I participated in the Glam Trash Fashion Show this year. The above photo is from the Taos News. They have a slideshow of the event and video and I made it in both. Woot! The below photos are mine.

I got a man’s wool sweater and cut off the sleeves. I then cut the body into a cocktail dress shape and felted it. The sleeves were frogged to reuse the yarn. I crocheted straps and added several inches to the bottom of the dress, making a slit up the side. After sewing on keys to the bottom I decided to sweep the keys up one side to the bodice.

I then crocheted two wristlets and sewed keys onto them. Before the show I put three braids in my hair with wires in them. I made circles with the braids and sewed keys on them. To complete the outfit I wore fishnet stockings and my stripper shoes.

While I didn’t win a prize I did have a ton of fun. There were so many inspiring and arty outfits. And what fun to hang out with so many creative artists.

A close up of the dress.

This was inspired by the shag/fringe dresses from the ’60s.

And a close up of the key fringe.

When I shook my ass on the runway I jingled!