Closet Confections: Stitches for Britches

These fun little 80's striped shorts were a great score at the GoodWill for only $1.99, but for years they've lingered in my closet because the length was just a bit "eh" and they're quite voluminous, more baggy bermuda than I'm into. So before heading out for a day of running errands, I brought out little Betty...

Meet Betty, my gorgeous, all steel 1950's sewing machine named after the most classic of all vintage cars, "The Belair". Stitching in style, she runs like a dream, and had never been used until I laid my mits on her! She was my birthday present from my fella last year, an amazing bargain at only $40! I actually cried when he gave it to me, I had always dreamed of finding the perfect vintage sewing machine...

So, out came the scissors, and a few inches off later...

 Not quite satisfied yet, I'm thinking of using the extra fabric to add a cuff, some bows, or perhaps take them in a bit more so they'll fit like a true hot pant. Have you had any fun revamps on thrift store finds? Please share below, be sure to link photos, I always love seeing how my fellow vintage lovers put their own twist on ill fitting, wonky finds.

Idol: Barbie, 1959 ♥
Mantra: "Never love anybody who treats you like you're ordinary" -Oscar Wilde

Soundtrack: 

"If You Were Mine" by Otis Rush

The Wardrobe:

What a Doll Cardi: Gift from my besty Tracy

Burton-esque Bermudas: Thrifted at GoodWill

Sparkles n' Studs Belt: Forever21

Tickled Pink Purse: Vintage

Soda Pop Scarf: vintage (doubled twice and tied into hair)

Basic Black Bracelets: Tarina Tarantino 

Flatter-me Dhaaaling shoes: Target