Okay, friends, gather ’round the sewing machine! Let me tell you about a day in the life of a hustler… a *fabric hustler*, that is. Lenny and I, we’re not exactly rolling in dough. More like… wading ankle-deep in fabric remnants. But as I always say, you gotta spend money to make money! And honey, […]
Okay, so you snagged that *perfect* swimsuit. You know, the one that makes you feel like a beach goddess (or god)? But let’s be real, those summer vibes can quickly turn into swimsuit sabotage if you’re not careful. Salt, chlorine, sunscreen…it’s a brutal cocktail for your favorite swimwear. As someone who’s obsessed with laundry (yeah, […]
Okay, friends, let’s talk swimwear. Specifically, those adorable crochet bikini bottoms that are all the rage right now. But $100?! Seriously? As your resident thrifty pastor, I’m here to tell you there’s a better way. A way that involves less money and more… well, you! Let’s dive in! Why Buy When You Can DIY? Look, […]
Okay, sunshine lovers, it’s officially swimsuit season! Time to dust off those bikinis and one-pieces… but wait! Are you drying them the right way? Because trust me, there’s a right way and a *definitely* wrong way. And the wrong way can lead to some serious swimsuit tragedies. Think stretched-out straps, saggy bottoms, and a whole […]
Let’s be real, shelling out cash for a new bikini every season? In *this* economy? Absolutely not. As your friendly neighborhood pastor-slash-DIY-queen, I’m here to tell you that you can rock a killer bikini without emptying your bank account. And trust me, if I can wrangle fabric scraps into wearable art, so can you! From […]
Okay, friends, let’s be real. We’ve all been there. Swimsuit season rolls around, and suddenly our drawers look like a tropical storm hit. Tiny triangles *everywhere*. Strings tangled like a fishing net. Trying to find a matching top and bottom feels like a treasure hunt where the treasure is just…more fabric. I was *so* over […]
Alright, let’s tackle this burning question: how the heck do you clip this swimsuit together? I’ve gotten this a bunch, so let’s dive right in. I’m rocking the hot pink version here – same suit as that awesome corally orange one, just a different, equally fabulous color. So, the clip… it’s pretty straightforward, promise! You’ll […]
Okay, y’all, let’s talk business. We’re not just sewing fabric here; we’re sewing dreams, one bikini at a time. It’s a hustle, a grind, but honey, the reward is sweet, sweet cha-ching! I’m your friendly neighborhood bikini plug, here to give you a peek behind the curtain of my little empire. From Scraps to Sales: […]
Okay, so confession time: I had this adorable white and blue bikini from Abercrombie. I got it for my honeymoon last year, loved the fit, super comfy, you know the deal. But… chlorine happened. Now it’s rocking this lovely chlorine discoloration and honestly? White just isn’t my vibe lately. So, what’s a girl to do? […]
Alright, y’all, Pastor Mysammich back at it again, bringing you the DIY gospel! Let’s be real, summer’s here, and nobody wants to drop a small fortune on a bikini top that’s probably gonna fall apart by Labor Day anyway. Carl over here nearly fainted when he saw what they’re charging for these things. Eighty bucks? […]