Making a Ballgown out of 1000 old Phone Cases

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Published 2023-05-31
I hope yall enjoyed the normal projects while they lasted, I am back on my shenanigans - so here is my attempt to make a dress out of 1000 old phone cases!

Thank you so much to CASETiFY for providing the old phone cases (and sponsoring this project!) You can find out more about their Re/CASETiFY initiative here: cst.fyi/8WFam

Supplies I used in this project:
Zip ties: www.harborfreight.com/4-in-white-cable-ties-100-pa…
Dolly: www.harborfreight.com/30-in-x-19-in-1000-lb-capaci…
12 gauge wire: amzn.to/3INDKWs **
Hinge: www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-2-in-x-Zinc-Plated-Na…
Corner braces: www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-1-2-in-Zinc-Plated-…
Magnetic catch: www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-4-4-lbs-Magnetic-Catc…
Chicken wire: www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-2-in-Mesh-x-2-ft-x-…

The basic sewing and camera equipment I use!
Sewing machine: amzn.to/3xXyhWO **
Vlog camera: amzn.to/3NAwvAP **
Dress form: amzn.to/3xy98D7 **
Rotary cutting set: amzn.to/3QeBZno **
Tripod: amzn.to/3I9bJqS **
(disclaimer: links with ** after them are affiliate links - so if you buy through these links, it supports my channel :))

And the biggest shoutout to Chronos (www.instagram.com/chronos_cooblex/), Bas (www.instagram.com/peachyprecise/), and Jess (www.instagram.com/phoenixfairycos/) for coming over to zip tie phone cases for hours with me - y’all are the mvps and I love you all sm for joining me in my shenanigans 😭❤️❤️

Thanks for watching! :)

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------------------- Credits ----------------------------------
Final video shot by AJ Outloud: (www.instagram.com/aj_outloud/)
Hand drawn intro and outro graphics: Jas (www.instagram.com/onesmolhurt/)
Edited by Marissa
All Music from Epidemic Sounds

00:00 intro
01:25 designing
02:32 skirt
05:35 ziptying and more ziptying
08:33 bodice
11:03 final look
11:20 outr

All Comments (21)
  • I thought making a dress out of pennies was ambitious, but this takes the cake
  • @beautyizeasy
    I want this dress frame designed around my wheelchair so when I’m sitting in my wheelchair no one knows, it just looks like I’m in a GIANT dress😂
  • @floorticket
    Long ago someone said: "YouTube is personality driven." You embody this. Plus you're energetic and adorable and constructive and inspiring. The whole package.
  • @yammers8
    Only Shay could have made a sponsored content as creative as her other videos, what cool dress and great way to recycle!
  • @_the_chosen_1_
    it's not everyday she uploads but when she does it sure is magical
  • @lj1033
    Wait… this is actually a MET GALA dress!! With a theme around technologies it would fit so well and be the most talk about look of the night. Love it so much, the amount of effort you put in is insaaaaaane
  • @RebeccaEWebber
    I love that they took the dress to be displayed! Such a good sponsor relationship.
  • @crescentshay
    the number 1 question seems to be “how do you even get it through doors?”

    and the answer is that i built it so that it splits in half! its like 6.5ft wide so even at 3ish feet its still a squeeze through doors, but it makes it possible!!

    a lot of little bits of the process get cut out to keep these videos under 15 minutes so if you have any questions feel free to drop there here, and i’ll do my best to update this pinned comment with the most frequently asked questions!
  • @RosyRosie42
    Lol, I read the title as “1,000-year-old phone cases” and thought “that’s literally impossible 🧐…….” 😂

    Wow, the dress turned out incredible!!!! Well done!
  • @Rinhammy321
    You were the one who made it?! I saw it today in valley fair going for an interview! 😭😭😭it’s mind blowing yet so unique at the same time 😭😭
  • @porovis
    I just don't understand how this is possible, the whole process of making the base, I was just amazed on the problem solving and creativity skills she has man 😭
  • @xingcat
    This isn't just fashion, it's a feat of engineering that's quite impressive. Amazing work!
  • @clueless_cutie
    Please, please put this in an art gallery/show when casetify is done with it. It's waaaaaay too awesome to let sit in a warehouse somewhere falling apart in the dark.
  • WOW! That is one amazing cellphone case dress, I'm so happy the store got your dress as a display. Now your art can be shown to bring smiles & creativity to all artist out there.
  • @FrauMona2023
    Imaging: You go to a convention in this dress. When the crowd is overwhelming you, you can hide in the skirt, take a break and have a privet Tea Party in a colorful tant. 🤩
  • I walked by this dress at my local mall in Santa Clara and was really blown away by the level of detail, only to see this video uploaded a few days later detailing the making of it! Very cool!
  • @cheesycheddar555
    How you even managed to come up with the design for this, I’ll never know! Shay this is amazing ✨
  • @catr5716
    It is so cool to make something. And then the company puts your work of art on display. The dress is spectacular! You are very talented.
  • @VeronikaBelskaya
    It's the best way to reuse old things!👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
  • @hedgewitch94
    It is so cool that they're displaying that beautiful piece of art in one of their stores. I bet you get so many subscribers from it! I know I love watching you. Seeing you so happy made me cry :')