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Simple Tips And Tricks to Make Plain Heel Aisle Worthy
Labels: Accessories, Advice, DIY, Shoes, TipsSimple Tips And Tricks to Make Plain Heel Aisle Worthy
1) Glue two strips of ribbons along the curves of a covered heel for a classy touch. One strip should start from the left side to the right front side and the other from the right back side to just where the ribbons intersect. Tuck the shorter piece underneath the longer piece and glue it so it can't be seen.
2) Buy ready made strips of sequins or patterned beads (already sewed together) and glue them on to the straps of the heels or along the edges of a flat front strap.
3) You can also use lace as a covering for covered, peep-toe or strappy heels. Use a lace cloth for covered or peep-toe heels. Cut according to the size needed then glue on starting from the middle of the shoe to the sides. You may need to fold or tuck extra cloth along the sides. Hide these folds with a thin strip of ribbon.
4) Plain coloured shoes can be hard to find so if you need a particular shade to match your gown, use ribbons to cover the straps of the heels. Remember to cover the soles and heel with fabric also. This will work better with strappy heels as they're easier to cover with ribbons.Source: Female Brides
How To Make Your Own Veil
Labels: Accessories, Advice, DIY, Tips, Veils
How To Make Your Own Veil
The Lengths - Although there are slight variations, here are the standard measurements for veils:
to Shoulder -> 18"
to Blusher/Elbow -> 24"
to Waist -> 30"-36"
to Fingertip -> 40"-45"
to Knee -> 54"
to Chapel/Floor -> 60"-72"
Cathedral -> 144"
*But if you are doing it yourself, the best plan is to simply measure where you want it to fall on you and create your own custom length.
Materials:
1) Fabric - Tulle, organza, chiffon, silk, etc. Length is up to you! Measure the length from where on your head it will attach down to where you'd like it to fall.
2) Thread - Select thread that matches the color of your veil or use silver metallic thread if your edging will be silver metallic.
3) Comb - Any plastic comb will do, but clear/transparent is probably the best color.
4) Trims - For examples, crystal beads, pearl colored beads, sequins, ready made trims, satin cording and ribbon. Any trim that is ready made will be faster than sewing on individal beads or sequins when making a bridal veil.
Instructions:
Once you have the piece of fabric cut to desired length and width you will need to sew on your trim. Some fabrics actually do not need trim as they won't unravel, but most look best trimmed. You will only need to trim three sides of the veil since the top of the veil will be sewn onto your comb. Fold over the edge of the veil and add your trim to the three sides using a needle and thread. The trim shown is white satin cord.
Before trimming, you may want to round out the bottom edges of the veil. Place a CD disc on the corner and trace the round contour and then cut the rounded corner with scissors. This is optional.To attach the trimmed veil to the comb, find the center of the top edge of your veil and sew it onto the center of your comb. Bunch up the veil and continue to sew it onto the comb. Make sure you sew it onto the outside of the comb, the convex (rounded out) side.
Finish making your bridal veil by adding matching trim or beads to the top of the sewn on part of your comb. This will cover up any visible stitches.
Always a good idea to have someone help you with your veil. I advise that even with a comb, a few bobby pins should be used to secure the veil in place.
So get yourself to a fabric store and start looking for veil fabric and trims so you can start making a bridal veil!
The Lengths - Although there are slight variations, here are the standard measurements for veils:
to Shoulder -> 18"
to Blusher/Elbow -> 24"
to Waist -> 30"-36"
to Fingertip -> 40"-45"
to Knee -> 54"
to Chapel/Floor -> 60"-72"
Cathedral -> 144"
*But if you are doing it yourself, the best plan is to simply measure where you want it to fall on you and create your own custom length.
Materials:
1) Fabric - Tulle, organza, chiffon, silk, etc. Length is up to you! Measure the length from where on your head it will attach down to where you'd like it to fall.
2) Thread - Select thread that matches the color of your veil or use silver metallic thread if your edging will be silver metallic.
3) Comb - Any plastic comb will do, but clear/transparent is probably the best color.
4) Trims - For examples, crystal beads, pearl colored beads, sequins, ready made trims, satin cording and ribbon. Any trim that is ready made will be faster than sewing on individal beads or sequins when making a bridal veil.
Instructions:
Once you have the piece of fabric cut to desired length and width you will need to sew on your trim. Some fabrics actually do not need trim as they won't unravel, but most look best trimmed. You will only need to trim three sides of the veil since the top of the veil will be sewn onto your comb. Fold over the edge of the veil and add your trim to the three sides using a needle and thread. The trim shown is white satin cord.
Before trimming, you may want to round out the bottom edges of the veil. Place a CD disc on the corner and trace the round contour and then cut the rounded corner with scissors. This is optional.To attach the trimmed veil to the comb, find the center of the top edge of your veil and sew it onto the center of your comb. Bunch up the veil and continue to sew it onto the comb. Make sure you sew it onto the outside of the comb, the convex (rounded out) side.
Finish making your bridal veil by adding matching trim or beads to the top of the sewn on part of your comb. This will cover up any visible stitches.
Always a good idea to have someone help you with your veil. I advise that even with a comb, a few bobby pins should be used to secure the veil in place.So get yourself to a fabric store and start looking for veil fabric and trims so you can start making a bridal veil!
How To Transform Normal Bags Into Bridal Handbags
Labels: Accessories, Advice, Bags, DIY, Tips
How To Transform Normal Bags Into Bridal Handbags
1) Buy a long, rectangular bag.
2) Remove the straps and any other embellishments.
3) Get a nice hair clip or brooch and attach it to the bag, and there you have it! An elegant evening bag!
4) Sew a piece of organza material over the original bag. This will create a two-toned effect with the original colour peeping out through the organza.
*To disguise holes after removing buckles or embellishments, cover up with a strip of ribbon glue on a ribbon bow and/or add faux jewellery pieces.
Post-wedding*
Change the clip or brooch to something less bridal or make a long strap from a thick strip of ribbon for a more casual look. Replace the cream ribbon and bow with black satin ribbons for a classy, black and white look.
1) Buy a long, rectangular bag.
2) Remove the straps and any other embellishments.
3) Get a nice hair clip or brooch and attach it to the bag, and there you have it! An elegant evening bag!
4) Sew a piece of organza material over the original bag. This will create a two-toned effect with the original colour peeping out through the organza.
*To disguise holes after removing buckles or embellishments, cover up with a strip of ribbon glue on a ribbon bow and/or add faux jewellery pieces.
Post-wedding*
Change the clip or brooch to something less bridal or make a long strap from a thick strip of ribbon for a more casual look. Replace the cream ribbon and bow with black satin ribbons for a classy, black and white look.
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