coolirpa
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Hi! My names April and my channel is all about DIY Fashion, Thrifting Transformations and upcycling old clothes into something new!
coolirpa
2d ago
Recreating the Demon Slayer Inosuke hooded blanket from Universal Studios Japan but let's make it BIGGER and better! I think the one from USJ was made for kids, and it was the only size they had. No embroidery machine needed to make the face, you can sew this entire blanket with a regular sewing machine. And If you haven't seen Demon Slayer, go watch it now!! I'm so excited to make more character hooded blankets from my favorite animes :) #sewingtutorial #demonslayer #inosuke BUY MY BOOK "DIY THRIFT FLIP": https://amzn.to/4gLQxHU My sewing machine and supplies: https://www.coolirpa.com/sewings ..read more
coolirpa
1w ago
Transforming secondhand ruffled curtains into a cute babydoll dress with a matching belt! I thrifted 2 pairs of pink polka dot curtains and upcycled 1 pair into the most adorable dress. Love when the item provides the inspiration for a design! #upcycle #sewingtutorial #babydoll BUY MY BOOK "DIY THRIFT FLIP": https://amzn.to/4gLQxHU My sewing machine and supplies: https://www.coolirpa.com/sewingsupplies My must-have sewing supplies: https://www.amazon.com/shop/coolirpa/list/2M4IGAT096MXZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_WN7BJ06B74CYE1409GJD Sewing room organization: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cool ..read more
coolirpa
2w ago
How to unshrink your sweaters at home! Whether you accidentally shrunk a garment or found one at the thrift store that fits too tight, this hack is worth trying to extend the life of clothing! It doesn't work on everything and will work better for items that have actually shrunk instead of trying to upsize clothes that haven't shrunk. This will work best on knits sweaters and tshirts. For woven materials you can try this wet stretching without conditioner first and then add conditioner if you think its needed. Please share any more tips you have down in the comments that can be helpful to othe ..read more
coolirpa
4M ago
Every time I'm shopping at Daiso, I love checking out their sewing section and get so many ideas because their fabric is adorable. The only downside is that the packs of fabric are so small. I wish they sold fabric by the yard! This video is NOT sponsored. I just love Daiso. Hope you try this cute DIY out. My sewing machine and supplies: https://www.coolirpa.com/sewingsupplies ORDER MY BOOK "DIY THRIFT FLIP" to learn more about altering clothes: Amazon: https://geni.us/DIYThriftFlip Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/diy-thrift-flip-april-yang/1143173171?ean=9780760383216 Boo ..read more
coolirpa
5M ago
coolirpa
5M ago
I thrifted a long button down skirt and with a few simple sewing steps, I created a garment that can now be worn in more than 1 way. Hope you try it out! #thriftflip #sewingtutorial #stylingtips My sewing machine and supplies: https://www.coolirpa.com/sewingsupplies ORDER MY BOOK "DIY THRIFT FLIP" to learn more about altering clothes: Amazon: https://geni.us/DIYThriftFlip Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/diy-thrift-flip-april-yang/1143173171?ean=9780760383216 Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/diy-thrift-flip-sewing-techniques-for-transforming-old-clothes-into-fun-weara ..read more
coolirpa
5M ago
coolirpa
6M ago
My sister recently got married and I made myself an outfit using Lao fabric for her Lao Baci ceremony. I came up with a simple design to go with the 2 yards of fabric I had to work with. I used a pattern instead of draping and coming up with my own to save some time. And lastly, I customized an old pair of pants, that's been in my closet for over 10 years, to match the top I made. It was my first time wearing pants to a wedding and I loved it! Follow Me: http://instagram.com/coolirpa http://www.facebook.com/coolirpa Ways To Support This Channel: Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/coolirp ..read more