We're starting with the ever versatile fabric yo-yo. These wonderful little embellishments can be made in a snap, and you can use whatever fabric scraps you can find. We thought how fun it would be to make some Lilly yo-yos. While we agree, it seems almost unthinkable to cut up any Lilly clothing...how about that little shift that no longer fits your 5 year-old or the coffee-stained skirt you tried to save? Why not give those Lilly fabrics new life in some cute yo-yos. These are incredibly simple to stitch together (my 7 year-old can do it). You can purchase "yo-yo makers" at craft stores like Jo-Ann Fabrics, Michael's, etc. The ways to use these fun circles is endless. Check out a few of the ideas here.
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| From Design*Sponge |
- From Design*Sponge comes this adorable Yo-Yo Pillow. Imagine how cute this would be covered in Lilly patterns. All the DIY instructions can be found here.
- The Flickr group YoYo Crazy has tons of photos with ideas along with detailed instructions on how to sew yo-yos without a yo-yo maker.
- Embellish a skirt, a lampshade, some flip-flops, a hair clip...
- Make a necklace, a bracelet, a bookmark...
If you've got any other fun ways to "re-fresh" Lilly, let us know. We'd love to share.
