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Ali Foster's Blog: Sewing, Style, DIY Fashion, Refashion
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DIY tutorials, free sewing patterns, style inspiration, thrift store refashions, sewing tips
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Spring Pattern Sale

Just wanted to let everyone know that I am having a pattern sale exclusively on my etsy site (3 patterns for $9.50). Happy spring!

25 apr 12

New! Carried Away Fold Over Messenger Bag Sewing Pattern

The Carried Away Messenger Bag is a fold over style bag with a zipper closure. It has 2 open exterior pockets and 2 open interior pockets. The tutorial includes lots of pictures, full size pattern pi...

29 jan 12

Runway Inspired Fabric Finds: Crazy for Daisies

Daisy prints were featured in several resort/spring 2012 collections. Some were bright and bold, others more on the muted side. Here is some of my inspiration for today’s fabric finds:   ...

24 jan 12

On-Trend: Southwestern Fabrics

I am a big fan of the Southwestern-inspired designs that are so popular right now – I am especially in love with Pendleton’s Portland Collection! I really want to make something - probab...

21 nov 11

On My Thrift Store Shopping List: Maxi Skirts

I loooove wearing long skirts and dresses. Not only are they comfortable, but you don’t have to worry about flashing anyone either! Luckily, maxi skirts are easy to find at the thrift store. ...

24 aug 11 1 person likes this

New! Sling Bag Sewing Pattern

Hello all! I just wanted to quick let you know that I have a new pattern for sale (here and here). It is called the Sunday Sling Bag. It has 2 front asymmetrical pockets, 3 interior pockets and cl...

12 aug 11

Refashion: Pink Sweater + Eyelet

= this girly little number. I found this pink J. Crew sleeveless sweater the other day at the thrift store for only $3, then added eyelet trim to the neck and armholes. I have always loved eyelet &...

30 jun 11

“Granny Chic” Cardigan Refashion

I just wanted to share this super easy refashion. All I did was add lace appliques to a thrifted J. Crew cardigan to give it that vintagey look I love so much. I sewed the appliques by machine usin...

17 jun 11 2 people like this

Bow-Embellished T-Shirt Tutorial

I am totally loving all the bow-embellished tops out there right now. This refashion was a little tedious because I did the sewing by hand, but was still easy and fun. I started with this thrif...

16 jun 11 4 people like this

DIY Bohemian Fabric & Chain Necklace

This necklace was inspired by the whole Bohemian/Gypsy trend. I started with a chunky chain necklace that I got at the thrift store. I took it apart so I had 2 pieces, one a little shorter than the...

05 jun 11 1 person likes this

New Clutch Sewing Pattern!

The Garden Clutch Sewing Pattern is now available here and here. This clutch has a zipper closure and contrasting front tie. It is easy to make and can be completed in very little time.

23 may 11

Shirt Refashion: Adding Texture

I got this grey waffle shirt at the thrift store and decided to refashion it for summer. I cut the sleeves off and cut a little off the length. I then randomly sewed strips of fabric around the neck...

11 may 11 1 person likes this

refashion: t-shirt + lace

This was actually a really easy refashion. All you need is a t-shirt and some lace. I used stretch lace, although I didn’t really have to. As long as the armhole and sleeve are big enough th...

05 may 11 2 people like this

geometric fabric finds

Today’s fabric finds were inspired by all of the geometric designs I have been seeing everywhere (like the ones below). {blouse from anthropologie, rug from haus interior, tote from the new do...

30 apr 11

A Simple Shirt Refashion

I am a sucker for polka dots so I had to buy this top. It was on sale at the thrift store for 95 cents! It didn’t look too great on. It was way too boxy so I decided to add a little shape to...

13 apr 11 1 person likes this

New! Bow Tote Bag Sewing Pattern

The Bow Tote Bag is now available on alifosterpatterns.com for the sale price of $3.99. It is also in my etsy shop. Unlike my other tote bags, this one has an interior zippered pouch pocket.

03 apr 11 1 person likes this

Sew Sew

Love this print from Little Types. There are quilting and knitting ones, too.

16 mar 11 1 person likes this

Fresh & Fruity Fabrics

{Pics from Style.com Designers: Suno, Stella McCartney, Moschino Cheap & Chic} A reader left a comment the other day saying that she was looking for fabric similar to Stella McCartney’s ci...

10 mar 11

Refashion: Dress to Paper Bag Waist Skirt

I found this red gingham dress at the thrift store for $3. I love gingham (see last post) so I had to buy it. Here is the before: And here is the after: I was going to make a belt out of the same...

21 feb 11

Runway Inspired Fabric Finds

I like to get ideas before fabric shopping because I tend to get overwhelmed ….so I thought it would be kinda fun to take some inpiration from the runway and see what I could find. The D&G...

20 feb 11 1 person likes this

New Mini Messenger Bag Sewing Pattern

Just wanted to let you all know that I have a new pattern for sale. It is a small size, has 2 exterior patch pockets, 1 interior patch pocket & a button closure. If you are interested, it is on...

10 feb 11

New Liberty of London Fabrics

I just saw that the Libery of London spring/summer 2011 fabric collection is out. They always have such great prints. Here are a few of my favorites. Aren’t they cute?

16 jan 11

Thrifted Dress Refashion

I found this linen Laura Ashley dress at the thrift store the other day for $8. I didn’t like the length so I chopped it. I then used that fabric to make rows of pleats at the neckline. I le...

29 dec 10 3 people like this

DIY Inspiration: Anthro Lace Necklace

Anthropologie, of course, is always a major source of DIY inspiration. This is their Cluny Lace Necklace which would be super easy to make yourself.

21 dec 10 2 people like this

How to Finish Seams Without a Serger

One way to finish seams without a serger is to simply cut the raw edges with a pinking shears. I bought a vintage dress recently and the edges were finished this way. I never knew this method was u...

19 dec 10

Holiday Outfits

Looks like I am in the market for some red tights. I would love one of these Malinka dresses, too! (discovered via frolic)

13 dec 10 1 person likes this

DIY Inspiration: Leg Warmers

Turn the sleeves of an old sweater into leg warmers…This would be a great diy holiday gift idea! I found a video HERE with super easy intructions if anyone is interested. This pair is from Fre...

23 nov 10 1 person likes this

Loving…Thomsen

Thanks to Unruly Things, I recently discovered Thomsen. I absolutely LOVE the plaids and florals….I also love that wallpaper.

17 nov 10

Frumpy Dress Refashion

I found this vintage 80’s dress at the thrift store the other day for $3. I liked the print so I thought I would attempt to do something with it. The cute little bows, flowers and polka dots ...

15 nov 10

How to Make a Belt Pouch from an Old Pair of Jeans

Today I am guest blogging over at I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar where the lovely Cheri is having a 2 week Refashionista Event. Check out my tutorial on how to make this handy little belt pouch from an ol...

08 nov 10

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