Recently I realized that I wish I had an easy-to-access holder for my business cards. I often carry around my tote bag featuring a cat in space, and I get frequent comments and compliments on it. I keep a stack of business cards in my wallet to give people when this situation arises, but with […]
DIY Lotion Bars
A couple of weeks ago I decided to try making my own lotion bars. They turned out really well, so I thought I’d share my recipe.
DIY Mint Rhinestone Necklace Makeover
Yesterday I decided to give one of my necklaces a makeover. Previously I painted this rhinestone necklace with neon nail polish, but I removed the paint with nail polish remover (it came right off!), and gave it a coat of mint. If the color looks familiar, it’s the same one I used to paint these […]
DIY Natural Moth Repellent Sachets
It’s nearing that time of year when you’ll be able to store away your winter coats and wool sweaters and not think about them again until next winter. Before you stuff them into storage, though, consider adding a few of these anti-moth sachets to help protect your clothes from hungry moths. Because there’s nothing worse […]
Tutorial: Rhinestone Ear Cuff
Last week I posted about rhinestone ear cuffs, and after a lot of experimentation, I figured out how to make my own version. I have to warn you, though, that even in casual clothing, wearing one of these may make you feel like a princess. I’ll show you how to make the one above, but […]
DIY Inspiration: Sparkling Ear Cuffs
I’m rather intrigued by the big, jewel-encrusted earpieces I’ve been seeing lately. They may not be wearable every day, but they’d be stunning for a special event. Left, from Topshop (no longer available), and right, Ryan Storer (sold out). Sources unknown From Dries Van Noten’s Fall 2013 RTW show. These are technically not ear cuffs, […]
DIY Camera Strap From A Belt
For about as long as I’ve had my camera, I’ve been meaning to replace the strap that came with it. Cute straps are kind of tough to find, though, and pretty expensive. But you can convert an old belt into a camera strap that’s easy to switch out whenever you feel like a change. I […]
DIY Ginger Liqueur Recipe
Last year I made a batch of this ginger liqueur (recipe adapted from here), and though at first I wasn’t sure how to use it, we eventually discovered that it makes all kinds of drinks better. It goes really well with fruity flavors, especially citrus, and it adds just a bit of spiciness. When we […]
DIY Cutout Collar T-Shirt Tutorial
Lately I’ve been seeing some super cute cutout collars on dresses, and last week I decided to make a t-shirt version. Here’s how to make your own.