Surprise: I’m a sucker for embroidery and plants. Extra points for DIY plant projects. Together, these concepts are basically a dream come true. My project in the newest issue of Altered Couture is the perfect example. Iron-on transfers, vintage flowers, and a scattering of embroidered details. Yes please. The issue hits Michaels tomorrow, so be sure …
Next time you’re at Michaels – which will be soon, if you’re anything like me – check out the Summer 2017 issue of Altered Couture, a publication by Stampington & Company. This issue’s got a Botanical Leather Jacket DIY by yours truly! I made this piece exclusively for Altered Couture, and I wear it so much. Would …
Wild Amor has a new look! The layout is designed to incorporate a shop featuring an upcoming jewelry line of the same name. I started developing this collection back in May 2015, so I’m stoked to finally get it out there. Stay tuned. xx
Somehow, this website (formerly Studs & Pearls) is now six years old. SIX! It’s been a whirlwind of a couple years and I wouldn’t want it any other way. I’ve met some of closest friends because of this blog. And while I certainly don’t have “it” all figured out (does anyone at 28? Or any …
If you’re in the Bay Area, swing by Chronicle Book’s warehouse sale for 80% (?!?!?) off tons of amazingly creative publications. My book, Studs & Pearls, will be there in the mix! The event runs from today, December 9 until December 11, from 9 AM to 7 PM (680 2nd Street). Check out the Facebook event …
Bay Area babes, come hang with WorkshopSF, Far Tea Leaves, and myself on Sunday, December 6! I’ll be the teacher’s assistant for a rad DIY tea brewing class taught by the folks at Far Tea Leaves. You’ll learn how to make your own delicious homemade tea, just in time for holiday gift giving and hot toddies. …
Czech readers, pick up the April 2015 issue of Cosmopolitan for a quick and easy infinity wire necklace. This one is perfect for using up a leftover scrap of wire, too!
Awesome news…Studs & Pearls has been spotted at a couple Urban Outfitters locations! The book was listed on Urban Outfitters’ website not too long ago, but I didn’t realize it would be in stores as well. I would imagine that the book selection differs from store to store, but above are two snap shots of my …
If you’re in the Philippines, check out the latest August 2014 issue of Candy Magazine for a headband DIY by yours truly, on page 85. Though I was born and raised in New York, I am 100% Filipino and have visited many times during my childhood. My cousins and I grew up reading Candy Magazine …
So extremely excited to announce that Stiebner will be releasing a German edition of Studs & Pearls this September 2014! The content of this version is exactly the same, but the title and cover are different. The title and sub-title translate to “Fashion Design Yourself: Creative Ideas for Individual Fashion”. You can check out the …
Studs & Pearls has some coverage over at the Barcelona-based fashion website, it fashion. Click here to read the article. xx K
