Recycle that Little Black Dress

One of my favorite sewing projects is to find something at Goodwill and turn it into something totally different. It can be as simple as finding a garment and using it just for fabric and turning it into a new piece. For this project I took a sleeveless, simple, black knit dress and make it a new dress.

On one of my fabric runs I came across a remnant that is black lace with denim flowers on it. I bought it with the though that I could use it as a hem addition or maybe pockets to a skirt. I bought it without a plan because I loved it.

I had snagged the black dress at Goodwill for $6 and decided it would be nice to dress up for work, or to add a little something extra. When I started playing around with the dress and the fabric I toyed with the idea of adding a little cape or an over skirt with the lace. I finally landed on using the remnant fabric for big sleeves. Then, after I added the sleeves I felt as though the dress was missing something. I headed off to Joann's to check out their trim selection. After finding the right one I added it around the neckline of the dress. It's still simple, and a small addition, but I love the combination.

Together it makes a nice look. Perfect for work but not too fancy I couldn't wear it just out and about.

Take a peek at the progress pictures below:

Up close action of the sleeve and trim around the neckline.

Wearing the new dress at work. It's great with this crazy hot weather.

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