Sew That's How

Ready for Drinks

2012-07-27T07:50:00.001-07:00

Ready for Drinks by sewthatshow featuring clutch handbags

Chiffon shirt
ianywear.com

Donna Karan wide leg pants
nordstrom.com

High heel shoes
modcloth.com

Dorothy Perkins clutch handbag
dorothyperkins.com

Roberto Coin gold jewelry
nordstrom.com

Gold ring
melindamaria.com

Strand necklace
baublebar.com

Beachy Weekend

2012-07-27T07:43:00.001-07:00

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<small>$22 - lavishalice.com</small><br />
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<small>$305 - whistles.co.uk</small><br />
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Make. Eat. Wear.

2012-04-10T10:41:00.001-07:00

Here, I'm announcing my new blog.... (drum roll, please) ....

Make. Eat. Wear. features stuff I make, eat and wear. Things I do everyday, so I'll be able to post more! I hope you enjoy!

Blog Header Inspiration

2012-03-28T10:09:00.004-07:00

From my fashion and costuming classes as well as reading blogs, I've learned inspiration boards are always a good idea. Here's mine for what I want to do with the new blog's header!

1. So Good & Tasty - love their little banner, the utensils and the colors!
2. The Smallest Forest - the colorful canvas banner is lovely!
3. Candy Pink - from Collete Fashion Blog, the board of like colors uniting items and the cute logo
4. Paper Glitter - the row of colorful images!
5. Eat My Blog - the cute little logo
6. The House of Smiths - the color scheme unites the row of fantastic images and the slogan at the bottom
(and obviously the dots!)

STH Revamp

2012-03-27T13:34:00.004-07:00

After careful consideration, I have decided I don't really like to sew that much. So, why do I have a sewing blog?

As you can see, most of my posts have been about fashion and other things, not so much the sewing projects I've done (still working on pillows from at least a month ago). Therefore, a sewing blog doesn't make much sense, now does it?

So, I'll be writing a new blog based on the things I do love. I'll reveal it in three days on Friday! And to give you a hint of the name, here are a few things I love to do!

1. Nom!

2. Create!

3. Dress up!

Carolina Cup Outfit

2012-03-23T09:12:00.002-07:00

I have found my Cup dress! I had two stressful weeks of no, I can't wear that because of x, y and z. Repeat. But after many hours spent online shopping, I have finally found a dress. And now I'll reveal my Cup outfit!

Drum roll, please....

2012-03-23T08:45:00.001-07:00

I love this hat! Isn't it fantastic? That's all.

Black and brown Coco Rococo summer hat

11 Days!

2012-03-20T09:51:00.002-07:00

I have 11 days to find a dress. And for Patrick to possibly find a matching bow-tie (because, c'mon, that would be so cute!). I don't know that I'll rent a dress anymore since I completely forgot you have to add in shipping and tax and some other charge. So I may as well buy a dress for all that.

Carolina Cup: Hats

2012-03-19T09:50:00.000-07:00

Now let's talk hats. On the one hand, I want something fashionable and tasteful.

Like Chloe Moretz's cute straw fedora-like topper at VC's Gold Cup

And on the other, I want to get a pic on the Carolina Cup site. Thinking of making something like this....

Seen at Veuve Clicquot's Polo Classic

Carolina Cup 2012: Rent the Runway

2012-03-13T14:29:00.004-07:00

Hello all! So Carolina Cup is in 18 days! I'm thinking of actually renting a dress since it's cheaper. Have you ever used Rent the Runway? It's a lovely little website (actually, it's really extensive) that allows you to rent designer clothes and accessories for any event! And, they even send you two sizes in case one doesn't quite fit. So - drum roll, please - here are my rental choices for the big race!

Aren't those rental prices killer!?

Carolina Cup is Coming Up!

2012-03-01T12:17:00.000-08:00

Lately, I've been thinking about Carolina Cup, probably because it's coming up in less than a month - eek! And I need to find my outfit. Stat! If I decide I don't want to buy a Lilly dress because I'll probably be moving North following graduation, and let's be honest, Lilly prints look a bit out of place above the Mason-Dixon line, even if it isn't snowing just yet.

I've got a few almost all-Lilly options, each one is pretty different. Vote for your favorite!

