tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79161284667392346562024-03-05T01:20:21.471-08:00Keep Calm & Do It YourselfAnything & Everything DIYKeep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.comBlogger153125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-70207216149322113542013-06-03T18:23:00.003-07:002013-06-03T18:23:51.647-07:00I'M INTERNING IN NEW YORK CITYYYYYY! :)Hello everyone!<br />
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I know it's been wayyyyy too long since I've last posted. I was finishing up my BFA degree in Textile Design! I graduated on May 11 and was frantically searching for a job/internship <i>anywhere</i> I could find one.<br />
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I'm the luckiest person ever. I got a dream internship, in a dream location, it's full time, AND IT'S PAID! I wouldn't be able to afford NY if it wasn't paid. I just feel totally blessed and also super accomplished that my degree is actually taking me places :)<br />
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Today was my first day and I am working as the Fabric Intern for Coldwater Creek's New York Design Corporate Office in SOHO! :) Everyone is super nice and the space the absolutely stunning.<br />
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I hope to start blogging more at night since I won't really have "homework" or "projects" to do outside of class anymore. Yay for officially being done with my BFA! I'm not done with school though... I plan on going back in a few years to get my Masters somewhere in probably Apparel Design.<br />
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I hope everyone's doing great!<br />
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Kelsey<br />
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ps: I'm on my Pinterest more than anything and have specific DIY boards for lots of categories! :)Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-20841280365165796422012-12-24T14:58:00.000-08:002012-12-24T14:58:48.391-08:00DIY Torn Cross Denim Jacket // TUTORIAL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Used to be available at <a href="http://shopnastygal.com/" target="_blank">NastyGal</a></div>
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- a denim jacket that you are willing to sacrifice</div>
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- an exacto knife (possibly extra blades)</div>
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- disappearing fabric ink marker</div>
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- tweezers</div>
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- sand paper (<i>optional</i>)</div>
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- dremel (<i>optional</i>)</div>
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1. draw the shape you want to look destroyed on the back of your jacket with the fabric marker. The example above is a cross. Don't pick anything too complicated because it will get hard to recognize the more the shape is destroyed/distressed.</div>
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2. start slashing <u>horizontally</u> from one side of the shape to another.</div>
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3. if you do like an inch at a time, you can pull out the individual blue threads (the weft) with tweezers.</div>
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4. if you have a dremel, use the sand paper attachment to sand away the weft (blue threads) slowly not to rip the warp threads (white threads).</div>
5. roughen up the edges with sand paper if you want a more distressed look.<br />
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<b>Boom! You have an edgy new jacket that's uniquely yours!</b></div>
Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-64244217854622620992012-12-24T12:03:00.003-08:002012-12-24T12:03:51.912-08:00DIY Striped Sweater<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Supplies:</b></div>
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- a sweater you want to jazz up</div>
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- fabric paint (not acrylic, fabric is more flexible)</div>
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- foam brush or paint brush</div>
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- painters tape</div>
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- iron</div>
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- tpins (or sewing pins)</div>
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- newspaper</div>
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- a flat surface to pin your fabric to/work on</div>
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- blow dryer (optional)</div>
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1. prep your workspace with newspaper so you don't get your paint anywhere. </div>
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2. pin down your shirt so it's slightly stretched. pin the arms down next to the shirt if you want the stripes to continue in the same place. </div>
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3. put newspaper in between the shirt layers so the paint doesn't bleed through.</div>
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4. tape off your stripes the thickness you want. use your iron to press down the tape for a crisp line.</div>
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5. paint on your fabric paint in thin layers. if you paint it on too thick it will feel weird when you wear your sweater again. </div>
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6. let it dry completely before you flip it over to paint the other side.</div>
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7. once you've painted both sides and let both dry completely, remove the tape. </div>
