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I recently rediscovered this silk Express blouse in my closet during a purge session. It’s survived in there for about five years, not because it’s a particularly great fit, but because I’ve always loved the pattern. I’ve been browsing tons of tutorials for fabric flowers, and I thought I’d give it the old college try. Let me tell you, those little blossoms are tougher than they look! I started to do a how-to based on this video from Threadbanger, but things got ugly and a few steps turned into a few dozen, and between all the frustrating madness, Doak got his little paws on the almost-finished product and decided he wanted to play tug-of-war with my delicate little flower that took me over an hour to make. Grrr….
In the end, I chased down the dog, pulled a soggy flower from his toothy grips, pinned it to my denim jacket with a safety pin and called it a day. It’s not my favorite ReStyle, but it’s not too bad for my first try!
Rest assured, it won’t be the last time I tackle fabric flowers over this year of projects. Next time, I’ll be sure to share a step-by-step.
3 down, 49 to go!
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>Can you come over and make me a plaid flower? I think it would be fun! I will let your dog eat some of my dog's treats. It'll be super fun.
>oh another restyle. it's great! i love crafts, especially one that costs nothing. good job :)
>I Really like it. I like the size it is.. well done.. yay! for you!!
>It look very cute. It funny how dogs think everything is theirs.http://amyfashionblog52.blogspot.com/
>You did a great job! Your restyle projects have been so fun. Doak needs a little flower, too. xo
>Very nice… it gives me idea! Thank you!
>Love it! It looks like it turned out great, and I appreciate the link. It's funny…I pulled the flower I wore out of my dog's mouth today too! :)
>So lovely. x hivennn. p.s enter my jeffrey campbell giveaway?
>Cute flower and pup!I have awarded you with the Stylish Blogger Award. Not sure if it is appropriate bloggy ettiquette, so if you consider it blog chainmail, let me know!
>I just found your blog a few weeks ago, and I love following it! You inspire me to re-imagine my wardrobe. Thank you!
>Love this idea. Adorable. Ramblings of a Small Town Girl
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>I love your dog!!! Labradoodle?
>Close! He's a Goldendoodle. He'll be 2 years old next month, and he's my little angel baby ;-)
>Love it, what a great idea!!-Samanthahttp://thisfashionista.blogspot.com
>I had that shirt, too, except in red. I'm pretty sure it went to the thrift store ages ago.
>lovely for sure girl! they can get pretty addicting to make too. ;) YOURS, MINE AND OURS
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>Well dog-slobbered or not, I think it looks great! My dog Ellie likes to "assist" me during projects too, especially when they're food related!
>Well dog-slobbered or not, I think it looks great! My dog Ellie likes to "assist" me during projects too, especially when they're food related!
>Can't wait to try…I have attempted a few wool/tweed varieties, but the fraid edges get me every time…stay tuned! http://www.theglammom.blogspot.com. ww.heimersrock.blogspot.com