Need the perfect casual outfit topper?

Here’s how to create a pretty throw-over-anything-vest from that boring button down: my darling (diy) denim & tulle vest

snag a button down blouse & some tulle (or lace)
*I funked up my denim shirt with a bit of bleach before snipping & stitching

chop off the sleeves as close to the seams as possible

grab some scrap tulle (or lace) & place it over one side of the shirt

stitch it on, chop off the excess & repeat with the other side

carefully stitch around the pockets & cut out the tulle
and your fab vest is complete!


Oh this is so cute.
Thanks Vee…this simple adding-fabric-technique can be applied to just about any garment! 😉
Oh I have a shirt that I really like except for the sleeve shape, this will be a great idea! Thanks Sheri
You’re very welcome Darlene…post your version on my facebook page – I’d love to see it!
what a GREAT vest…I love it!!!
Cheers Nout…it’s a simple update with a fab result! 🙂
great idea with the tulle! and I like how you can’t tell it’s a DIY when you look at it.
Thanks very much Daria 😀 The result was loads better than I had expected!