Purple Rain

Here’s 2 of 3 crafting projects that underwent a revamp for spring colour surgery over the past week. I suppose the one thing that I had in mind initially was the fact that I enjoy experimenting with colour. And as I always say dyeing fabric is definitely an easy way to showcase such an experience.

Then, there was also a pair of comfortable canvas wedges that I believe I’ve had for a good 8 or so years, and certainly on it’s ending life threads. Originally the wedges were cream colour; throughout the years they have surprisingly remained cream, but I wanted a purple hue!

 

Before you toss those old shoes out, try dyeing them for one more wear!

Pardon the indoor shots, I had to make haste to head out for work errands today.

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Remember this lovely crochet top … well, now it’s purple as well! Fret not, there are plenty of other lace items in my possession in cream and that I will never alter. One might say that I went on a purple semi-over-dyeing frenzy, but this is not so. I also dyed an old jacket orange (will show you at a later date) and sewed a couple of handbags. 

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Yes, it was quite the creation festival last week in the studio with artist friends, gourmet food, and beautiful inspiration. Perhaps it’s the transition into spring that conducts a symphonic flow of loveliness, one that affects us all in some way. Whether it be in colour, a blooming floral or just mere bliss in climate change. You know, that upbeat melody that we all hear around this seasonal timewhatever that is, it’s marvellous!

Is there a special colour transporting you into good ol’ springtime?

The goods: Lace top-Anthropologie-hand dyed to purple, Denim-Cheap Monday, wedges-last seen here, Necklace- Ladyofashion, Clutch-vintage


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  • Ladyofashion says:

    In the same fashion as you would any other garment, but more carefully: it was quite easy with this cotton canvas. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    In the same fashion as you would any other garment, but more carefully: it was quite easy with this cotton canvas. 🙂

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  • sunchiscolorfulworld says:

    Yes that was a great idea

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  • discounted designer clothes says:

    How do you dye a footwear

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  • sunchiscolorfulworld says:

    Yes that was a great idea

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  • discounted designer clothes says:

    How do you dye a footwear

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  • Mel says:

    Purple is such an amazing color and it looks gorgeous on you. 🙂

    xoxo

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  • Absolutelyfaaabulous says:

    Love this Spring Color Surgery idea! Thks!! 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Aww, Thanks Bella dear. I'm glad it was inspiring. Sometimes it's a great feeling to say, "Oh, I made that!" 🙂 Hope Seattle is treating ya well. 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    You're very welcome!
    Yes, may be as easy or as complicated as you want it to be, just depends on your preference and project. 🙂

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  • the Citizen Rosebud says:

    I see all these great DIY's in the bloggersphere but yours always inspire me to go out there and try them for myself. GREAT color on you!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much! x

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  • Nnenna says:

    I love your purple crochet top- it's so pretty! And that's a brilliant idea to dye your old shoes to give them new life! 🙂

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  • Jamillah says:

    Dying is addicting!!! OMG I had a friend call me once that she was dying things in blue and I should come over…I brought an item to dye but then we ended up making her bf let us dye something and i literally took the shirt off my back to dye it, lol. So funny.

    Anyhoooo I LOVE how it came out The color is perfect and looks great on you. 

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  • Noelani@MonPetitChouChou says:

    Awesome, thanks for the advice Madison. Will definitely check out the fibre content. I had no idea there was so much more involved than just picking up some RIT!!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks! Yes, I have re-dyed items including old solid denim making them darker & (mixing two colours i.e. navy and blue or navy and black, etc.). But, I tend to use fibre reactive dyes for those types of projects. Check your fibre content first and you should be fine. For an affordable quick dye you can grab a dye from your local craft/fabric store as well. Dylon, RIT. etc. Good luck!  🙂

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  • Sherin says:

    The purple is lovely. So cool you dyed the top yourself.

