$6 Free People Inspired Top + Pants! (Tablecloth UPCYLE!?| DIY w/ Orly Shani

[@lisaherrington2262]

Oh my gosh, love love love your design! I am 62 and believe it or not am wearing a tablecloth dress I made years ago. I love this dress. I cut a perfect circle for the skirt and used a cami under the top. I may be a mature woman. But, I still love the twirl factor in a dress.

[@MamaBearDoll.]

Loving the boho vibe. A tablecloth like that would also be super cute attached to a denim mini skirt to give a flowy boho maxi skirt feel

[@tobywollin8978]

Here's an idea from (literally) 1969 (yeah, yeah, I know - showing my age and all that): find a circular tablecloth (again, as lacy, crochet-y, funky, appliqued you name it). Lay it down flat, fold it in half, cut a hole in the neck for a neckline (be careful not to do it too large unless you're going for the off the shoulder thing). Put it over your head (you might need a friend to help with this part) and pin the edges where your wrists are (just to hold it there). Then have your helper pin it where your armpits are but make it loose enough that you can get your arms out -not too snug in other words. Pin it up the sides and in where your armpits would be. Sew a seam all the way up and then down the arm (you can make the sleeve as big, little, think 1960s 'Age of Aquarius' fake medieval stuff), Instant dress. If you want to use part of the tablecloth to bind the neckline, go for it.

[@heidiWava]

I appreciate your good ideas, thanks for sharing... Love creativity, connection & encouragement!

[@waleskabaca]

Omg, PLEASE DO MORE FREE PEOPLE DIY’s!!!!!! YESSSS! I LOVE ITTTT!

[@notconvincedgranny6573]

This is summer festival perfection. The 60s and 70s hippie chic is back and I'm here for it. Again.

[@dpr4820]

I have totes full of my grandma's old linens and tablecloths. I've made matchy lounge outfits out of the flannel sheets, but the lacy tablecloths have now been called for duty! Thanks, Orly! Love Free People too. You did a great job.💯

[@OrlysChannel]

That is awesome!

[@SusieQ3]

I love making those kimono style tops! Super easy and quick. Almost fool proof, very beginner friendly and they generally end up looking good. Also, as an avid crocheter, I'd be super bummed if I made something like that gigantic table cloth, just to have it end up in a thrift store. HOWEVER! If I knew it was going to be repurposed into clothes, I'd be very happy about it. Great upcycles 💜 Edit: don't let any of the crochet go to waste. Turn the off cut circles and edging into a cute, simple summer/boho purse. Of course it will need a lining, but it will look spectacular, I'm sure.

[@christinezwicke1002]

Orly, that outfit is JUST WOW! Stunning, edgy, unique. I gotta make me one. THANK YOU for the amazing inspo!

[@OrlysChannel]

Yay! Thank you!

[@ixm8189]

@@OrlysChannel Hola tesoro, soy una subscriptora y alumna tuya. Me gustaría pedirte un favor y es si puedes por favor poner los subtítulos en español para tener una mejor comprensión y seguir bien tus conocimientos y consejos para la formación de tus proyectos. Gracias por aportar y regalarnos tu experiencia y conocimientos y sobre todo cuídate muchísimo. Un saludo y cuidate muchísimo. Te agradecería que me respondieras por favor. Gracias

[@heidiWava]

@@ixm8189 a ver, lei tu comentario... Y me gusto. Yo soy otra subscriber de Orly. Y no se si ella lo entenderia en español... O si va a ver El comentario.. especialmente porque su comentario aparecio como una respuesta a otro comentario. Creo... a lo mejor, que si puede ser una de las primeras que hace un comentario a un video nuevo que ella hace. Y si lo puedes tener en ingles, lo mejor que puedes... A ver si agarra la atencion de Orly!...

[@HRwoeking]

Omg. The amount of crochet that went into that original tablecloth is literally killing me! If I can find an old unwanted tablecloth you had better believe I’m cutting it up for fun diy. 😉

[@OrlysChannel]

I know it was soooo good!

[@cluisap]

Are you freaking kidding me??!! You're absolutely perfect for Diy!! $6 dollars fashion 1000% better than the example you showed! Brutal!! I loved it 🥰👏👏👏

[@OrlysChannel]

omg thank you!!!

