From Holey Tights to Knee Socks {Tutorial}

How many pairs of tights have you thrown out because your daughter (or you) snagged a big hole in them? With three girls in this house, plus myself, we've had way too many to count. Today as I was looking through my youngest girl's drawer searching for tights, I found a pair of white cable knit tights in pefect condition, except for the big hole under the left knee. Then, I found a few pairs that are too small for her now, and it hit me that these would make great knee socks! They're thick and still look nice so, why not? Here's how I did it:

I laid the pair of tights on the table and tried to even the legs up so they could be cut the same length.
Next, I just took the scissors and cut right underneath the hole. You can use the cut side as a guide for the other leg or just eyeball it.
Now just fold cut edge down 1/4 - 1/2 inch and fold over again the same length. Iron the fold so it will stay put.
Finally, sew around the bottom edge of the folded end. *Remember not to pull fabric through while it's being sewn or you will stretch out the knit and the socks will fall down. Just let the machine pull the fabric through on it's own.* Cut off hanging threads. You're done.
New knee socks in about 5 minutes!

{Pardon the sucker stick in the mouth.}

 

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Knit Leggings {Tutorial}

My girls are always in need of knit leggings to wear under some of their skirts and dresses. So, I decided to try my hand at making some. I mean, they can't be that hard, right? So, I found a clearanced piece of white knit fabric at Hobby Lobby for $1 and decided to try it. It was VERY easy and fast! I will definitely be making more of these for my girls, especially my youngest.
Will you be trying it?

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Recycled Sundress

Yesterday I was getting ready for a long, hot day at the zoo and realized I had nothing cool to wear. Since it is only March and the temps have been unseasonably warm, my wardrobe wasn't prepared for that. So, I started looking through my closet and saw a knit sundress that I had worn last year. Somewhere between then and now, it had shrunk and was a little too short for me to be comfortable wearing. BUT I noticed it had a built-in waistband. I decided on the spot that I could cut the top off of the dress and make myself a nice, cool skirt out of it and I did. It took me all of 2 minutes to cut that top off and the skirt is the perfect length! Now I'm digging through my closet trying to decide the fate of each and every piece I have in there! Nothing is exempt. So, stay tuned for more recycled pieces coming soon! What's in YOUR closet that needs a makeover??

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