Hey friends! Welcome to episode 3 of my series:
you don't need Shein, you just need a sewing machine!
I thrifted an old queen size duvet sheet set and this week I used leftover fabric to turn it into a whimsical, fairy top to go with the 4-tiered frolicking skirt I made last week!
I'm on a mission to learn how to make my own clothes, all while taking inspiration from fast fashion trends! But in 2025, I am saying goodbye to fast fashion, and hello to thrifted and upcycled clothes.
Side note: After some reflection, I think I was a bit harder on myself than I needed to be. Up close, the shirt is far from perfect and it didn’t necessarily turn out to be the shirt I had originally drafted in my head. However, I do think the end result is still really cute and I’m happy I learned so many new sewing techniques throughout the project!!! I hope this can still encourage you to shoot for the moon! :)
My goal with this video is to encourage you to pick up a new craft, get creative, and feel inspired to tackle creating your own wardrobe!
I am a curvy girl, and I have endlessly fallen victim to clothes NOT fitting. This DIY is curvy girl friendly!!
Tutorials I followed:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUCHfpH15Xc&t=292s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzYBwPLvc_Y&t=493s
https://youtu.be/bJG05ukXLq4?si=JbhwXt5usaBAc_e-
https://youtu.be/i-9KYwVZeuc?si=ofNcxPfwkblbmXox
About me:
My aesthetic is mostly granola girl, whimsical fairy, eclectic, and grandma chic. I try to be as eco-conscious and sustainable as possible. I love thrifting, thrift flips, DIY's, and traveling. I value less consumption and more creation on this channel :)
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xoxo Shaylene
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Chapters:
0:00 intro
1:20 planning + cutting
4:53 shirring the back
8:15 creating the liner
9:35 gathering the front
11:27 attaching the liner
11:50 making + attaching said ruffles
13:09 I changed my mind lol
13:44 reveal
15:03 final thoughts
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curvy girl fashion, sustainable fashion, thrifted fashion, secondhand fashion, upcycled material, thrifting on a budget, budget-friendly clothing, cozy hobbies, cottagecore shirt, two piece set, plus size fashion, DIY clothing