Embellishment Swap

Embellishment Swap

March 14th, 2011 @ 3:34 pm by Mrs. Crepe
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I know I might get some flack about this; some of you will think I am completely out of my mind.

After I bought my dress, I went to M&J Trimming and got about a yard of beaded trim. The colors I chose for the wedding were mostly warm tones, so I thought it would be nice to swap out the sequin appliques on my dress for some champagne hued sparkle!

Last night, I took a deep breath, unzipped the garment bag, and took out my scissors.

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I stood there for a few minutes, trying to figure out if I was absolutely sure that I was going to do this.

I mean, what if I accidentally cut the fabric?? What if it comes out completely wrong?? The dress already looked pretty the way it was. Maybe I should just leave it alone.

But I knew myself and I know that if I didn’t try to make it my own, I’d regret it. I mean..this is the girl who took a marker to every single stuffed toy she owned and made sure they all sported purple eyeshadow and red cheeks. (Thankfully, I’ve honed my decision-making skills over the years.)

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So I dove in, blades first. I don’t have a finished product to show you just yet, but cross your fingers for me!

Have you ever tackled a DIY project that MAY have been a little over your head? Did it turn out the way you wanted it to?

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32 Responses to “Embellishment Swap”

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OhmzWifey (message) 12 posts, Newbee

Well this makes me feel less crazy, as I have just started to do the same thing to my dress! Everyone(friends & fam) think I’m bonkers for taking the beaded part off, but it just wasnt my style! I know mine will be fine and I hope your dress turns out the way you envisioned it.

3/14/11 @ 3:41 pm (reply)

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pinkpetal (message) 150 posts, Blushing bee

cant wait to see what u do!! i purchased a preowned dress and chopped in in half for my reception dress! it was so scary but it worked out great! good luck!! x

3/14/11 @ 3:43 pm (reply)

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Miss Crepe (message) 313 posts, Helper bee

@OhmzWifey: Right?? I get the feeling people think I’M bonkers too. Ohh well. We want what we want!

@pinkpetal: That sounds SO terrifying but also SO awesome that it worked out!!

3/14/11 @ 3:44 pm (reply)

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AlliRae (message) 289 posts, Helper bee

I’m sure it’ll turn out beautifully, and I can’t wait to see it when you are done!

3/14/11 @ 3:46 pm (reply)

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HardyPooleParty (message) 631 posts, Busy bee

From what I can tell, thus far, it looks FAB. I think it was a great decision. Cant wait to see the final product!

3/14/11 @ 3:48 pm (reply)

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Miss Elephant (message) 6,182 posts, Bee Keeper

I can’t wait to see the final “after” shot. I’m sure it will turn out just the way you want it!

3/14/11 @ 3:51 pm (reply)

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Miss Tartlet (message) 3,207 posts, Sugar bee

Your preview looks beautiful! Can’t wait to see how it turns out.

3/14/11 @ 4:01 pm (reply)

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Miss Crepe (message) 313 posts, Helper bee

@AlliRae: @HardyPooleParty: @Miss Elephant: @Miss Tartlet: Thank you so much ladies, I really really hope so!! You guys are so supportive.

3/14/11 @ 4:02 pm (reply)

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Miss Brooch (message) 1,721 posts, Bumble bee

Oh my GOSH! Good luck! It’s going to turn out fabulous! We can’t wait to see the finished look

3/14/11 @ 4:16 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Earrings (message) 2,477 posts, Buzzing bee

Good luck! You’re so brave! Cant wait to see how it turns out

3/14/11 @ 4:26 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Seashell (message) 1,713 posts, Bumble bee

You’re so brave!

3/14/11 @ 4:44 pm (reply)

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Miss Vader (message) 128 posts, Blushing bee

I am not going to lie, I kind of cringed when I read this whole post, but I am very excited to see what you did… omg… SOOO NERVOUS.

3/14/11 @ 5:05 pm (reply)

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Miss Crepe (message) 313 posts, Helper bee

@Miss Brooch: @Mrs. Earrings: @Mrs. Seashell: Haha THANK you. Mr. Crepe calls me a little mouse because I am scared of everything so it’s extra funny to me how many people are saying I’m brave.

@Miss Vader: I KNOW!!! You should see my face while I’m doing this. Major cringing going on. Eeee. NERVOUSx100.

3/14/11 @ 5:09 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Pin Cushion (message) 1,012 posts, Bumble bee

Wow, that takes some confidence! It looks great so far! Fingers crossed for you! Can’t wait to see what it looks like finished . . .

3/14/11 @ 5:23 pm (reply)

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xtatic1 (message) 778 posts, Busy bee

Oooh, I can’t wait to see after pics. I have a lot of the same appliques on my dress and want to take some off but I am so nervous that I will wreck the organza fabric or you will see the holes where the applique was. Funny enough I want to minimize the beading to look more like yours does, right now my entire bodice has them scattered all over.

3/14/11 @ 5:48 pm (reply)

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Whimsical.Sprite (message) 828 posts, Busy bee

Wow, I wouldn’t have the guts to do it. I can’t wait to see the finished product!

3/14/11 @ 5:50 pm (reply)

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Miss Carousel (message) 590 posts, Busy bee

That does look scary - but it also sounds like the final result will be uber cool! Can’t wait to see the after pic

3/14/11 @ 5:52 pm (reply)

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Miss Crepe (message) 313 posts, Helper bee

@Mrs. Pin Cushion: @Whimsical.Sprite: Thanks for your encouragement!!

@xtatic1: I know, it’s really scary to do. I only removed some on the satin part and it DOES leave holes. You can also see some dark areas, possibly where the needle might have been dirty and left a mark. So if you do remove something, you’ll have to cover that area up. I’m not positive this will happen on organza, but it’s super obvious on satin. I didn’t remove anything on the tulle parts, just covered it up with the new appliques, so it’s not quite as tricky. If you want less beading, you’ll have to find appliques that actually have less instead of leaving it bare, I think! GOOD LUCK!!!!

3/14/11 @ 5:53 pm (reply)

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Miss Crepe (message) 313 posts, Helper bee

@Miss Carousel: Thanks!

3/14/11 @ 5:56 pm (reply)

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