Bumbershoot: Flatstock Haul

As promised here are some snaps from Bumbershoot when I went to visit my favorite part about the festival - Flatstock.

I'll do a fashion post soon. I didn't get as many pictures as I wanted but was able to snap a few. So stay tuned.

         

DIY: Jean Jacket Back Patch

Found myself in my sewing room again. Boy, it felt good!

I forget how much I love sewing. It's very relaxing. Also like being able to post my work on Instagram and getting feedback. But the best feeling is getting to share cool DIY projects with you guys! Like this one.

  

Jean Jacket Back Patches - You of course can spend $50-100 on a jacket like this at places like Top Shop or Nasty Gal OR you can make one yourself for less than $15

1. Find a great inexpensive jean jacket with a single panel back. It's easier to cut and sew with. This jacket was $4.50 found at deseret industries.

 

2. Cut the back panel out.

3. Use the back panel you just cut out to get the ideal shape for the patch you'll be sewing in the back. When cutting, leave yourself some room for sewing a seam. Give yourself about half an inch of extra space. 

(Side note- I found this great fabric at Stitches on Cap Hill. It was $7.99 a yard. Best part about this DIY you can use any pattern)

4. Pin the patch in places.

 

5. Take your time and being to sew. Remember to remove the pins!

6. Best for last - Wear & Share!

Ta-da! There it is. It's truly that easy. I am already working on a new design for my boyfriend. New jean jacket and a whole new fabric type. This DIY is interchangeable and really all about making it your own.

 

Flatstock 2013

It's that time of year again: Bumbershoot. Seattle's music and multi media festival. But I go for one reason and one reason only: Flatstock!

And, I am broke yet again but it was worth it. I picked up a bunch of new stickers, meet new talented artists, and purchased two beautiful prints of Dolly Parton and Diana Ross on black velvet. Stunning pieces of artwork by Kii Arens.

        

Today it's a lazy sunday filled with cleaning my room, Mad Men, and hopefully seeing a movie later. Not to mention it's finally September. You have no idea how excited I am.

Shoes (Nordstrom Rack) x DIY Shorts

Shirt (SAM) x button up (Pop Shop $5.00)