pink bow back dress Maxi in The strapless neckline highlights the shoulders and collarbone Boden Girls Bow Back Midi

This easy sewing pattern for beginners can be completed in one hour or less and, as Mandy at Sugar Bee Crafts says, the ruffle fabric is very forgiving

(Simple and way cheaper than buying it!) Stir in lime juice and minced jalapeno

I paired it with this Platform Block Heel Dorsay Mary Jane (WW) from Torrid

Add makeup + hair: Finish with bold makeup and fun hair accessories to complete the Gaga look

This past weekend I headed up to the mountains with some friends for a fun weekend getaway

Written by Adele Margolis, a nationally-acclaimed expert in pattern making, tailoring and dressmaking, this must-have guide will take you step-by-step through darts, sleeves, necklines, closings and silhouettes