Jewelry
11 DIY Father’s Day Gifts That Will Make His Day
Happy June! Father's Day is coming up soon, and I'm in a DIY mood. What better way to show that special Dad in your life some love than something handmade you've put your time and energy into? Here are a couple ideas to get you going: These DIY Scented Bath Salts from...
Cool Find: YOUNIQUE Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes For Extra Oomph! for Your Eyelashes
I received an inquiry from a company called YOUNIQUE earlier this month, who sent me a set of their Moonstruck 3D Fiber Lashes to try out. I have to admit: I was a bit skeptical at first, since I couldn't exactly see how fiber lashes that were sprinkled on top of...
Outfit 5.27.14: Dotted Legs and Faux Couture
Geode Slice Swarovski Crystal Earrings: handmade by me (similar here). White Embellished U Choker Necklace: DIY (tutorial here). Reversible 6-in-One Gossip Girl/Risto Bimbiloski-inspired Dress: handmade by me (see here for it worn frontways and inside-out), similar...
DIY Agate Keepsake Box for Darby Smart
Hello friends! I am back from my trip to Arizona to see my Dad, and am so pleased to announce that my recent DIY project for Darby Smart has launched! Woohoo! I'm officially a Darby Smart Designer! Inspired by all those chic lacquer boxes I'm seeing everywhere lately...
DIY Patterned Silver Leaf Photo Frame with Mod Podge Stencils
Now I'm sure you guys have heard of that amazing crafting supply that does practically everything: Mod Podge. There are major devotees to this glue/decoupage medium/finisher, and for good reason! Because it's nontoxic, cheap, provides a variety of finishes, and it...
DIY That Style! Diane Kruger Polka Dot Blazer and Banded Fedora
Welcome to the first installment of DIY That Style! I actually used to do a version of this as "Steal That Style" ...this is basically the same thing, just renamed. And made a little cooler, with more of a focus on DIY. For the first breakdown, I'm going to take a...
Outfit 5.06.14: Chiffon-Backed Sweater and Banana Peel Legs
Spike Rhinestone Earrings: Forever 21 (similar here). Chiffon-Back Sweater: TWNROOM (Japanese brand). Silver Charm Slide Bangle: c/ o PERSONA. Lock n Roll Bracelet: c/ o Charming Charlie. Watch: Swarovski Citizen Eco-Drive. Fitbit Flex in Slate. Paint Splatter...
Save the Planet by Recycling Your Clothes at H&M and DoSomething.org
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGWJCzhW1hk Got any old clothes you'd like recycled? H&M is currently accepting donations of used clothing- and it's for a great cause. Actress Olivia Wilde, in her crime-fighting guise of Princess Layers, has teamed up with H&M...
DIY Gossip Girl-Inspired Crochet Beaded Necklace and How to Make Perfect Loops in Headpins for Jewelry-Making
*This is a project I shared in Snippets Magazine: The New York Issue on Cut Out + Keep in 2010, and am re-posting here on my blog. Serena sported this beautiful vintage-style necklace in an early episode of the addictive Gossip Girl TV series. Its charm was its modern...
Quote: You Never Realize How Strong You Are
I love this. Just found it and it couldn't resonate more. "You never realize how strong you are, until being strong is the only choice you have." xo Carly Source
The 12 Must-Have Tools for Sewing DIY’s
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 Earlier I shared my must-have list for jewelry DIY projects. And now I'm following up with this list for sewing DIY projects! (These Must-Have Tools for DIY lists are on my DIY Resources page if you're looking for...
DIY Gem Pendant Necklace for Wander & Hunt
Hello lovely readers! Today I'd like to share the DIY tutorial for the Gem Pendant Necklace I designed for Wander & Hunt. It was inspired by an over-the-top, bejeweled and utterly gorgeous Dannijo pendant - and so I couldn't help myself but re-create all that...
A Dose of Pink Fusion from Reebok Skyscape + Giveaway
Just like everyone these days, my life is jam-packed. From morning to night, I'm going to the gym, taking my son to school, running errands, scouting locations, meeting my business partner, chatting with the girls over tea, picking up my son, and going to after-school...
It’s Swim Season! Cut Out and Fabulous at NastyGal
FTC Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means that I receive a small commission if you click through and buy something. To read my full Disclosure Policy, click here. Yup, the weather's finally warming up and I'm in the market for a brand-new bathing...
DIY Radiant Rhinestone Anthropologie Belt
Hello friends! Today I am sharing the DIY tutorial for the Radiant Rhinestone Belt kit I designed for Wander & Hunt. It's a fun little project with maximum impact, and you can place your stones however you like to get totally different looks. (My version is less...