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8. most fabric paint requires heat setting put your iron in between the layers to iron the back side of each stripe for the time that it recommends on the bottle. usually it's 2-3 minutes. </div>
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<b>Boom! Rockin new comfy sweater for the winter weather! </b></div>
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ps: this would be super cute if done with metallic for those holiday parties! also neon for that nude/neon trend!</div>
<br />Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-74614916089902123882012-12-24T10:35:00.001-08:002012-12-24T10:35:04.114-08:00Sorry I've Been M.I.A.!Hello everyone,<br />
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I'm not sure if anyone has noticed that I've been gone, but I definitely have been. Which I feel super bad about by the way.<br />
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In case you didn't know, it's my senior year in college and I've been a little busy. And by a little I mean I've become accustom to sleeping in my studio rather than going back to my apartment. Anyway, I only have one semester left and I will be a free woman!<br />
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This next semester should be a little less busy and stressful which is great because then I can have at least some free time to dedicate to things I love, like my blog :)<br />
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I will be revamping it very soon, so be on the lookout for some new stuff and a new look :)<br />
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<3 KelseyKeep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-88517521384821350682012-09-11T12:52:00.001-07:002012-09-11T12:52:26.069-07:00DIY Shredded TeeI keep coming across these crazy expensive t-shirts lately!<br />
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The one I discovered today was from NastyGal.com. One of my favorite places to buy clothes, but sometimes I swear the designers they feature are a complete rip off!<br />
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<a href="http://www.nastygal.com/vintage/shred-head-tee" target="_blank">Shredded Tee</a> - <b>$78.00</b><br />
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- cheapo t-shirt from wal-mart</div>
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(you can get a 5 pack in the mens section for like $7)</div>
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- scissors/shears or rotary cutters</div>
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- ruler or measuring tape if you wanna get fancy</div>
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- fabric pen or just wing it</div>
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<b>Directions:</b></div>
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<b>1. </b>lay your tshirt out flat on the floor. iron it down if your are a perfectionist. </div>
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<b>2. </b>measure out where you want your slits and how many rows of sits you want. the shirt above has 4 on the main shirt and then an extra one on the sleeves. have fun with it. you can do smaller slits if you so choose!</div>
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<b>3. </b>start cutting! in the shirt above, it looks as though they short-cutted it by doing both the front and back at the same time. notice where the front stops by the neck and where it ends on the back (it's lower down on the back because that's where they stopped on the front. It's also quicker this way if you have a rotary cutter or sharp shears. </div>
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<b> Rock your new shirt at the beach or to the pool while the weather still permits!</b></div>
<b><br /></b>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-4523220652634429372012-07-06T00:40:00.003-07:002012-07-06T00:40:32.626-07:00Knock Off Alert // Jeffrey Campbell ViciousI'm sure all of you Jeffrey Campbell fans out there have seen the Vicious shoe and all it's gloriousness!<br />
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It's heel-less.<br />
It's spiked.<br />
It's neon pink.<br />
<i>It's basically a sin not to buy it. </i><br />
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Unfortunately, not all of us can afford a $209.95 pair of shoes. Even if they are the greatest thing since Skinny Girl's Cosmopolitans.<br />
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Unless you are like me and save up for the perfect Jeffrey Campbell shoe, I found a knock-off!<br />
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I'm not sure about how most of you feel about knock-offs, but in case you really want this shoe and you don't care about brand name, I found a knock-off with a price that is way more reasonable!<br />
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<b>Jeffrey Campbell Vicious - $209.95 - can be found <a href="http://beta.solestruck.com/jeffrey-campbell-vicious-black-fuchsia-neoprene/index.html" target="_blank">here</a>!</b><br />
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<b>Darea Studded Inward Curve Wedges - </b><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 16px; white-space: nowrap;"><b>£45.99 -</b> <b>can be found <a href="http://www.missguided.co.uk/darea-studded-inward-curve-wedges" target="_blank">here</a>!</b></span></div>
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How do all of my readers feel about knock-offs? Is this shoe blatantly knocking off Jeffrey Campbell? Or is it more of the new style of "in" shoe and this other company just liked the mix of neon pink and black with silver spikes/studs?</div>
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I'd really appreciate your input! :)</div>
