If you haven’t heard of it already, you HAVE to check out FASHGIF, a Tumblr blog devoted to quirky animated gifs created from runway photos. It’s the perfect marriage of my two loves, animation and fashion. Spend a little time browsing through the archives…and be delighted with all the whimsical moving creations.
xo
Carly
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For my second DIY post for the e-tailer London Times, I’ve created a DIY Beaded Collar to one of their pretty color-block dresses. Click through to find out how to easily add a beaded embellishment to a piece you may already own…
Happy DIY’ing!
xo
Carly
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Comeback Brixton Earrings: JewelMint (psst – use code FLASH25 for 25% off!)
Uncut Crystal Quartz Necklace: c/o 80/20 Etsy Store
Color Block Scuba Dress: c/o London Times
Metallic Clutch: DIY (tutorial here)
White Rhinestone Watch: Citizen Eco-Drive
Cube Ring: Karmaloop (similar here)
Other Rings: mocha and Target
Reversible Tights: SPANX
Strappy Velour Heels: Abaete for Payless
My brother-in-law visited over the weekend and so we took him out to a fancy dinner. (more…)
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Hi everyone! Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
I’ve teamed up with the dress e-tailer London Times to do 2 DIYs featuring their dresses. The first of two is up on their blog today: a DIY Metallic Envelope Clutch (made from a plastic file folder, some felt…and a surprising metallic material!) Click through to find out what it is and how to make one yourself…
Happy DIY’ing!
xo
Carly
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Jewelry is going on the offensive this season with razor-sharp spikes, hard edges, and chains. Make your own on-trend choker* with wire, chain, and beads, weaving them all together to create something reminiscent of Cleopatra…but with a modern-day edge. Here’s how:
Carly J. Cais I am a DIY’er, designer, sewist, maker, and marketer. Chic Creative Life is where I share what I do, and help others bring their unique style into their own lives.
