Don’t these super chunky wool blankets look incredibly warm and cuddly? Perfect for curling up under on a cold winter night, and they look beautiful even when not in use. There are lots of places to buy them, and if you don’t knit, employing a skilled knitter to make one for you is a great […]
DIY Inspiration: Colorful Faux Fur
Candy-colored faux fur has really caught my eyes these days. While faux fur is perfect for cozying up on cold days, it can also make a style statement in unexpected colors. The pastel shades look especially fun to me, maybe because they’re such a contrast to the usual darker winter colors we’re used to. Luckily, […]
DIY Inspiration: Safety Pins
While they have lowly utilitarian origins and first made a big impact on the punk scene, in the last decade safety pins have made huge inroads in the high fashion world. Safety pins were popular with punks because they’re versatile, widely available in many sizes, and easily manipulated, which also makes them perfect for many […]
DIY Inspiration: Lace Details
Lace is one of those embellishments that never really goes away. (Sometimes it takes a leave of absence, but then it comes back, refreshed and better than ever.) Although lace appliques have been around for hundreds of years, designers can still find fresh new ways to use them. This season there are some great examples […]
DIY Inspiration: Color-Blocked Decor
I wasn’t sure whether to call this color-blocking, paint-dipping, or dip-dyeing, but whatever you call it, I’m intrigued by two-tone furniture. It’s by no means a new trend, but it’s a great way to freshen up plain furniture, and I’m thinking of giving it a try. Here are some helpful instructions for painting wood furniture, […]
DIY Inspiration: Geometric Lights
The other day I was looking for lighting options for some of the rooms in our house, and I came across these cool geometric pendants: Left, right, both from Urban Outfitters. I remembered that I’d seen this tutorial for geometric ornaments and this one for a great plant holder, so I’m wondering if you could […]
DIY Inspiration: Fringe
Fringe doesn’t have to read hippie or biker anymore. These days it’s sleek and chic. Ready to add some swing to your step? You can either cut fringe into a non-fraying fabric (like leather or faux leather), or sew on pre-made trim. Shoes, bags, and skirts are all perfect for fringe embellishment. 1. Fringed suede sandals […]
Plaid Makeover
Recently I’ve been purging my closet of items I haven’t worn in a long time. It’s in preparation for our upcoming move, and I’m trying to be pretty ruthless. I threw this dress in the giveaway bag since I haven’t worn it all season, and then had second thoughts. Though the shape is rather maternity, […]
DIY Inspiration: Beanie Babes
If you’re in part of the US that’s being hit by a deep freeze right now, you might be wishing for a hat to help keep your head warm. The beanie has made a big comeback this winter, in an oversized, slouchy version that looks great with everything from dresses to denim. Row 1 Left: Elle […]