I love that she's doing clothes from Wal-Mart, it's something a lot of people can afford & find exactly similar to what she has. It's good for learning & going along with her. She made them so cute! I hope we see some more walmart or similar stores.
And her alterations did not cost much either. The first top, the only supply she had to buy was the thin elastic. (and many home sewists would already have it).
I'm curious if April will try the bag flip? 😉 Nava Rose posted a video in Sept, and I thought it came out really well; flipping a mock Louis Vuitton bag into a skirt and bralette set.
The tan dress is so cute after! Random but here’s an idea I would be interested in: a video on sewing foots. Maybe your faves/most useful and how to use them?
I'm older too and follow her. She is so creative and inspires me. I am 56 lol. I joined her patreon site to support her. I have learned so much from her videos.
Hi April! You truly are a gem! Because of you, I purchased my very first sewing machine. I have a lot of clothes that I no longer wear but because of your videos, I can finally turn them into something better! Thank you!!
The great secret of this video is that everything seems more expensive when it's tailored for the body it's on. What's awesome is that, as a person who feels more self conscious about weight, nearly every "but-make-it-sexier" look here works for me. The absent panel in the seafoam top wouldn't feel too exposing since the top could be tailored right up to smallest point on my upper body, then left to hang loose and taper my body perfectly, rather than being cropped -- less work than what April does. The same trick works even more obviously in her alteration of the peasant top, where one only needs to put the bottom elastic line in the smallest place on the body to make a genius false waist. I particularly like it with that top, since this kind of shapeless top tends to be hefted toward people worried about weight and everybody can gather it like this and be like-- "Look! trendy and sexy! Body under there!" without sacrificing joy to something that holds the body in in hot weather.
The princess seams on the shorts were a brilliant addition ! I've been trying to decide how to alter several pairs of thrifted trousers and never even thought of princess seams. And wow, that dress transformation was incredible!
Love your videos!! You are so clear and show your work really well. I did the wedding dress alteration for myself as I am pregnant. Your tips come in handy.
This is brilliant ! I am pretty tall and even though I am on the slim slide, clothes usually fit me if they are long enough but I really admire your creative mind and skill. You are inspiring !
I love, love, love the pirate shirt and paper bag shorts transformation. Well done. The sad truth is it’s much cheaper to alter store bought clothes than to sew from scratch.
A lot of the time this is true. There are ways to save money, though. Whenever I wear something out, I strip it down. I have a box with a bunch of bag hardware, zippers, buttons, etc that I've rescued from clothes that are beyond repair. I also save any fabric that can be rescued (like pants legs, for example). You can sometimes find fabric and/or items to make or remake while you're thrifting. Also, look for sales- I found an adorable striped jersey fabric that was on clearance for 50 cents a yard! And don't forget the stores like Joann's that have great coupons! Those can really save you some money, which is always welcome!
That's why places like goodwill are so useful! You are reusing other people's clothes to make your own design. I think making from scratch can also be good, though. I think it helps you understand how the garments come together, and how sewing in general works.
OMG. On the last dress, when you said "I'm sewing down the seams BEFORE opening up the slit" 🤯😮 I'm so grateful for this tip. Like, of course, great move. I'll be doing it this way in the future. Thank you!
You are so amazing! Every time I watch one of your videos I feel so inspired. You make high fashion seem attainable even on a budget. Thank you for posting your videos!!
While April is undeniably talented, part of the reason these turn out so good is because April is just so darn gorgeous! I feel like I’d look like a potato in that dress and a pirate in the top. 😋 On her though, it’s perfection! That’s the magic of making your own clothing to fit, and being so pretty.
I’ve had the same problems with clothes from good stores being off grain, but not noticeable until after washing. So annoying. Love your transformations.
Yes! I’ve been wanting you to transform something from a store for a while. I feel like it’s easier to do the same transformation and cheaper in the long run.
I love videos like these which show how a few changes can transform an item of clothing. I also liked how this showed clothes from Wal-Mart because I've often wondered if clothes bought from there or similar places could stand up to these kinds of adjustments. It's good to know we don't have to be scared to try!
Yolanda Cartomancy Happy September Birthday 🎂. I’m just viewing this video and I’m 65. So great to see Seniors still sewing, quilting & crocheting, me for grandchildren’s Christmas gifts.
I really love this video concept. You made dramatic improvements in all the clothes but with minimal cost and effort. You didn't have to cut them up and totally remake them- they just needed tweaks.
