Pop of Red: DIY Silk Tie Up Sandals

Hello!

Have you been loving all the lace-up sandals lately? I really fell for the gladiator style. What screams summer getaway / easy- breezy more then sandals with brightly colored silk ties?? I didn't want to buy yet another pair of sandals and knew I had a pair that haven't been getting worn. I was right- I had these simple black strappy ones from Old Navy that I didn't feel guilty to put a knife to. Add a printed scarf (thrift store find) that's been waiting to be cut up and you have your supplies for this tutorial! :)

Lucky find!!

1. Cut strips of about 2 inches. If you want more dramatic straps you can cut them thicker.

2. Fold in half with the pattern inside and sew down the open edge. I used zig-zag stitch because the scarf was slippery satinish.

3. Using a safety pin, lope one end and pull through itself to make it "inside out" exposing the pattern.

4. My scarf was a handkerchief size. I sewed two strips together for each sandal. (4 total strips) I knotted the tips to keep from fraying.

If you have a pair of sandals that has at least one loop (like mine has in the back) you can make these!

I used an exacto-knife to cut off the straps on the left and right sides.

After making your ties, loop the folded strap around the middle of top strap.

Criss-cross through the back loop.

Ta-Da! Loved the pop of color this adds to an outift! We have been experiencing odd cold weather (IT's MAY- so weird) but imagine these with a maxi dress! A white flowy shirt?

Ta-Da! Love the pop of color this adds to an outift! We have been experiencing odd cold weather (IT's MAY- so weird) but imagine these with a maxi dress! A white flowy shirt?

If you rather buy here are some very cute options *Or perhaps to get you inspired!! Hope you decide to try this!

Inspiration right here!

Cute and simple ties

The REAL DEAL! All the heart eyes. But I hope to buy a pair in person one day :)

With Love,

 Viktoria

Crop Top Shirt Refashion: Drawstrings

Hello lovelies! and Happy Friday!

What better way to start the weekend then to make something new for yourself? Especially an easy refashion like this that is super stress-free and can be done in less than an hour. I am sure you have the perfect top for it too.

We went on a weekend away with the kids and it was the perfect chance to wear this top. I have also been more aware of the damage the sun can do to your skin and try to have a more covered up cover-up for when it feels just too hot out. Button up's have become my favorite beach wear!

I bought this button down from a thrift store (it is a Target brand) a few years ago because: stripes.. haha. But it wasn't really great on me. It was a bit too short and a bit too snug for a button down. It didn't have the laid back fit I like. I was so inspired by a photo while online shopping (This is the top!) that my mind immediately thought of that button down shirt I still had in my closet. It is moments like these that I applaud myself for hoarding all my old clothes. :)

If you don't have enough left over fabric to make a drawstring- don't worry! Use a piece of ribbon like this beautiful blouse from Zara. 

Look how easy it was to make this shirt into a cropped top and add drawstrings!

 1. Try on and mark where you want the shirt to end- add an inch or two to that for your "hem"

 2. Using the pieces you have left, cut strips of equal width. I was able to do two strips.

 3. Fold over the strips in half and pin down. Sew along the line.

4. (Not pictured) Turn the sewn strips right side out - to hide the seam. I use a safety pin pinned to the edge and just start shoving it into the hole. Sew together the two strips to make one long one.

5. Pin up the bottom of your shirt- make it large enough to thread your drawstring through. Sew along the pins.

6. Thread your drawstring through. You are done!
 
Wear with your favorite high-waisted white jeans or with a one piece at the pool or with a flowy maxi skirt. Think of it over a dress! SO MANY OPTIONS!!! Enjoy!

If you'd rather buy one, I found these great options! This one is reasonably priced with a similar feel
and this one is embroidered! And how beachy and gorgeous is this one?? 

Would love to hear from you! Will you make this?? Thank you so much for reading!

With Love,

Viktoria