Tarina Tarantino is known for her playful, glamorous jewelry and accessories. Her unique pieces have undoubtedly inspired plenty of DIY versions, so it’s fitting that she’s released the how-to manual The Sparkle Factory: The Design and Craft of Tarina’s Fashion Jewelry and Accessories. The book features 20 projects, plus sections on how the Tarina Tarantino […]
DIY Metallic Print Bag
The other day I decided to play around with the metallic pen I used for this ring holder. I started with a small plain black faux-leather pouch. I made the one I used, which is a smaller version of the one I made in this tutorial. (If you don’t want to sew your own, here […]
Getting in the Mood: Pendleton Portland Collection
Lots of people have fall rituals to get them ready for the change in seasons. They visit pumpkin patches, drink apple cider, and pull out their heavy sweaters from storage. One of my yearly traditions seems to be obsessing about the Pendleton Portland Collection. The cozy knits and woven woolens in quintessentially autumn colors have […]
Sunday Street Style
Top row: The Urban Spotter, Fashionist Middle row: Fashonist, Elle Street Chic Bottom row: The Locals, The Urban Spotter
Links I Like
1. This woman created and lives in an amazing garden. Looks like heaven to me! 2. These DIY patterned coasters are simple but stylish. 3. The easy way to polka dot your walls. 4. Word search tea towels are a sweet gift idea. 5. Create a pretty flower hanging light as a centerpiece. 6. I […]
Baked Lemon Poppyseed Donuts with Rhubarb Glaze
Yesterday was my birthday, and since I didn’t have any cake or ice cream for the occasion, it seems fair that today I’m celebrating with both cake and donuts. Extravagant, I know. At least these donuts are baked, not fried, and they’re made with two kinds of fruits and vegetables (lemon and rhubarb), so I […]
DIY Inspiration: Paint Splatters
Lately I’m intrigued with splattered paint, especially in inky hues. With the right paint or dye, the effect looks like it would be pretty easy to achieve, and there are tons of possibilities for fashion and housewares. You can even paint splatter your nails. I’m itching to give it a try, how about you? 1. […]
DIY Hair Tie Tutorial
Thanks to my shop, I end up with quite a few beautiful fabric scraps. Last week I came up with a wearable way to use some small pieces of fabric. You really don’t need much to make these hair ties, which makes them perfect for those scraps you just can’t throw away.
Sunday Street Style
Totally unintentionally, some of my picks this week continue last week’s accidental theme of neutral outfits brightened up with pink or red. I can’t tell if that’s a big trend right now, or if that’s just what my eye is drawn to. Either way, I like it. Top row: Elle Street Chic, The Locals Middle […]