Category: women’s fashion

Feature: Custom Bridesmaid Skirts

I’m so excited to finally show off one of the bigger projects I completely this year! When we first launched the Color Block Party Skirts in our shop last August we got multiple comments about how they would make great bridesmaid skirts. Instantly we were like, “Of course! Why didn’t we think of that?” Needless to say, we absolutely loved the idea, and not long after listing the Custom Bridesmaid Skirts in our shop we got our first order! It was such a joy to work with this lovely bride and her bridesmaids, and I must say, they all look stunning in their wedding attire! It has been such an honor to take part in helping make a bride’s vision for her wedding day become a reality, and we cannot wait to do more bridesmaid skirt orders in the future!

 
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For more information about our Custom Bridesmaid Skirts visit our shop. They are available in a variety of different colors, are custom made to fit each of your bridesmaids, and we offer group discounts!

 

Photographs by JL Photography

 


Floral Maxi Skirt Refashion

As I’ve mentioned in the past, thrift shopping has become a weekly, sometimes bi-weekly or even tri-weekly, outing for me. I’m always on the lookout for pieces that will make a great refashion. I’m very particular about the styles and quality of clothing I pick up, so good finds are hard to come by for me. Recently, when Hanna was up visiting, we scored some A-M-A-Z-I-N-G thrift store finds and I have been dying to show you guys! We have some gorgeous maxi skirts in the works along with some other pieces that are still under wraps.

Since our refashioned pieces are “one-of-a-kind”, we wanted to give you the opportunity to claim it in your size before we actually complete the refashion. There is nothing worse then seeing something you feel you can’t live without only to realize it is not in your size!
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Up for grabs right now is this beautiful floral maxi skirt, also available in a metallic gold/bronze color (both pictured below).

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Each skirt features:

–  Soft, silk chiffon fabric

–  Partially lined (to the knee)

–  Soft pleats in the front

–  Elastic waistband in the back

–  Custom made using your measurement for a perfect fit!

–  $36 (+ $5 shipping)

Many of our refashioned pieces tend to go fast, so shoot us an email at preciouslypaired@gmail.com or visit the listing on our Instagram page (https://instagram.com/p/3eN3v6xjYl/?taken-by=preciouslypaired)to claim either of these skirts!

Whomever is the first to claim the skirt we will email an invoice to via PayPal where payment is required within 24 hours or the skirt will go to the next customer. Once payment is received, please allow 7-10 business days for us to complete your skirt.

 


Splash of Color: Berry Pleated Midi Skirt

We’re completely obsessed with the Berry Pleated Midi Skirt refashion that is available in our shop right now! The color is absolutely divine and is so versatile… it’s like the neutral you never knew existed! We know a lot of woman are hesitant or even afraid to mix colors, but it is super trendy right now and a wonderful way to brighten up your summer wardrobe. To demonstrate just how fun color mixing can be, we’ve put together a few outfits using our Berry Pleated Midi Skirt that go beyond your basic neutral outfits.Splash of Color

WEAR THIS LOOK:

Skirt: Preciously Paired

Top: Chicwish

Necklace: Macy’s

Shoes: Modcloth

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WEAR THIS LOOK:

Skirt: Preciously Paired

Top: Preciously Paired

Shoes: Lulu’s

Belt: Modcloth

Clutch: One Kings Lane


Easy 3-Step Kimono Tutorial with Lace Trim| Preciously Paired

Easy 3-Step Kimono Tutorial with Lace Trim

5 MORE WEEKS! As excited as I am for this baby to come, and to gain back some comfort, I’ve been enjoying the quiet moments. With the hubby at school for most of the day and it just being me and Addie at home, life is rather simple and peaceful (most days anyway). We’re not your hustle and bustle kind of family. We really enjoy being at home and our down-time together. Really I’m just trying to soak it all in before our lives get thrown into the chaotic whirlwind of having  a new baby. You guys I’m not going to lie, I honestly feel completely unprepared and a bit anxious about life with a new baby and a toddler all while my husband is in graduate school. For those of you who know me I may seem completely at ease, but inside I’m freaking out a little bit. However, with all that being said, there is just something so miraculous and wonderful about holding your baby for the first time and watching them grow that makes it all so worth it… even on the very worst days.