[@kruddy908]

This one is a slam dunk! So gorgeous!❤️❤️❤️

[@thebradoctor1858]

OHmygolly!! I have my grandmothers linen table cloths. Neither my sister or myself have a ginormous dining table like she did. So what a fabulous way I can upcycle my grandmothers table cloths!! Love, love, love!!!

[@panacheluxury4262]

Incredible job on the top and slacks, Orly! The tablecloth was so beautiful. I cringed when you cut into it, but I kept thinking maybe there was enough to make a dynamite dress. Hint, hint! Have an amazing Sunday, dear!

[@allisonbellefontaine9561]

Now I know exactly what I’m going to do with my grandmother’s crochet/dollied table cloths that have been sitting in my linen closet for years and years! Thanks again for a wonderful video ❤️

[@thatcraftylady9]

Putting a hand in the pant leg to keep it smooth. Whoa. Game changer! Genius hack. Thank you so much. It’s taken me 2 years to finally find a crochet table cloth in good enough condition to finally make my version .

[@CatherineSews]

I just gave away a bunch of antique lace tablecloths!! I knew I would regret it, and your gorgeous outfit makes me doubly regretful!! I think that starting with the fabric glue was a really helpful idea, but when you sewed the lace inserts in, do you think you could have sewn them from the inside to make that step a lot easier? Either way, I always adore YOU and your videos!

[@jessiefairley5982]

Orly that was a freak in great idea, I’m in love with both pieces, like wow 🤩!!!

[@znycelondon5313]

Are you freaking kidding me…… This is awwwwwwwwwwwwwsome🥰🥰🥰 love, love,love it. So many ideas came to me……..especially to colorize the circles and use them for so many additions to jeans. You are theeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee best DIY Designer🥰🥰🥰. Tip: you obviously had to re stitch the inner seam you opened in error…..soooooooo….. To make it easier…..I’ll open that entire inner seam for both legs …..THEN have easier access to the outer seams to add the lace panel….then re sew the inner seam……..🤗🤗🤗

[@OrlysChannel]

oh that's a good tip!

[@kenyajames1931]

Happy Sunday Orly! I love this look, this is something that I can wear on a cool summer night walking the beach shore.

[@madelinegrudens]

I have some handmade crochet pieces from my great grandmother and while I could never cut up her stuff, I think when something like this has worn out it's useful life, you definitely don't mind giving it a new one! Way to go, great idea to repurpose and added bonus you might feel like someone hand made it for you! I love that thought.

[@robstrck8]

You are a treasure! Your ideas are amazing, but your personality puts it over the top. ☺️

[@OrlysChannel]

omg thank you!! xoxo

[@b.walker5955]

I can't, I just can't. Creative brains like this don't just happen. Another EPIC example of your genius at work. PS. the element I love the most... is thinking how those tablecloths were present in memorable family gatherings. Had you not rescued the material those memories were destined for the dump. Ironic isn't it, in creating something inspired by #Freepeople you actually FREED THE PEOPLE in lovingly carrying on their story. No fast fashion brands can offer that. 💕

[@OrlysChannel]

what a beautiful comment xoxoxo thank you

[@marymacdonell4573]

So talented…have a great time on the Today show. I’ll be watching ❤️🇨🇦😘

[@OrlysChannel]

thank you!

[@mauimedows]

Love your DIY !!! I use vintage tablecloths many times . I finished a 1950s blouse (using a Simplicity pattern) with a vintage embroidered tablecloth. It turned out beautiful! The fabric makes the outfit . Thank you for your videos!!!

[@ashd4117]

I love how your projects are getting better and better each week!

[@OrlysChannel]

omg thank you! they're more and more last minute each week haha maybe there;s something to that? lol

[@carolt2198]

WOW! This turned out so fantastic. I saw the teaser on Instagram and was waiting to see the finished product and you delivered. I love the top, it really adds to the outfit.

