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DIY: Metallic Wrap Maxi Skirt

This time of the year is perfect for everything metallic, shiny, and glittery. I recently whipped up this skirt just in time for NYE, but I’ll probably be bringing it out for many dinner parties throughout the year. I’m in love with the liquid-y metal look of this jersey. Want to make it, too? Follow …

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DIY: Chevron Trio Necklace

Chevron, suede, studs, metallic…these are a few of my favorite things. I love statement designs that are bold and simple. This project uses scrap leather and a few embellishments to create an eye-catching necklace. Follow along with the tutorial below:    Supplies: Scrap suede  Leather hole punch 1-inch bugle beads (I used Darice Bugle Beads …

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DIY: Marbled Low Tops

Marbling is everywhere lately; this is one trend I can get behind. Today’s marbling techniques often use nail polish, but I remember the chalk shaving method that I learned in 4th grade. I was part of the after-school Art Club (surprise, surprise) and I vividly remmeber using chalk to create marbled paper. And I loved …

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DIY: Studded Sweater Leg Warmers

One of my favorite parts about do-it-yourself is the ability to use something in more than one way. I love taking an item, material or technique and adding an unconventional spin. Admittedly, some of the less quirky & unadventurous types might raise a brow…but who cares?! An “intended purpose” is a concept created by the …

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