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  • Kwyver says:

    That is such a great idea to dye shoes! They look lovely and I love the way you matched the purples!
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  • Audrey Allure says:

     Such a great dye job – that purple top is so pretty! And love those wedges as well 🙂

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  • Noelani@MonPetitChouChou says:

    Amazed. I have always meant to try this- to freshen up faded black shades on clothing. Have you ever done that with success? 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much! & thanks for visiting. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    I normally use a variety of dyes hun, but for this project I used fibre reactive acid dye and natural dyes, because all of my garments were not the same fabrication. Check the fabric of your items first b/c that will definitely matter which dyes to experiment with. Try acid dye first (very easy and can be bought at local art stores) for first time dyeing with sample fabric.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    I normally use a variety of dyes hun, but for this project I used fibre reactive acid dye and natural dyes, because all of my garments were not the same fabrication. Check the fabric of your items first b/c that will definitely matter which dyes to experiment with. Try acid dye first (very easy and can be bought at local art stores) for first time dyeing with sample fabric.

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  • SewPetiteGal says:

    What a great way to breathe new life into old items!  Beautiful shade of purple and lovely job!

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  • A Fine Balance says:

    I love that you changed the colour from cream to purple! 

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  • Marissa says:

    You'll have to tell me what kind of dye you used and how it holds up. I have a pair of nude shoes that could definitely use some refreshing!

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  • A Brit Greek says:

    Darling you're always so inspiring, so crafty and I love purple! Gorgeous wedges and tan bag!
    x.o.x.o

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  • Heather says:

    I love this!  The purple color is so vibrant and beautiful. Makes me want to try dyeing something.  

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  • Rach says:

    love the dye job!!! great job!!!
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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Right! 🙂 It's always fun for me. 

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  • Chic 'n Cheap Living says:

    Nice job!  I've wanted to dye a lilac top for a while – do you have any tips or recommendations for dyes?

    xoxo,Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  • Madeline Quaint says:

    The newly dyed top looks lovely! It's great fun to dye your own stuff because the items will match perfectly, right? 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, do try dear! xx happy early Friday! 🙂
    Besos

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  • Chic 'n Cheap Living says:

    Nice job!  I&#39ve wanted to dye a lilac top for a while – do you have any tips or recommendations for dyes?

    xoxo,Chic &#39n Cheap Living

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  • Fashionistable says:

    I love purple. Great that you have created it yourself. Xxxx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    A great clutch goes a long way! lol. Thank you. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much! I love experimenting with dyes.  try ready acid dyes they are quite easier! maybe that will help! 🙂
    ~Madison 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks! x
    of course pastels are the must-have choice! love them!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks doll! Purple is a fantastic colour. -xo

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  • The Dainty Doll's House says:

    Love that top, the purple is gorgeous!! Really works well with the colour of the bag, they bring out each other's colour so well!! Hope your having a great week sweets! xx

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  • Cafe Fashionista says:

    Purple is one of my absolute favorite colors so I am totally loving this look. Also…the color of your clutch is divine! It works so well with the denim and purple hues. Gorg!  🙂

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  • Fashionistable says:

    I love purple. Great that you have created it yourself. Xxxx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    A great clutch goes a long way! lol. Thank you. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks! x
    of course pastels are the must-have choice! love them!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks doll! Purple is a fantastic colour. -xo

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  • Fashion Pad says:

    FAB! I forget that dyeing a garment or shoe will significantly change its look, longevity, and appeal. I need to do more DIY projects ASAP! You look lovely, great post!

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  • fashion provocateur says:

    those oversized clutches are totally hot right now! you look fabulous the colour is just amazing on you!! 

    xx

    fashion provocateur 

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  • Annie says:

    Loving that purple top and your clutch – so cute 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray 

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  • Claire says:

    i always admire the way you transform your clothes – no special colour at the mo – but (rather predictably) i am liking pastels …. x

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  • Beauty Follower says:

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  • Beauty Follower says:

    Well done with that top, nice color!

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  • Myrepublicoffashion says:

    Cool DIYs. That crochet top is really pretty. Whenever I try to dye my clothes, there is always a disaster! haha :)SarahD

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  • MISPAPELICOS says:

    Brilliant idea. I might try with a few things.
    You look gorgeous, my dear Madison
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  • Fashion Pad says:

    FAB! I forget that dyeing a garment or shoe will significantly change its look, longevity, and appeal. I need to do more DIY projects ASAP! You look lovely, great post!

