When Wild Amor launched in 2010 as Studs & Pearls, my main focus was designer-inspired DIY projects. Most of the tutorials were based off of high-end items, but basically anything store-bought was fair game. It was the peak of the DIY blog movement, and designer hacks were all the rage! These days, I’ve broadened the …
Creating DIY versions of designer pieces is one of my favorite things to do. It’s an awesome way to push your imagination to use supplies and materials that are affordable and accessible. I’m all about it. My latest designer-inspired creation can be found on eHow. This time around, I snagged some inspiration from a $320 …
I can’t be the only one who has her mind set on growing up to be a crafty badass grandma. You know… life goals and what not. Obviously, buttons aren’t just for grandmas. But when most craft projects feature said buttons in cutesy, traditional ways, it can be difficult to find new ways to use those …
This week’s DIY is inspired by the Rodarte Gold Padlock Chain Necklace! I could have sworn I saw a rhinestone version floating around – which is why this project made it to my “to do list” to begin with – but can’t seem to find it. So here’s this one instead: Rodarte Gold Padlock Chain …
For this designer inspired DIY, I opted to use some pretty, floral tooled pleather I’ve had for quite some time – along with some wood shank buttons – for a more natural, bohemian look. Of course, you can use any kind of pleather/leather you’d like! Carly Cuff by Julie K. HandbagsCoutureCandy.com$62 Supplies:– Leather/pleather of your …
In 2010, this blog started out as a DIY fashion blog that channeled inspiration from designer items. As time went on, I began to share my love for everything DIY – not just fashion projects. Yet, I’m all for kicking it “old school” and replicating designer projects on the cheap. For my newest project at …
I’ve always been a sucker for homemade versions of store-bought brands and foods. In a way, it’s a lot like DIY projects inspired by high-end designers. You have all the room in the world for customization — a concept that I’ve always loved. So, in true autumn spirit, I recently whipped up a batch of nut-friendly Reese’s …
Music festival season is in full force, doubling as prime time to get making and crafting. I’ve been an avid show goer for many, many years; tiny shows in dive bars and basements are some of my favorite things. Yet, I can’t deny the awesomeness of a day-long (or weekend-long) event all about the tunes. …
Here’s another designer-inspired project to keep your creative week going. This one is at eHow and inspired by a $125 Aurélie Bidermann piece. Thanks to an inexpensive Etsy purchase and a couple skeins of embroidery thread, you can make a similar piece for SO much less. Find the DIY, here! xx K
Studs & Pearls has been around for quite some time. This blog turns 4 years old on July 15, 2014 – less than a week from today! S&P hasn’t always been the way it is now; there was a lot of growing, exploring and trial and error along the way. Even after all this time, …
The creative thought process never ceases to intrigue me. When it comes to creating DIY projects, it’s interesting how it can go both ways; usually, I make the project then find other components to style it with. Sometimes, it’s the other way around. I’ll have an item, and create something to specifically style with …
