Finally, out of the closet!

Finding a perfect fit is nearly impossible with anything bought off the rack.   There are those rare moments when you find something that fits like it was made just for you - and it's cause for a fitting room celebration.  For the other times, you find something and it's just a little too long, a bit too tight or too loose, or dips lower in the front than you'd like it to.   Despite the flaw, you buy it because there's something about it you do like - the color, the fabric, the style.   If you're like me, those little things you thought you could live with turn out to be nuisances and eventually making your "wannabe" unwearable.

Perhaps it's a cardigan that needs a front closure, a blouse in the perfect color that rides too low over your jeans or that "deal of a lifetime'" skirt really does hit at an awkward spot.   You may even have a favorite piece you've hung on to for years that needs some updating - hemline shortened, shoulder pads removed, new zipper, jewels are tarnished and need replacing.  Whatever the reason, you really want to wear that forgotten piece and you try it on A LOT but it usually ends up back on the hanger and tucked away.

From a sewing point of view, bringing those wardrobe misfits out of the closet and making them comfortably wearable, even loved again is usually an easy fix.

Reglittering Service

Princess costumes are by far one of the most fun to sew - there's no limit to what you can do, you can never do too much detail, too much dazzle.  

Last year, I made a few Elsa dresses (one of Disney's newest princesses for those of you who may not know.)  After searching for snowflake chiffon or organza, I decided to paint and glitter some plain organza just to see if it came close to what I was looking for.  I wasn't sure how it would hold up though, it was a virgin paint & glitter experience for me.

Recently, someone asked if I could repair a rip in a seam of a well worn Elsa dress and if it was possible to "reglitter" it.     
I'm learning warranties serve many purposes.  The main purpose for me is finding something that works better.  In this case, I'm trying Tulip paint with glitter hoping it will hold up better.  I'm still using Tulip glitter to sprinkle on after painting the snowflakes to add more sparkle.  I washed the dress on gentle and let it air dry just to see how the paint and sparkles would hold up  - everything stayed in place including the gems. 

As for the seam that ripped in the organza - this time I did a french seam.  It's a great seam, takes an extra step but the finished look is worth it.  It's strong and there is little chance of fraying.  But if it should fray, I hope the dress comes back so I can find an even better solution.  



Reglittering service and seam repair for the life of a dress - Because little kids should play hard in their dress up clothes.