DIY: Cute Bikini Top

Hey guys,

Summer is almost here, well as much of a summer as britain gets. So it will soon be time to start getting your bikinis out from storage, right? ha ha.

I like wearing bikini tops instead of bras most days, not only is it more comfortable but most of the time bikini tops are worn to be seen so with a sheer top over I find it perfect for hot days.


What I used
A bikini top as a pattern
Scissors
Cotton
Sewing machine
Fabric
Pins

First I measured my old bikini top against my fabric and allowing for a hem cut out two identical pieces of fabric.

Then I cut out about a 2 inch waist band.

I then cut out four times the widths of my current bikini strap and cut in half.

 Then i folded both sides into the centre and stitched

 Both straps done

Then i attached the cups on the inner edge of the cups and hem the outer edge of the cup and stitch.

I Then placed the cups onto the waistband with rights sides facing like so

Then i folded the waist band over tucking in the edge for seamless finish and sew.

 Make a small dart above each cup where the strap meets to straighten the strap, this will gape otherwise.

Cut off any excess cotton and done!!!!

I reckon I just saved myself £14 :)

XOXO

DIY - All Star Studded Converse

Hey guys,
Just another one of my DIY posts for you.

I've been seeing a lot of studded converse recently and I really love the look, just not the price tag.

 Cool, right?

So armed with my ten year old converse boots(which are in great condition still, if not a little faded)

and some copper stars studs I got off EBay I made some lovely star studded converse for about a £1, can you say bargain?

The studs are four pronged push ins like pins then you close them flat to the fabric, make sure they're flat because it will rub against your ankle if you have any raised. You want to figure out how your going to put them on, whether in a pattern or design or following the curve of the shoe.

I went for simply covering the outer edge and leaving the inner black with its all star logo which I love. I also left out the heel because it's rubber.

When they're finished you will get a whole new lease of life our of them. I just love mine , stylish yet alternative.

And Perfect for Summer ;)

XOXO

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