Love that you keep it simple but still want to outcome to look nice. Yes, a seam ripper is often necessary in order to keep the guidelines. Good instructions while keeping the video short and to the point.
Loved the shorts and dress transformation!!!! Could you possibly do a tutorial on what a princess seam is and how to do it? I loved the look it gave to the clothes!!
The first redo It looks way better after you redo it the first shirt looks amazing... way better than before...I love them all especially the second one looks phenomenal all so amazing one after another you rocked it all ..
Well done April. Sometimes I like the fabric of a dress and, not the dress etc. If I'm in the mood to sew I'll try what you did. I would quicker buy a bigger size if my size is sold out and alter it.. Good going.
April, your transformations are beautiful. Thank you for these voiceovers. Even though I love watching the actual transformations, these videos are very educational for me. I am learning a lot of terminology. "Speaking" sewing is a whole new world for me but I guess we all had to learn it from the beginning.
Hi April!! Wonderful vlog.. Glad to see someone else who has to alter clothes from Wal-Mart.. I’m plus size & once in a blue moon will purchase something & no matter what have to alter it somehow.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵
The fact that the fabric went uneven after you washed it points to the (dubious) quality of cheap clothing... You brought these items up a notch for sure!
I alter clothing all the time. In fact, I am watching this video after altering two shirts. I have a large bust but a small rib cage, and I am short-waisted. It can be hard to find something that fits everywhere at once. I've learned a lot over the years of what it takes to make something flattering, so now I focus on whether something fits in the bust. If it does, I know I can fix the rest with easy fixes like elastic, tucks, darts, taking in the sides or shoulders, removing sleeves, cropping sleeves, whatever. Knowing how to sew is a gamechanger.
April, great job on everything. I really like how you fixed the white top. I think the princess seam on the shorts was so smart. Everything looks so good on you! Take care & God Bless.
After this video if Walmart don't contact and hire you for fashion advice and design I would be surprised. Lady you just got yourself a job in Walmart and you fix your own price. Kudos to you ❤️.
My fav was the white blouse! I would pay for your modifications! It was Gorgeous. I actually like the before and after of the dress. It would have been cool if you put the buttons where the dress meets the spaghetti straps. Great job on all of them!
Love these transformations! I’d be lazier about the last one personally and just shorten it and change the buttons to more proper tortoiseshell ones, but that’s mostly because I have one exactly like it in black but shorter from ASOS and I wear it constantly. Thanks for the ideas!
You always make everything look so awesome!!! But you are so beautiful, I think you could wear a paper bag and make it look like a work of art!!😂 you have so much talent!!!!! 💖 Please take care and stay safe and healthy 💕💗
Peasant blouse flip!! 😍❤️ It's the chic, modern version of Seinfeld's "The Puffy Shirt" from '93. If I had the equipment and the skill, then I'd flip that one.
Please lmk: how to determine how long the elastic should be when using it to tighten fit? It's a GREAT suggestion and I want to do it, but how to determine the length needed so it's not too tight/too loose? I love to repurpose things and your channel is very inspiring.
I am not April, but: you need to figure out how much of the fabric you want to gather. for that you probably need someone else to help with pinning the extra material in place. and then you will need to measure elastic by figuring out how much you want it to stretch. one thing is not to stretch it too much, it can get uncomfortable on the body. I don't know how to explain better but I hope that helped? (you can pin stuff yourself too but it's much more trial and error)
I love that she's doing clothes from Wal-Mart, it's something a lot of people can afford & find exactly similar to what she has. It's good for learning & going along with her. She made them so cute! I hope we see some more walmart or similar stores.
And her alterations did not cost much either. The first top, the only supply she had to buy was the thin elastic. (and many home sewists would already have it).
I love that this one we can follow along with. I'd certainly love to see a few more of these sprinkled in throughout her normal videos!
It's still much cheaper to buy from a thrift store. Who wants to pay the regular price for an item they have to alter?
Out of all the clothes flips I watch on RUclips I find April's work to be the cleanest and most creative.
Her instructions are also very clear
I'm curious if April will try the bag flip? 😉 Nava Rose posted a video in Sept, and I thought it came out really well; flipping a mock Louis Vuitton bag into a skirt and bralette set.
Ever seen Evelyn Wood’s work?
Preach
I love the peasant blouse transformation
Thank you
That was gorgeous.
