Tuesday, May 09, 2017

The Flash Dance Shirt

Hello Refashion Co-op. Do you remember the movie "Flash Dance" from 1983? This shirt had the same off the shoulder look that became famous from the film. I decided to try and remove the arm wings and simplify the shirt.


I started by removing some of the wing shape. I liked the new sleeves but the body still looked very big. 


I removed some excess from the back of the shirt to make it more my size. There was a seam running down the middle of the back, I used it as a guide for a new seam. 


I narrowed the sides a little more and....


I was ready for some spelunking at the Crystal Grottoes Caverns in Maryland. 


It was lots of fun and was really just a walking tour of the underground caves. It was a nice visit. 


Thanks for reading, for more pictures and details go to  I Can Work With That.


5 comments:

cfort82 said...

Nice improvement. I don't think I would have thought to do that.

Cindy - EOD
Upcycle Design Lab

I Can Work With That said...

Thanks Cindy!

RanchHouse said...

Cute for layers. I can see it over summer Camisoles or strapless dresses. Even swim cover ups

Anonymous said...

I applaud you for trying to rescue such a monstrosity!
I was very skeptical when I saw the before-pic, but the result looks good on you!
keep up the good work!

I Can Work With That said...

Thanks Ranchhouse! You made me laugh adventuresofmaking! It was awful wasn't it? Thanks for the comments.
Chickie