This is just a quick heads up for any fans looking to get a discount price on some of my items!!
I'm offering a 50% off custom hat to the winner of the October giveaway at Ava Lee! Be sure to check out the giveaway album for LOTS of freebies from some really awesome pages. Click here to visit the Giveaway album.
PLUS, I'll be doing a random drawing at the end of the month for 2 coupons! Please visit the Monthly Coupon Giveaway Album to enter!
I am also participating in an auction at Ladybug Alley Designs. There are plenty of premade items as well as a custom hat up for grabs for LESS than 50% off!!!! You can't beat this price so be sure to check it out and get your bid in. If you were already planning on ordering a hat, you can't miss out on this deal! Click here to see all the discounted items up for grabs!
ABChic Designs sells unique gifts and custom creations. I am Stefanie, the hands behind these handmade treasures. I hope to share my inspirations, creations, and thoughts, and maybe just some of my craziness with the rest of the world through my designer blog :) I will also share any auctions, giveaways, sales, or promotions with my followers!
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
My New Upcycling Adventure!
I've been "upcycling" things for a long time now, without actually calling it that, but now I've decided to share some of my creations with you! I can't guarantee they will all be beautiful or even functional, but my latest one is both!
I am notorious for shopping at thrift stores, and usually I can find nice items that need no restoration. I thought this was the case with a lovely heathered beige racerback top. I was beaming when I made it home with a clothing item for ME instead of the kids, so I tossed my new treasure in the washer, and waited anxiously to try it on.
After sitting in the dryer through dinner, bath, and bedtime with the kiddos, my shirt was ridiculously wrinkled, but I had to see if it fit me well, so I tried it on and took a look in the mirror. It was perfect! The neckline didn't plunge too low for my boyish chest, the racer back straps hit directly in the middle of my back so I could even where my favorite convertible bra. The lighting in my room is horrible, so I stepped into my bathroom to take a good look at myself under the vanity lights, and that's when I noticed a nasty little stain lurking just under the right shoulder. This orange monstrosity could only be the left overs from some tomato based dish gone awry.
With a pout on my face I tossed the garment into my "remnants" bag and forgot about it.
A few weeks later I had just finished working on some lined clips, when I glanced up at the pin board hanging above my craft table. This board is covered with small crocheted embellishments, unfinished bows, and fabric rosettes that have not been used on other projects. A small crochet bow caught my eye, and I knew what to do!
I grabbed my glue gun, and lay out a piece of cardboard to cover the only work space not taken over by other projects - my bed!
With a squeeze of the trigger I swiped just enough glue on the back of my little bow to affix it securely atop the unsightly spot, and "viola!"
My top was reborn, and after a quick once over with a hot iron, it might be one of my favorites :)
I am notorious for shopping at thrift stores, and usually I can find nice items that need no restoration. I thought this was the case with a lovely heathered beige racerback top. I was beaming when I made it home with a clothing item for ME instead of the kids, so I tossed my new treasure in the washer, and waited anxiously to try it on.
After sitting in the dryer through dinner, bath, and bedtime with the kiddos, my shirt was ridiculously wrinkled, but I had to see if it fit me well, so I tried it on and took a look in the mirror. It was perfect! The neckline didn't plunge too low for my boyish chest, the racer back straps hit directly in the middle of my back so I could even where my favorite convertible bra. The lighting in my room is horrible, so I stepped into my bathroom to take a good look at myself under the vanity lights, and that's when I noticed a nasty little stain lurking just under the right shoulder. This orange monstrosity could only be the left overs from some tomato based dish gone awry.
With a pout on my face I tossed the garment into my "remnants" bag and forgot about it.
A few weeks later I had just finished working on some lined clips, when I glanced up at the pin board hanging above my craft table. This board is covered with small crocheted embellishments, unfinished bows, and fabric rosettes that have not been used on other projects. A small crochet bow caught my eye, and I knew what to do!
I grabbed my glue gun, and lay out a piece of cardboard to cover the only work space not taken over by other projects - my bed!
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
October Update
It's my favorite time of the year, and I am BUSY! This season is the perfect time to start thinking about things to keep you cozy, and my handmade accessories are sure to do that.
Here are a few of my favorite recent orders :)
This little sock monkey was made for a local newborn, and turned out better than I ever expected. I was very excited to see it featured as the owner's profile picture the day after she purchased it!
These fun football hats were my first attempt at embroidered applique on crochet, and couldn't have turned out cuter. I'm sure the siblings these were made for will be cozy and cute!
I absolutely love this Minnie Mouse hat! The polka dots on the bow were a last minute idea, but definitely complete the design.
A steady stream of orders is keeping these hands full of yarn, so I haven't had much time for blogging or auctions, but I have managed to sneak in a sponsorship in the giveaway at Ava Lee. It's not open yet, so check back later in the week for a chance to enter! Many more orders are awaiting my attention, so I will post again when the giveaway starts! -Stefanie, ABChic Designs
Here are a few of my favorite recent orders :)
This little sock monkey was made for a local newborn, and turned out better than I ever expected. I was very excited to see it featured as the owner's profile picture the day after she purchased it!
These fun football hats were my first attempt at embroidered applique on crochet, and couldn't have turned out cuter. I'm sure the siblings these were made for will be cozy and cute!  |
| I can't forget the Oklahoma fans! |
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| Mooo! |
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| These little guys will be nesting in a precious nursery soon! |
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