Here’s a quick and easy clothing reconstruction, ideal for a weekend afternoon! My latest Chain Strap Tank Top DIY over at eHow Style is a great way to re-purpose a basic tank top. Click here to check it out. Xo, Kirsten
Category: clothing
DIY Watermelon Shorts
What says summer more than colorful fruits?…Fruit-inspired shorts, obviously. I’m kind of in love with these. See how I made them below so you can make a pair for yourself, too! Supplies: – Red shorts* – Black and green fabric paint (or acrylic paint & fabric medium) – Foam brush – Thin paintbrush – …
eHow DIY: No Sew Patchwork Jeans
Photo Credits: Polyvore.com, TheOutnet.com From Isabel Marant to Michael Kors (left and right, respectively) – patchwork jeans have been spotted everywhere lately. I love the offbeat, artsy vibe to them, along with the different ways one can style a pair depending on their personal taste and preference. One of my latest projects …
DIY: Stars & Stripes Denim Shorts
I know we all say this every month, but this year is seriously flying by. Is it really nearing the end of June already? I remember NYE like it was yesterday. In preparation for this summer’s festivities, I whipped up a quick and easy Independence Day themed project for those of you in America. You’ll …
DIY: Floral Patchwork Denim Vest
Last month, I shared an Urban Renewal Floral Denim Vest that I found on Urban Outfitters’ website, retailing for $79. You can find the “dash of inspiration” post here. I happen to have a TON of floral fabric scraps (and fabric scraps in general, but that’s another story) so it inspired me to re-purpose them. …
DIY: Crossed-Out Studded Denim Jacket
If you’ve been following along for a while, you know that I can’t resist a good upcycled denim jacket (or vest). This time around, I thought playing around with the actual graphic and cutting it would create an interesting visual. The painted stripes were actually a really last minute idea, and they’re totally optional. I’m loving …
diy: Faux Stud Pocket Tee
If you haven’t already noticed, I’m all about “faux” projects…there’s something about the sheer cleverness of one thing emulating something else. For example… – Faux Cross Stitch Rose Sweatshirt – Faux Spool Candle – Faux Braided Bangle Bracelet – Faux Ring Gloves Ironically, the tights that I’m wearing in this post are faux garter tights …
DIY Cross Stitch Rose Sweatshirt
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 …
DIY: Cut Out Denim Vest
If you’ve been following s&p for a while, you know denim vests (and jackets) are some of my favorite projects to work on. They’re such versatile garments… perfect for those lukewarm summer months, spring and autumn days, and layering in the winter. Most of my past denim vest/jacket tutorials involve fabric directly on top of the …
DIY: Off-the-Shoulder Top (from a long sleeve shirt)
I know, I know…New York just had a snow storm, and I’m over here making summer tops. Something tells me that I’m ready for the cold weather to be done. I still have a couple winter DIY’s brewing for the next few months – but when I thought of this idea, I was too excited …
DIY: Chevron Studded Jacket
It’s kind of funny how some projects work out. The alternating dome and pyramid studs on this jacket wasn’t my original plan — but I’m so glad it became a plan. I actually didn’t have enough of either style to make 5 rows on both sleeves. But then I thought, why not combine the two? I think …