By Lady Sadie
DIY Fashion is all the rage. PN publisher and style goddess Renee Roos embellishes her clothes and remakes outfits in the blink of an eye, often taking the bottom part of a long dress and creating a matching scarf, tres chic. Singer Fiona Frensch, whose new Christmas CD debuts in December, is another ooo-la-la girl, donning a bejeweled hat or fancy stockings to update her spectacular outfits. Lady Sadie likes to update a handbag by wrapping a silk scarf around the handles. Be creative and DIY your outfits, especially for New Year’s Eve celebration. Sophisticated ladies will be seen in deep reds, emeralds and purples or shine in gold, bronze, and silver.
But what if you are looking to update your wardrobe and are not an online fashion shopper? Sew what, that’s what’s trending and sewing machines are cheaper than ever and easier to use. Need help getting started? Designer Nancy Niss told us that St. Petersburg’s Jay’s Fabrics is closing at the end of this year, the community’s go-to spot for gorgeous silks, fabrics, and quilting materials. Lucky for those who can’t sew, longtime employee Cindi Freeman can help you with all your sewing needs. With 15 years helping customers, she’s launching her own business teaching sewing (she’ll come to you) and help you finish a project. Learn about threads, needles, techniques, and tools from a pro. 727-871-0872 cindyfreeman@yahoo.com
Looking for the perfect present for your favorite fashionista? Shop local for accessories and new or gently used clothes from Sign of the Dolphin, Natural Comfort, Fish Hippie, The Radix Collection, Diny’s Jewelers, Annabels, Elizabeth’s Boutique, Hallie Mae’s Boutique, Betty, Designer Exchange, Bronze Lady, MISRED Outfitters, Ashe Couture, Pippa Pelure, The Emporium, BoTiki, Gulfport Beach Bazaar, Revolve Clothing Exchange, ReTreat, Valhalla Resale, Pieces of a Dream, So Chic, ArtPool and for men, Sartorial, Inc. Handmade gifts are forever keepsakes, and The Flying Needles can help you create a Florida-centric needlepoint holiday gift and offers embellishment and stitching classes.