STYLE IT UP: HANDMADE BY IFY CARDIE

It's been a good couple of years since I've done an outfit post, but I'm excited to do it again! I wore a thin, orange cardigan, with my Primark skirt and boyfriend t shirt, and teamed it with my African headscarf, Charity Shop necklace and Doc Martens. It's so nice and comfy to wear, and you can dress it up or down, and it's light enough to wear during the summer months, but comfy enough to wear during the winter months too! 

I think the cardigan makes the outfit that much more better and makes it more unique. 

Have a look here! 

Ify Katherine xo

NEW IN THE SHOP!

I've been sewing up lots of treats, since my shopping spree in the charity shops the other day- I bought soooo much stuff, and I can't wait to show you the rest of what I've been making recently. Summer's nearly here so these things are lovely pieces to rock your basic outfit! More pieces will be added to the shop at some point next week.

Lots of love!

Shop here

Ify Katherine

Latest shenanigans: New clothing, accessories and team members!

     



      

I have finally been customising clothing again! :) I have missed sewing and stuff, so I have been chucking studs on EVERYTHING, haha! I also treated myself to an iPad, which I am totally excited about, because that means I can keep you guys updated more on the latest news! I have literally been playing about with my iPad since I bought it- best purchase ever, me thinks! Also, I have finally got myself a new team member for Handmade by Ify!

 My friend Gina from work does PR at Uni and wanted to help out with running the business, which obviously would benefit both of us, because I have no time for blogging or social media, so it would be great to have an extra pair of hands! My other friend Rachael is also helping out, which is awesomeeee. I can't believe I have such good people in my life who actually wants my business to boost as much as I do- I feel so lucky! :)

   

   

I'm introducing collar clips to the shop! They are soooo cute and uber quirky! I recycled them from old buttons and made them into the most awesome accessory to have. They jazz up any shirt and makes an outfit more exciting, whether it is day or night wear.

    
   

I have also been creating textiles jewellery again! I was inspired by the festival themed display at Topshop in Westfield in Shepherd's Bush and thought, "it's time to make some amazing jewellery again and use up all my yarn!" I hope to create more in a few weeks too, and will be doing so all summer long in a variety of colours! They are all hand-dyed by myself and made from cotton yarn, so it's nice and durable too!






 

New to the Shop: Patchwork Bags!

I've been busy with my busy hands, making the most of my "mission clearout" theory on all my fabric I have accumulated over the years.

I've organised a lot of the fabrics into lovely tote bags, but I've still got a way to go  before I have finished all of that and started onto new products! I love to use patchwork, but I want to make room for new stuff too, which is why I am doing this.

I have chosen to use leather handles for a nice, luxurious touch to them too, so you would really get a unique experience with these lovely things!

Gifts for her

So, if you're looking for a useful present for the ladies, these selections are bound to be useful...


White and Pink Bunny Ring, £3. It's cute, would look great to wear on your hand for sure!


Navy Floral Print Button Necklace, £5. Compliments the lovely basic dresses for any occasion. I would say this would look good for a new years party ;)



White Patchwork Coin purse, £4. The perfect thing for storing make up, change and keys!

It's always good to have cute, or even practical gifts!

Gifts for under £20

So, if you're willing to splash out a little bit on gifts, like I am for my family this year... I have a few things that you may like:



White, Grey and Brown stripe sleeveless top, £12. This would look great with skinny jeans, tracksuit bottoms, or a lovely yoga skirt,  and boots/trainers, layered with some cute animal jewellery!



Whimsical Patchwork Backpack, £12. I have a patchwork bag too, and it definitely is a piece that compliments your outfit. It's also a quirky, practical alternative to the ordinary tote bag.



Brown Stripe Owl Applique Top, £13. This is one piece that you can wear as a baggy top for the slimmer ladies, or still a flattering piece for the more curvaceous ladies. It's totally win-win.

 

Orange Stripe Patchwork Dress, £16. A cute day dress, that you could wear with a headscarf and cardigan in the winter, or in the summer, it's best worn with slippers or sandals, it's that versatile.



Patchwork Tote, £12. This is one of a few pieces made from fake suede, so you can stay stylish and animal free! Is great for carrying books, knitting gear and other every day items!

Gifts for Under £10

So, if your budget isn't so stretched and you could afford some cute clothing, you're bound to find something over at my shop. :)

 

Brown and Grey Leopard Print V neck Dress, £8. This is so quirky, I love it. You could wear this on a night out, or even just something you can effortlessly wear on your day-to-day lifestyle. Either way, you're going to make a statement with this. 

 

Yellow and Pink Upcycled Cardigan, £5. This is one of my simplest of quirky pieces. This is also a good way to spruce up your wardrobe, especially if you're a t shirt and jeans kind of person. 

 

Yellow Heart Applique Vest Top- £5. I would say this is my favourite piece. If I were a size smaller, I would wear this. You could wear this with a pair of jeans, skirt or shorts! This is also so unique, that it cannot be made again, because this was made with vintage scrap materials.

 

Blue Patterned Print Tunic Shirt, £10. This shirt is vintage, and the way it has been upcycled makes this piece uber comfortable, and stylish.

 

Pink Patchwork Purse, £4. This is so handy for all your make up or loose change, and is so cute!

DIY Fridays: Tote Bag

Here is a cool DIY for those, like me, love bags! I personally use this one for mailing everyones lovely packages from my shop. :)

Here is what you need:

- Scissors

- Pins

- Old T Shirt

- Sewing Machine

- Overlocker (Optional)

1) Cut the T-shirt, from just below the arm holes. This will be your top of the bag.

2) Cut the sides of the t shirt. 

3) If you want to, you can cut curves in the sides as well, to make it a scoop-type bag.

4) With your pins, secure your fabric along the edges.

5) Sew along all the edges, except for the top.

6) This would be the time to overlock the sides, just to stop it from falling apart. If you don't own an overlocker, you can just sew over the stitches you just did again to double-secure it. :)

7) Sew all around the top of the bag.

8) Start cutting your straps. You can make them as small or wide as you want.

9) Fold it on itself and pin and sew along/overlock.

I hope you love this tutorial :)

Katheine xo