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<b><br /></b>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-40211429674290407992012-05-25T21:10:00.000-07:002012-05-25T21:10:43.257-07:00DIY BLEACHED AMERICAN FLAG DENIM<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Denim like this has been popping up all over lately and stores are charging outrageous prices for something that all of you at home could DIY very quickly and easily with supplies that you probably already have lying around! Read on for the how-to!</div>
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<a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23297278" target="_blank">American Flag Jeans - $68.00</a></div>
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<b>Supplies:</b></div>
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- pair of jeans</div>
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- water to dilute the bleach</div>
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- sponge brush</div>
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- bowl to put diluted bleach in</div>
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- a ventilated place to work</div>
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- tape (painters tape or masking tape works best)</div>
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- iron</div>
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- cardboard (cereal boxes are easy to work with)</div>
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- some way to make a star (sponge stamp or stencil) </div>
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<b>1. </b>first you need to set up your work area. lay out your jeans on a nice flat surface. place the cardboard in between the 2 layers of denim inside the jeans so the bleach doesn't bleed through to the other side randomly. dilute your bleach with water in a bowl. don't dilute it too much. check bottle for diluting instructions.</div>
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<b>2. </b>tape away stripes down 1 half of the jeans. to make sure it's a very crisp line, iron over the tape with an iron (no steam). this just melts the sticky stuff on the tape a little more so it makes the seal better)</div>
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<b>3. </b>use your sponge brush to fill in the stripes between the tape.</div>
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<b>4. </b>figure out how you will do the stars. i would say a sticky stencil of some sort so you can get crisp edges. if it is a sticky stencil that you use, remember to also iron it down so you can get the same crisp edges as the tape! :) fill in with the bleach. </div>
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<b>5. </b>i would let this sit over night. if it's not working as well as you'd hoped. add more bleach with less dilution. let sit again over night. </div>
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<b>6. </b>carefully remove the stencils/tape that you used and hand rinse the bleach off. wash by itself in a washer (or wait to do a whole load of hand bleached things so you don't accidentally bleach things you wouldn't otherwise want bleached).</div>
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<b>BOOM! you have a custom pair of flag jeans! :)</b></div>
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<br />Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-81255152597453824792012-05-17T19:12:00.002-07:002012-05-17T19:12:50.753-07:00I JUST PRE-ORDERED THE NEON PINK JEFFREY CAMPBELL LITAS! :DAnd I've basically been doing a happy dance all day!!<br />
I've been waiting for these shoes for about 7 months now. They've been SOLD OUT since I found them and basically on back-order this whole time.....<br />
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WELL HAPPY 21ST BIRTHDAY TO ME!!!!<br />
Well...not until June 4th.....<br />
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But I treated myself to these :) I already have the basic black ones (which I could practically live in if I wanted) so I really needed to get me some statement ones. I almost spent like over $200 (with shipping) for the rare leopard print and black leather ones that are only available in the UK...thank god I checked one last time at solestruck!<br />
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I can't wait to rock these on my 21st since my barcrawl theme is neon! :) These are so me!<br />
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I always love it when I see totally DIYable stuff instantly on the runway. These bags from Jil Sander fw 2012 are super easy to make!</div>
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Image courtesy of <a href="http://rodeo.net/gustav/2012/01/23/paper-bags/">Rodeo</a>.</div>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-71000813367000365922012-04-25T11:53:00.000-07:002012-04-27T16:07:17.356-07:00DIY Balmain Denim Jacket // TUTORIAL<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's finally here! My <b>first ever</b> <u>full tutorial</u>!!!! :)</span></div>
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I hope you all are excited because I worked very hard on this jacket and how-to so all of you can have awesome statement jackets like me! </div>
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Remember: This is just how I interpreted Balmain's style. Please just use this as inspiration and make your own awesome, one-of-a-kind jacket! :)</div>
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- pliers (needle nose preferably)</div>
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- lots and lots of various studs and spikes</div>
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- various safety pins</div>
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- paint (metallic looks sweet on dark denim)</div>
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- a denim jacket to makeover</div>
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1. Here's my denim jacket that I will be giving a makeover. I got it from goodwill for like $5.</div>
