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Waitress Mechanic Dickie's Dress

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 17:05:57 -0500

$30.00
Altered Dickie's Dress

Size: Small
Bust: up to 36"
Waist: up to 28"
Hips: up to 36"
Length: 31.5"

This is a Dickie's brand black pin-striped dress that I have altered. I tailored it to fit a size small, added 2 zippers to the front, added a cool slightly worn black belt with silver grommets which is not attached so it can be worn around the waist, hips or not at all if you prefer, and my favorite part- I spray paint stenciled tire tracks on the back so whoever wears it can look like a real bad ass...very 50's waitress mechanic pin-up girl!

Jethro Tull Halter Top Small

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:59:32 -0500

$16.00
Upcycled Jethro Tull Aqua Lung Halter Top

Size Small

I made this halter top using a reclaimed licensed Jethro Tull Aqualung tye-dye t-shirt. It ties in a knot in the back and ties around the neck making it adjustable to your shape!

Measurements laying flat:
armpit to armpit: 15"
waist: 21"
length: 23"
*Fabric is soft and will stretch a couple inches.

Model's Measurements:
Bust: 33.5"
Waist: 27.5"
Hips: 35.5

Crazy 80's Skirt

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 18:31:11 -0500

$16.00
Crazy 80's Skirt

Size: Small to Medium
Waist: Adjustable up to 36"

I made this skirt out of a vintage 1980's triangles and checkerboard pattern button-up shirt with a pocket. Skirts with a pocket are awesome in my book! It ties in the back making the size adjustable and you can either wear it high waisted or low on your hips...very unique and sexy retro.

Alternative Tentacles T Shirt

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 18:31:11 -0500

$18.00
Alternative Tentacles Baseball Shirt

Size: Small
Bust: up to 34"
Waist: up to 34"
Length: 17.5"

I made this top using a recycled licensed Alternative Tentacles Records t-shirt and fabric from a recycled white t-shirt. It came out a little short so it might show your tummy if you wear low-rise jeans.

Distressed Cowgirl Skirt

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:57:11 -0500

$12.00
Distressed Cow Girl Skirt

I made this stretchy denim skirt using the cut-off legs from a couple pairs of bell bottom jeans. The bottom edge of the skirt used to be the bottom edges from the recycled jeans so they are worn and a little dirt stained...very sexy cowgirl style.

There is a zipper and 4 belt loops. I embroidered a fluer-de-lis design on it with western red, white, and black paisley bandana style linen fabric.

Size: Small to Medium
Hips: up to 37"
Length: 14.5"

Polyester Nightmare DIY Top

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:57:11 -0500

$20.00
"Polyester Nightmare"

Size Small

Bust: up to 32"
Waist: up to 34"
Hips: up to 46"
Length: 26"

I made this one-shoulder top using fabric from 2 different funky polyester shirts. Separately they were quite ugly, but together they shine! Both fabrics are soft, a little stretchy and very comfortable. Everything I make is built to last!

To see how this top was made click here:
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Minutemen Baseball Tee Shirt Sm Med

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:12:25 -0400

$20.00
One Of A Kind Minutemen Baseball T-Shirt

Size: Small / Medium
Bust: up to 35"
Waist: up to 35"
Length: 20.5"

I made this using recycled t-shirts including a licensed Minutemen "buzz or howl under the influence of heat" t-shirt. Very cute and comfortable!

Bombshell Pencil Skirt With Leopard Sm

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:11:26 -0400

$20.00
Denim Bombshell Pencil Skirt

I made this skirt from a pair of really stretchy jeans. I *spray painted bombshells and put leopard print fabric on the front, some vintage fabric and leopard patches and a pocket on the back. Totally one of a kind, sexy, AND comfortable!

Size Small
Hips: up to 35"
Length: 17"

*I wash test all my spray paint stenciled clothing to make sure they won't fade.

Come Read With Me Sweat Shirt Sm Med

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:16:38 -0400

$14.00
One Of A Kind Altered Vintage Wide Neck Sweatshirt

Size: Small / Medium

Measurements laying flat:
armpit to armpit: 20"
waist: 16.5" unstretched
waist: 21" stretched
length: 19"
sleeve length: 24"

This is a green vintage sweatshirt with a cute "come read with me" monogram screen printed on the front. Very soft and comfy. It has a pouch pocket in the front. Originally it was hooded, but I removed the hood and installed a little half zipper v-neck...sexy 80's off the shoulder style.

Glam Rock Arm Warmers

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:52:51 -0400

$10.00
Purple Arm Warmers

Size: Small

Length: 18-22"

These are arm warmers I have made using vintage purple fabric that I think is polyester, but I'm not certain. They are very soft and stretchy.

