Everywhere I go lately it seems that sequins and rhinestones are all the rage. From heels to dresses to accessories - everything seems to be embellished with pretty, sparkly things. So, when I was shopping at Target the other day and found a rather plain (but pretty) cardigan on sale ($16!), I knew exactly what I needed to do with it...
I broke out my stash of vintage glass rhinestones, planted myself in front of the TV, and got to work.
I didn't really plan the pattern in advance, but I was very inspired by the beaded and embellished sweaters from the 1950's.
This was a really fun and relaxing project. And, you don't need to be a serious seamstress to do the same thing. All you need is a needle and thread and a little creativity. I went with rhinestones this time around, but you could just as easily use sequins or beads in your design. And if you need some pretty vintage rhinestones like mine, you can find them in my shop. :-)
Jessica
Oh Jessica
You clever, clever girl!
Now if we all had those beads!
Loved the krispies by the way! Lori
Posted by: Lori | October 19, 2010 at 06:23 PM
It turned out so pretty!
Posted by: Stephanie | October 19, 2010 at 06:32 PM
Very pretty! Good way to dress up something simple!
Posted by: Daisy | October 19, 2010 at 06:53 PM
wow looks like one of a kind! Love the rhinestones and the pattern you came up with!
Posted by: kstar512@aol.com | October 19, 2010 at 06:55 PM
very pretty and great colors.
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | October 19, 2010 at 09:33 PM
I adore it.
Suz
Posted by: Katsui Jewelry | October 20, 2010 at 05:52 PM
Oh my word! You're so creative! Your beautiful bead work has made that cardigan even prettier!
Posted by: debi | October 20, 2010 at 08:48 PM
How lovely...I just had the pleasure of browsing thru your store and must say you have beautiful things! Can't wait to see your Christmas items!
--Lee Ann
Posted by: The French Maid | October 21, 2010 at 09:54 AM
You did a gorgeous job on that, LOVE the colors!!
MCB
Posted by: My Casa Bella | October 22, 2010 at 01:00 PM
Gorgeous cardigan, love it!
Posted by: miss clio | October 23, 2010 at 04:45 AM
Ohhhh I like this altered sweater....just lovely!!
Posted by: kana | October 23, 2010 at 10:14 PM
That is absolutely gorgeous!
~Melanie
www.theoldwhitecottageblog.com
Posted by: Melanie | October 29, 2010 at 08:11 AM
wow, this is lovely!
Posted by: Gemma | November 06, 2010 at 12:47 PM
So cool! Before I saw your post I'd planned to buy one of those Target sweaters to personalize and spruce up.
I'm thinking of either doing an applique that wraps a bit over the shoulder or a big poufy bow made with three different textured fabrics.
Posted by: Monica at Blissful Sweet | November 11, 2010 at 10:04 PM
Lovely site and beautiful colors to brighten my day.
Posted by: Helen White | November 18, 2010 at 11:07 AM