Carolina Cup 2012 Lilly Bibi

2012-03-01T12:15:00.001-08:00

Carolina Cup 2012 Lilly Bibi by sewthatshow featuring wedge sandals

Dress
$248 - lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer wedge sandals
$268 - simplysoles.com

Lilly Pulitzer wedge sandals
lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer canvas beach tote
$68 - bloomingdales.com

Sequin cluster ring
$58 - charmandchain.com

Lilly Pulitzer earrings
lillypulitzer.com

Carolina Cup Lilly Striped Maybell

2012-03-01T12:08:00.001-08:00

Carolina Cup Lilly Striped Maybell by sewthatshow featuring plastic sunglasses

Print dress
$198 - lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer strappy wedge heels
lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer patent leather sandals
lillypulitzer.com

Earrings
$26 - preebrulee.com

Lilly Pulitzer bracelet
lillypulitzer.com

J.Crew plastic sunglasses
$128 - jcrew.com

The Preppy Princess|Lilly Pulitzer Koozies
$6 - preppyprincess.com

Carolina Cup 2012 Lilly Maybell

2012-03-01T11:58:00.001-08:00

Carolina Cup 2012 Lilly Maybell by sewthatshow featuring strappy shoes

Lilly Pulitzer strappy shoes
$228 - simplysoles.com

Lilly Pulitzer strappy heels
lillypulitzer.com

A Peace Treaty antique jewelry
$350 - calypsostbarth.com

Lilly Pulitzer - Maybell Dress
$258 - lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer - Dress to Impress Clutch
$98 - lillypulitzer.com

Carolina Cup 2012 Lilly Blossom

2012-03-01T11:45:00.001-08:00

Carolina Cup 2012 Lilly Blossom by sewthatshow featuring strap sandals

Lilly Pulitzer strap sandals
$168 - simplysoles.com

Lilly Pulitzer wedge sandals
lillypulitzer.com

Furla handbag
€199 - zenggi.com

Chanel jewelry
£485 - farfetch.com

Lilly Pulitzer earrings
lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer - Blossom Dress
$228 - lillypulitzer.com

Lilly Pulitzer - Trellis Clutch
$128 - lillypulitzer.com

Inspiration: Design Darling

2012-03-01T10:51:00.000-08:00

For a little inspiration, check out Design Darling! She has a super-cute logo and a list of 101 things to do in 1,001 days - how awesome is that? She calls it a combo bucket-and-to-do-list. I've been meaning to make one of those.... And she has a shop - something I totally want to do. And make a restaurant. And sew without having to try (ha!).

Sperry's Beach Bags

2012-02-08T10:16:00.001-08:00

Don't you love these Sperry's beach bags? My favorite is the Sailcloth Tote (of course the more expensive one) but at $130 and $150 each, I think I'll make my own... Challenge accepted!

Sperry's Beach Bags by sewthatshow featuring tote hand bags

Sperry Top Sider tote hand bag
$150 - sperrytopsider.com

Sperry Top Sider tote hand bag
$130 - sperrytopsider.com

Frankford Umbrellas Commercial Grade Wooden Beach Lounger - Lawn...
beachchairs.com

Springtime & Sailing

2012-02-08T10:09:00.000-08:00

It's been oddly warm in Charleston - not that I'm complaining - and I cannot wait for all the things to do in Spring! We've got Carolina Cup, Carnation Ball, A Charleston Affair, Charleston Fashion Week, Spring Break and let's not forget graduation! And to top it all off, I'm taking sailing classes and have realized I NEED Sperry's. Seriously, sneakers and jeans are sooo 90s.

So to get you into the Southern Preppy spirit with all these lovely parties coming up, I've found a couple of super cool video of Paige, at Lilly Pullitzer, designing one of their many iconic prints. Enjoy!

Back to shoes: these are the Sperry's I would love to have! I'm considering saving up - after all, what's a pretty sailor without her pretty Sperry's?

Sperry's by sewthatshow featuring topsiders shoes

Sperry Top-Sider sperry top sider shoes
$195 - nordstrom.com

Sperry Top-Sider lace up shoes
$75 - bloomingdales.com

Sperry Top-Sider top sider shoes
$80 - sperrytopsider.com

Sperry Top-Sider topsiders shoes
$90 - sperrytopsider.com

Sperry Top-Sider flat slip on shoes
$108 - sperrytopsider.com

Your Post-Christmas Shopping List

2011-12-21T11:06:00.000-08:00

1. Something sparkly


You can buy this pretty bracelet at dreamyvintage's etsy shop.

