Thrift store re-vamp!

I LOVE thrift shops.  It's an adventure every time I visit one!  A few months ago, I found a fabulous 50's style shirt dress, which is a great style for me (both figure flattering and nursing friendly).  I snagged it up for only $3.99!  I have worn it a few times, but felt that it was lacking something, so off I went to my fabric bin for inspiration...

Here is the dress in its natural state:

I realize that the picture doesn't really give the details, but it's pretty plain and simple.  Gathered waist and a button-up top with cap-sleeves and a simple collar.

Here is the dress with my additions:

The belt is a white polka dot on a black background.  Just scraps I had left over from a dress I made for my sweet Junebug.

Closer up:

I love this fabric pin that I found on Wise Craft.  What a quick and satisfying craft!

Here's a close up of the pin:

I hope you give thrift stores a fair chance, too.  One woman's trash is another woman's fabulous Sunday dress!