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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Let's Make a Steal: J Crew Merino Confetti Sequin Top

When I first saw the JCrew Merino Confetti sequin sweater I fell in LOVE. And my love only grew as I saw it's sequined glory sprinkled all over blogs. I have since purchased the sweater but I loved the idea of it so much I decided to take sequins, I mean matters, into my own hands and make a summer tank top using the same 'Gosh darn it, someone spilled a bag of sequins on my shirt' idea, all while spending less then $10. And just to compare, the sweater that inspired this Let's Make a Steal was originally $148 now on sale for $89.00. That would be quite the savings, not to mention hours of DIY entertainment.
Materials needed:
Striped tank top or top (I used a $6.00 h&m one but this AE one looks identical)
Sequins
Needle & thread
And a baseball game, favorite TV series marathon or movie to put on
as you aimlessly sew sequins.
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Start randomly sewing away...
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... keep sewing and sewing...
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Finally start gradually spacing out the sequins.
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While the effect isn't as dramatic as the sweater I like how it turned out and it's a fun twist on the classic breton stripes.
...and on to the next one...
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32 comments:

  1. SherryMay 11, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    I love your DIY sequins project! It looks great! Just the right amount of sparkle in a tank that is casual! Good job! Cheers!

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  2. LaurenMay 11, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    You are a genius! I will have to try this soon. Can't wait to see the outfit you put together to go along with the tank.

    Laurenlovestoshare

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  3. StaceyMay 11, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    I love your let's make a steal posts, you're so creative! I love how this tank turned out, you did such a great job!

    xoxo
    Stacey

    http://fiveminutestyle.blogspot.com/

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  4. ShelbyMay 12, 2011 at 3:50 AM

    this is amazing! i have the sweater, i've worn it a few times on my blog... the stripes and sequins together are great. this tanks is every bit as dramatic and will be perfect to wear all summer long!! <3shelby

    www.makemesparkly.blogspot.com

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  5. MilaMay 12, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Looks really really great!

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  6. AnonymousMay 12, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    I love it! It looks amazing!

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  7. In Pursuit of StyleMay 12, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    You are so smart doing a DIY! I think your tank looks great.

    In Pursuit of Style

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  8. KateMay 12, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Such a fun DIY! Love the result!! I feel like sewing on those sequins would take foreverrr though!

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  9. J @ The Look 4 LessMay 12, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    I love it, but am wondering how long this took you? :)

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  10. UnknownMay 12, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    i think that's pretty darn good! i'd totally wear it and it looks very well made ;)

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  11. AnonymousMay 12, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Great DIY project. Love your blog! Very inspirational!

    Xx

    http://chelseasgirl.wordpress.com/

    http://theidea-generator.com/

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  12. AnonymousMay 12, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Omg! You've done a great job! Think I like your better, sleeveless tank is perfect for the season, awesome!

    Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

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  13. R @ Rebecca's RoundupMay 12, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    So cool! I cant believe you hand sewed all those sequins, I am impressed!

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  14. BetsyMay 12, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    GREAT idea!

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  15. MacaMay 12, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    I am in love! What a perfect DIY idea!

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  16. deEPOCAMay 12, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    WE LIKE IT TOOOO!!!!!!!! GOOD JOB LADY!
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    feedback is always nice :)

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  17. LyndsyMay 12, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    This turned out sooo great! Love the name of this post and the completed project. I am not crafty at all and you are tempting me mucho!

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  18. TaylorMay 12, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    I love this!!!!!! i knew it was this when i saw it!!! LOVE!!!!!!

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  19. Amber's NotebookMay 12, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    LOl thanks lyndsey!

    Taylor-I knew you knew, I did it awhile but hadn't gotten around to posting.

    Jen- it took me about a baseball game (2 and half hours) to sew


    Thanks ladies!

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  20. TanyaMay 12, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    That looks amazing! when i saw the finished product i totally thought of that j crew sweater before even seeing the pic. great job!
    -T { sassynerd }

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  21. fshnonmymindMay 12, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I totally know what you mean by loving this sweater. I've only worn it a few times (to perserve those sequins), but I have it hanging on my bedroom door, just because I love to look at it.

    I absolutely love your diy tank. It came out absolutely perfect and it has me thinking maybe I'll get a little ambitous and try it myself...maybe.

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  22. La Petite OlgaMay 12, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Wow I was lustig over the sweater, but this top looks even better!!

    xx Olga
    La Petite Olga

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  23. Alicia LundMay 12, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Love this!! Great and easy DIY!

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  24. KristenMay 13, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Put it on! Put it on!

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  25. EliMay 13, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    yay your post came back! I think you did really good! I imagine the JCrew one was done by a machine...

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  26. LieslMay 13, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Now that is just awesome!!! You are so crafty, Amber...LOVE it!!!

    Liesl :)

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  27. Savvy in San FranciscoMay 13, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    This looks amazing! I can't wait to see the end result!

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  28. UnknownMay 14, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Very nice, you did a really good job!

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  29. ShasieMay 14, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    Oooh I love both versions! Yours and the original top!

    Shasie
    Live Life in Style

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  30. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    holy heck that looks amazing! good idea lady :)

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  31. JosieMay 17, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    What a great idea! I love this! I think I'm going to try it. I really liked the sweater but I was afraid it would snag with the knit and sequins.

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  32. AnonymousMay 22, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    I love it! I'll have to grab a tank, sequins and get to work :)

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