The wonderful functions of safety pins

I've had this delightful frock for years now but it's mid-calf length deterred me from wearing it. I love crafting and deconstructing dresses but the thought of cutting into such a beautiful garment was too painful. I also thought this would serve as a great Mary Poppins costume at its original length.

So what does one do in a situation such as this? Well, an hour before my friend's 18th a few months back I decided this was the dress I would wear and decided to get crafty. One of my favourite bloggers, Rebecca from The Clothes Horse, often reinvents her delightful clothing and uses safety pins to change her hems. This served as inspiration for me to cautiously alter this. Whilst I guess it may be considered a temporary adjustment, I plan to keep it this way until the pins stick me. I've worn it on several occasions since that party and they have not yet hurt me.

- Isabella