A little re-purposing can really go a long way. Many of you know that I love projects that use simple, used materials to make statement pieces. This is a great beginner’s sewing/DIY tutorial, too! Learn how I made this clutch from an old pair of leather pants, below: Supplies: – Leather or Faux …
With Halloween right around my corner (my favorite holiday!), I couldn’t help but make this Beaded Wire Cat Ear Headband for my latest eHow project. Click here to learn how to make it!
Here’s a little quick n’ easy DIY pick-me-up for the fall season. You can use this idea to add a little life to a hat you already own, turning it into an entirely “new” accessory for the season. The best part (and my favorite part of such projects) is that you can easily replace or …
Brides-to-be, check out my latest DIY with Verily Magazine: a customized, handmade Embellished Wedding Sash. Extremely easy to make and perfect for the bride on a budget! Click here to read the tutorial, and click here to check out my other articles created just for Verily.
Would you believe me if I said that the faux fur pom-pom on this beanie was handmade… and detachable? All you need is a circle of faux fur fabric, a needle, and thread. Add some glue and a pin back, and you have yourself a removable pom-pom. Because you know we all like options. …
I’ve been head over heels for all-metal statement jewelry, lately… especially tarnished silver, gunmetal and brass. I came up with this idea when trying to find a use for my massive collection of chains; I love the waterfall look that the chain creates when worn. It also looks a lot more complicated than it really …
If you’re anything like me, you own quite the collection of fabric scraps and remnants. And if you’re really like me, you like to put them to good use. So, for this week’s project, I put a spin on a pair of well-loved, black denim jeans with a few plaid flannel scraps. My finished project cost next …
Visit VerilyMag.com for a Metallic Lace Bracelet tutorial, created by yours truly! I have a (big) soft spot for metallics. Naturally, I’m loving this one. Click here to check out the tutorial. Photographs are by Haraka Sakaguchi. xo
Because everyone needs a little bling in their life… even if you’re not the glitzy, glam type. Keep reading to check out the how-to! Supplies: – 6 Rhinestone Connector Beads – 10 Small Beads (Color/style is totally up to you) – Chain – Key Chain Ring – Craft Wire (Anywhere from 16-24 gauge depending on …
With fall well on it’s way, I can’t stop thinking about projects made for layering. My latest eHow project is perfect for just that; check out my Lace Back Panel Button Down Shirt tutorial at the eHow blog.
Happy Monday! Here’s a quick and easy DIY to start off your week. Supplies: – Fabric Stiffener – Gold Metallic Spray Paint – Length of Lace Trim (anywhere from 8-10 inches/20-25 centimeters or more) – Foam Brush – Scrap Paper/Old Magazine 1) Apply a healthy amount of fabric stiffener to the lace trim. I’d …