[@juliagoolia72]

I was talking to my friends this week about hand crafted items like doilies and tablecloths that really no one is making anymore and most people don’t have the need or appreciation for. But it’s really a dying art form and shows how our world has drastically changed that it is dying. So it is fabulous to think of being able to use those items as fabric and create clothes out of them. Gorgeous result

[@OrlysChannel]

yes! and thrift stores have a wealth of them

[@sharaleeinsley7289]

This is definitely very Free People! Which is my favorite! Love them!

[@SilkyStyle]

LOL!! I recently saw Free People blouse that costs close to $200, and I made my own version for $20!! Love what you did!!

[@B1ibrab3aUty]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 The Houdini of DIYs! Wow this is so beautiful! I would love to try this. This is magical...especially the top! I'm so in love with this top 😍. These diys have been top notch Orly. Can't wait for the next 😁😁🙆🏾‍♀️

[@OrlysChannel]

yes!!! the top is hands down my favorite. U made it a little more narrow by removing a half a circle from the front and the back and now it's even better. more balanced

[@B1ibrab3aUty]

@@OrlysChannel I love it! I'm seriously going on the hunt for a tablecloth lol. I'm so nervous but I've gotta try to make my own. Fingers crossed for me 😁

[@cwiggins7416]

STUNNING! Well thought out and looks sooo high end. You are fabulous!

[@OrlysChannel]

Thank you so much!!

[@cinderelli3192]

OMG I love all your creations Orly ! ... such wonderful ideas as I just turned 65 you have given me so many ideas to make my existing wardrobe more stylist. We don't have to be young to enjoy wearing stylist clothing right ?? Your creations are so classy and fun with so much personality! My local Shops here are either too young for me, the other shops seems to make mature women's clothing so frumpy ! I'm stuck in the middle ! LOL I love unique and you certainly know how to create your own look ! You are so talented. Can't wait to see what's next ! I'm certainly going to purchase a lace table cloth ! I have taken sleeves from a blouse and added to a different piece of clothing and also sewn a zipper at the front of other tops to give it more style. I to am always chopping and piecing different tops together. You are so inspiring ! Cindi from Canada, north of Toronto

[@evelynj.amponsah8417]

Orly this is Super Cute, love everything about this. That table cloth was a expensive table cloth, glad it had another life DIY it into something Fabulous.

[@denisedeming3559]

Omg I found my favorite pants this week that have the vibe but they tie at ankle your set is so cute a table cloth your smart!!

[@OrlysChannel]

ooooh these would look really cool with the tie!! yes!

[@dayhanar8371]

Love this!!! Such a great use of a table cloth!!

[@margaridamarques5234]

After all my grandma's tablecloth has a magnificent purpose! ❤️

[@vickiivins3288]

Your enthusiasm is infectious!

[@OrlysChannel]

oh thank you! Love this stuff

[@courtneyhowe8832]

I bet the good wills around the Hollywood are 🔥 This outfit is everything!!!

[@Blkbeautee]

WELLLL!!! You always amaze me! The pants are so cool and the top....PERFECCCCCCTTTT!!! Love ❤️ 💕 it

[@OrlysChannel]

thank you!!

[@nenagravil]

I am absolutely going to do this with a pair of black jeans and maybe tie-dye the lace inserts and top. Thanks for the ideas, I love your videos.

[@OrlysChannel]

omg love that!

[@pinobenitez2272]

Buenos días desde España. Hi Orly!! Love it. So Hippie-Chic. Happy Sunday. Happy Week, everybody. A warm hug from Gran Canaria.

[@dianadivadiamond]

I love that look. It's cheque and beautiful. The colour is subtle but summery. Also, we do make mistakes at times. It's happened to a few times. ❤❤❤❤👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@djoy4ly]

Very cute! Love the 70's vibe! Love your creativity and your presentation of your process! You are an inspiration to those of us who have been wanting to dust off our sewing machines and get back to making clothes we really love to wear!! Thank you, Orly!!

[@rachele4593]

Cute!!! Love how easy that was , cant wait to try it!

[@gche540]

😍😍😍😍 free people here I come! Love it!!

[@tanyaroche9302]

Love this top..totally see it getting an ombre dye effect too

[@OrlysChannel]

ooooh!