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I laid it out on a table to see what I had to work with. It's good to plan in advance kind of what you'd like to do to your jacket because sometimes after a certain point it becomes very difficult to go back. </div>
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2. I decided to cut out the yolk of the jacket. Cut it out nicely and very close to the inside of the seam so you have a good template for the next step if you choose to replace it with another fabric.</div>
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3. Take the yolk you cut out and lay it over your replacement fabric. I used lace. I just pinned mine to it and trimmed around it, leaving about half an inch on each side so I would have more than enough to later attach it back onto the jacket.</div>
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4. Un-pin the old yolk from the new yolk. I then pinned my new yolk (the lace) to the underside of the denim jacket so it would look flush with the jacket. This part was rather tricky.</div>
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5. After you have pinned the new yolk to your jacket, now is time for the somewhat challenging part -- sewing the dang thing. Because this was lace that had a little stretch in it and again, the fact that it was lace, I set my stitch to a <b>very tight zig-zag.</b> After all this work, I didn't' want that lace to go anywhere. I used black thread that was unnoticeable on the other side of my denim jacket. You may want to do a test stitch to check how visible the stitch is on the other side if you have a lighter wash denim. </div>
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<b>Finished yolk :)</b></div>
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6. I then studded around the yolk. The seams here are usually very thick so I used an xacto knife to push through so the stud would stay secure to the jacket.</div>
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7. I knew the back of my jacket would be my focal point. I grabbed some extra news paper and laid it over the back of my jacket. I traced/eye balled what the 2 side panels would look like. I then cut out that template.</div>
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8. I then laid out that template and traced it twice onto my leopard print fabric with a metallic sharpie. I again added about half an inch to each side for later hemming. I only did this because my fabric frays. If yours does not fray, feel free to skip this step.</div>
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9. I hemmed these panels with my sewing machine using a zig-zag stitch. Again, I only did this because my fabric frays. Skip this step if your fabric is awesome and you do not need to do this.</div>
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10. I then used a straight stitch to attach these panels to the jacket. You could use a zig-zag stitch if you wanted. </div>
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11. At the same time on the front of the jacket, I used a seam ripper to take off one of the pockets. I then used that pocket as a template and traced it onto the leopard print fabric. I left a seam allowance to hem it. I then pinned it to where the old pocket used to be and sewed it using a straight stitch.</div>
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12. I decided to somehow put my logo on my jacket. It could have been the exact thing, but I decided to abstract it -- with safety pins :)</div>
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13. I then played around with different sized safety pins and how I would like to conquer this crown so it looked like a crown. I succeeded!!! :)</div>
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14. Remember what I did for the back panels of the jacket? I did the same thing for one of the front panels. I eye-balled it, traced it, cut out the template, traced that template onto my fabric leaving a half inch on each side, hemmed it, pinned it to my fabric, then sewed it on using a straight stitch.</div>
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<b>Here is MY final jacket! :)</b></div>
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<br /></div>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-38246132123503841272012-04-08T18:35:00.000-07:002012-04-08T18:35:58.543-07:00I'M GETTING MY OWN APARTMENT!!!Coming up this fall I will be getting my own apartment FINALLY!!!<br />
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You know what this means?<br />
<b>SO MANY APARTMENT DIYS!!!!!</b><br />
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I've been making a list of things that I need to buy, DIY, or already own.<br />
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Here are some DIYs to look out for this summer:<br />
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<b>1. DIY curtains & shower curtains.</b><br />
these will feature a bunch of different surface techniques for you to create completely unique curtains and shower curtains for super cheap!<br />
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<b>2. DIY rugs.</b><br />
these will be for various rooms like bathroom, closet, kitchen, entry way, etc. so they will utilize different materials that suit each specific space!<br />
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<b>3. DIY wall/art pieces.</b><br />
I know a lot of you are looking for ways to not only spice up your wardrobe, but your living space as well! I hope to have <u>a lot</u> of different types of decor DIYs to spice up your walls and such in various rooms where you live!<br />
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<b>4. DIY pillows/throws/comfy things</b><br />
a lot of things i've been inspired by lately are all comfy things like blankets and throws. a lot of them are also super expensive. broke college student here. i have a big need to DIY these for cheeeaaap :)<br />
