Lately I’ve been trying to figure out how to organize my jewelry and accessories. Right now everything is packed away in various boxes, and I’d like to find a semi-temporary solution so I can access everything again. This is tough, because I have quite a collection (mostly vintage, thrifted, or handmade), but if I can’t […]
DIY Glitter Star Hairpin and Headband
I’ve seen multiple cute internet ladies rocking glittery stars in their hair, so I decided to make my own version of this trend. It seems like the perfect accessory for all of the holiday parties and celebrations coming up! Materials: Sheet of glitter paper (it’s thicker, like paperboard, and is available at larger craft and […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Fashionista (Part 3)
If you’re still in need of DIY gift ideas, here are ten more things you can make for the fashion-lover in your life. There’s still plenty of time to get crafting! 1. Net Bag 2. Celtic Knot Necklace 3. Crochet Bow Headband 4. Pearl Collar 5. Neon Satchel 6. Spike Hair Comb 7. Studded Ballet […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Nester
These are gift ideas for the person in your life who dotes on their living space and loves to decorate. Their home may be impeccable, or a work in progress, but they’re clearly settling down and nesting, and these gifts will help them feather their nest just a bit. 1. Nautilus Terrarium 2. Leather Pinecone […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Fashionista (Part 2)
Since the holidays are fast-approaching, I thought I’d do a gift guide series. But instead of rounding up items to purchase, I decided to compile lists of relatively easy things to make for the various types of people in your life. Got any requests? Leave me a comment! 1. Ombre-Dyed Tote Bag 2. Chunky Pearl […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Techie
Since the holidays are fast-approaching, I thought I’d do a gift guide series. But instead of rounding up items to purchase, I decided to compile lists of relatively easy things to make for the various types of people in your life. Got any requests? Leave me a comment! You know the type–they always have the […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Foodie
Since the holidays are fast-approaching, I thought I’d do a gift guide series. But instead of rounding up items to purchase, I decided to compile lists of relatively easy things to make for the various types of people in your life. Got any requests? Leave me a comment! Everybody likes eating (that’s what Thanksgiving is […]
Spiky Crystal Ring
Pamela Love makes the coolest jewelry, but with the cool comes a hefty price tag. So I decided to make my own version of her spiky metal crystal jewelry, in the form of a big cocktail ring. Materials: Small crystals (mine are diamatina “laser wands,” from here and are each 3/4- to 1-inch long) Ring […]
DIY Gift Guide: For the Fashionista (Part 1)
Since the holidays are fast-approaching, I thought I’d do a gift guide series. But instead of rounding up items to purchase, I decided to compile lists of relatively easy things to make for the various types of people in your life. Got any requests? Leave me a comment! Whether it’s your best friend, mom, or […]