I'M GETTING MY OWN APARTMENT!!!

Coming up this fall I will be getting my own apartment FINALLY!!!

You know what this means?
SO MANY APARTMENT DIYS!!!!!


I've been making a list of things that I need to buy, DIY, or already own.

Here are some DIYs to look out for this summer:

1. DIY curtains & shower curtains.
these will feature a bunch of different surface techniques for you to create completely unique curtains and shower curtains for super cheap!

2. DIY rugs.
these will be for various rooms like bathroom, closet, kitchen, entry way, etc. so they will utilize different materials that suit each specific space!

3. DIY wall/art pieces.
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 a lot of different types of decor DIYs to spice up your walls and such in various rooms where you live!

4. DIY pillows/throws/comfy things
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 :)

If there are any more things you'd like to see me DIY please let me know :)

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DIY Multi Color Studded Leather Bag

Inspired by Fendi's Ready to Wear Spring 2012 Collection found on Style.com.





Supplies:
- studs
- a purse that needs an upgrade
- xacto knife
- jewelry pliers
- nail polish in whatever colors you want your studs to be
- nail polish sealant

Directions:
1. lay out all your studs and figure out which ones you want to paint what colors.
2. paint your studs with a couple of coats and let dry.
3. paint those studs with a couple coats of sealant and let dry completely.
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 :)
5. cut into the fabric with the xacto knife where you want your studs to go
6. use your jewelry pliers to fix the studs in place.
7. boom you got a purse with an upgrade that will be trending this spring!

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