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 …
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 …
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
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 …
The painted rhinestone jewelry by Tom Binns have caused quite the stir – I’m sure you’ve seen the painted rhinestone necklaces on other DIY fashion blogs. When I saw his jewelry on Net-A-Porter, I knew I that my leftover rhinestone trim from M&J trimming would be perfect for some earring versions! Jenni at I Spy …
This DIY starts off pretty crazy – but I promise the finished piece is way cooler! You might even have all of the supplies already…except the rubber snake. If you’re into accessories of any kind, I’m sure you’ve noticed the snake trend going on in rings, bracelets, necklaces, etc. It’s been around for a while, …
All I can say about this DIY is: love love LOVE. It’s a redo of the first two eyeglass case clutches I made last year (here and here), but this one is my favorite by far. The general shape and build is inspired by the Alexander McQueen clutches, even though eyeglass/sunglass cases obviously weren’t used …
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 …
