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DIY: Glitter Ombre Dress

My original intention was to share this project last week (see: Sparkle & Fade) but like many creative tasks, it’s not unlikely to run into a bump or two. I would rather take my time and do something right – instead of rushing it – so I decided to wait until the beginning of the …

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DIY: Stenciled Leather Jacket

A few months ago, I was wandering around Williamsburg with my good friend Abby. We stopped by Buffalo Exchange and I scored a Club Monaco leather jacket (and she found practically new Banana Republic jeans!). I have yet to start using it, mainly because I felt like it could use that extra something. I decided …

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DIY: Pearl Beanie

Equal parts edgy and sweet, I’m head over heels in love with this week’s DIY! The pearl flat backs – which I found in the Scrapbook section of Michael’s – add a feminine touch to this maroon Men’s beanie I picked up at Target. Inspired by the classic vibe of pearl details, I knew I …

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DIY: Paint Palette Purse (Chanel Inspired)

Last week, I shared some runway inspiration from Chanel. The most recent SS 2014 show showcased art inspired, paint palette prints with some major statement pieces. Here’s a peek at the inspiration! Keep reading to see the how-to: Supplies: – Flat panel purse – Acrylic paint…lots of it!! (I opted for a general rainbow theme, …

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diy do over: Painted Floral Wallet

Remember the Painted Floral Purse from this past February? I used the same method (painting inspired by brush embroidery, a cookie/cake decorating technique) to give a little life to a plain black leather Barneys New York wallet. Love how the turquoise pops against the black. Then again, I love turquoise + black anything – if …

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diy: Fringe Strap Purse

Fringe is a perfect touch during any time of the year, but I happen to love it even more during the summer and fall. Once a trend, fringe has become a staple in fashion. This quick and easy tutorial is great for incorporating a flirty vibe to a simple purse – keep reading for the …

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DIY: Bandanna Plaid Shirt

Now that it’s officially fall, it’s time for some flannel projects! This one was inspired by a shirt I spotted on Free People’s website; I happened to have everything I needed to recreate it, so of course I went right to it. This is a great project for those of you learning how to sew, too. …

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diy: Ribbon Pleated Skirt

This week’s DIY inspiration is all about pleats! On skirts, of course. Now that summer is wrapping up and autumn is well on it’s way, I figured one last skirt project was more than necessary.  As usual, this DIY looks a little more complicated than it actually is. It’s a no sew project, unless you …

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DIY: Embellished Backpack

The most recent DIY inspiration post featured embellished backpacks – perfect for toting around your belongings when you’re traveling, at a festival or heading to work. Not to mention, they’re better for your back and posture, too; the weight is evenly spread across your body, instead of concentrating on just one shoulder or hand.   Like quite …

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diy: Scalloped Sunglasses

A couple days ago, I posted some photos featuring this week’s inspiration: scalloped prints! I love scalloped details because of the hint of femininity it can add to any outfit. For this week’s DIY, I upgraded a plain jane pair of sunglasses with a scalloped pattern. The steps are so simple that you might even …

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