Are you adept at mixing patterns? I must admit that it’s not something I’m very comfortable with or good at, but I admire people who can pull it off. Though some people do it well instinctively, I think with practice you can develop an eye for it. Here are some tips I found, though some […]
DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
In the US, Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, May 12. I went through my archives and found some projects that might make great Mother’s Day gifts. You’ve still got a week, which is plenty of time for a DIY project, and moms always love stuff you make with your own two hands. These […]
Home DIY Inspiration: Plants
As winter has subsided around here and green things have begun to grow and bloom, I’ve contracted plant fever. I can’t wait to get some seeds in the ground and maybe add a few plants indoors. Here is some green inspiration I’ve been seeing lately. For more, check out my board dedicated to plants and […]
Tutorial: Mixed Chain Necklace
Last week I rounded up some chunky chain jewelry that looked like perfect candidates for a DIY project, and it inspired me to make my own mixed chain necklace. Read on for the instructions.
DIY Inspiration: Chunky Chain
Lately I’ve been seeing some great super chunky chain jewelry. With chain recycled from vintage jewelry (check thrift stores and garage sales), from a craft store, or even the hardware store, you could easily replicate these looks. Ashley of Ring My Bell, wearing a Juicy Couture necklace Michael Kors (sold out) Lanvin Spring 2013 Chain […]
DIY Brass Bead Earrings
After making a couple of bracelets with these beads, I still had plenty left over. So I decided to make some earrings. In the process, I learned a couple of new beading techniques. To make these, I used peyote stitch, which is a method of weaving beads together. It’s really not hard at all if […]
Favorite DIY Posts of 2012
I thought I’d end the year with a recap of my favorite DIY posts, just in case you missed any. I did some fun projects in 2012, but I hope to do even more next year! Cat nail decals Polka dot skirt Tiny polymer clay pots Pearled shirt collar Rhinestone spike necklace Studded plaid shirt […]
Getting in the Mood for Fall: Stella Jean
The work of Italian-Haitian designer Stella Jean recently caught my eye on Pinterest, when I came across a pin of the outfit with the pink sweater and plaid skirt (below, on the left). When I clicked through to the rest of the lookbook, I found the mix of colors and patterns really intriguing. And the […]
DIY Idea: Colorful Gems
Big, bold, colorful jewels seem to be here to stay, at least for now. I’m working on my own DIY versions using vintage jewelry, paint, and glue. Lulu Frost for J.Crew resin and marcasite earrings, navette earrings, crystal petal bracelet, necklace, resin and marcasite bracelet Tom Binns cuff Fulham cabochon earrings Erickson Beamon earrings Tom […]