https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 02 May 2026 09:58:39 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2120311 Wed, 13 May 2020 16:45:57 +0000 Angie 2120311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ALSO took great care to wear stuff my Mama liked when we were together as adults (not so much as a teen). My own Mum was very frank when she didn't like a look on me. Sounds like your Mama is too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2120219 Wed, 13 May 2020 04:36:52 +0000 Brooklyn 2120219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Suz. It’s my little bit for sustainability. I try not to give up on an item easily.</p> <p>Karen, thanks. I use the machine because I know I’ll make a mess if I don’t! The stove top gives you more control. </p> <p>Lyn, thanks. Acid dye sounds great. I’ve tried going the other way - dyeing over some pale grey items to make them warmer. I’ve not had much success. Grey is a very persistent colour and it tends to come through in the undertone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2120176 Wed, 13 May 2020 00:28:48 +0000 Suz 2120176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Brooklyn,</b> you are SO resourceful and clever. LOVE the newly dyed jacket and the tee also looks amazing.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2120106 Tue, 12 May 2020 20:01:51 +0000 karen13 2120106@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing as always - this polished and so not RATE by my current standards. And I always love your DIYs. I overdyed an overly whiskered but not distressed pair of black jeans a few years ago and love the way it freshen up something destined for the donate bag. A nice solid deep black.</p> <p>I bought a cheap big stockpot that I marked "Not Food Safe" on the outside in Sharpie and did it on the stove top with some dyes from Dharma Trading and they worked great. You are reminding me I should do some more - it is so satisfying! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119993 Tue, 12 May 2020 12:15:07 +0000 lyn67 2119993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great idea overdying the same color! I DIY dyed an old antiqued pink jacket a few days ago to steelgrey and loved the results-it did come out a bit like acid dye (perhaps lack of&nbsp; enough color)-but like it that way! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119953 Tue, 12 May 2020 03:08:50 +0000 Brooklyn 2119953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks RC. I hope you recognised the backpack. I think I lemminged you </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119717 Mon, 11 May 2020 02:44:26 +0000 Carla 2119717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brilliant! &nbsp;The colour on the jacket (and the T) is so rich looking. &nbsp;Excellent solution for extending the life of a loved piece. &nbsp;I like the ombré T and look forward to seeing the results of your next project. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119713 Mon, 11 May 2020 01:42:55 +0000 Brooklyn 2119713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Angie. The jacket was very satisfying. It really is as good as new. The tie dye was OK for a first attempt. But I think you are being kind about my RATE-ness. My mum HATES the step hem jeans :)</p> <p>Thanks Lisa and Xtabay. I have a few necklaces from that same Etsy seller and they are favourites. Well made and unique.</p> <p>Go for it JAileen! I did my tee in a front loader washing machine but a stove top gives you more options. Mine is not a true dip dye. I just rolled up the tee tightly so the dye could not penetrate the layers to the bottom of the tee. But the result is not as "clean" as a dip dye, if you know what I mean. I hope you will show the results.</p> <p>ST and NM, thanks. Teal + ombre + tie dye. It's a heady combination. I'm excited :)</p> <p>Bijou, I have seen your lockdown outfits. I don't think you need to worry. But I'll take polished RATE, thank you very much.</p> <p>Ms Maven, thanks. I hope you give it a a go! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119687 Sun, 10 May 2020 21:18:50 +0000 Angie 2119687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER dog waking lock down style .... or any style! Always pulled together, adorned and polished. I don’t see RATE at all :)</p> <p>I like your hair this length!</p> <p>Great DIY projects too. Wildly satisfying, I bet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119675 Sun, 10 May 2020 17:19:14 +0000 Anonymous 2119675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh wow ! &nbsp;Everything , and YOU, look/s fantastic here, and I LOVE that necklace! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119672 Sun, 10 May 2020 16:34:54 +0000 Anonymous 2119672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You're inspiring me to give dyeing a whirl! &nbsp;I have some old shirts that are begging for a new life. &nbsp;Great looks, Brooklyn, and that necklace is gorgeous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119655 Sun, 10 May 2020 14:29:13 +0000 JAileen 2119655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m planning to use the Rit dye in a big pot on the stove. &nbsp;It’s not a pot I use for cooking - I keep it in the garage. &nbsp;I can’t use the washing machine to do ombre because it’s a front loader. &nbsp;:(</p> <p>Now I need to figure out which tee I’m willing to sacrifice. &nbsp; </p> <p>ETA: &nbsp;I just ordered some dye fixative. &nbsp;I’d never heard of it before. &nbsp;Thanks for mentioning it!