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  • Annie says:

    Loving that purple top and your clutch – so cute 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    yes, I've a few more projects to tackle, but the result is worth it! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks! I've been thinking of moving back next yr. sometime … Too much travelling these days for work. hope to see you soon. -x 🙂

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:

    purple is one of my fave colors for this spring so I really like what you did with your sweater. It came out very well!

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  • Claire says:

    i always admire the way you transform your clothes – no special colour at the mo – but (rather predictably) i am liking pastels …. x

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Oh yes, I love yellow as well. 🙂  Thanks!

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  • Megan Zietz says:

    love love love that bag

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  • Beauty Follower says:

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  • Beauty Follower says:

    Well done with that top, nice color!

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  • Myrepublicoffashion says:

    Cool DIYs. That crochet top is really pretty. Whenever I try to dye my clothes, there is always a disaster! haha :)SarahD

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  • MISPAPELICOS says:

    Brilliant idea. I might try with a few things.
    You look gorgeous, my dear Madison
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  • sartorialsidelines says:

    Wow – you look so stunning in purple!

    Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  • laura says:

    I adore that hue you've chosen to dye your shoes and top! I love it! I have never tried dyeing my stuffs before, but I now must!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much! Very sweet. Yes, do try it out. It's quite  fun!

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  • GBFANDCO says:

    Well thanks a million! I will stay tune for dyeing tricks of the trade.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you. I am very happy with the colour. -xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    haha! No problem, they are natural dyes. I've worked with manufacturing companies with textile dyeing in the past, etc. and I just love to dye fabric in general. Your local art store, and sometimes fabric shops will also have easy/acid dyes, i.e. ones by RIT, Dharma, etc. 

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    yes, I&#39ve a few more projects to tackle, but the result is worth it! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks! I&#39ve been thinking of moving back next yr. sometime … Too much travelling these days for work. hope to see you soon. -x 🙂

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:

    purple is one of my fave colors for this spring so I really like what you did with your sweater. It came out very well!

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  • GBFANDCO says:

    Vegetable dye? Uh whats that??? ha ha you sound like an expert. I clearly am an amateur in the dying arena. Just recently my daughter wanted to dye her converse so she could also embellish with studs. I though uh lets just buy the color you want. Might be easier. But then again, she's crafty like you. I think we will take trip to Michaels. 😎

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Excellent!  Thanks for your comment.  🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    lol, thanks so much! It does vary with the fabrication and dye used. I like vegetable dyes, and only a couple of synthetic dyes that I regularly use. But, patience was my answer in the long run. 🙂

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  • Outside Looking In says:

    WOW, what a great idea, great color!  I might have to steal this from you!  You look so pretty in purple too!

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  • GBFANDCO says:

    OMG I love it, geez when I dye my items they never come out as nice. Often they look crafty. ha ha but that isn't my goal.

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  • Alexis Grace says:

    I love it!!  The sweater is great!!!!!

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  • Daniella says:

    You have done a great job on your top,i love the colour of it!! Chic outfit sweetie!! 🙂

    Take care,Daniella xox

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  • DestrehansDaughter/Sarah says:

    First off, one of my favorite movies.  Second, it's a brilliant idea to dye shoes.  It never would've occurred to me.

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  • Vix says:

    I've been looking for a pretty crochet top to do exactly that. I love the result, you look gorgeous (as always). x

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  • Faye says:

    I love that crochet top even more in lilac. Your so inventive 🙂 Hurry up and return to London!

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  • Hogger & Co. says:

    Way to get more use out of those shoes – you truly look ready for spring time! I'm looking for more YELLOW! 

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  • GBFANDCO says:

    OMG I love it, geez when I dye my items they never come out as nice. Often they look crafty. ha ha but that isn&#39t my goal.

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  • Faye says:

    I love that crochet top even more in lilac. Your so inventive 🙂 Hurry up and return to London!

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  • Hogger & Co. says:

    Way to get more use out of those shoes – you truly look ready for spring time! I&#39m looking for more YELLOW! 

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