baby bows :: diy

well hello there! we're back with bells bows on today! these darling headbands couldn't be easier and you only need just a few things (which are probably lying around your house right now).

supplies:

• headbands - if you're like me, i have sooooo many of these that i never, ever wear.
• scrap fabric. if you don't have any, head to the remnants section at the fabric store where they sell small amounts at a discount price.
• fray check. who really needs to hem when you have this?!
• scissors

the DIY details:

1. cut your fabric slightly wider than your headband. see picture above
2. then, cut a curve at the end (optional)
3. spread some fray check on the ends of that baby
4. tie in knot
5. put on the cutest baby girl you can find and take the cutest photos ever!

we've been taking down christmas and redecorating here, so be sure to check back tomorrow for wonderful wednesday! xo

hidden message bracelet :: diy

sneeky, sneeky! these leather bracelets can be personalized and become so special! imagine your anniversary date, kiddos' birthdays, or just a simple love message stamped on the inside. shhh only you know it's there... all while, looking pretty darn cute, if i do say so myself.

have a special message to share? here's how!

you'll need:

• leather bracelet
• stamp kit
• hammer or mallet
• black permanent marker

the DIY steps:

1. face your bracelet inside up... meaning the side that will be on your wrist should be facing up
2. attach your letters to the stamp tool
3. pound with hammer or mallet
4. go over letters with black marker, wiping off any access along the way
5. gift or wear!

watch parts & peter pan :: DIY

i love little bits & pieces of things, don't you? especially watch & clock parts! i have had these, among others, lying around for a while and thought it was time to do something with them.

i'm also loving peter pan collars right now. however, i think they only look appropriate on really innocent, sweet children. i don't think i could pull one off... unless i 'edged' it up a bit and that's exactly what i did!

so, here's the details on my new, edgy, peter-pan-collared watch-part necklace:

you'll need:

• chain of different varieties
• old watch & clock pieces
• jump rings
• jewelry cutters
• clasp

the DIY details:

1. i first glued (e-6000) my pieces together to get a layout that i liked.
2.  cut my different chains into 3 different lengths. then, in 1/2 again.
3. this gave me 6 total pieces
4. i attached one of each chain to the center watch piece using the same jump ring.
5. repeat on other side
6. at the opposite end of the chains gather into one jump ring for each side, also looping a clasp on one side.

would you wear this statement piece? i think it would look fantastic with a strapless lbd! xo

the old hoop & chain :: diy

whatcha gettin' your best girlfriend for the holidays? these might work! a simple DIY and she'll be so moved that you made them yourself...

you'll need:

• necklace chain
• earring hoops
• jewelry clippers
• ruler

the DIY:

1. cut your chain at varying lengths. for the earrings pictured above, i cut..
1. (2) 3 inch
2. (4) 2 inch 
3. (4) 1 inch pieces
2. simply string onto the hoop

easy peasy!

sailor knot necklace :: diy

well hello there friends! i'm pretty excited about today's DIY because i think it turned out crazy cool! and, the best part is that i spent exactly $0 on making it because i had everything lying around (i bet you do too).

you'll need:

• rope and/or t-shirt string of various colors & types
• scrap leather
• beads
• hot glue gun

the details:

1. collect your various pieces of rope and cut all longer than you think you'll need
2. create your figure 8 knot by mimicking the pictures above, or following this tutorial.
3. add a few beads for interest
4. hot glue on any scrap leather for securing (and awesome style)
5. wear or gift!

tulle hair clip (in a poof!) :: diy

diy refashioned hat :: diy fashion upcycle

do you have a few old hats lying around that you don't wear anymore? i certainly do! i buy them, wear them once or twice and they go to the hat graveyard on a shelf in my closet. well, here's a fun way to refashion them into something you'll wear again!

you'll need:

• hat (new or old)
• flowers or other accessories. see tutorials for making your own fabric flowers here and here.
• needle, pins & thread

diy:

1. decide where you want your accessories to be placed on the hat. i set mine off to the side a bit.
2. pin each piece in place
3. use your needle & thread to hand sew each piece from the under side of the hat
4. double or triple your knot at the end
5. wear and enjoy!