DIY Denim Shorts!

hello guys!
I have been looking for a pair of high waisted denim shorts for what seemed like forever, but I didn't find any in the shops that's the sort of shorts I wanted, or they were just down right pricey. After looking up a few videos on youtube I had the crazy idea to make my own pair.


So I took out all the old jeans I used to own and don't wear anymore, and I ended up trying this pair:

As you can see the jeans are high waisted and does not fit well around the legs. I decided these will be perfect to be changed up into a pair of shorts.


So first I have marked on the jeans the line at which I will cut them for the first time. It will be better to cut it longer at first since if it is too short there will be no going back! So I marked the line out with a white eyeliner pencil:

my lines were a bit messy as I didn't use a ruler at first.... then the ruler came in and made the measurements a lot easier! After I was sure about the measurements and the marks I have drawn on it, the jeans were cut at the line marked.

On the left were the jeans after the first cut, I have then tried the jeans on and then marked out the second line I am going to cut as it is too long at the moment and I will need to add the curves into the shorts too.

 So I have cut the jeans another time, now the front is shorter with a tiny curve added on the side, I have also trimmed the back so it is a bit shorter than it was before. Note that every time the jeans were trimmed, try it on afterwards to see how it fits, so you will have an idea as in how to cut it so it suits your shape!


After I made sure the cuts were right, I started tearing up the fabric at where I cut the jeans so the trimmed sides didn't look so obvious. I ripped my jeans with a pair of tweezers.

by tearing out some fabric, it had this torn up effect. By doing this, a lot of white threads also came out, it doesn't have to be dealt with now. After I finished tearing up the sides, I proceeded to remove the white threads that were exposed by tearing them out, but don't do it too harshly, if it doesn't come out of the fabric by it self, snip it with a pair of scissors.


I got a bit lazy during the process and didn't take as many pictures as I should have, and here is the finished product:

Sorry about the bad lighting, by the time I properly finished with these it was already night time. I have not yet had pictures of me wearing it, but it should be taken soon!
Again remember always try the jeans/shorts on after trimming it, or any alterations, just so you know how it fits.
Have fun making your own shorts!

Product Review: TRESemmé Split Remedy Sealing Serum

Hello!

Around mid March (I think), I attempted DIY dip dye in my hair. Whilst giving me some nice blonde ends, it also bleached the life out of the ends. My trip back to China did not help either as the climate was EXTREMELY dry.

So after I got back to the UK, split ends started to appear and panic kicks in! I went to Superdrug and saw the new TRESemmé Split Remedy Sealing Serum on offer at 2 for £5.99 (Normal price £5.99, I think). After taking £2 off them with my Beauty card, I got 2 bottles of this for £3.99.

On the packaging of this product it stated that a pump of the serum should be enough, and the serum should be applied to wet hair from mid length. However for my hair I found that one pump of the product is just not enough, in fact I needed quite a few pumps of it to cover my hair from mid length to the ends. After application you should just leave your hair to dry. The serum has left a weird sticky feeling on my palms, despite applying most of it on my hair and the weird thing is that the sticky feeling stays after I washed my hands with water?

It claimed on the packaging that the serum should seal 80% of the split ends after 3 days. Looking at my hair now I can still spot the odd split end, but my hair is definitely looking and feeling a lot better. My hair now feels smoother and a great contrast from the frizzy hell it was before I used the serum.

Overall I am happy with this product and can't wait to see what it can do to my hair if I keep using it! I don't like the sticky feeling on my hair (In contrast of almost weightless from frizz ease.) and how I need a fair bit of the serum to actually cover my hair properly. But it is an good product to act on split ends!

More stuff coming up!

Massive Haul: Loadsa of stuff! :D

Hello! Long time no see! I have been fairly busy with work so not done much on here.
Recently there has been a sale in Topshop, and I couldn't miss the chance to grab a few goodies!
So here is a mini haul of what I bought in Topshop! This is in no way showing off as I earn my money from hard work. 


Item number 1!

This is a dress I saw in the sales, had to take another look at the label because it was down to £10 from £50! This is a very nice pale pink coloured dress with a sweetheart neckline, cut out details and a floaty skirt. Surprisingly this size fitted perfectly. If you are worried about the strapless dress falling off, it came with attachable straps! Can not wait to wear it on a night out with some heels!


Item number... 2!

Whilst I was visiting China, my trusty pair of brogues got chipped at the heel due to the constant walking that took place. I had to find a replacement for them, fast. Then I saw these in the sale for £15. They are black, with black, velvet body, a white plastic bottom and looks just like a pair of brogues. Ever since I bought them I have been wearing them with everything as it is extremely versatile in style. However the only downside was that they stuck the sales labels on the sole of the shoe, and they are REALLY sticky. The first time I wore them without the labels my socks got stuck. Haha.


Item number... 3!

I have been looking for a collar necklace for ages! It is a great way to renew an outfit, whether it is a cosy jumper or a lovely dress (with a high neckline, heh). This collar necklace is perfect, it has lovely pearls on it and unlike some necklaces, it is flexible, meaning you will not get awkward rigid shapes around your neckline! Again this is a versatile piece and a great accessory to update your wardrobe, making possibilities (almost) limitless! This necklace was not in the sale and cost me £14, but it is definitely worth the money.


That's all for my haul from Topshop! Do you have any great finds in the sales? Comment away!