Judy Bates, the Bargainomics Lady, joined us on Good Day Alabama with a great do-it-yourself idea. She calls this project a "craft for the craft-less."

Judy says you don't even need to know how to sew to make your own T-shirt scarf, plus they make great gifts, too. It takes about 20 minutes to make one. If you have a t-shirt and a pair of scissors, you're ready to begin.

Spring has officially arrived, and with it, a new fashion season. Wondering how to dress up your wardrobe to reflect the season’s light, bright colors? Amy Bailey, founder of fashion magazine My Scoop, offers her advice and tips on what to wear now that it’s getting warmer.

“White is a big spring must-have,” Bailey said. Some of the models at a recent photo shoot in Birmingham’s Atlantic Aviation West airplane hanger showcased all-white outfits dressed up with tan wedges and colorful handbags.

“Pops of color are big, from bright red to yellows to blue to peach and white polka dots, reminiscent of the 1960s and a fun, fun look for spring,” Bailey said.

You don’t have to break the bank to update your look for spring. Bailey suggested ways to use items you already have to create a new look, such as pairing a white tank with a pair of rolled-up jeans, or adding a lightweight scarf to a springtime outfit.

His dresses have been worn by Beyonce, Blake Lively and Queen Latifah. His career in design began at a young age as an artist born and raised in Japan. His fashion house has been around for 29 years. He’s the internationally famous fashion designer Tadashi Shoji, and he’s visiting Birmingham for the first time Thursday, Feb. 17 at Saks Fifth Avenue.

A luncheon and fashion show displaying Shoji’s Spring 2011 collection will benefit the YWCA of Central Alabama. Saks Fifth Avenue and flowerMagazine are hosting the luncheon and will show attendees the latest trends in wedding designs. Shoji will also be available to consult with customers after the luncheon.