But back to the present, this increasingly warm weather and growing belly of mine has made getting dressed some days a challenge (that is the days I actually get dressed). At this stage in pregnancy, comfort also plays a huge role in what I wear. And my new favorite thing besides yoga pants and maxi dresses, are kimonos. They are the perfect layering piece for those warm summer days and oh so comfortable! Not only are they comfortable, but they are extremely easy to make… seriously, like 3 steps easy!

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My original inspiration for this lace trim kimono came from a lace trim kimono from Novae Clothing. And, as with a lot of clothing I see, my first thought was, “Hey, I could make that!”. So, here is what you’ll need:

Materials:

  • 1 3/4 – 2 yards of chiffon, silk, or any type of lightweight fabric (I got mine from Joann’s)
  • 3 yards of lace trim
  • coordinating thread
  • measuring tape
  • sewing machine

Easy 3-Step Kimono Tutorial with Lace Trim| Preciously Paired

 

1.   Fold your fabric in half hot dog style with right sides together.  Before you cut out the kimono you’ll need to get a few quick measurements.

  • Sleeve length: hold arms straight out and measure from one end of sleeve to the other (my measurement was 38″)
  • Width of armhole: my measurement was 14″ in diameter
  • Length of sleeve from body of kimono: I measured about 5-6″ from the end of each sleeve
  • Length of kimono: measure from top of shoulder to desired length (I simply used the entire length of the fabric and didn’t cut any off of the bottom)

Once you have your measurements it is time to make some cuts. First cut out the shape of the sleeves, then cut the front opening. When cutting the front opening, make sure you are only cutting your top piece of fabric. DO NOT CUT ALONG THE FOLDED EDGE.

2.   Pin side seams together and sew from the end of sleeve to the bottom hem on each side. I used my serger here to prevent fraying, but if you don’t have a serger you can zigzag stitch the edges or use some Fray Check.

3.   Now, hem around all openings including the armholes, bottom hem, and front opening. I used a simple rolled hem by folding the edges over twice. At this point you can leave it as is or add some lace trim to the bottom of the kimono and sleeves. Simply measure around the bottom of sleeves and the bottom of the kimono to know how long to cut your lace, then pin the lace around the openings and sew on using a straight stitch.

I hope everyone enjoys the holiday weekend! Happy sewing!

Please feel free to email or post a comment with any questions.

 

XOXO,

Sara


Easy T-Shirt Maxi Dress Tutorial | Preciously Paired

Easy T-Shirt Maxi Dress Tutorial

31 weeks! I can officially count down the number of weeks before this baby is due on two hands! I feel extremely blessed that me and baby are both healthy, but man has the discomfort set in!  With my body expanding and with the weather getting warmer and warmer, I figured I needed to add a few more comfort pieces to my wardrobe (that aren’t classified as pajamas) to get me through the rest of this pregnancy. First on my list: a light-weight, flowy maxi dress. It might as well be classified as pajamas because it is so comfortable– I could live in this dress! This dress is especially great because it is extremely easy to make, and will work perfectly when I’m not pregnant as well! Full tutorial below:

Easy T-Shirt Maxi Dress Tutorial | Preciously PairedEasy T-Shirt Maxi Dress Tutorial | Preciously Paired

Supplies:

  • 2.5 yards of stretchy knit material (I purchased mine from Girl Charlee Fabrics)
  • coordinating thread
  • double needle for your sewing machine

Easy Tshirt Maxi Dress

 

1.  Cut your fabric.  I used a maxi dress that I already had as my pattern, but you can use a t-shirt as well and simply extend the length. You’ll need a DRESS FRONT, DRESS BACK, and two SLEEVES, be sure to cut on the folded edge as illustrated above. I like to use a neckband to finish off the neckline, but you are welcome to use your preferred neckline method. Neckbands work best when using a serger, but a stretch stitch on a regular sewing machine would work too. To cut a NECKBAND, measure the circumference of the neckline and cut a 1 1/2″ strip that is about 3 inches smaller.

