I try to be open minded when shopping at secondhand stores. I often go to look for interesting fabric. You find garments from the 80's and 90's (Evidenced by the thick shoulder pads). I look in the large women's dresses and long skirts, and when I find a print I love, I take it home to give it a new life.
Sometime you'll find a dress that you love, only to find that it's three sizes too big. Don't let this discourage you. Taking in clothing to fit you is easier than you think. Sometimes all a big tent dress needs is a belt to cinch in the waist. If not, you can always take it to the sewing machine!
I found this skirt at a local thrift store for $3.50! It was originally marked $5 but, it was their sale day and I got it for 30% off.
I loved the print but it was a few sizes too big. It just needed a quick stitch. Here's what I did:
Speaking of thrifting, has anyone seen that new show on planet green "Dresscue Me"? Similar concept. The show follows Shareen Mitchell who upcycles vintage dresses to be sold in her store. I've only seen a couple of episodes and I'm already loving it. It gives you a whole new appreciation for vintage.

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I think you did a great job! I love the print but it's always dissapointing when stuff is too big! I recently picked up two XL dresses that were gorgeous..... but I'm usually an XS or S. Kind of a difference. I plan on either taking them in for me or for my mom. Thanks for the inspiration!
-Maggie
http://chicaesartistica.blogspot.com
This was very helpful! I'm inspired to go thrift now. thanks!
Great find and upcycle! I love fun prints like this one!! :)
adorable!!
So cute!
Pretty impressive sewing skills! love the fabric and length perfection!
Goodness you are adorable! That skirt is so so cute also. Thanks for linking up to thriftaholics weekly, hope to see you there this week also :)
So cute. I love thrifting :)
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Your tutorials are so simple, clean, and easy to follow! Thank you for sharing!
I do this too. Such an easy way to customize clothing. It's sew easy. lol Love your blog. Really cute ideas.
Very interesting story. I didn't find it boring to read. In fact, I really had a lot of fun reading your post. Thanks.
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