[@tiam8042]

Love the pant, so beautiful. Looks so easy and simple yet so pretty

[@OrlysChannel]

Thank you! 😊

[@cindywitty8646]

Really love the pants! They are fabulous. You once again are amazing! Can't wait to watch the Today Show~

[@gggail]

Oh boy, I’m totally in love with this 😍 What a brilliant idea to us a tablecloth!! I’ve been looking at thrifted clothes in a whole new way!! Fabric that can be repurposed into something else …. Thanks Orly 😃💗

[@OrlysChannel]

yes!! have some fun!

[@AustinandJax]

Made tons of my wardrobe like that in the late 90' beige+ lace panel inserts, skirts, shirts, pants

[@annamariethompson116]

Gorgeous table cloth to absolutely stunning outfit !

[@waterbird91]

I do this too ! Constantly scouring thrift stores for lace !! I LOVE LACE !! There's nothing like it !😍😍😍 You did a nice job on that 2 pc. set !

[@simplyimpish1055]

I love The tailored components of this upcy. Reminds me jeans we did in the early 70s

[@pebs6658]

i just love your creativity. I have done many of your projects and look forward to your next video. Highlight of my Sundays

[@OrlysChannel]

thanks for sharing that. means so much

[@sheilagilleland4312]

Oh, My gosh, you did it again! Perfect! Great job! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Surferess]

What a super cool idea! Can't wait to see you on the Today show!

[@judychapman1868]

WOW, That set is so pretty, thanks for sharing Orly!!! Judy

[@OrlysChannel]

thanks for watching!

[@ASMRA33]

Orly, you have me so stoked!! I can draw and I have the vision..I'm going to get a sewing machine! I have to! Thanks for waking up my drive..I needed to be inspired!

[@stacysworld2020]

Love Love please try this making long cardigan from table cloth.

[@dawnmason9558]

Absolutely drop dead gorgeous. Will be looking for tablecloths for my Granddaughter.

[@burkies8273]

Pretty much knocked that outta the park! 🤯😍😍

[@donr7145]

Hey Gurly!!! Another outstanding DIY. I just did a jumper using a pair of jeans, a light weight white man shirt for the lining behind the lace from a old table cloth. It turned out so cute. I must do your project with the leftover lace I have. This is 🔥🔥🔥, as always. #1 FAN❤️

[@OrlysChannel]

oooh love that!

[@norawotton5440]

I love those and they look really comfortable. Lucky find at the thrift store, put together beautifully!

[@maydonstyle]

I love this!! So creative and relatively easy. I will definitely be trying this one very soon! Now just need to find me a gorgeous, crocheted tablecloth! Thanks for sharing!

[@OrlysChannel]

Have fun!

[@traceyjennings4361]

Totally genius! My boho soul adores this and might be my very first thing to try. Newer subscriber and loving your channel!

[@OrlysChannel]

yesss!!! go get it Tracey!!

[@kari97632]

Just stumbled upon this video. Oh my goodness, I love this. Well done!!

[@kathymartin5730]

Gorgeous. Love your videos. Glad here you're on TV. One of my faves from Hallmark

[@OrlysChannel]

thank you Kathy!! xoxox

[@whimsicallywhimsywhimsical363]

I’m always amazed at how you create such awesome DIY outfits. So looking forward to your denim DIYs. Thank you 💐

[@ritastutler1470]

We used to do similar in the 70s ..still love that look

[@mariannerady1137]

Looks absolutely fantastic! Such a perfect boho piece

[@kathygann7632]

This is the best outfit- ever! Thank you! I would never ave thought to do this!

[@kathyhicks810]

All I can think of are all the linens I left for the estate sale at my moms! Fortunately I did bring a few home. Some are colorful. This is perfect!

[@OrlysChannel]

oh have fun!!! cant wait to see

[@Mommamacnz]

This is really lovely and I can see myself wearing something like those jeans.

[@katiebeantown7355]

I’m only 3 minutes in and I’ve already learned something. I never thought to lead with the short end of a seam ripper! 🤦🏻‍♀️ makes perfect sense!! Also, ty for showing that mistake up front bc it really does happen to the best of us and doesn’t completely go away with experience

[@OrlysChannel]

haha I was soooo mad at myself! And I actually learned that the red tip goes first from a YT viewer who commented it to me!

[@Ilovevintage77]

Omg in love !!!! Gorgeous🙏🏼🙏🏼❣️❣️ please do tea towel tops next!!

[@kristinamullen4066]

I love it!!!.I never knew you could use the seam ripper to take out so much area at one time.I always take forever to rip out stitches.

[@Byzantina1204]

I'm in love with the blouse you're wearing in the intro. I might have to DIY one with a thrifted blouse and silk scarf.

[@majbrittkjaer6134]

Super set, looks right with the clean edges on the pants.

[@OrlysChannel]

yea I think it helps a lot too

[@peaceinastorm]

So amazing! You never cease to amaze me!

[@shoogasweet5847]

Love, Love, Love ❤️ 😍 I will be trying out making both pieces!!

[@michaelsnider2484]

Our Dear Ms. DIY: Loving your channel! Recent subscriber. Wow! The final ensemble is absolutely wonderful! On the seam and the table cloth, I suggest using fusible tape to tack it down if you are sewing it. Super fast and easy. I am pretty sure fusible tape would be faster for sewers than fabric glue. I use the tape on most of my sewing projects. You are completely rocking this channel! You already know!😁

[@cinemaocd1752]

Oh Free People...I love your style, your quirky mix of vintage/antique and oversized ahtleisure...I'm not so crazy about your offerings for anyone who isn't 5 foot 8 or taller...I love the idea of taking their vibes and DIYing it for a short frame....I really liked that outward swoosh of those doily pants. I've seen that silhouette a lot lateley Margiella Jeans and Jean Jackets...

[@kathrynledger]

Where was this last week, when I did exactly the same project including opening the inseam and accidentally sewing the back to the front of one leg 😂. Thanks for all your inspiration

[@OrlysChannel]

haha oh no!! been there. trust me.

[@juanitalopez1529]

Beautiful !! You did a great job on this.

[@kimedwards4153]

Love them. This reminds me of some jeans I bought that had lace down the side seam in te 90's and my youngest son had a fit so I had to take them back. But I kept the pair that has a zipper instead of lace and I still have them. They have a frayed hem, are Joe Boxer brand from Kmart and yes they still fit. Thanks for sharing have a great Sunday !!!

[@nancyvasquez3621]

Beautiful! Another winner Orly!❤️

[@Cavaughan57]

OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGEEEEEEEEEEEEE! So amazing!! Am def on the look out for a tablecloth like that!!! Thank you for sharing your talent and ideas with us

[@rhondanau7807]

Super stunning! I love both pieces. I can do this with the white jeans I thrifted. the legs are a little tight but the rest fit.

[@NaeNaeW]

❤Totally love this!! I have to make something for my mom like this! She loves those types of table clothes and loves lace and doilies! You look super cute with the top and pants 😍😍😍💖

[@wendystephens2730]

This outfit is so so cute😼 Please do more free people. I always look at the midi dresses for years. I need one and can see a little. I love the idea of thrifted table cloth and I’m now on the hunt. Take care from Florida

[@mayramendoza2635]

😱🤯 Love it!!!!!!❤ Thank you so much for this inspo!!!!! Blessings!!!

[@OrlysChannel]

You are so welcome!

[@tifftiff5133]

I love them both and the blazer top you had on at the beginning. Please diy that for us😁. So easy and cool for the summer.

[@helloemilymills]

LOVE this! What a great find. That's what I love about thrifting -- there are GEMS out there people! 😁 Awesome work Orly!

[@conniesmith9989]

I love the fabric. Awesome project. Thank you.

[@angelsmith4467]

I literally just took a pair of pants apart to do something fun too , now I have to do this because I adore lace table clothes. I might even already have one . Just have to dig out my stash😁😁😁

[@OrlysChannel]

yes!!! do it!

[@viviansnyder8247]

Love, love, love you have such great talent!

[@bethknight4436]

The most beautiful outfit💕💕💕

[@Rachelle_Creates]

This was really cute, Love the boho!

[@monicamorten4177]

You are so creative - I love your channel. The pants are not my style but I’ll be looking for a tablecloth to make that top!

[@roxysage645]

Dang girl!! I love this look!! So cute and on trend! So easy to create, too!