Yes! It looks sooo much prettier!
The tan dress is so cute after! Random but here’s an idea I would be interested in: a video on sewing foots. Maybe your faves/most useful and how to use them?
Check out Evelyn wood
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Yeollbae I have many foots but mostly only use the regular one :) except for zippers that’s one foot you should have!
I swear, April is a magician 😱
I am sure on it too 😊
She has proven time after time that it absolutely IS possible to make a silk purse out of a sow's ear!
So clever! Love your eye for fashion . . . and I'm probably older than your grandmother! Huge fan!
I’m glad I’m not the only Gramma who likes her videos! Hehehe. She’s very clever. 👍
I'm older too and follow her. She is so creative and inspires me. I am 56 lol. I joined her patreon site to support her. I have learned so much from her videos.
@@jsorensens2 OMG! I personally use "Gramma" and not Grandma. So nice to meet another like me. She IS so clever. Love her.
@@yolandadicostanzo1347 I'll be 70 in September!
Stephanie Jo Rountree Yay another Gramma! 😁
Hi April! You truly are a gem! Because of you, I purchased my very first sewing machine.
I have a lot of clothes that I no longer wear but because of your videos, I can finally turn them into something better! Thank you!!
The great secret of this video is that everything seems more expensive when it's tailored for the body it's on. What's awesome is that, as a person who feels more self conscious about weight, nearly every "but-make-it-sexier" look here works for me. The absent panel in the seafoam top wouldn't feel too exposing since the top could be tailored right up to smallest point on my upper body, then left to hang loose and taper my body perfectly, rather than being cropped -- less work than what April does. The same trick works even more obviously in her alteration of the peasant top, where one only needs to put the bottom elastic line in the smallest place on the body to make a genius false waist. I particularly like it with that top, since this kind of shapeless top tends to be hefted toward people worried about weight and everybody can gather it like this and be like-- "Look! trendy and sexy! Body under there!" without sacrificing joy to something that holds the body in in hot weather.
The original peasant blouse kinda looks like a baptism robe.
I was thinking that, too!
The princess seams on the shorts were a brilliant addition ! I've been trying to decide how to alter several pairs of thrifted trousers and never even thought of princess seams.
And wow, that dress transformation was incredible!
Love your videos!! You are so clear and show your work really well. I did the wedding dress alteration for myself as I am pregnant. Your tips come in handy.
I am gobsmacked by just how much of a change you made on these pieces! You really inspire me to get more hands-on with my clothes!
Wow! Great transformations! More of these videos please! Clearance racks at Walmart have $1 items!..with your magical hands anything is possible!!
This is brilliant ! I am pretty tall and even though I am on the slim slide, clothes usually fit me if they are long enough but I really admire your creative mind and skill. You are inspiring !
You made walmart clothes look 2x more expensive! I'm blown away like a leaf in the wind
I love, love, love the pirate shirt and paper bag shorts transformation. Well done. The sad truth is it’s much cheaper to alter store bought clothes than to sew from scratch.
A lot of the time this is true. There are ways to save money, though.
Whenever I wear something out, I strip it down. I have a box with a bunch of bag hardware, zippers, buttons, etc that I've rescued from clothes that are beyond repair. I also save any fabric that can be rescued (like pants legs, for example).
You can sometimes find fabric and/or items to make or remake while you're thrifting. Also, look for sales- I found an adorable striped jersey fabric that was on clearance for 50 cents a yard!
And don't forget the stores like Joann's that have great coupons! Those can really save you some money, which is always welcome!
That's why places like goodwill are so useful! You are reusing other people's clothes to make your own design. I think making from scratch can also be good, though. I think it helps you understand how the garments come together, and how sewing in general works.
@@LaynieFingers We all need to buy less fast fashion. Great job at that!
@@annieharover6617 And another plus to thrifting is the clothes have been washed so many times there is no chance of shrinkage, like April experienced
OMG. On the last dress, when you said "I'm sewing down the seams BEFORE opening up the slit" 🤯😮 I'm so grateful for this tip. Like, of course, great move. I'll be doing it this way in the future. Thank you!
That was my number one take-away from this video! So simple, I can't believe I over-looked this all these years!
You are so amazing! Every time I watch one of your videos I feel so inspired. You make high fashion seem attainable even on a budget. Thank you for posting your videos!!