Western Shirt Dress

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:32:44 -0400

$25.00
Blue Striped Western Shirt Dress

Size: Small

Measurements:
bust: up to 34"
hips: up to 36"

This is a blue, maroon, green, and gray striped vintage "Ely Cattlemen" button-up pearl snap western shirt that I have re-purposed as a dress. It has two pockets on the front...very one of a kind cowgirl style.

Western Shirt Dress

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:26:11 -0400

$25.00
Striped Western Shirt Dress

Size: Small

Measurements:
bust: up to 34"
hips: up to 36"
length: 30"

This is a vintage "Ely Cattlemen" purple striped button-up pearl snap western shirt that I have transformed into a dress. It has two pockets on the front...very sexy cowgirl style.

CBGB Dress

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:26:06 -0400

$25.00
CBGBs One Shoulder Dress

Size: Small

Measurements:
Bust: up to 36"
Waist: up to 30"
Hips: up to 36"

This is a dress I have made using a licensed CBGB black t-shirt and fabric from a vintage yellow, pink, and lime green slip. It might look like the skirt is separate from the top, but they are connected.

It has one short sleeve that is vintage striped jersey material. The neckline and sleeve edges are unfinished, but will not unravel when washed. I sewed 2 green and black skulls on the shoulder that I cut out from another t-shirt. On the back there is a white zipper which can be worn zipped or unzipped. On the skirt part I have spray paint stenciled black flames...very sexy underground style.

Rebel Rock Top

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:56:14 -0400

$12.00
Rebel Rock Top

Size: Small
Bust: up to 34"
Waist: up to 32"

This is 2 shirts in 1! The underneath shirt is a vintage sleeveless white button-up. There are a few small stains here and there and some yellowing on the underarms. No, it's definitely not in perfect condition...very trashy punk rock style.

The top shirt is a sleeveless red mesh tank top that I have done some major deconstructing on:

I stenciled "REBEL ROCK" on the front with black paint, altered the neckline with safety pins, cut the shoulders in half and reconnected them with safety pins and elastic strips, cut down the sides and reconnected with safety pins, and cut up the center of the back and installed a zipper.

Sailor Mini Dress

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:29:09 -0400

$16.00
Sailor Mini Dress With Bow

Size: XS

Measurements laying flat:
Armpit to armpit: 16.5"
Waist: 15"
Length from back of neckline to bottom: 31.5"

Will fit:
Bust: up to 34"
Hips: up to 36"

This is a dress I made using a vintage "Frank-Lee of California" white and dark blue sailor shirt and fabric from a pink-peach vintage dress. The sailor shirt has a few small faded stains here and there. There is a small 1/16" hole in the pink skirt part of the dress... It's not in perfect condition, but it's really cute and would a shame if no one gave it a home!

Neck Tie Belt

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:49:59 -0400

$10.00
Mauve Purple, Black, And Gray Neck Tie Belt

Total Length: 51"

Condition: Excellent!

This is a Croft & Barrow neck tie I have made into a belt with a red vintage buckle...very sexy one of a kind style.

Vintage Checkered Dress or Jacket

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:13:18 -0400

$15.00
Vintage Checkerboard Dress or Jacket

Size: Small to Medium

Measurements:
armpit to armpit laying flat: 20"
hips: 20"
length from back of collar to bottom: 39"
sleeves: 24"

Material: Stretchy polyester. Doesn't wrinkle!

This dress makes a great swingin' 60's dress and it also makes a cute fall jacket, would be extra warm with a hoodie underneath! The collar shape and black, white, mustard yellow colors are very unique...classic vintage fox style.

Lacy Indigo Top

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:13:59 -0400

$18.00
*Altered Vintage Lingerie*

Size Small to Medium

Bust: up to 36"
Waist: up to 36"

I have altered this shirt by adding black and white hounds tooth to the shortened sleeves and made it so it ties in the back. I have had several people model this in the past and something about this shade of blue looks good on everyone! Very wild, sexy, and comfortable!

Sm Pearl Snap Purse

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:24:58 -0400

$9.00
Small Snappy Red Purse

Dimensions: 5" X 5.5"
Strap: 28"

I made this little bag using the cuffs from a corduroy shirt, silver grommets, and silver chain. The chain can be undone so you can attach it to a larger bag or slide it through your belt loops and wear it around your waist. The pearl snaps keep it closed and it's just the right size for a phone, some cash, lipgloss... very sexy cowgirl out on the town style.

Wild Wifebeater Dress

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:55:22 -0400

$30.00
The Only Dress Of It's Kind

Size: Small
Bust: up to 36"
Hips: up to 36" (adjustable with tie)

This is a dress I made... For the top I used a vintage pinkish purple stretchy knit tank top and added a functional zipper to the neckline.

For the bottom I used part of a deconstructed button down jean skirt and some soft white lacy fabric from a shirt.

Connecting the top and bottom at the hips is a burgundy striped neck tie that is adjustable to fit your hips perfectly...very funky and foxy thrift store style.

***All pieces are connected... top, skirt, and tie are not detachable from each other.