Concrete is one of those materials that we see every day, so it’s easy to take it for granted. Most of us literally walk on it on a daily basis. But its DIY potential never struck me until recently, when I came across some cool concrete projects. Here are some of those projects, plus some […]
Sunday Street Style
Socks with sandals, perfectly cropped pants, and pompom hats all sound pretty reasonable, but in reality they’re difficult to do right. Especially the socks with sandals. I’ve never been able to manage that. But somehow these ladies pulled off those styling feats–I think I need to take notes. Top row: Vanessa Jackman, The Locals Middle […]
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 […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Plant Lover
It seems like nearly everyone must have someone in her life who loves (or at least appreciates) plants. I know I certainly do–my mom’s love of gardening is legendary in my family, and my siblings and I now have gardens and plants of our own. Indoor plants can help purify the air and make a […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Stylish Lady
One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is putting together my DIY gift guides. In my efforts to find cool (but relatively easy) tutorials, I get to look at tons of craft projects. Some are new ones I discover, and others are projects I’ve seen before but had forgotten about. By the time […]