T-shirt DIY

I constantly find t-shirts look unflattering on me, which means that I rarely wear them. There have been quite a few tops that I neglect because they just don't fit how I want them to, but all have cute graphics. Due to this issue I have finally decided to take some action and fix them, a journey which I am going to share here with you guys.

Here's the original piece that needed altering. I love the colour and pattern, but I wanted it to be a different style of top.

 I have created a list of everything I used for the DIY:

+ T-shirt (to alter)

+ New top (we will transfer design over)

+ Fabric scissors

+ Sewing equipment/fabric glue

+ Buttons (decoration)

+ Iron

+ Tea (for energy)

My first step was to iron both pieces of clothing to ensure that they would line up properly. 

Next, I cut out my design from the old t-shirt, leaving gaps around the edge in case of mistakes.

Now it was just a matter of securing the picture onto the front of our new top with pins. I chose a crop top as my new piece, as I find them more flattering with the things I usually wear. 

This step is all down to personal preference. You can use fabric glue here if you'd rather avoid sewing, as it would work just as well. I decided to sew mine in using a sewing machine to get a clear edge, choosing a light thread to allow the stitches to show up, giving it a different design. 

Here I added some buttons onto the shoulders of the top, which I think makes it even cuter, as well as breaking up the solid colour. I sewed these by hand, something which took a lot longer than I thought, but definitely worth it.

Here we have the finished product as part of an outfit I threw together for relaxing in the evening sun. 

Hat: Topshop

Original top: Redbubble

Crop top: Newlook

Shorts: Urban Outfitters

Socks: Newlook

The transformed top should finally get some well-deserved love and attention.

I hope you enjoyed the tutorial, I will see you again next week!

A special thanks to Geoff: the brains of the operation. 

Loot Crate Review

It's finally here! I've been wanting to subscribe to this box ever since I first saw it and fell in love. After some consideration I finally caved and bought the July Loot Crate, a decision I definitely don't regret.

As luck would have it the theme for July was villains, which couldn't have suited me better as I always end up loving the bad characters. *Swoons over Harley Quinn*

In the box there was a great variety of things that you receive, including an amazing t-shirt, as well as a good range of fandoms, with DC, Nintendo and Star Wars all featuring. 

Now, let's get onto serious matters: everything inside.

This top deign is incredible,featuring everyone's favourite love-to-hate villains. They also provide woman's sizes which is perfect, although the small is still a little big for me (size 8 uk), so keep that in mind when ordering, although I can still wear it or DIY it to fit differently.(Expect a post about this nest week)

Super cute Deadpool socks. They're made for feet a little bigger than mine, but not to the point where I couldn't wear them. 

I cannot stress how much I love this magnet! It's great quality and fantastic that Nintendo made an appearance.

Next up, another popular villain and a little piece that inspired me to dig out my Star Wars Battlefront games to play through once again, so an awesome piece all round. 

Finding this at the bottom of the box was a delight, especially with the Guardians of the Galaxy film coming out. I can't wait to read it, although taking the packaging off always makes me feel guilty, but this time I can't resit.

The little blue square above contains a documentary about DC villains and with Batman villains being one of my favourite research points, this couldn't have suited me more. This calls for a cup of tea and free evening, I can't wait!

Last, but absolutely not least, are these posters of the best villainous couple I know. Both pictures are already displayed on my wall, enjoying each other's company, what sweethearts. 

I hope you enjoyed my Loot Crate review and that it wasn't too long-winded. I would really recommend it to anyone that's interested in geeky type things. If you want any more details or to sign up for next months box you can click the link below:

Loot Crate

Not-So Mori Girl

Forest Shoot

After finally braving the heat I ventured outside to explore a quiet area of forest, taking my camera along with me. I wore this adorable deer dress which I picked up from AliExpress, (links below) is something I've had my eye on for a while. It has the potential to become a Mori Girl outfit, but I couldn't bear the idea of layering in the intense sunlight. In the end most of my pictures were taken due to my need to shelter in the shade, which left dappled light through the trees as my setting for the shoot.

Dress: http://www.aliexpress.com/snapshot/6106972243.html

Cardigan: http://www.aliexpress.com/snapshot/6106919838.html

(The white skirt was from a charity shop)

Wig: http://www.abhair.com/