Well, it’s certainly been a very pleasant holiday for me! With several days left I can honestly say that it was a joy to sleep in and have days where I did nothing except indulge in the quietness of my surroundings, however … I am now ready to hit the ground running once more!
As I prepare to go through new changes I wanted to share some inspiration and progress from projects that I had been working on in earlier weeks.
Waist Treatments:
You’re aware of my adoration for accessories, thus an entire crafting session one day was solely dedicated to “the belt.” I recently designed two belts before the holidays: one of Baroque inspiration, and the other merely being somewhat of an ornate ode to onyx artful styled piece. Here are the results!
Baroque: I used custom running yardage trim, cut, and sewed the piece on my cut industrial elastic, then used a large brass hook & eye for closure.
Ode to Onyx: I used a buckle that I acquired long ago, cut my industrial elastic and folded one side of it around the metal bar of the buckle, sewing it closed. Then, sewed the opposite side of the elastic and attached a metal hook along the edge of the elastic.
Subtle Edge:
I take note when a garment has a special trim or added feature that surprises you, so a spike or three was exactly what I wanted in this blouse. I added spikes to the collar ends, as well as the shoulder seam for a custom dash of my style! As difficult as it is to say, yes, sometimes less is more! And, in this case the style direction that I wanted to go!
Sustaining and Resourceful:
My African wax fabric has surely served its (multi)purposes with me designing a clutch bag, and a bow tie for a friend. But, most importantly after careful cutting I was able to create a midriff bodice piece as well. I believe it’s safe to say that I have used all of this fabric’s contents for the greater good! Perhaps I may be able to create a miracle out of the lasting remnant of 10cm, but don’t hold your breath.
I will be properly wearing all of these soon, but for now there’s the viewing! Next up? A few more finishing touches on several other items.
Here’s to looking ahead. Of course, you should have practical goals … there’s also nothing wrong with thinking bigger, and challenging yourself always! Seek after what you want, write it down if you need to, and then just DO IT!
What are some 2013 goals that you have set so far?
Happy New Year!
Ich finde die Sachen megatoll! 🙂
Danke dir für deine immer lieben Worte!!!
Ich wünsche dir ein wunderbares neues Jahr 🙂
xoxo from MUnich
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Happy New Year, Madison! I hope 2013 has lots of great things in store for you 🙂 I'm loving this belt DIY, I just may have to try it… if I can really dig deep and find my crafting skills, that is :S
xox,
Cee
Happy New Year doll!! Glad you enjoyed yourself!! These are wonderful…really beautiful!! Love the Baroque piece…you have a fantastic talent :))) I hope this New Year brings you lots of happy times and love doll & great adventure!! xx
Ich finde die Sachen megatoll! 🙂
Danke dir für deine immer lieben Worte!!!
Ich wünsche dir ein wunderbares neues Jahr 🙂
xoxo from MUnich
http://lola-finn.blogspot.de
Happy New Year, Madison! I hope 2013 has lots of great things in store for you 🙂 I'm loving this belt DIY, I just may have to try it… if I can really dig deep and find my crafting skills, that is :S
xox,
Cee
Happy New Year doll!! Glad you enjoyed yourself!! These are wonderful…really beautiful!! Love the Baroque piece…you have a fantastic talent :))) I hope this New Year brings you lots of happy times and love doll & great adventure!! xx
Awesome DIY. Happy New years
That's gorgeous! I got a hand-sewn apron from Etsy and I'm in full awe of people like you who can sew!
Great job Madison!!xo
Awesome DIY. Happy New years
I love the belts, great way to add fun and interest to the waist! Happy new year!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
That's gorgeous! I got a hand-sewn apron from Etsy and I'm in full awe of people like you who can sew!
Happy New Year Madison! I love these, can't wait to see the new ones for throughout the year
Xo Megan, www.TfDiaries.com
Happy new year, lovely! Glad to hear you had such a nice break. My office was closed until yesterday, so I was a total couch potato. It was wonderful! That bodice is seriously amazing. You never cease to impress me. 🙂
Great job Madison!!xo
OH! I like the belt, but the studs are also way fun! 🙂
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I love the belts, great way to add fun and interest to the waist! Happy new year!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
great idea!
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Happy New Year Madison! I love these, can't wait to see the new ones for throughout the year
Xo Megan, www.TfDiaries.com
Ma che bello…!!
Ci proverò anche io
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Happy New Year and Happy New Creations!! I liked the belts a lot, especially the second one!
I love the baroque details and the spikes. You are killing it! Hope you're enjoying 2013 so far!
I love the bodice piece! You are so creative!
I hope you had a fantastic NYE and I am wishing you an amazing 2013… can't wait to see what's in store!
