martha stewart jewelry DIY: Ombre Enamel Bracelet

 

When I found out that Martha Stewart x Plaid was coming out with a new jewelry line, I may or may not have died a little inside. Many of you know that jewelry is my main area of focus/interest/love, and all of the Martha Stewart lines are nothing short of amazing (even my planner is by her. Completely customizeable, of course!). Thanks to Plaid Crafts and Martha Stewart Jewelry, I recently had the opportunity to try out some supplies from the collection. As soon as I saw the enamel paints, I decided to create an ombre bracelet. The fact that I can add metal enamel to my own jewelry is already exciting, but of course I had to have fun with the shades and create a gradient. 

Here, I paired the finished bracelet with some of my favorite arm candy. Looking at this picture now, I actually think the bracelet would be great by itself. 

 Martha Stewart Jewelry supplies are now available at Michael's. Keep reading to see how I made this statement accessory! -- 

diy: Blanket Print Clutch

Earlier in the week, I posted the Blanket Denim Jacket - an easy way to incorporate the long time blanket pattern trend that has been going on for quite some time. Because I had so much fabric leftover, I thought I'd whip up an over sized rectangle clutch and share it on s&p.

I love how the bright, fun colors can really add some pop to any simple outfit. This type of accessory would be ideal for music festivals and summer adventures. Maybe add a strap for a hands free and trendy piece? 

Check out how I made it, below:

what i'm loving wednesday: Watercolors, Rhinestones, Sweets

1) Watercolor-esque pillows at Zara Home...in love. Definitely going on my "attempt to DIY" list!

(Photo Credit: ZaraHome.com)

2 & 3) Going along with my love for watercolors...my jaw dropped when I saw these tattoos. How amazing are they? Klaim and Niko Inko are tattoo artists based in France. Clearly, they are super talented individuals.

(Photo Credit: found here and here)

3 & 4) I'm drooling over the rhinestone embellished tops in Isabel Marant's latest collection. I'd love to pair either shirt with a leather skirt or pants, or a leather jacket. Love love love.

(Photo Credit: Vogue Spain June 2013/WhoWhatWear)

 

5) I love anything quirky - and clever! - so naturally, when I spotted these "cakes" on Pinterest this morning, I fell in love. These are made from sponges and caulk. BRILLIANT, and adorable!

(PhotoCredit: SheKnows.com)

6) If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter, you know that I have an undying love for coffee and anything coffee related...coffee ice cubes tossed in Bailey's? Oh my gosh yes please.

(PhotoCredit: Here) 

Happy Wednesday!

a dash of inspiration: Miu Miu, ASOS, Lanvin

THEIR WAY:

Miu Miu Embellished Slingback Sandal, $595 (Barneys)

YOUR WAY:
Some Mod Podge and glitter can take care of the sparkling part of this sandal. Here's a useful tip for working with glitter: pre-mix glitter and Mod Podge in a plastic cup before applying to your surface. It's a heck of a lot easier (not to mention neater) than applying Mod Podge, and then sprinkling on glitter. Painting on the glitter mixture will allow for more precision, as well. When that's dry, use a strong glue such as E6000 to add gems of your choice.

 

 

THEIR WAY:

The Ragged Priest Long Sleeve Crop T Shirt in Tie Dye, $51 (ASOS)

YOUR WAY:
Various bright fabric dyes splattered onto a crop top can create a similar vibe. Once that's dry and good to go, you can add iron on applique letters to the sleeve. I'd recommend patches as opposed to printing out an iron on transfer, which won't survive through the wash. Crop tops not your type? Try this technique with a plain long sleeved shirt, or even an oversized, loose fitting shirt.

 

THEIR WAY:

Lanvin Butterfly Cartoon Sunglasses, $350 (ShopBop)

YOUR WAY:
If you keep up with DIY fashion projects, chances are that you've seen printed paper + Mod Podge tutorials. For a little spin on this technique, try adding printed paper to the inside of your sunglasses' arms. Letting a fun pattern subtly peek out is a great way to add an extra something to your favorites shades.

 

Enjoy!

diy: Blanket Denim Jacket

While summer is well on its way, I've always found that denim jackets are the perfect all year round staple. I often wear layers in the fall and winter, but in the spring and summer - they're ideal for those chilly nights. For this project, I took a little inspiration from the blanket print trend and added some vibrant hues to a thrifted jacket. If you're into Southwestern-esque pieces, you'll love this! 

(If you don't have a sewing macine, you can also sew this by hand)

See how I made it, below: