Wedding Dress Makeover Ep. 2 - Lace, Ruffles, and Chiffon!

In this video I transform an old wedding dress and make it more modern! Thank you Kim for donating the dress to me. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more transformations!
Watch my first Wedding Dress Makeover: • DIY Wedding Dress Make...
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White cording
1 yard tulle
1 yard chiffon
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[@Kaytlynne]

I love this. You can wear both pieces at the ceremony, wear the opaque one at the reception, then wear the just sheer one on the wedding night 😂😏

[@lealou1092]

Kaytlynne Littke 🤣

[@courtesyof24]

Good thinking!

[@ps8991]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jayem7208]

I'm glad I wasn't the only, esp when she said "you can wear the [sheer one] as a nightgown" 😏

[@pujabarman2443]

🤣😜

[@Isabelsicedcakes]

Who else is mostly confused about whats going on until the reveal? Lol 😆 wish I had at least half her talent

[@hiumancheung8829]

I actually fast forwarded to the end to see the result because I had no idea what she was doing😂.

[@jglobetrotter2830]

I can see where it's going, but I love how she does it like a tutorial when I know darn well I can't sew anything remotely wearable without a pattern.

[@PocaHottest]

These videos are so mesmerizing. I love it. Right up there with the cooking shows I watch as therapy, very calming.

[@sistersalinagarber2013]

Isaaabelgonz me haha I used to live in California with my momma when she was alive and watch her at work she made wedding cakes and did my aunts dress or was absolutely gorgeous I miss her 😭 but I do remember her using the terms ditch and stitch ha ha

[@sistersalinagarber2013]

J Globetrotter I can't even with one lol

[@isabelbonilla2193]

I love how you kept the original 70s boho look, but with a modern twist. Well done!

[@themakeupism]

Very beautiful, I’m glad you didn’t ruin the original look. I see so many people make over older clothes and ruin everything nice about them to modernize them. Love you kept the sleeves so many would’ve cut it all off.

[@Lovable487]

So cute. I love how you show your thought process and how you admit to not knowing what you want to do with an item. You are one of my favorite youtubers! 🥰

[@elizabethflores9463]

Kpop biased My thoughts exactly 😀

[@coolirpa]

Thank you!!

[@lyzamariepagarigan52]

And I love how Zico is your dp ❤

[@MeredithHagan]

I really think April and PoppenAtalier are the best for showing their struggles during their videos, that there can be hitches and problems, and how they worked around them. 💚

[@silvermist9629]

Love this

[@kikolarou9319]

Safiya nygaard should ask u to make her weeding dress u would give her her dream dress for sure😍

[@jasmine.ander2003]

Kiko Larou YESSSS

[@dianaeusebio3750]

I was just about to suggest! They Collaborate to make the wedding dress for @safiya

[@luciaramirez-leszko4215]

Yaaaassssss

[@Countesssam9567]

Omg yes do it

[@khushbootaneja1460]

Weeding dress

[@katsan88]

Once upon a time sewing use to be taught in school. So sad that we no longer learn this skill

[@ardentgailla]

Yep. I was in a sewing club in elementary school, but it unfortunately ended there.

[@kristianfranklin2374]

All they did was teach us how to make a pillow

[@sakuraarlert3292]

@@kristianfranklin2374 my school teach me how to make a sling bag and apron 😂😂

[@lfuentes4098]

Check your local community college or Adult Ed. There are still affordable or free classes out there.

[@MauriFan]

That’s so sad, in my country we have to learn it

[@KalenaO]

The difference between the before and after BLOWS my mind. You are so creative and they always look amazing afterwards!

[@OlgaLing]

A pinking rotary tool. Where have I been? Adding to list right now. Great job on the dress. I love the two different dress options. It's so creative.

[@coolirpa]

Olga Ling haha yes! It’s awesome. And thank you!

[@kimikp6684]

My thoughts exactly lol!😊

[@david_8710]

You always encourage me to dive in and broaden my skills. However this one is really a skill challenger because of the fabrics. You make it look so easy but it really is not. I love how you separated the layers to make 2 separate looks. AMAZING!!!!!

[@FunSoSoToTo]

Exactly my thoughts,,, when i saw the thumbnail i said how is she going to make a neat dress with such a light fabric?!! She is so skillful!!

[@HyperSensitive88]

I love the front sweetheart bodice with the sheer plunging v neck. It goes so beautifully with the sheer puff long sleeves! So romantic!

[@nahnah221]

The tulle and chiffon sections look like you're sewing ghost clothes. I love it

[@itspaigeleigh]

Oooh wow it looks amazing! I love that it's 2 dresses, too!

[@alerienalee25]

Dress came out very pretty. I love vintage things. My wedding dress was a vintage dress I got from a Thrift store for $10. It had a high neck with long sleeves and some ugly beading. I had a friend fix it for me. I didn't change much of the dress except instead of a high neck I wanted a boat neck. On the back I wanted a V shape and of course to shorten the dress length a bit so it would not be too long. I also had the beading taken off. The dress was beautiful and one of a kind. I wanted some sparkle, but didn't have the time to add it to my dress so I just bought a pretty sash with some sparkle and add it to the dress. It was a perfect touch.

[@meiraloraduncan8953]

You can actually use oxy clean or biz to remove many stains and discoloration from older wedding gowns. Also letting them dry in direct sunlight helps too.

[@brivalenzuela216]

You are so talented! Not just at the sewing, but your design skills are amazing ❤️ you have the best fashion sense I hope you make it big ❤️ ❤️

[@HarleyRL]

I have two wedding dresses in my stash of clothes to be upcycled.. And they just now might have a purpose 😉 great job as always!

[@coolirpa]

Harley Leatherman yes! Always a fun project 😁

[@Dagger__Seishin]

I love how that you tried to keep a good chunk of the original but still made it your own

[@1215joseph]

I don't know much about sewing, except for my occassional repair, but I love how much art there is in what you do. Great job there!

[@whyisthisachannel]

I have never wanted to get married, but sometimes I just look at beautiful dresses and think about throwing myself a "I'm not getting married but I want to feel pretty" party, laughs. The original dress was .... I honestly was looking at that and had no IDEA where it could go, but you turned it into such an elegant, ephemeral dress that I just want to throw myself a party to wear it. ♥♥

[@jglobetrotter2830]

Do it! There is nothing more fabulous than dancing like crazy in a wedding dress. It's so fun!

[@ProfessorSassypants]

The before dresss was lovely, I’m so glad you kept the style quite true. Beautiful work!

[@ontheinternetnooneknowsyou2764]

I'm not getting married anytime soon, but holymoly I love this design so much I really want something like this for when it's time.

[@lydiapicano8806]

I love what you did with this dress. It's elegant, classy and fresh. In addition, the option to remove the top and have a strapless reception gown is lovely.

[@soniagalambos3406]

You are amazing. My mom was a seamstress and a know a little so I appreciate how much work this is. You are also very creative.

[@konstantina9876]

It's sooooooo beautiful!!!! Could you ever do a mini video on sewing basics? Please? 'Cause I want to start doing something like that, but I have no idea how to start😅

[@sherryhannah498]

Konstantina please is unnecessary unneeded unnecessary and very annoying

[@jenniferboyd2318]

I love how you made it up as you go, but still had an ideal picture in mind! 😂

[@dalainebloom4505]

That looks SOO BEAUTIFUL!! It looks perfect for an Outdoor Spring Wedding or a Beach Wedding. I love Your re -Designs!!!

[@heathergustafson4237]

Have you ever thought of signing up for Project Runway ? You would be great

[@ladyjunon6305]

No, no, no! Project Runway wouldn't help her AT ALL. I've heard lots of horrible stories and apparently, the contestants almost always fade into obscurity and the exceptions (Christian Siriano, Michael Costello, Leanne Marshall) are disliked by the industry, because it seen as a joke to entertain 'basic people'.

[@maribelroman218]

She would be great. But the contestants can be so catty. She is so gentle. And kind. For that environment. She needs another fashion show. The first she put tote her was amazing.

[@ellenaivanovych4916]

She was in that project before if I am not wrong.

[@zoemorrison07]

You have such a gift! It’s insane 🥰

[@maribelroman218]

Zoe Louise I was just thinking that. At first I said what a talent she has. But than a said no. She has a gift. I love all her creations. And she has such an imagination, for all her recreations they are all so different. Way to go April.

[@ednacrespoadorno6379]

Love the idea of two dresses at ones. Beautiful!

[@marinavestal3359]

You have given me such good ideas for me so I don't have to by a high priced dress for my wedding.

[@DJFPhantomPhan]

I love that you didn’t give away the final result in the thumbnail this time.

[@Chachi160302]

Beautiful like always. I love how it still reminds me of the before but it’s like breath of fresh air. Very cute and flowy

[@coolirpa]

Jackie Jacobo me too! Thank you ❤️

[@allinone-qz2gi]

That is really smart! The two-dress idea!

[@naomiwerther3789]

So, I've been following your channel for the better part of 2 years now. And you never cease to be an inspiration. I've found my own passion for sewing shortly before your channel was in my recommendations, and what you come up with always sparks my excitement. Thank you for your amazing videos!

[@hweiyilee6559]

Liked sooo many things about this video, you always outdo yourself every single time! 1. Very refreshing to see a wedding dress style that is more modest and not strapless. 2. Love the way that you gave a reality check about expectations regarding the fabric after you take an old dress apart. 3. Reinforcing the chiffon with the other fabrics to give the outer dress a proper structure, that one is the hardest one to figure out how to do. Love Love Love!!

[@slicenrice]

Love this April!!!!😱😱😱 Are you going to design your own future wedding dress? So beautiful 😭😭😭

[@coolirpa]

SLICE n RICE thank you! And yes I am!! This is great practice haha

[@myrnacardon3014]

Another colab please

[@meurtri9312]

so pretty! the twist you put on the original design gives the dress so much character.

[@dindog22]

you nailed it! the original dress looked like it came from the '70's

[@AmyLovesMakeup]

The two different dresses together just brought me back to what a girl wants most iconic moment 😂😂

[@taiyaduncker8823]

Really would have loved this dress for my wedding especially because it was a 2 in 1. Beautiful!

[@Housewarmin]

What do you do with all the pieces you make? Do you actually wear them or sell them?

[@iont8172]

That's exactly what I was wondering!

[@ariadnamatfei3923]

Follow her on Instagram, she actually wears a lot of her creations 😊

[@KC-qh2vu]

She wears what she creates since she makes them based on how it would fit her body in particular

[@hellykay]

Is she getting married then...? 🤔😊

[@burpolicious]

@@hellykay That is what I wondered also!

[@celiagorleski2716]

I'm sure I'll be whipping these out by the dozens. I'm actually impressed by anyone who can even thread a bobbin. This goes way abouve that.

[@mspatti]

I love the problem solving representation in your videos. The beautiful remake is another winner in books.

[@monikanazwiskomoje0489]

Omg that's a lot of hard work. Work with chiffon is not easy and I don't like it but you make a good job- dress looks amazing 😍 2in1 👏

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

Amazing as usual! I love the way you seem to be able to visualise the finished product, before it's finished! Awesome!!

[@erabon3441]

That result is so freaking cute, omg. Genius idea to be able to wear the layers separately! You go, gurl.

[@caropx9273]

That under dress is absolutely stunning on it's own!

[@rexgrl3]

It was destiny that the back didn't touch because that caused you to use the lace appliques to fix it which was genius!

[@pamelahanna2713]

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[@pamelahanna2713]

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[@pamelahanna2713]

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[@sandrasaxton5352]

That dress is beautiful! You have a gift of design.

[@rileylawrence4069]

Love when she acts as though we’re following along

[@2degucitas]

Your sewing skills have advanced over the years. You have talent.

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

April you genius this looks great!!

[@lalitaparihar2073]

Hey love. Just want to thank you for making these videos. They helped me alot. Please make video on DIY trendy crop tops.

[@OneandonlyJoaquin]

So you made 3 looks out of one dress.WOW! you need your own show, to update people's wardrobe out of what they already have. 🤩🤩🤯

[@sazupupu]

Amazing talent. Even though I got married last summer you showing the end result gave me major bride vibes and a warm heart 💕

[@kellyssweetcreation1037]

I love your videos sooo much, everytime you makeover/thrift flip something, I'm like dammmmnn how does she do that? :)

[@nightswondergirl]

I love the wedding dress thrifts

[@audreymartinez9197]

I just started watching your tutorials because I am a beginner at sewing. You are an amazing seamstress and a genius at what you do. You have inspired me to sew clothes and try recreating with thrift clothes. Thank you.

[@CreatedIAm]

I like how the final concept still had the delicate vibes of the original 😊

[@charlottenicholls7417]

Excellent job on the dress! You never fail to impress me with your creations!!

[@awefullcreations9483]

Beautiful! I love that it is two seperate layers. The simple white dress underneath is gorgeous!!! ^_^

[@mdas7012]

All talent, skill, brilliant mind, creativity and genius in one person!!!

[@DongDoodle]

I once watched a 40min video of someone shaving a cat. Much like that video, i will probably never do whats shown in this video, but its neat to watch someone who knows what theyre doing.

[@plousia]

😆😆😆

[@raitaxx7578]

Imagine this recreated dress gets recreated in 20 years to fit their currents trend :3

[@allieg6401]

This turned out really great! I couldn't really see where to take it but you have it in your hands! So totally different to feel the garment and let it tell you what it wants! Great work!

[@gracegregg172]

I love how your always watching something on your phone while making these!😚😆

[@LindaFromSeaAtTull]

*you're always

[@FalinPerth]

I love how you can still tell it's the same dress ( keeping the lace, flowers, and stripe elements) although it's now a more modern/flattering style. Great inspiration for if a lady wanted to wear her mother or grandmother's dress, remade.

[@mhearte8038]

What the heck?! This is amazing!

[@kelseycoca]

omg! Absolutely stunning! Also, how many more of these wedding dress transformations does she have to do until he gets the hint? :P lol

[@GradKat]

Wow! I love watching her videos, even though I haven’t got a clue what’s going on. The end results are always great, and this dress is no exception.

[@kayseabaker2757]

That is the kind of dress idea I need! I love dancing and I don't want to step on my dress but I also love the train! So glad I watched this just for the idea on the two layers.

[@suzyq62698]

Now you and Erik can get married 😂😂

[@indigobrooklyn1234]

1000% Better than the original.

[@melissapetito3069]

I feel like this especially cool because you can still feel the original style of the dress! a lot of times people just use the fabric and make something new, which is fine but I feel this looks more vintagy

[@pollypocket2282]

What a beautiful boho transformation and changing it to a convertible dress was a stroke of genius!!!

[@FeliciaSC]

This is absolutely amazing!! I think it suits a fairy or garden wedding since it feels so dreamy :)

[@maikoulee3598]

Wooooow!!! I wish I was as talented as you! I like my wedding dress originally as I bought it but I wish I could have made my own or personalized it to me too ahhaha :)) keep it up!!

[@AmazingAndrea]

The two dress idea is genius! I love how far your channel has come! I know quite a bit of sewing techniques and you still teach me more 😊

[@Boertje247]

WOW! Except for the actual lace design, this was my old wedding dress that I bought new on sale for $85. I never liked the dress, but was in a time crunch. You do lovely work and plain to follow tutorials. It's cray-cray to spend a fortune on something that's only worn once. Your ideas are great for making a unique dress that's beautiful and cost effective.

[@Hyorin94]

No idea what u were doing/saying. but turns out awesome!! Love it!!

[@LifeStyleVibes]

Love the idea of two dresses in one. The white dress on its own is simple and gorgeous. Where did you film the after section? That park looks beautiful!!

[@rosannaleinbach7958]

That is absolutely gorgeous!! And I think the two separate dresses is a wonderful concept. 😍

[@daisykate9796]

You have a true talent, I swear I would let you make my wedding dress, and I love the style of this it's beautiful

[@kathleenbennett2128]

So Beautiful, Wow, You Are Truly An Artist! I Love it!!!! :)

[@AmythefirstA]

All the chiffon brings back fond memories of figuring out how to sew my own wedding dress.

[@rozalee6703]

Bravo! Crazy sewing skills! Nice to see younger gals are still interested in sewing. It is becoming a lost art. Your altered dress went from dated to sophisticated and modern.

[@KellyBeth]

I think this is one of my favorite transformations you've ever done! I absolutely love how the dress turned out and that you still kept a lot of the same elements from the original dress while giving it a totally different look!

[@ankitaanand8519]

Love your videos. Although I never sew ,I love watching your transformation videos. Love from India :)

[@erinsettle5094]

I love this video!! I have a question for my own project. How do you get the bodice to lay flat once you turn it right side out? I have a bodice with 2 layers of satin and 1 interfacing layer so it is kind of bulky.

[@purselmer5931]

I loved both of these versions of dress! I do think the second version was better for an outdoor wedding. Very flowy and beautiful.

[@azoutlaw7]

Girl why aren't you WOWING them in the fashion industry? You have amazing insight! You look at the "ugly duckling" and see the "swan"! Just when you do WOW them don't forget about us back here on KZbin!

[@margaretf667]

Amazing, I love that you left the final transformation till the end 😀

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

This is incredible! I love that you took this old style and made a Boho dream! So versatile to wear for the wedding and for the reception.

[@xine91468]

Wow... what a gorgeous transformation. I love the new neckline. That is very flattering.

[@suereeves5994]

A tour de force April, I never get bored watching you creating lovely clothes

[@kathrynmarentette7120]

I’m OBSESSED with this dress!

[@annabm91]

I used to get recommended this thrifted girl who would transform dresses years ago. And yesterday I got recommended one of your newer videos and I wondered about that thrifted youtuber. I just realised that it was you! Love from India ❤️

[@tonipope3164]

You, young lady are incredibly talented and have amazing vision!! ( and fantastic sewing skills too!!!)

[@einzgeisha]

LOVED this episode! I was really surprised at the end! Super clever of having 2 dresses in one! I thought, "Wow!!!"