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<b>If there are any more things you'd like to see me DIY please let me know :)</b>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-989072652180448912012-03-21T11:05:00.001-07:002012-03-21T11:06:02.593-07:00DIY Braided Chain & Embroidery Thread and Nylon Cord NecklaceAs soon as I saw this necklace <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/chain-neon-braided-necklace-adia/vp/v=1/845524441935428.htm?folderID=2534374302024617&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=10917">here on Shopbop.com</a>, I fell in love. I realized I needed to make a tutorial as soon as possible as soon as I saw the price. Read on to see how to make your own!<br />
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<b>$84.00</b> at Shopbop.com<br />
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<img src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/Shopbop/p/pcs/products/adiak/adiak4014610917/adiak4014610917_p1_1-0_347x683.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- embroidery thread in at least 3 different colors<br />
- nylon cord or mouse tail cord (the one above is rainbow)<br />
- small chain<br />
- jewelry pliers or needle nose pliers<br />
- jump rings (bigger ones that you can get all the thread through)<br />
- clasp of some kind<br />
- super glue<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
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1. first you need to make a very long braid twice as long as you want your necklace to be. make this braid a little longer because you can always cut excess off. use whatever 3 colors you wish. the above necklace is made with a braid of blue, yellow, and black. be original and make yours unique :) make sure to tie the ends securely. use a dab of super glue inside the tie for extra hold.<br />
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2. decide how many chains you want. the one above has about 3-4 very small chains side by side then doubled (which makes it appear to be 6-8 chains thick). you could make yours smaller if you don't want as much of a chunky braid.<br />
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3. attach a big jump ring to the clasp. put your chains through the jump ring so the there is equal chain on both sides and it rests on the jump ring in the middle. put the strands together and you should now have a doubled strand.<br />
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4. do the same thing as above in the same jump ring with your braided embroidery thread.<br />
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5. using the middle of the embroidery thread that is in the jump ring, put the nylon thread through that and make it even in the middle and then put the 2 strands together so it's doubled (like the last picture above).<br />
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6. now braid your chain, cord, and thread like you would normally. do this carefully so it's all even and nothing bunches up. this is a very thick braid.<br />
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7.<i> Finishing the braid:</i> As you are about to finish your braid, slip both the embroidery braids through the other (ending) jump ring. then tie the nylon cord around the braid right above the jump ring. then tie around the chain right next to where you tied the braid. use the above last picture for reference (the left side). tie off the nylon cord and use super glue to secure the knot if you think it'll come loose.<br />
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8. let the ends of the braids hang free (like the above necklace) or you can cut them off if you don't like that look. be creative :)<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal">Make it yours, make it unique, make it awesome, make it chic. </div>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-46030886902320744682012-03-20T07:05:00.000-07:002012-03-20T07:05:05.170-07:00DIY Cut Out & Studded Denim JacketBored with all the plain old studding you are seeing everywhere?<br />
Well, I sure am. Especially since it's been a trend for at least a year and it's finally now hitting the midwest and I am officially in need of something a little newer. <br />
Still keeping the studded look, but with a new twist. :)<br />
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<img src="http://data.whicdn.com/images/22719585/tumblr_lymi0jBjlt1qfaftco1_500_large.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- denim jacket (the thicker it is, the better the cut-out shape will be)<br />
- chalk, disappearing fabric pen, or sharpie<br />
- template to trace or you can free hand it<br />
- shears or possibly a rotary cutter<br />
- studs (square, circle, spikes, etc)<br />
- pliers (to help fix the studs)<br />
- <i>(optional) sewing machine & thread</i><br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. lay your denim jacket out as flat as possible<br />
2. draw the pattern you wish to cut out (like a heart or a cross) on the back of the jacket where you'd like it to be. the center will probably look best. <br />
3. carefully cut out the shape using whatever you feel most comfortable with<br />
4. <i>optional: sew along the edges of the cut out about .5" - 1.0" away from where you cut so it won't just continue to fray past a certain point. the more room you leave, the more it will fray.</i><br />
5. border your cut out with studs! They could be spaced a certain way or just right next to each other. <br />
6. boom ya got a fancy new jacket. go rock it the next time you go out! :)Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-51163787847901979832012-03-18T21:16:00.000-07:002012-03-18T21:16:50.388-07:00DIY Distressed & Paint Splattered Denim ShortsI also just found these <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=4911376&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208645&parent_categoryId=208580&pageSize=200">here</a> over at topshop.com for a ridiculous $68.00. <br />
