a dash of inspiration: ASOS, Shourouk, Marc Jacobs

THEIR WAY:

ASOS Spike + Gem Cap, $43 (ASOS)

YOUR WAY:

Take a hat of your choice, tons of gems, buttons, studs, and spikes...and go crazy! Using both hand stitching and fabric/strong craft glue will let you attach each embellishment according to type.

THEIR WAY:

Shourouk Leitmotiv silver-plated Swarovski crystal necklace, $440 (Net-a-porter)

YOUR WAY:

Paint a chunky crystal pendant with nail polish or acrylic paints. Attach a bead cap with head pins/jump rings to either side, and glue cord into the bead caps. I know Michael's sells Paracord that is essentially what was used in this necklace. Any kind of "sports" cord can work! At the ends, glue another set of bead caps and add a jewelry clasp.

THEIR WAY:

 Marc by Marc Jacobs Katie Neon Leather Clutch, $358 (TheOutnet)

YOUR WAY:
A strand of flat curb chain sewn to the front flap of a clutch can recreate a similar look. Could be a useful way to use up that pesky leftover length of chain!

weekly craft sales: 6/16 - 6/22

6/16 - 6/22

Sales listed involve a quick run down of fashion related supplies. Be sure to check out your actual store for details & exceptions. All sales and specials are obtained from national circulars, the store's website and/or iPhone app. Sales may differ slightly from area to area, so be sure to check with your local store first!

       Michaels       

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Weekly Coupon: Get $5 off With Every $25

DIY Fashion Related Sales:

• 2 for 40cents 9"x12" felt sheets
• 2 for $5 Bead Gallery Strung Beads
• $2.49 and Up Paracord
• $6.99 Burlap Rolls
• 77cents Americana Acrylic Paint 
• Spring Clearance - Up to 70% Off. Don't forget to check out the Clearance aisle!
• (Select DIY fashion sales are featured to be in this post. To view ALL of Michaels sales this week, click here)

        Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts       

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Weekly Coupon: 30% Off Your Total Regular-Priced Purchase (In-Store & Online)
(On the go? Smartphone users, download the Jo-Ann app to access this coupon on your phone)

Additional 40% Off Any One Regular Priced Item (in the phone app!)

DIY Fashion Related Sales: 
In-Stores Only (unless indicated)

• 50% Off All Specialty Cotton Fabrics and Bottomweights
• 50% Off Spring Fashion Apparel Collections 
• 30% Off Stars N Stripes Fabrics 
• 30% Off Burlap 
• 40% Off Sewing Baskets and Pincushions 
• 50% Off Strung Beads 
• 4 for $10 Jerzees T-Shirts
• 5 for $1 Print and Cardstock Open Stock Papers
• 50% Off Everyday Storage
• 50% Off Sulky Thread
• 50% Off All Buttons
• 50% Off Symphony Broadcloth
• 50% Off Fimo 2-oz Clay Blocks
• 20% Off Fabric Paints, Markers, Glitter and Dyes 
• 40% Off Martha Stewart Crafts Papercrafting Supplies and Party Decor 
• $3.99 Vogue Patterns
• (Select DIY fashion sales are featured to be in this post. To view ALL of Jo-Ann's sales this week, click here.)

       Hobby Lobby       

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Weekly Coupon: 40% Off One Item at Regular Price
(On the go? Smartphone users, download the Hobby Lobby app to access this coupon on your phone)

DIY Fashion Related Sales: 
In-Stores Only

• 30% Off Packaged Feathers 
• 30% Off All 2 oz. Acrylic Paint 
• 30% Off T-Shirts
• 30% Off Duck Cloth Canvas
• 30% Off Home Decor Fabric 
• 30% Off Calico Prints and Solids
• 50% Off Ribbon, Trim and Tulle Spools
• 50% Off Sew-ology Sewing Notions
• 30% Off Fleece
• 50% Off Make a Statement and Timeline by Bead Treasures 
• 50% Off Swarovski Elements
• 25% Off Vintaj Natural Brass and Arte Metal 
• 30% Off All Foam pRoducts
• 30% Off Artiste Cotton Floss and Craft Thread Packs
• (Select DIY fashion sales are featured to be in this post. To view ALL of Hobby Lobby's sales this week, click here)

       Other Online Retailers        

• Sales at Rings-Things.com
• Clearance at MJtrim.com
• Clearance Fabrics at MoodFabrics.com
• Clearance at SpandexWorld.com
• Last Chance Sales at Fabric.com
• Clearance at OhMyCrafts.com
• Discounted Items at StudsandSpikes.com
• Specials at Save-On-Crafts.com
• MJtrim.com: 15% OFF Spikes (Code: 15OFFSPIKES) and 15% OFF Ribbon (Code: 15OFFRIBBON). Click here for more information.

Happy Sunday!

home decor diy: Jewelry Frame Tray

I love storage options that can double as decor. Might as well have fun with it! There's nothing better than a piece that is both functional and decorative. This project is really easy, and only uses a few inexpensive supplies. 

The idea stemmed from trying to find a use for some thrifted spray painted frames I had. I bought a few a couple years back, and spray painted them a dusty blue for craft show props. I still held onto them, but never knew how they could be re-used. When I discovered pleather Contact Paper at Home Depot (best find in my opinion!), this DIY was born. The filigree design looks awesome when spray painted, but of course you can use any type of frame that you'd like.

Keep reading to see how I made it! 

instagram roundup: June 14, 2013

1) Jess' cat, Picky. Cutest little lady ever.

2) Have you seen the most recent DIY project? Hardware Chevron Clutch, made from flat braces from the hardware store.
3) Necklaces (Part of my #365projectsin2013 goal)
4) Mousse cake that my mother's friends gave her for her birthday. From Blackhound NY, an amazing bakery on 2nd ave.
5) Seashell and pearl ring. New favorite! So simple and easy to make.
6) Altered art piece. Wolf printed on vellum, on a canvas decoupaged with old paper and acrylic paint. Added faux leaves and a dusty pink rose.
7) Supply shopping at Jo-Ann's!
8) New cell phone case.

Have a lovely weekend! 

side diy: "Pretty in Pink" Before and After

Before and after.

A little Instagram re-post, one of my latest side projects. I bought this dress at Goodwill for $4.25 a few days ago (it was originally $8.49, but it was 50% off blue tags that day...and it happened to be blue tagged). All I did was cut off the sleeves, took a seam ripper to the shoulder pads and cut off almost 10 inches from the bottom. I added a strip of bias tape along the bottom for a finished hem.

When I had cut off the sleeves, I left about 1 inch of extra fabric so that I could fold it "in" and sew around the arm holes.

I also took in the belt, about 2 inches. 

As I always say, as long as you can sew a straight line, you can easily create something similar. Keep an eye out for potential dress re-do's while you're thrifting!