I absolutely loved this Walmart transformation. Every piece was not too difficult but creative and completely transformed the garment 😍😍
While April is undeniably talented, part of the reason these turn out so good is because April is just so darn gorgeous! I feel like I’d look like a potato in that dress and a pirate in the top. 😋 On her though, it’s perfection! That’s the magic of making your own clothing to fit, and being so pretty.
April, you definitely have an eye for fashioning these clothes to your taste, very talented! So enjoyable to watch your videos. Thank you for sharing.
The white shirt looked like a completely different piece of clothing! Insane what a few changes can do. Very talented! 💜
I loved the peasant blouse adjustment
I’ve had the same problems with clothes from good stores being off grain, but not noticeable until after washing. So annoying. Love your transformations.
The white top transformation was absolute genius. Very cute!
Yes! I’ve been wanting you to transform something from a store for a while. I feel like it’s easier to do the same transformation and cheaper in the long run.
I love all your videos, and your patience to transform all these pieces!
I enjoy sewing! Thanks for your ideas!
This was an amazing idea and all the transformations were beautiful. Please do more!!!
I love videos like these which show how a few changes can transform an item of clothing. I also liked how this showed clothes from Wal-Mart because I've often wondered if clothes bought from there or similar places could stand up to these kinds of adjustments. It's good to know we don't have to be scared to try!
I love this concept. Perfect for people whose only local store is Walmart and whose Walmart is out of fabric due to mask demand.
I am in love with that last dress! Pair that with some boots and babam, super cute!
The dress transformation was simple yet intricate and quite magical to be honest lol
That after transformation white blouse is everything. I need to buy sth like this RIGHT NOW.
So awesome that you have all of these one of a kind pieces that you've transformed in your closet!
Yolanda Cartomancy Happy September Birthday 🎂. I’m just viewing this video and I’m 65. So great to see Seniors still sewing, quilting & crocheting, me for grandchildren’s Christmas gifts.
I really love this video concept. You made dramatic improvements in all the clothes but with minimal cost and effort. You didn't have to cut them up and totally remake them- they just needed tweaks.
You just increased the value of every piece you transformed! Amazing style. Love them all. My fav would be the lace top and dress.
I’ve been eying that body con dress forever trying to figure out what I would do to change it. This is perfect 👌
I love how simple the transformation was for the peasant blouse - Feel like it’s something even I could do
I have that same last dress but their “winter” version with sleeves 😂 definitely going to change it up like yours!
Love that you keep it simple but still want to outcome to look nice. Yes, a seam ripper is often necessary in order to keep the guidelines. Good instructions while keeping the video short and to the point.
Wow you did an incredible job! It's so wild how different the white top and tan dress look after your adjustments.
It amazes me how you can transform some of these pieces. They always look so beautiful when you're finished!
Loved the shorts and dress transformation!!!! Could you possibly do a tutorial on what a princess seam is and how to do it? I loved the look it gave to the clothes!!
I would legit die for the white top 😭
The first redo It looks way better after you redo it the first shirt looks amazing... way better than before...I love them all especially the second one looks phenomenal all so amazing one after another you rocked it all ..
All so cute! My favorite was the dress. The peasant blouse would alsi look cute with keyhole cut-outs where the shoulder meets the arms. Great job!
Well done April. Sometimes I like the fabric of a dress and, not the dress etc. If I'm in the mood to sew I'll try what you did. I would quicker buy a bigger size if my size is sold out and alter it.. Good going.
You did a fantastic job 👍
April, your transformations are beautiful. Thank you for these voiceovers. Even though I love watching the actual transformations, these videos are very educational for me. I am learning a lot of terminology. "Speaking" sewing is a whole new world for me but I guess we all had to learn it from the beginning.
The peasant top transformation was my fav from here ❤️ Looks perfect for the summer.
Hi April!! Wonderful vlog.. Glad to see someone else who has to alter clothes from Wal-Mart.. I’m plus size & once in a blue moon will purchase something & no matter what have to alter it somehow.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵
The fact that the fabric went uneven after you washed it points to the (dubious) quality of cheap clothing... You brought these items up a notch for sure!
I love how completely different and much nice the white blouse looked. Also the changes looked like something I could do.
It's amazing how the clothes looked fine before and I didn't see how it could get better and you made each outfit way better.
I really like the calm, smooth jazz music!!!