Ranjana Khan crystal drop earrings at The Limited for $89.

2. Something furry

Love the fur shoulders & skirted coat

3. Something sheer

4. Some funky tights

Lace Interlude

2011-12-21T10:01:00.000-08:00

I'm getting away from all the sparkles for a moment - bear with me. Lace is easily one of the best things ever and along with sequins/beading, (fake) fur, crushed velvet and leather, it's an important staple to a winter wardrobe. I love this skirt I'd wear it during any season.

Pink lace skirt from Sabo Skirt.

Sparkle Shorts

2011-12-21T09:58:00.000-08:00

Sequin or beaded shorts are on my to-get list this winter. Because what's more fun that sparkles? And it dresses up any casual outfit.

Kitson scalloped beaded & sequin shorts from Sabo Skirt.

Today's Glitz

2011-12-20T12:15:00.000-08:00

Here are some of my favorite sparkly frocks that I found today. What glittery garments have caught your eye and made their way into your closet?

Elijah dress from BrandHabit blog.

Chanel always uses fur for fall/winter. I love pairing it with sequins.

Emmy Rossum at a holiday party.

What a fun prom dress!

Sparkling Fingers & Toes

2011-12-14T13:29:00.000-08:00

So you want to sparkle 'n' shine, but you've got sequin scares? I've got just the thing to help you dip your toes into the shimmering deep!

Shimmer Hands & Toes by sewthatshow on polyvore.com

Nagellack - kläder och märkeskläder online - NELLY.COM
£135 - nelly.com

Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour
$25 - nordstrom.com

Deborah Lippmann Glitter Nail Polish
$18 - zappos.com

Deborah Lippmann Across Universe Nail Lacquer
$18 - neimanmarcus.com

Lancôme Le Vernis Nail Color
$15 - lordandtaylor.com

Set Of 3 Nail Polishes
£12 - topshop.com

OPI Nail Varnish - Rainbow Connection 15ml Health & Beauty |...
£11 - hqhair.com

Opi Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Collection - Nail...
$9.99 - rickysnyc.com

Essie 'Winter Collection' Nail Polish
$8 - nordstrom.com

Amazon.com: Essie Luxeffects Nail Polish - Limited Edition Shine Of...
$7.80 - amazon.com

Metallic Nails In Heart Of Gold
£6 - topshop.com

DESTINED Glitter Nail Color
$2.99 - tillys.com

Divine Swine - OPI - Lila - Nagelvård - Skönhet - NELLY.COM Mode...
nelly.com

OPI - Kleding en Merkkleding - NELLY.COM
£135 - nelly.com

Shine Before Night!

2011-12-14T13:10:00.004-08:00

Don't have a gala to go to this year? Here are some sparkly pieces you can wear during the day. Take one of these and pair with a blazer, jeans or leggings.

Daytme Glitter by sewthatshow featuring sparkly dresses

Sparkly dress
$45 - warehouse.co.uk

Biba sequin top
£57 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Vince sequin top
£306 - my-wardrobe.com

Sequin tank top
$40 - express.com

GALA scalloped skirt
$74 - threadsence.com

Short black skirt
psyche.co.uk

BCBG Max Azria pleated shorts
$248 - bcbg.com

Forever21
$23 - forever21.com

starry symphony sequined shorts at ShopRuche.com, Vintage Inspired...
$39 - shopruche.com

Akira nylon shorts
$37 - shopakira.com

Kate spade
$523 - jildorshoes.com

Converse sequin shoes
$45 - macys.com

Slip on boat shoes
$90 - nordstrom.com

Zara sequin flat
$90 - zara.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors red handbag
$368 - neimanmarcus.com

Betsey Johnson sequin jewelry
$35 - nordstrom.com

Salvatore Ferragamo hair bow accessory
$160 - bloomingdales.com

Pinterest & Wanelo

2011-12-14T12:09:00.000-08:00

I am obsessed with Pinterest. So much, that it has led to hours of procrastinating when I should have been preparing for finals. (Don't worry though, the cramming paid off.) Are you on Pinterest? Don't you love it!? Have you found me on Pinterest yet? ;)

My Fashion & Beauty board

Also, have you discovered Wanelo? It's like Pinterest but with products you wouldn't normally know of that you just click and buy! PERFECT for last-minute Christmas shopping!