioned) skirt for this week’s Me-Made-May contribution. Despite only posting one item per week, this challenge has already motivated me to do more sewing. I absolutely love sewing so it has been really fun to get inspired and make sewing a priority again.

I hope you enjoyed my first DIY video, and, as always, thanks for reading – and watching! – Kristi :)
26 Comments
So cute! I wish I had better sewing skills, but your video made this refashion look…I won’t say easy because for me it definitelywon’t be, but it looks less daunting :) – Brianna
May 20, 2014 at 9:44 amHahaha thank you, it really is super simple! Although now that you mention it, I bet I could come up with a no-sew version of this tutorial!! :)
May 20, 2014 at 10:12 amSo cool! I love how you restyled that into a skirt! I recently made my first skirt…it had some issues, but I loved getting back into sewing too :) I think creating is good for the soul!! xo
May 20, 2014 at 11:48 amThank you! Yes, I totally agree with you, there is definitely something deeply satisfying in creating and making with your own two hands :)
May 20, 2014 at 11:59 amGreat job !
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Thank you! :)
May 20, 2014 at 2:54 pmI can barely contain my excitement…this is adorable!!! And how nice to hear your lovely voice :) I really have to start trying to do more refashions like you and Miche do. Everything always turns out so cute! Great job!
May 20, 2014 at 4:17 pmThank you!!! You are so sweet, I felt like such a dork haha! Ooh, ooh, you should so do some refashions, I know you would come up with some marvelous creations! :)
May 20, 2014 at 6:40 pmAw this is so cute! I’m going to be looking out for snazzy dresses like that! :).
May 21, 2014 at 3:21 pmThank you!! You should, and then you should share what you come up with!! ;)
May 21, 2014 at 3:24 pmI will :) if it turns out as cute as yours!
May 21, 2014 at 11:02 pmAfter seeing the aisle things you’ve seen on your blog, I’m sure it will!! ;)
May 22, 2014 at 6:13 amThis was so awesome and helpful !! and amazing video seriously!
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Thank you so, so much!! You are always so sweet, I’m glad you liked the video! :)
May 21, 2014 at 5:23 pmThat’s such a great refashion! And awesome video! You’ve inspired me to do the same! :)
May 21, 2014 at 10:58 pm-Alex of http://snippetswithalex.com
Thanks, Alex!! Ooh, I know you’ll come up with something super chic, I can’t wait! ;)
May 22, 2014 at 6:12 amI am simply overflowing with lurv for your fab first DIY video! Adorably magnificent! ;)
May 22, 2014 at 11:10 amAww thank you! You definitely inspired me with your awesome videos!! :)
May 22, 2014 at 11:43 amGreat video, and that skirt is just adorable on you!
May 22, 2014 at 1:17 pmThank you so much! I love my new skirt, I want to wear it all the time now haha!! :)
May 22, 2014 at 1:19 pmAh! You’ve definitely got the voice and charisma to be a vlogger! Great job – totally impressed beyond words!!
May 23, 2014 at 9:45 amWow thank you SO much, Martyna!! That is such a huge compliment, I am blushing!!! :)
May 23, 2014 at 1:16 pm*Crying, love this!! Such a pretty print too!
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June 24, 2014 at 10:53 amYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZdwj788PWGNgrxbHzCmuQA
Thank you!!! I definitely fell in love with the print on this dress, too, and I knew I had to make something fun with it! :)
June 24, 2014 at 11:15 amI love the combinations you have given and thanks for the tutorial
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Thank you and you’re welcome, the pleasure is all mine!! 😊
March 21, 2017 at 12:25 pm