Can you believe the first day of winter is right around the corner? While I’m more of a summer & autumn lady, I love the whimsical elements of the season. I recently whipped up a few pearl snowflakes using materials I already had on hand. The supplies are quite standard; it’s all about the technique …
Take a festive spin on the marbling trend with red and white oven-bake clay! Paired with strands of chunky curb chain, you’ll have an accessory that will coordinate with your favorite holiday ensembles. Click here for my full tutorial on eHow Style’s blog.
This project has been sitting in the back of my mind for years. I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect lamp — a rectangular lucite type of lamp — to decoupage negatives on. Unfortunately, I haven’t had any luck, so I decided to try it out on a lantern. Admittedly, I think I like this concept so much more. To …
Bust Magazine recently shared a list titled “A Pinterest Christmas: 12 DIY Gifts That Cost Less Then Your Rent” — two of my DIY’s, the Metallic Brushed Purse for eHow and the Metallic Lace Bracelets for Verily Magazine made the cut! Click here to check out the full run down.
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 …
Make these ornaments for the holiday season, then use them all year round! My Metallic Brushed Clay Feather Ornaments will add that sparkling touch beyond the holiday festivities. Click here for the tutorial, exclusively at Darice Crafts’ blog.
A few years ago, I was a DIY contributor at We Heart This. As of yesterday, I’m back on the team! Click here to check my (second) first project, a set of Embellished Candle Holders. Perfect for gift giving during the holidays. I’m especially loving the twig holder in the middle.
Looking for an easy and inexpensive project to make during the holiday weekend? Head over to eHow’s Style blog for my latest tutorial, an Oversized Thread Tassel Necklace. Embroidery thread is about 35 cents a skein, and you’ll only need half for this DIY; not bad for a budget-friendly project!
If you follow me on social media, you’ve probably caught a glimpse of the greeting cards that I regularly create and donate to the Elderly Nutrition Program. The organization provides card donations for local underprivileged elders who aren’t able to afford greeting cards and gifts, but would like to give them to friends and family. …
Cozy up with a pair of Faux-Buttoned Sweater Leg Warmers with my exclusive eHow tutorial. This project utilizes the sleeves from an old sweater and a few simple hand-stitches. Enjoy!
Haruka Sakaguchi and I recently teamed up to bring you a posh & pretty project for Verily Magazine. This DIY was inspired by a $98 pair of gloves found at Urban Outfitters; our handmade version cost less than $30 to make! Click on over to Verily to learn how to make it.