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I know we can make these for way less. Shall we? :)<br />
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<img src="http://media.topshop.com/wcsstore/TopShopUS/images/catalog/05U04BMDT_large.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- denim shorts or pants that you are willing to cut into shorts<br />
- scissors<br />
- sand paper<br />
- exacto knife<br />
- acrylic pant or fabric paint in w/e color you wish<br />
- bleach (optional)<br />
- tarp or outside place that you don't care to get paint on<br />
- paint brush or something to splatter with<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. cut your shorts to the length you want<br />
2. distress with a knife or sand paper<br />
3. lay your tarp down or go outside to where you don't have to worry about dripping paint<br />
4. there are a couple different ways to splatter paint. you can just do it with a paint brush or you can mix it with water and it'll be a little more fluid but it won't be as thick or as opaque on the denim depending on how watery you make it. <br />
5. let one side dry completely then do the other side. <br />
6. (optional) add some bleach effects in some way to give it a better surface quality. either splatter it or dip it. have fun with it and make it yours! :)<br />
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<b>rock your new one of a kind fancy new paint splatter shorts!</b>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-2714712084835581442012-03-18T21:04:00.000-07:002012-03-18T21:04:27.392-07:00DIY Neon Bias Tape Hem Denim ShortsI found these <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=4870559&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208645&parent_categoryId=208580&pageSize=20">here</a> at topshop.com for a ridiculous $64.00<br />
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I think I can do a lot better than that! :)<br />
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<img src="http://media.topshop.com/wcsstore/TopShopUS/images/catalog/05Z80BPNK_large.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- denim shorts or pants that you'd be willing to cut into shorts<br />
- scissors<br />
- sewing machine<br />
- thread (contrasting or matching)<br />
- bias tape in the color you want on the bottom. neon looks sweet!<br />
- measuring tape<br />
- pins<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. cut your denim to your desired length (shorts or pants). try not to fray it.<br />
2. measure out the length you'll need around each leg hole with your measuring tape.<br />
3. cut the bias tape for each leg. <br />
4. pin your bias tape to the bottom of each leg hole. <br />
5. sew it with a sewing machine carefully. <br />
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<b>say hello to some brand new one of a kind shorts!</b><br />
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a pair of these in black with neon accents would look sweet for even a spring/summer casual going out look!Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-54801393994618455522012-03-06T07:23:00.000-08:002012-03-06T07:23:46.696-08:00DIY Dip Dyed Lace Blouse // EXPERTI've also been seeing lace everywhere lately. Whether it be in a blouse or skirt or even trousers (if you can pull those off...more power to ya!) How about spice it up a little bit and dip dye the button up part or maybe even the top of the skirt or bottom? I'll tell ya how to go about it below!<br />
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<b>This tutorial requires you to know basic construction of clothing and a sewing machine.</b><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- something lace with a cotton solid trim<br />
- multiple dyes of some sort in the colors you wish to make your different dips(rit will work if you don't have access to anything else)<br />
- something to put the dye in that you won't eat food in again<br />
- paper towel or something to put under the bowl in case of spillage<br />
- rubber gloves<br />
- seam ripper<br />
- sewing machine<br />
- matching thread (in the color of your dip dye or white or maybe even a contrasting thread)<br />
- scissors<br />
- sewing pins<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. lay out your shirt. figure out which aspect of it that you wish to add a colored dip dye to (collar or button up part).<br />
2. seam rip out the part that you wish to dip dye. <br />
3. keep the garment in a place where it won't be moved if you think you'll have trouble lining the part you just ripped out again<br />
4. <u>put on your gloves.</u><br />
5. prepare your dyes. if you just want two colors (say hot pink and deep red), use two bowls (or whatever you chose to use) and put one color in each. <br />
6. dip part of it in 1 color for the time directed on the dye box/bottle/packet. <br />
7. once that part is dyed, carefully dip the other half in the other color for the time directed on the dye box/bottle/packet. make sure there is no white showing between the colors (unless you want that effect of course)<br />
8. carefully wash out each half of the piece of fabric in the sink until the water runs clear. careful not to just throw it in the sink, you don't want all of your dye separation to go to waste!<br />
9. lay flat to dry. use a blow dryer if necessary. <br />
10. pin your piece of fabric back onto the garment the way it originally was. <br />
11. sew it back on!<br />
12. boom! you have a fancy new completely unique statement piece!<br />
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Image courtesy of <a href="http://pepperandchips.blogspot.com/2012/01/thatraspyvoice.html">Pepper and Chips</a>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-13951963371944999982012-02-16T18:56:00.000-08:002012-02-16T18:56:00.381-08:00DIY Hair RingsI've never come across these before now, but I love them! <br />
