A-OK

This post is a throwback from when I made some DIY patches for a friend's party/art show during Pilsen's 2nd Fridays back in May. This a-ok is one of several hand signs/gestures I created. I learned a lot about the steps and process of making these tiny appliques. Lots of trial and error. More on the error side, but now I know better for next time. :)

Ooci Gucci La La La

Here's a peek of my latest batch of wallets (still a work in progress):

Materials: handed down oil cloth & found vinyl sign

Thanks go out to Gucci & Kate Moss.

Palm Trees and Summer Love

The weather in Chicago has been a little less than consistent, so I made this mini dress out of a  men's button-up in anticipation for warmer weather. I'm glad for this little creation as it has helped to fuel my next batch of items for my Re:Up label. Ps, I love my little bucket hat. 90 cent come up! Love those thrift store finds. <3 p="">

Playing with markers

Have been wanting to create a pattern out of this design for some time now. Currently tweaking it in Photoshop.

Cut A Rug

While I'm at it, here's another project I've been working on. An overdue rug for my Grandmother. Initially she wanted me to knit her one, but I was so uninspired with what I was coming up with that I decided to just cut up some sweaters instead. I'm hoping she likes the end result either way! Maybe I'll add some kind of stitching along the edges? Still a work in progress.

(Pardon the poor quality photo. Taken with my Samsung tablet)

The Ladiez

Haven't posted anything in a while, so here's some quick sketches I scanned and played with in Photoshop.

Dutty Wine

I made these in a hurry and don't have a decent photo yet, but wanted to share a little recon I did on some jean shorts to keep the posts flowing. I replaced the pockets with some scrap fabric I purchased by the pound from one of the few Unison warehouse sales, here in Chicago. I enjoy the end result, and now have a way to incorporate more color into my wardrobe as I usually end up defaulting to every shade of black.