Jul 5, 2011 | DIY
While I’ve been getting used to the mugginess and heat (and time-change) here in Tokyo, the internet has offered up a ton of great DIY and projects over the last 2 weeks.
BurdaStyle goes behind the scenes into the making of a couture jacket and I am riveted!! Though this project is probably beyond my abilities, it’s still amazing to see the process explained in such detail. I’d love to locate a copy of that Threads Magazine where this article first appeared!
Another DIY pair of galaxy-painted shoes! This time, canvas slip-ons for a more casual look. Is this a mini-trend in the making?? (source: Goth Reform School)
First Craft Magazine, now ReadyMade Magazine folds. Are DIY’ers not a market that spends money on books, magazines, and resources? Are advertisers finding their products aren’t being purchased by readers and there’s not enough ROI to keep buying advertising space? Who’s at fault here? Discussion is needed!!
Learn how to tie your tee into a skirt courtesy of this video from Love Aesthetics. Simple, modern, and chic.
Wholeport is running a Creativity Expo – a crafting contest where you receive your materials free of charge and create a craft, upload a photo of it to Wholeport’s Facebook page, where you are entered to win a $50 gift certificate to their online shop! Hurry to get your request for supplies in before July 9th!
Make some bolt rings via A Pair and a Spare – only a trip to the hardware store is needed.
Angela Osborn provides instructions for turning into a long-sleeved blouse into a vintage-inspired frilly top. I love the little bow made of piping at the neck – it’s such a cute addition!
DIY Yarn Bombing hits the streets of NY. What on earth is yarn-bombing?? Find out here! (source: Times Union)
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If you have a DIY project, tutorial, or creation that you’d like to see featured on Chic Steals, please email me at carlyjcais at chic-steals dot com – and I’ll try to squeeze it in to one of my Links of the Week posts!
xoxox
Carly
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Jul 4, 2011 | DIY
For the Fourth of July I’m sharing two tutorials over at Cocktails with Mom: one for a Patriotic-themed Double Pinwheel Corsage, and the second for a regular paper pinwheel. Please head on over there and check them out!
Happy Fourth, everyone! Hope it’s a great one!:-D
xoxox
Carly
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Jul 1, 2011 | Fashion
Hair: Priscillia MechaDango Midi + Hairdo Clip-In Bangs
Eyelashes: 100yen shop soft eyelashes #07
Silver star hoop earrings: unknown (bought in Japan, LaForet Harajuku)
Leopard-print Cuff Poly Jacket: Allamanda (bought in Japan, Shibuya-109)
Double Scallop-Hem Top: Gap
Sheer Maxi-Skirt: handmade by me
Knee-length shorts: shapewear (!)
Chain-embellished flats: Wet Seal
Beaded Bracelets: all made by me
Rings: Forever21, handmade by me, Cartier, Tiffany
Watch: Citizen (more…)
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Jun 30, 2011 | Fashion
Welcome to the second installment of a new series I’m trying out: Steal That Style!, where I feature a celebrity’s recent outfit and break it down into the Steal-able (that is, similar pieces that are affordable) and the DIY-able. Let me know what you guys think – I’d love your feedback!
Frieda Pinto attended the Salvatore Ferragamo Resort presentation on Wednesday of this week in a sweet and simple summery outfit. The breezy, understated chicness of this outfit is made complete by a scarf wrap top. Simple to do, easy the emulate – here’s how to get the same look for a whole lot less:
How to Get Her Look
Stylish Steals
Belt: River Island Lock Detail Belt, $43, ASOS.com.
Shoes: Madden Girl Epcott Wedge Sandal
, $49 or Aerosoles Plush Around Wedge Sandal
, $33, both Amazon.com.
DIY Deals
Top: This summery scarf top can easily be recreated with a silk scarf you may already own. Using this Hermes scarf knotting guide as reference, fashion into a halter top (see bottom right). For the ends that go around your neck, make an X with them at your collarbone and pull the ends tightly behind your neck for Frieda Pinto’s fitted style.
Skirt: If you can’t find an affordable white skirt a a store or in a thrift shop, make your own using BurdaStyle Pattern 02/201 #124B. Add 1.5″-wide belt loops as well to fully emulate the look.
Proof that you don’t need a celeb’s money to look like a million bucks!
xoxox
Carly
Frieda Pinto photo credit: Dara Kushner/INF source. All other photos copyright of their respective authors. Photo array by me.
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Jun 30, 2011 | Fashion
Just a project I’ve been working on that I still haven’t finished. I started it the week before coming to Tokyo but just didn’t have the time to get it done. I had hoped to wear it here…but I’m not sure if I want all this beading work to get sticky/sweaty in the humidity.
Just one more beaded square to finish up…then I sew it on…then what? We’ll have to wait and see!;-)
xoxox
Carly
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