What a cute way to jazz up your braids?! The next time I'm going for an edgy look or going out or something I will very likely be copying this look!<br />
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Rather than spending almost $10 - $15 on only 10-20 rings from <a href="http://www.regalrose.co.uk/product/aeon-hair-rings">Regal Rose</a>, follow my tutorial below and get your own for much cheaper!<br />
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<img src="http://cache0.bigcartel.com/product_images/45791635/JP1_9584_LB.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- wire cutters<br />
- wire in the gage and color of your liking. (you can get this by the foot or yard or probably by the roll from any store like home depot, lowe's, or I'm sure even infamous wal-mart has wire). make sure it's not so thick you couldn't bend it with your fingers.<br />
- a cylinder of a decent length that you can wrap your wire around. thickness depends on how wide you want your rings to be. i'd say something like the thickness of a glue stick or a Crayola marker) <br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. take your wire and wrap it around the cylinder you chose as close together as you can.<br />
2. cut the wire if you have extra. <br />
3. slip the wire spring you now have off the cylinder.<br />
4. cut down one side of the wire all the way down the spring<br />
5. you should now have a bunch of rings. <br />
6. boom! put them in your braids!<br />
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<b>Happy DIYing to you!</b>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-67285287286625845182012-01-29T16:52:00.000-08:002012-01-29T16:52:06.133-08:00DIY Round Studded HeelsRound "studs" are easy to fake because they available in most craft stores in the scrapbooking section! <br />
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<img src="http://jakandjil.vaesite.net/__cache/a1320251795/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/alaiastudded.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- scrapbooking embellishments that look like the ones on the shoes above<br />
- E6000 glue<br />
- heels you are willing to permanently alter<br />
- stick glue or double sided tape<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. figure out where you wish to put your embellishments on your shoes. do you want just the heel or just the main part of the shoe and not the heel. you decide! :)<br />
2. if you are like me and like everything to be perfect until you glue, I would suggest making an arrangement on your shoe using the stick glue or double sided tape before you use the E6000.<br />
3. once you have figured out your layout, start gluing your embellishments on! <br />
4. let dry completely for 24 hours or so to make sure the hold has had time to set.<br />
5. Wah-bam! New, one of a kind shoes for your weekend adventures!<br />
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Courtesy of <a href="http://jakandjil.com/2011/11/02/713/">JakandJil</a>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-49743262917406872722012-01-29T12:01:00.001-08:002012-03-06T06:57:59.217-08:00DIY Sharpie Chevron Skirt/Shirt // UPDATEDChevron is <b>HUGE</b> lately & I've been seeing it a lot lately. <br />
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<img src="http://i44.tinypic.com/103isd0.jpg"><br />
<img src="http://i44.tinypic.com/34o7yac.jpg"><br />
<img src="http://jakandjil.vaesite.net/__cache/a1327808718/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/balenciagabag11.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- sharpie/fabric marker/or pigment of some kind<br />
- white or contrasting skirt/shirt that you don't mind permanently altering<br />
- cardboard or something to put in between the front and back of the skirt<br />
- fabric chalk or washable fabric marker<br />
- straight edge<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. lay out your shirt/skirt<br />
2. draw straight lines with your chalk or w/e you decided to use vertically about an inch or so apart (as wide as you want your chevron lines to be)<br />
3. use your sharpie or fabric marker to draw chevron (like the picture above) in between each line.<br />
4. let dry and then do the other side of the skirt/shirt. then let dry again!<br />
5. wah lah! new awesome graphic chevron tee!<br />
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Courtesy of <a href="http://jakandjil.com/2012/01/29/4442/">JakandJil</a>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-67080270851506656552012-01-24T13:53:00.000-08:002012-01-24T13:53:27.545-08:00DIY Multi Color Studded Leather BagInspired by Fendi's Ready to Wear Spring 2012 Collection found on <a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/detail/S2012RTW-FENDI">Style.com</a>.<br />
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<img src="http://media-cdn.pinterest.com/upload/95349717080502748_pviLOl0z_c.jpg" /><br />
<img src="http://media-cdn.pinterest.com/upload/95349717080502735_0B9ieqg9_c.jpg" /><br />
<img src="http://media-cdn.pinterest.com/upload/95349717080502738_2twPtMF8_c.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
- studs<br />
- a purse that needs an upgrade<br />
- xacto knife<br />
- jewelry pliers<br />
- nail polish in whatever colors you want your studs to be<br />
- nail polish sealant<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. lay out all your studs and figure out which ones you want to paint what colors. <br />
2. paint your studs with a couple of coats and let dry.<br />
3. paint those studs with a couple coats of sealant and let dry completely. <br />
4. figure out where you want your studs placed on your purse or clutch. the studs above are in an offset grid and then rotated so they are not all at 90 degree angles. play around with it :)<br />