</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119627 Sun, 10 May 2020 12:49:39 +0000 Anonymous 2119627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They all look great and love the floral backpack! Looking forward to the teal! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119621 Sun, 10 May 2020 12:29:24 +0000 nemosmom 2119621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That necklace is perfect for you, but I am most impressed with your dye projects - you are a RIT master, Brooklyn! These outfits don't look a bit RATE - you look so cool.&nbsp; The ombre tie-dye is so unusual and interesting - a great way to make a plain tee anything but ordinary.&nbsp; Hope you will report back on the teal project! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119589 Sun, 10 May 2020 07:27:38 +0000 Bijou 2119589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is the most beautiful and polished RATE look I have seen. Your dye jobs are fantastic, the ombré tie dye worked out brilliantly. Jeans and sneakers have been my wardrobe workhorses during lockdown, I have to make a bit of an effort to wear anything else. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119582 Sun, 10 May 2020 05:47:01 +0000 MsMaven 2119582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfit--the necklace, jeans, jacket and tee all work together so well. I love what you've done to the jacket--it looks great as does the tee. I have a weakness for tops in that color myself.&nbsp;</p> <p>And now I'm telling myself to add the possibility of dyeing items when I'm tired of the color. It's been a long, long time since I tried it myself.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119580 Sun, 10 May 2020 05:42:51 +0000 Brooklyn 2119580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Sally. The jeans are very comfortable. They have faded a lot with wear. I thought about dyeing them too but they are getting thin. The inseam has already split once and I had it repaired. I don’t think it’s worth the effort. But I think it’s worth it for a robust item that you still like.</p> <p>And thanks KG and SC. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119567 Sun, 10 May 2020 04:58:00 +0000 Sal 2119567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great DIY! And your ombré tie dye looks awesome. I have always liked that burgundy jacket on you - perfect for a Sydney climate too.</p> <p>I have two black items I might overdye as they look a bit worn. Worth a try!</p> <p>The necklace is awesome. And the jeans fit well!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119563 Sun, 10 May 2020 04:17:58 +0000 kellygirl 2119563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great job with the DIY. You look spectacular in all. I can't get over how well your dye jobs came out. Everything is so saturated and rich. Really fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119561 Sun, 10 May 2020 04:09:11 +0000 slim cat 2119561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful results - everything looks bright and fresh. Love stronger contrast with blue jeans and whole color story in #8.<br />Your necklace is one of a kind - a really special piece! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119560 Sun, 10 May 2020 04:08:36 +0000 Brooklyn 2119560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>JAileen, I knew you’d like the ombré tie dye! I used RIT too. In the machine. It’s pretty easy with the liquid version. My tip is to use dye fixative afterwards (I also used it in the machine). The colour stays more saturated. </p> <p>And thanks Shevia and Rachy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119558 Sun, 10 May 2020 03:41:28 +0000 JAileen 2119558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, I’m impressed - everything came out great. &nbsp;The jacket looks new. &nbsp;And tie dye and ombre together - really nice. &nbsp;I have some Rit dye for some old mittens and a sweater, and maybe I‘ll borrow your ideas and see what I can come up with. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119550 Sun, 10 May 2020 03:25:38 +0000 Jaime 2119550@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both DIYs came out beautifully! You look smashing too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119543 Sun, 10 May 2020 02:51:17 +0000 rachylou 2119543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, the tie-dye really came out great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dog-walking-diy#post-2119539 Sun, 10 May 2020 02:20:45 +0000 Brooklyn 2119539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am indulging my RATE side in lockdown.</p> <p>Pics 1-2: driving down the CPW of these step hem jeans. They are getting close to their use by date but I’m pushing on. Worn with asymmetric hem tee (also a few years old). The necklace was made by an Etsy seller from an upcycled 19th century button. Now that’s old.</p> <p>Pics 3-8: I have a WHBM jacket that I wear frequently when walking my dog. It has faded in the sun over time. I decided to overdye it. I did an old white tee at the same time. Pic 3 shows the jacket and tee before. Pic 8 shows the jacket and tee after. Good as new Even the jeans look better!</p> <p>Pics 9-11: I had a go at tie dye. I was going for an “edgy” Raquel Allegra-ish tie dye. I rolled the tee tightly to get an ombré effect. I’m thinking about doing a teal version next. I’m happy with this but I have some improvements in mind. Worn with the same jeans (pushing on). </p> <p>Hoping everyone is staying well and strong. </p>