A freaking badass!! Every single transformation blowed me away. I love what you did with the white blouse😍😍Always look forward to your videos
You have a great eye! The transformations made the pieces look way more stylish. And they all look totally adorable on you. Great job 👍
I watched this video like 10 times and everytime i am amazed how she gives a chic personality to the clothes❤❤❤❤
The paperbag shorts' princess seam: one further personalization might be a lace trim, or some bedazzlement (if that's your thing), etc.
The dress transformation was my favorite! It really came much better than the original design. I love your videos, April
Kisses from Brazil
What a transformation! using ones imagination is awesome.
Thank you! Love this transformation. I just looked at that same dress and walked past it, maybe now I will go back and buy it to remake it for me.
LOVE how that white blouse turned out!!!
Soo amazing!! is that a walking foot application on your machine when your sewing the shorts?
I alter clothing all the time. In fact, I am watching this video after altering two shirts. I have a large bust but a small rib cage, and I am short-waisted. It can be hard to find something that fits everywhere at once. I've learned a lot over the years of what it takes to make something flattering, so now I focus on whether something fits in the bust. If it does, I know I can fix the rest with easy fixes like elastic, tucks, darts, taking in the sides or shoulders, removing sleeves, cropping sleeves, whatever. Knowing how to sew is a gamechanger.
That peasant blouse was my favorite transformation!!
I'm impressed that you were able to find 1/4" elastic! Those transformations are exceptional!
April, great job on everything. I really like how you fixed the white top. I think the princess seam on the shorts was so smart. Everything looks so good on you! Take care & God Bless.
After this video if Walmart don't contact and hire you for fashion advice and design I would be surprised. Lady you just got yourself a job in Walmart and you fix your own price. Kudos to you ❤️.
Wow! I am impressed. I actually bought that first top a month ago and already gave it away bc it wasn't quite right on me. You really made it work!
The moons and stars fabric clips she uses are so cute 🥰
April i really love you, because you have taught me how to sew with your videos. I now know how to sew a short
Wow.. It's amazing... You are so creative... Love your work 😍😍😍😍
Love love the white blouse transformation
I absolutely ADORE what you did to the peasant blouse!
*takes notes*
You make Walmart clothing look more stylish and expensive.
You could wear burlap and make it look good.
my fav was the white blouse and the last dress! beautiful
My fav was the white blouse! I would pay for your modifications! It was Gorgeous. I actually like the before and after of the dress. It would have been cool if you put the buttons where the dress meets the spaghetti straps.
Great job on all of them!
I'm in love with the white peasant blouse!
I love the green lace top both ways. And the denim shorts redesigned
The white shirt looks FABULOUS, and I actually might do it myself. It’s such a versatile piece
Love the peasant blouse transformation.👍
All 3 are now PERFECT!
Good job. So many good ideas here. Thanks for showing us how you do these changes.
Love these transformations! I’d be lazier about the last one personally and just shorten it and change the buttons to more proper tortoiseshell ones, but that’s mostly because I have one exactly like it in black but shorter from ASOS and I wear it constantly. Thanks for the ideas!
You always make everything look so awesome!!! But you are so beautiful, I think you could wear a paper bag and make it look like a work of art!!😂 you have so much talent!!!!! 💖
Please take care and stay safe and healthy 💕💗
Love all the transformation April 💕🙏💕
Especially love the peasant blouse💕
Peasant blouse flip!! 😍❤️ It's the chic, modern version of Seinfeld's "The Puffy Shirt" from '93. If I had the equipment and the skill, then I'd flip that one.
I love this because people can follow along with these to create the exact same things
The trick with the slit was magic!
That white blouse turned out so good!!
Beautiful white blouse, love the sleeves.
You turned that dress from Walmart to Fashion Nova effortlessly! Its to pretty now and wearable
Please lmk: how to determine how long the elastic should be when using it to tighten fit? It's a GREAT suggestion and I want to do it, but how to determine the length needed so it's not too tight/too loose? I love to repurpose things and your channel is very inspiring.
I am not April, but: you need to figure out how much of the fabric you want to gather. for that you probably need someone else to help with pinning the extra material in place. and then you will need to measure elastic by figuring out how much you want it to stretch. one thing is not to stretch it too much, it can get uncomfortable on the body. I don't know how to explain better but I hope that helped? (you can pin stuff yourself too but it's much more trial and error)
Seriously such amazing creativity and results!
Wow! All the transformations looks amazing!
My favorite is the top!! I just happened to have a similar top like that and will give it a try. Thank you!!