Ms Lela

06/04/2026

Classic white button-down shirt transformed into a feminine ruffle blouse featuring a ruffled collar and hem. Perfect paired with white jeans, denim, skirts, or shorts.

✔️ One-of-a-kind design
✔️ Upcycled and handmade
✔️ Comfortable and versatile
✔️ Created by Ms Lela Studio

Available for local pickup Steel Magnolias on Hwy 72 in Madison, Alabama.

06/02/2026

📍 Stopped by Steel Magnolias Boutique today to pick up some local honey and do a little booth refresh! 🍯✨

I’ve updated my booth with several of my latest creations, including custom door wreath sashes and upcycled apparel. While you’re there, be sure to browse the entire store—there are so many unique treasures, home décor items, gifts, antiques, and consignment finds waiting to be discovered.

Thank you for supporting local small businesses! 💛

Hope to see you soon!

06/02/2026

✨ Any of my shirts can be personalized with a monogram! ✨

One of my favorite parts of upcycling is seeing the hidden potential in a garment and creating something fresh, unique, and wearable. And for an extra special touch, any of my shirts can be customized with a monogram to make it truly your own.

✂️ Handmade & Upcycled by Ms Lela Studio

06/01/2026

A plain white men’s button-down received a fresh new look in my sewing studio!

I added:
🌸 A soft ruffled collar
🌸 Puff sleeves
🌸 A feminine cropped silhouette
🌸 A sweet floral ruffle hem

05/31/2026

💙 A little pillow. A lot of prayer.

These handmade prayer pillow keepsakes were created from a vintage quilt and sewn with love and intention. Each one is a gentle reminder that you are never alone.

✨ One of a kind
✨ Handmade
✨ Thoughtful gift idea

05/29/2026

This color palette just feels right for the season! 💚

I love finding new ways to transform everyday garments into something unique and wearable.

05/28/2026

Today’s project starts with the prep work — pinning, gathering, reshaping, and reimagining this shirt into something completely new. I love seeing the vision begin to come together before the first stitch is even sewn.

From oversized menswear to custom feminine fashion pieces… this is where the magic begins. ✨

Would you leave it crisp and classic… or add lace, ruffles, or embroidery?

05/27/2026

There’s something so satisfying about watching a large custom design come to life on my Happy Japan embroidery machine using the largest hoop setup.

Thank you for supporting handmade and custom-crafted creations by Ms Lela Studio.

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

giving it a feminine twist with custom ruffle details!

Thinking if I should KEEP the ruffle sleeves or REMOVE them for a cleaner look?