2.  With front sides together, sewing the shoulder seams together. I used my serger to do this, but a straight stitch on your sewing machine will work great too.

3.  Open your dress, with the right sides up, and match the top point of the sleeve with the shoulder seam. With right sides together, pin the edge of the sleeve to the arm hole then sewing together. Repeat for the second sleeve.

4.  Fold right sides together and match up the sides of your dress. Sew from the bottom edge of the sleeve to the bottom edge of the dress.

5.  Hem the sleeves and bottom of the dress to your desired length using a double needle which allows for some stretch. You could also use a stretch stitch here.

6.  To add the neckband, first sew the ends of the neckband together with right sides facing one another to create a circle. Next fold the band in half, so that the right side is facing out. Pin the neckband to the outside of the neckline, stretching the neckband to fit. Remember that your neckband is suppose to be smaller that your actual neckline. This will allow the neckband to lay flat once you’ve sewn it on. Serge the neckband to the opening, pulling the neckband flat as you go. Fold the serged edge of the neckband to the inside of the dress and iron flat. For a more detailed tutorial with step-by-step pictures click over to our DIY Slouchy Tee tutorial.

It is really so easy and comfortable, I plan on making a few more to get me through the rest of this pregnancy and post-pregnancy too.

Happy sewing!!

 

XOXO,

Sara

 


Mother Daughter Color Block Skirts | Preciously Paired

Mother/Daughter Color Block Skirts

Mother Daughter Color Block Skirts | Preciously Paired
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Ok I’m freaking out right now that my baby girl is going to turn three next month! Oh, and that I’m currently six months pregnant with a nice round baby bump… unlike the pictures falsely portray above. We did this fun little mommy/daughter shoot last November, and with all the craziness of the holidays and the first trimester sickness, it got tucked away and forgotten. I came across them the other day and thought all this cuteness needed to be shared!

Also, I’ve kind of developed a new found love for our color block party skirts. Not that I ever stopped loving them, it’s just with all the projects and new additions we’ve added to our shop they too got tucked away like these pictures. In fact, I hadn’t even sewn up a color block skirt since December until just recently. Now I’ve sewn over ten color block skirt in the past three weeks, and with each one I fall more in love. The “in love” kind of sense where I pour my heart and soul into every stitch to make each skirt perfect, then get little butterflies in my stomach once I ship one off to it’s owner in anticipating their excitement once it arrives. It’s a sometimes stressful, yet thrilling and rewarding kind of love– sort of like being a mom.

As some of you may remember, I quite my daytime job last June to be able to stay at home with this little girl and to pursue some of my other dreams. It was an adjustment at first, but I love it! …Ok lets be real, some days I feel like I might be going crazy. Being a mom can be really hard, then add being a housekeeper, cook, and business owner (and pregnant) on top of that and it is like insanity, but I still LOVE it! Like I said, sometimes stressful, yet ever so rewarding.

As for these lovely skirts, both are available in our shop for custom orders! Mother’s Day is coming up, and how cute would matching mother-daughter skirts be?!

XOXO,

Sara


Eyelet Skirt Refashion: Dress or Blouse?

Since adding “refashioned” looks to our shop, we’ve been continuously planning and searching for more great new styles! I find myself thrift shopping at least once a week, trying to find those diamonds in the rough– pieces that have quality fabric, a good skeleton, and loads of potential! Last week while I was searching for such treasure, I found this gorgeous eyelet scalloped skirt. Immediately my mind started swirling with all the possibilities. Unfortunately, we just can’t make up our minds so we thought we leave it up to you to decide.

Eyelet Skirt Refashion (Dress or Blouse?) | Preciously Paired

We love the idea of summery dress that is versatile and easy to wear, while still giving you all the feminine details with the beautiful scalloped edges. Or, you all know how we love versatility in our wardrobe, so we thought a pretty blouse would be just the thing! You could pair it with pants or a skirt, and layer it with different pieces to wear year-round.

Eyelet Skirt Refashion (BEFORE) | Preciously Paired

So what’s your vote; dress or blouse?

We’d love your feedback!