Lace embellishments are all the rage in fashion this season. Lace is so pretty and romantic, but it can also be hip and modern. Here's a fairly simple project that even a beginning sewer can tackle - a sweet lace tank top with a modern edge. Here's what you'll need: a tank top in a pale color (mine is a creamy white from Target),a lace scarf (or any large piece of lace will do), matching thread, needle (or sewing machine), and sewing pins...
I found this beautiful scarf at Target for $12.99. It's a gorgeous pale pink color - perfect for Spring.
Yes, it was a bit painful to cut this beauty up, but the good news is that the scarf is really long (almost 6 feet) and there is plenty of lace fabric to make several of these tanks - so grab a friend and get started! First, lay out your lace scarf on the front of your tank and neatly cut off a piece that is about one inch longer than the length of the front of the tank. Now, trim out the ruffled, center section of the scarf.
Begin pinning your lace in place.
I chose to put mine centered, straight down the front of the tank for a clean, modern look, but you could also place it horizontally or off to one side. My best advice: use lots and lots of pins.
They will keep the lace straight and in place as you sew. When you get to the top and bottom of the tank, make a hem by neatly folding the edge under twice - about 1/4 of an inch each time. Pin in place.
Now you are ready to sew. If you don't have a machine, you can also do this by hand. First, sew the top edge. Then, just work your way down one side. I sewed about 1/2 an inch from the edge of the lace - down an existing seam. Next, sew down the other side. Sew the bottom last. Once you've done this, add a few stitches down the middle - this will hold your lace in place and give it added durability. Now, if you are really scared of sewing, you could use fabric glue - I just can't guarantee how well it will hold up. As for washing, I recommend hand washing in cold water and laying flat to dry. A cool iron is OK if needed. And there you have it, a pretty (and inexpensive!) lace top for spring!
Happy Tuesday!
:-)
Jessica
great idea!!
Posted by: Sherry Smyth | April 12, 2011 at 06:13 PM
LOVE it! The lace is such a beautiful shade of pink...
Posted by: creativechaos | April 12, 2011 at 06:40 PM
beautiful!
Posted by: bonitarose | April 12, 2011 at 09:24 PM
Thank you for sharing. So so so pretty!!! Nothing like being unique ;)
Posted by: NeshaShaw | April 13, 2011 at 10:09 AM
I love how you think outside of the box! I would've never thought to do that. You make me want to run to Target and buy a bunch of scarfs to see what I can do with them. :)
Posted by: Jessica at Kids Napping? I'm Scrapping! | April 13, 2011 at 12:09 PM
I just love your blog! I shop often at Target and find myself looking for the cute things you post. Your blog is really a breath of fresh air.
Posted by: Timecard24 | April 17, 2011 at 04:24 PM
love it! off to target tomorrow to try this out! ;)
Posted by: nicole austin | April 18, 2011 at 02:43 AM
What a cute idea!
Posted by: suzeeez | April 26, 2011 at 08:35 PM
I love it...and you will have lots of fun with the rest of the lace!
Suz
Posted by: Susan Reaney | May 07, 2011 at 10:42 PM
This is absolutely gorgeous!! I saw it on pinterest. I am sure Target no longer has those scarves, but I might not be able to stop thinking about this until I can find something similar!
Posted by: Natalie | October 23, 2011 at 04:40 AM