Project Runway: All Stars - Part 2

Challenge: A Night at the Opera

Sebastian decided to go with a look that complemented Austin Scarlett's dress, which won the challenge:

Photo Credit: Lifetime

Sebastian's gold tuxedo jacket has a fancy tail, vintage buttons and is definitely one-of-a-kind!!  I added the hat and the royal blue feathers for extra flair.  

Just like Project Runway, I winged it with no pattern and did some tacky things just to get the outfit done as fast as possible.  The arms ended up being a little too long and I glued the buttons on.  But hey, at least Sebastian knows this outfit will not fall apart on the runway, HA!

If only Sebastian really had an Opera to attend...

Sebastian's sister stops by during the photo shoot.

xoxoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

The Bachelor

A new season of The Bachelor has started.

Sew DoggyStyle is throwing its own Bachelor and we are looking for contestants!!!

A new Bachelor...

xoxoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

Project Runway: All Stars

If you are a sewer like me, you probably watch Project Runway.  The new season just started up again last week with the best of the best designers competing against each other - the All Stars.  Sebastian and I have decided to play along with it and take on the challenges...doggy style!

First challenge:  

Create a look using items from the dollar store.  Contestants had a $100 budget.  We had a $30 budget from the husband.  HA!

Photo Credit: Lifetime

I didn't know where I was going with this yet when I first headed to our local Dollar Tree, so I took a picture of everything I bought  ($28.07 worth of stuff) before I started. I circled everything I ended up using.

1. Red and metallic two-way cleaning towels for the main piece

2. Aluminum foil for the bow tie

3. Fresh Cup Coffee Filter to stuff the front pocket with

4. A zip tie to attach the bow 

5. A gold headband for the belt

6. Safety pins to attach the main front piece to the main back piece

I tried my best to make this outfit as manly as possible.  I wanted to crank out a crazy evening dress sooooo bad!!!

Reminds me of something Michael Jackson would have worn had he been born in the Medieval Times...

xoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

Upcycled Shag Rug Dog Bed!

 

Old 2X4 shag rug + old dog + 15 minutes = IDEA!

I was lucky enough this rug happened to have a separate layer of fabric already attached to the bottom.  However, this idea would work with any shag rug and a piece of fabric sewn to the bottom with a sturdy sewing machine.  

This rug had stitched columns, which I like because it keeps the stuffing spread out evenly.  I cut a slit in the middle of each column and stuffed it with fiberfill I ripped out of two ugly old pillows (maximizing my upcycling !

Then I hand-stitched the slits closed.  

Not bad for an old rug, aye?

Success!!!

xoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

What Up Dawg?

Happy New Year 2012

Get The Look

All you need are three things:

1.  Silver Chenille Stems

2.  Silver Star Decorative Garland

3. Cute Dog (hahahaha)

Take one Chenille Stem and wrap around dog's head.  Twist together to create the perfect fit.  If you have a larger dog, twist two stems together as one and then wrap around head.

Should look like this when you are done:

IMPORTANT: 

When working with chenille stems, it's important to make sure all the ends twist outward (Away from where the dog's head will go).  Wire ends are sharp and will not feel good if poking your pup's head.

Create your numbers by folding stems into number shapes.  Cut off extras.

Use your cut off pieces as ties to connect numbers to the head piece.  Twist the connecting strips around head piece and numbers a few times as tight as you can.

Add stars by twisting star garland around top of head piece.

Celebrate the New Year!!!

xoxoxoxo,
Erika and Sebastian

Merry Christmas

Ho Ho Ho, Merrrrry Christmas Everypawdy!!!

Oh what fun it is...to dress up.

What are YOU wearing?

xoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

Ugly Christmas Sweater Vest

Is it just me or does this look add like 10 dog years???  He looks so mature!

Get the look:

Plain sweater or vest

Dark brown felt - trunk of tree

Green Tulip Fashion Glitter Transfer Sheet - tree

Mini poms - ornaments

Star patch - top of tree

Dog bone patches - under tree

String to tie bows on dog bones

You will also need:

Iron and ironing board - tree and patches

Fabri-Tac Glue - ornaments, trunk, and bows

Now, should I make a matching one for the husband???  HA!

Can't wait for Christmas!!!

xoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

Glitter Dog Silhouettes

Winter and Glitter and Shimmer, Oh My!

If you are a big fan of silhouettes like I am, you are going to LOVE this project!!!  Check out how easy you can make glitter dog silhouettes of your own pup or favorite breed on fabric with

 Tulip Fashion Glitter Transfer Sheets.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Print out a profile picture of your adorable pet on regular computer paper.  Here is the original of Sebastian that I used.

Tape it to top of glitter sheet covering the entire photo with tape for a sturdy cut.  Carefully cut out dog silhouette shape with a zacto knife.

Peel off top film on glitter sheet.

Place glitter sheet on shirt.  Lay a press cloth or piece of fabric over it and press iron down for 40 seconds being sure to cover all corners.

LOVE IT!!!

Make gifts for all of your dog-lovin' friends!!!

Here is one using a red glitter sheet for an accessory piece.

For silhouette with neck tie, print 2 copies of the same dog silhouette.  Draw a tie on one of the silhouettes and leave the other silhouette as is.  

Cut out one full silhouette and one tie silhouette with a zacto knife.

Follow the rest of the steps from above for applying silhouette to tee.

Find my post disclosure here.

xoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian

Paw Print Keepsake Ornament

Sebastian and I have been busy this afternoon making a new Paw Print Keepsake Ornament for 2011!

This one is perfect for his baby Christmas tree.

Check out my tutorial on this project from last year to see how you can make your own!!!

xoxoxoxoxo,

Erika and Sebastian