Embellishment Inspiration from New Orleans Snoop Shopping

The design and embellishment ideas were plentiful as we ducked in and out of shops in New Orleans this week.  Shop-owners were all most happy to have me go crazy snapping pictures as soon as I introduced myself, saying I wrote a fashion and sewing blog.  While we’re still on vacation, I’ll try my best to sneak in writing and posting from all the inspiration!

SAFETY PINS + BEADS

I had seen safety pins used before, but I loved this execution along with bugle and nailhead beading.

T-SHIRT FABRIC EMBELLISHMENT

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