This necklace project is the perfect excuse to use up leftover chain and frolic around Brooklyn parks in a tutu…right? Right. 😉 Supplies: – Strands of chain…lots of it! * – 10-12mm Jump Rings (2) – Jewelry Clasp – 3-in-1 Jewelry Pliers – Spike Charms (3) – 8mm Jump Rings (3) * For a dynamic …
When it comes to design, I love simple statement elements that make an impact. This holds true for absolutely anything; I’m talking everything from altered art to drawing to DIY. For this project, I used basic grosgrain ribbon to create a Strappy Layering Bra, creating a serious “oomph” factor for an otherwise plain top. It’s …
If you’re a fan of Kate Spade, you’ll love my latest DIY for eHow. These Metallic Knot Stud Earrings are inspired by a pair of Kate Spade studs, but are made using oven bake clay and metallic spray paint. They’re quirky, fun, and are simple while making a statement. Click here for the …
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!
As if you needed another reason to get into the autumn spirit… check out my latest eHow DIY, a Leather Leaf Charm Necklace. I love how easy it is to customize and personalize with odds n’ ends from your stash. Click here for the tutorial!
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 …
My latest DIY for Darice Crafts’ blog, Live. Craft. Love., is a Feather Fringe Necklace – the perfect layering accessory for the fall (or any time of the year, for that matter). The silver feather charms are lightweight and compliment the gunmetal finish of the chain. Click here to check out the tutorial!
