Adventures in Thrifting

It's been over three months since either of us has posted, so I figure it's about time. Lately, my interests have shifted to primarily clothing. I have to limit my trips to the thrift store lately, trying to make sure that I never have more clothing to be altered or played with than I can handle at once, (Say, over a long weekend). I was extremely inspired by Dottie Angel on Etsy. I love the way she gives "previously-loved" slips a new life by putting her own spin on it. They are very sweet little dresses, but I wanted to try to make some that were a little more "India". Here is what I ended up with. Both of these were plain white slips when I brought them home.

I had never dyed fabric before, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it is. Since I was working with such delicate materials, however, and wanted a good, even dye, I let them sit over night in the dye for good measure.

So, these slips get me thinking, "What else can I make my own?" A few trips later to Savers, my favorite thrift store (excluding Paddywack's, a vintage clothing store that I can't go into anymore because I want everything and can afford nothing) I discovered a vintage Neiman Marcus number that just begged for a cute little birdy to make it India's!




I can't wait to wear it this Autumn with some cowboy boots!

So, back to the topic of the title, I wanted to pay some respects to two boys who have made trusty thrifting partners, and who never complain when I take too long in the dresses and giggle with me over the puffy sleeved, sequined numbers that are staples of any thrift store.

Thanks to these two boys:
<---Caleb

^Nathan