DIY Little Black Clutch, pt 1

   With both a main compartment and an inner zippered pocket, this little black clutch is perfect for carrying all your necessities without having to drag along your entire purse. Here's how to make your own! 


Supplies:
- Two 6 1/2" by 10 1/2" pieces of black fabric (shell)
- One 1 1/2" by 10" long strip of black fabric (wrist loop)
- Two 6 1/2 by 10 1/2" pieces of gray fabric (lining)
- One 6" by 10 1/2"piece of gray fabric (pocket of lining)
- Two 9 1/2" long zippers (color of your choice) 
- Sewing machine
- Thread (black)
- Sewing chalk
- Pins 

   Before getting started, you should be warned this is a complicated project only for the brave and adventuresome in heart. Proceed with caution! 

Long-Sleeved Blouse to Cute Peplum Top

     There were two reasons I wanted to rescue this shirt. First, it was my mother's when she and my father took their engagement photo 21 years ago.

   Second, I really like the peplum-style frill at the bottom of the shirt. 

Oh, did I mention it's 100% silk?

     Now, for the upcycle. First I turned the shirt inside-out and unpicked the sleeves, being very careful not to rip the material. 

Tailor a Shirt in 15 Minutes

     Surprisingly, this was one of the easiest sewing projects I've ever attempted!

Supplies:

- Sewing machine

- Black thread

- Scissors

- Sewing chalk 

     First, figure out how much you need to take in. I ended up taking in half an inch from both sides. Turn you shirt inside out and mark along the edges how much needs to be taken in.