5. cut into the fabric with the xacto knife where you want your studs to go<br />
6. use your jewelry pliers to fix the studs in place. <br />
7. boom you got a purse with an upgrade that will be trending this spring!Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-58080882959844644922012-01-23T13:27:00.001-08:002012-01-23T13:27:14.111-08:00I'm working on something big big BIG throughout this year and I hope to reveal it soon!Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-27444771215992433772012-01-18T22:05:00.000-08:002012-01-18T22:05:55.540-08:00DIY Gold Snake Tail NecklaceI've been stumbling across of a lot of gold and silver amphibian jewelry lately.<br />
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This piece by <a href="http://www.ottbyliat.com/necklaces.html">OTT by Liat</a> is gorgeous. I mean, it's $320 of 24ct gold. Something that most of us cannot afford. I wrote up a little tutorial for you to make your own snake tail necklace replica. :)<br />
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<img src="http://www.ottbyliat.com/uploads/3/6/8/4/3684315/2490969_orig.jpg?252?4155446" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
1. a rubber or plastic amphibian or another animal toy. you can get these from the dollar store or toys-r-us for fairly cheap.<br />
2. gold or silver metallic finish spray paint<br />
3. knife or sharp scissors<br />
4. spray sealant (like krylon)<br />
5. chain in same color as spray paint<br />
6. e6000<br />
7. jewelry jump rings<br />
8. jewelry pliers<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. cut the snake to the length that you wish. only keeping the tail of the animal or maybe just the head. depending on what animal you chose to make into a necklace. <br />
2. glue the jump ring carefully with the 2 openings up away from the animal toy.<br />
3. let dry<br />
4. spray paint with metallic spray paint. let dry. do another coat to sure full coverage. let dry again!<br />
5. spray with sealant. let dry. do another coat if you feel like your first was too fit. let fully dry again!<br />
6. use the pliers to attach the jump ring to the middle of your chain.<br />
7. BOOM YOU HAVE A NEW STATEMENT NECKLACE!<br />
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<b>GOOD LUCK!!!</b>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-81478322144006731432011-12-25T18:40:00.000-08:002011-12-25T18:40:56.045-08:00DIY Neon on Printed ScarfHave a bunch of printed scarves lying around that you don't know what to do with?<br />
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Brighten it up with some neon fabric paint!<br />
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<img src="http://jakandjil.vaesite.net/__cache/a1324785010/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/katiederek.jpg" /><br />
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Supplies:<br />
1. neon fabric paint<br />
2. paint brushes<br />
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Direction:<br />
1. lay out your scarf and pin/tape it on something like newspaper in case the paint bleeds through.<br />
2. paint on a phrase or quote or even your name on the scarf.<br />
3. let it dry for 25 hours.<br />
4. heat set it from the back and boom. done :)<br />
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Courtesy of <a href="http://jakandjil.com/2011/12/25/3468/">JakandJil</a>Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-52498412088243535172011-12-15T22:42:00.000-08:002011-12-15T22:42:03.156-08:00DIY Skull Cut-Out ShirtI found this on weheartit but I'm assuming is from <a href="http://imkittyrouge.blogspot.com/">ImKittyRouge</a>. <br />
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<img src="http://data.whicdn.com/images/17747559/diy-skull-shirt-175094-530-530_large.jpg"><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
1. Fabric chalk<br />
2. sharp fabric sheers<br />
3. skull picture (google it)<br />
4. slightly oversized tee. preferably cotton to hold the shapes of the skull better than something softer like an interlocking knit (jersey-knit).<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. find a picture of a skull or a simple version. narrowing google images down to clip art or line art will work great.<br />
2. draw out the skull on the back of your shirt<br />
3. carefully cut it out with the sheers<br />
4. find something cute to wear under it!Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7916128466739234656.post-5052501595290863812011-12-15T22:27:00.000-08:002011-12-15T22:27:25.853-08:00DIY Applique Leopard Print Cross Fringe TeeThere's usually enough in a print fabric remnant to make a couple of aplique shirts. Go rummage through your local fabric store's remnants and you'll be surprised what you find. <br />
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<img src="http://data.whicdn.com/images/17784124/tumblr_luq610k5sy1qkqh34o1_500_large.jpg" /><br />
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<b>Supplies:</b><br />
1. enough fabric to make a giant cross on your shirt.<br />
2. no-sew (fabric bonding)<br />
3. sewing machine & knowledge of basic sewing<br />
4. matching thread<br />
5. no fray (if the fabric you choose frays)<br />
6. pins (if you don't use the no-sew)<br />
7. a shirt to do this on<br />
8. iron<br />
9. scissors<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
1. if you want an even cross, fold your fabric in half, draw, and cut out your cross shape. or w/e shape you wish. <br />
2. iron on the no-sew bonding to the aplique<br />
3. put the no-fray on the fabric if it frays <br />
4. place it on the shirt where you'd like it.<br />
5. iron it.<br />
6. for extra hold, either do a zig-zag stitch or a straight stitch around the applique. <br />
7. if you want the fringe look, cut the shirt as so!Keep Calm & Do It Yourselfhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02938998511848417773noreply@blogger.com0