Happy new year to you! Love that first bracelet, lovely!
Happy New Year, Hope you have a great year ahead! This is a wonderful post, I love seeing Ideas on how to add details to some pieces, cant wait to see the finished product..
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Hi doll…I am in complete awe of your creative talents, wow! You truly are an expert on adding a personally unique and glamourous touch to your outfits!
Happy New Year Madison! Glad to hear you enjoyed your holidays. Your crafting skills never cease to amaze me as do your fabulous creations. I would really love to try my hand at some DIY in 2013.
Rowena @ rolala loves
HNY!
My, you have used your time quite well.
I have to say that these look awesome and are all very trendy and tasteful – something these don't go together but in your case they do…. my fave is the stud shirt. Just genius.
Thanks, that one was a favourite!
Muah!! xx Thanks love! Wishing you the best! 🙂
Thanks so much Daniella, So glad to be blogging buddies. Happy 2013! xxoo
I love what you are making. The top is really beautiful :3. I wish I could have set bigger goals on this year, but my goals are more far in the future. Goal 2013 is to live as happily as I can ;3
x, Lara
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Thanks so much! xx
So great that you can do all these wonderful DIY! I wish I had the same talent…
Have a very Happy New Year.
LUXESSED
Thanks Aimee! Happy new year!
Thanks so much dear! You're so sweet! I do love using every excess piece of fabric, haha! 🙂 x
Thanks MJ! Hope you're doing well. Happy New Year my friend! xx 🙂
AMAZING pics in this post:)
If you want some webshop inspiration, check out my first post 2013
Happy New Year dear
LOVE Maria
Happy New Year! I'm glad you had a restful holiday.
I'm super crazy about accessories and that wax African fabric is GORGEOUS! The color looks great on you. 🙂
Talent!!! Love how the bodice turned out!
I LOVE the self-made studding – so gorgeous! 🙂
I haven't thought my about 2013 style goals just yet. The african waxed fabric is amazing!
Happy New Year to you! May 2013 be filled with good health, love, laughter and happiness! I'm with you on the just do it motto, no need to wait for the new year for such actions, any minute of any hour or day is good enough!
I just love your crafty creations and re-invention. Which is key to making the most of what we already have!
x.o.x.o
A very happy new year to you my dear! What a lovely post, I am glad to hear you have enjoyed your break and have taken the opportunity to have some well deserved you time. The belts are gorgeous and that printed bodice top is truly very striking. It was a joy following your blog last year and I look forward to every upcoming and creative post you have for us all this year.
Wishing you a very happy and healthy new year,
Daniella xox
Love your top!!!! Happy new year!!!!
Hi dear,
really great pieces! I love first one! happy new year:)
kisses chris
Oh my gosh….you are so creative! Love that baroque belt:)
Happy New Year as well.
I love the spike accents – subtle but edgy!
hey madison! happy new year to you doll! so glad you enjoyed the holidays and had a little reprieve. that's always good. i love the belts you made and that bustier is so pretty. i love the colors and print of it. you make the neatest and prettiest things. it's great to be resourceful. have a great day my friend.
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Thank you! I'm looking forward to wearing these in the near future. xx
Thanks! Happy New Year! 🙂
So fun!! Great ideas!
Take Care, Aimee
DIY Blog: SwellMayde
Happy New Year! Gorgeous belts 🙂
I love it all and I also have so many bunch of African fabrics all new, but I am so not the creative type to make any good use of it yet!
I really can't to see you rock them in outfits and also see your projects for 2013.
I love the little stud details – I'm so into studs lately! Happy New Year!
Courtney ~ http://sartorialsidelines.com
very beautiful work! it's unique!
Fabulous ideas!
Happy New Year!
Gorgeous fabric!
Happy New Year!
xoxox,
CC
Fun post. Happy New Year!
Happy happy New year, Madison! loving these little previews of the stuff you've been working on!
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Thanks! to you too dear. xxoo
🙂 Aww, thanks so much Margaret! Happy New Year! xx
Happy 2013!
Great job on the DIY projects. Love that belt. Came out great.
Happy new year
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love your african top! beautiful!
xo
MOSAMUSE
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Best New Year wishes girl! Totally loved this one, your blog is just the
coolest!
Best Regards
Miss Margaret Cruzemark
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That top looks amazing on you! Such pretty projects. Happy new year to you!!
Wow, so many amazing ideas!!! love it!
Wish you an amazing new year!
Kisses, Lucy:)
Wonderful post, gorgeous you, my dear madison.
Happy New year!!!
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Wowwww I love those belts!!!You did an excellent job!!!Happy new year!
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