Tailor Spy

Monday, May 13, 2013

Awards!

Our blog was awarded twice! We are so pleased about it and we thank so much our good friend bloggers for these nominations. First we would like to thank our good friend blogger Cyclamina (http://cyclamina.blogspot.gr/) for giving us our first Liebster award!!! We are so excited! Thank you Katerina!

Yesterday we received our second award from our dear friend blogger Despina from http://ohsocutethings.blogspot.gr/ Thank you dear!!

Here are the answers to your questions...

1) What made you to start a blog?

We wanted to share our DIY inspirations with all of you out there...

2) What is your blog all about?

Our blog is about wardrobe up cycling, DIY projects and clothes refashions

3) Where do you find your inspiration?

We are inspired by old clothes, new materials and fancy accessories.

4)Do you prepare your blog's posts in advance?

Yes, we do. Before we publish a post there are many things to be done...from making the actual garment or accessories, to finish the photo shoot and write the text...it is hard work but the outcome is rewarding...

5)Do you have new ideas for your blog?

Sure we do, follow us and you will find out...

6)How much time do you dedicate to your blog?

It depends..we usually work separately..MikaLina has her own working schedules...I usually work on my projects almost daily..

7) What's the best time for your creations?

I prefer from the evening until late at night...

8) What would you like the world to know about you?

We are two dreamers (me and my sister) full of ideas and inspirations...We hope one day to be able and fulfill our dreams...

9)What are your hobbies?

We love accessories making and sewing clothes, of course.

Kisses

Tailor Spy

Friday, May 3, 2013

Denim shirt refashion!

Denim shirts are all time classics but this year are a must-have. Digging up my closet I found this very old denim shirt. It must be over 10 years old. It was almost unworn and in a good condition. I decided to give it a second chance...

Photo 1

This is how it looked like before the refashion.

Photo 2

I wanted to change the shade of the denim so I put it in the tub and with the help of a small brush I started bleaching it. The more you brush it the more bleached effect you get. Then you rinse it with plenty of water and you let it dry.

Photo 3

After bleaching the shirt...it is time for the final refashion...I stitched some nice crystal buttons on the collar.

Photo 4

This is the final look with the crystal buttons on the collar...

Photo 5

I also added some embroidery like ribbon above the pockets to complete the look...

Here I am with my brand new denim shirt enjoying the sun....so, what do you think?

Kisses

Tailor Spy

Friday, April 26, 2013

Tailor Spy chosen at Links à la Mode again!

Dear friends, our post "Boring shirt...no more" was chosen at the Weekly Roundup of IFB with other fellow bloggers. IFB (Independent Fashion Bloggers) is a community for fashion bloggers and It is an honour to be part of this. Click on the links below and discover more fashion blogs with great content!

Be Yourself

With summer fast approaching, we're all taking it easy when it comes to putting on a show. Summer is always more laid back, down to earth and relaxed... a perfect time to reflect on the madness that is everyday life. This week's roundup did a lot of reflecting, from the poses we put on for our blogs, the hamster wheel of personal style on the web, going modest when everyone else is baring it all, letting our hair be it's natural beautiful self, and even embracing your "eye bags." If you're wondering if fashion blogging is shallow or conscious or if Galliano deserves forgiveness this is the roundup for you this week! If you're just looking for some excellent DIYs for the weekend, we've even got a great floral crown, handstamped jewelry, and shirt dyeing project for you!

Links à la Mode: April 25th, 2013

A LITTLE TOO MUCH: What would Kate do? : The demise of personal style
An Old Story: 5 Ways To Wear: Red Jacquard Dress
Chelsea Tanisha: How to Declutter, Revamp, and Organize Your Closet
Couture crush: Under eye bags are cute ?
DIY Dyonne: DIY Metal Stamped Jewelry Tips
DressCode: Exhibition: Ala?a. Azzedine Ala?a in the 21st Century
Incognito: Fighting black people's hair misconceptions
Lolieshopping: Surviving High Heels
Melina Bee: Interview with Wendy Brandes, Jewelry Designer, blogger
Nothing to Wear: Don't Be A Poser: on being yourself when blogging
once upon a time there was a girl: Galliano on the Mend?
Real Girl Glam: 3 Steps to Gorgeous Legs
Sophisticated Lace: Headphones for the Classy Girl
Style Bizzare: The Shallow and the Conscious: a Fashion Blog Debate
Style Curated: Fashion & Foraging = Food for Thought
STYLENYLON: DIY Tutorial - How To Make a Wildflower Crown
Tailor Spy: Boring shirt...no more!
That Sassy Girl: Hitting the beach? Find the perfect Swimsuit
Under a Veil: Your ultimate guide for a Modest Summer by farfetch.com
Wild Beauty World: The Future is Now: 3 Predictions for Your Skincare Routine

SPONSOR: New Shopbop Jamie Wolf, LMF, Veronica Brett, Kelacala Q, Heidi London, Voltaire Zadig, Notte, R Rodriguez, Ben Amun, Clare Vivier, & La Mer

Kisses
Tailor Spy

Monday, April 22, 2013

Boring shirt...No more!

Although it’s not a new idea, I couldn't help but to try it out. I came across an old shirt (men's shirt) and I found my perfect canvas to try this technique. The result is an amazing colorful loose shirt that can be worn as a tunic but also as a dress! Grab your markers and let the magic begin!

Step 1

Once you have your "canvas", you will need some markers. I used my Letraset Pantone in various colors. Next the most important is the alcohol that will give the artistic tie-dye effect. Some rubber bands, also. You will see why…

Step 2

Place the fabric on a plastic cup or small vase and secure with the rubber band. Make some random designs on it.

Step 3

Once you have your design, spill with attention small amount of the alcohol. That's the magic moment. You will see the colors mixing into amazing shapes. To see the final result you can use a hairdryer if you are impatient like me...

Step 4

To complete the new look of my shirt, I added some studs only in the collar. After a couple of minutes my new shirt-dress was ready and fabulous!

Try it and you will say "No" to boring shirts!

Good Luck

MikaLina

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

DIY bracelet : Chainmania!

What else could be better than an easy 5 minutes handmade bracelet?

With this tutorial I will help you transform a simple chain into a statement bracelet...

It's easy and fun...

Supplies

1. The basic material is a chain in gold or silver color.

2. You can use leather or plain colored threads as long as the chain has holes big enough for each material…

3. The strass chain will give to your bracelet a luxurious look.

Of course, scissors and pliers are necessary for opening the hoops.

Step 1

Measure your hand and cut the chain. Measure also your thread a bit longer than the chains. Fold the chain into two lines and pass the first thread making also a comb.

Step 2

Follow the "flow" of your chain and pass the thread through the holes one time making a twist.

Step 3

Add the crystal chain in each twist. After a few rows your hands will start to memorize the movements.

Step 4

Once you have finish, make the comb to secure the thread. Add your opening-closing hoops and enjoy your brand new bracelet!

Be careful...you can be really addicted to this diy..!

Kisses

MikaLina

Friday, April 12, 2013

Tailor Spy chosen at Links à la Mode : The IFB Weekly Roundup!

On the 12th of April, we had the honor to have been chosen to be part of the Weekly Roundup of IFB with other fellow bloggers. We are so happy about it and it gives us the strength to keep up the good work. IFB (Independent Fashion Bloggers) is a community for fashion bloggers and It is an honour to be part of this. Click on the links below and discover more fashion blogs with great content!

Picture Perfect

Whether it be styling the right outfit, looking good in glasses, or finding treasures in your closet, ultimately as fashion bloggers we share our fashion story. Through words or through photography, this roundup takes a closer look at making life more beautiful, fashion icons like Lilly Pulitzer who passed away over the weekend, Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli.. and the downward spiral of the house of Saint Laurent. What are we going to do to keep the world beautiful? Sustainable fashion and shopping our closets? And how will we document it.. there are fantastic photo tutorials in the mix to. Enjoy!