How to Make a Feather Extension Headband Feather extensions and earrings are all the rage right now {especially peacock feathers}. Very bohemian, very awesome. So rather than create earrings or a clip in extension, I thought about attaching the feathers to a subtle headband. And this is what I got. It seriously only took about 5 minutes to create. Here’s how I did it: Supplies: Blank headband Clear thread Hot glue gun Two very small strips of fabric Feathers of your choice *I {…Read More…}
How to Make Yo Yo Earrings I am guest posting a brand new, and super simple jewelry tutorial today. Stop by Lemon Tree Creations and say hi.
Anthropologie Knock Off Vintage Yo Yo Bobby Pins {As seen on the fabulous Kojo Designs} I originally posted this fun tutorial on Kojo Designs a while back. During my moving interim, I thought I would revisit it with y’all. _______________________________________ If you’ve ever seen any of my tutorials, then you know I love me a good knock off. And naturally, one of my favorite sites to get ideas is Anthropologie. I stumbled upon these beauties, and knew I wanted to try my own version. {source: Anthropologie} {…Read More…}
Eye SPY: Handmade Edition Show me all things handmade. Be creative. Crafts you have been working on, gifts, home decor, etsy finds. So long as its handmade, it’s perfect for this link party. Also, note that I keep the link party open for a week so you have plenty of time to take your pictures and link up. Click HERE, to get caught up on I SPY. And here are my handmades. I SPY my latest “handmade” project, Leather Feather Earrings {say that 3 times fast} {…Read More…}
How to Make a Jewel Bib Necklace (with a free template download} I’ve seen these bib necklaces everywhere. J Crew, Anthropologie, Nordstroms. And I have been meaning to make one of my very own for nearly a year now. Well, I finally did it. And let me tell you, it’s easy as pie. Let’s make one together, mmkay. Materials: Download your FREE necklace template HERE. One square foot of black felt Package of gems: I purchased the 1 lb. package from Michael’s and I used {…Read More…}
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DIY Stencil Tote How to stencil on your favorite tote or purse. Perfect for canvas, burlap and cotton market bags. Materials: Canvas, cotton or burlap tote {I got mine from the sale section at Cost Plus} Queen Bee Stencilfrom Your Memories Captured Fabric paint Sponge brush Scotch Tape {not pictured} {purchase stencil here} First, securely tape your stencil in place. Be sure you have smoothed the stencil out as much as possible, and that there are no wrinkles in the fabric. It may be best {…Read More…}
Dear Silhouette, I love you. {mustache rhinestone t-shirt, made using my Silhouette} {Tuxedo t-shirt made using the Silhouette heat transfer material} Dear Silhouette, You have changed my life. I’m serious. I play with you nearly every day. You are easy to use. You inspire creativity within me. You make me happy. But you are also kinda like owning a truck on moving day. Thanks to you, my dear Silhouette, I am now the neighborhood go-to gal for all things crafty. Need something cut into a {…Read More…}
I’m over here today: Teaching you how to make these Anthro-inspired vintage pretties: Stop by and say hi, will ya. I would like that.
How to Curl Your Hair: Wavy Curls Wavy hair makes me happy. It means less blow drying, less brushing, less straightening, and more volume. Many of you have emailed me wondering how I get the lose wavy curls in my hair. And honestly, I can’t take the credit. I watched this tutorial on The Daybook and it changed my life. Seriously, any tutorial that cuts the time it takes me to do my hair in HALF, is life altering. Watch Sydney’s tutorial, it will change {…Read More…}
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I just discovered a new blog,and it makes me happy. Eisy Morgan, is my new go-to blog for crafts, blogging tips, fun stories and every hair tutorial you can imagine! Yep, there is even a tutorial for the super hot Marissa Miller look. And today, we are lucky enough to have the super beautiful and talented author of Eisy Morgan here with us–meet Ashley. ****************************************** Hi, I am Ashley:) I run a little blog called EisyMorgan all about inspiring women and I am so thrilled {…Read More…}
How to Make a Lace Tie Bracelet {using scrap fabric} My creative wheels are struggling lately, so I totally understand if you hate this tutorial. But I sorta hope you don’t. You can make this no-sew bracelet in 5 minutes, no joke. Bust out your fabric and lace scraps and glue gun, and that’s all you need. First you need to make a 2 x 20 inch strip of fabric for your base. I used basic muslin fabric for my base. First, I cut a little {…Read More…}
How I Put My Face On: Little Miss Momma’s Make Up {Some of you asked, so now I’m telling.} Warning: I don’t know what I’m doing. I am not an authority on the do’s and don’ts of the “art of makeup”. I do things like lick a q-tip and then wipe off smeared mascara. I can’t live without lip gloss. My eyebrows are two different shapes, likely as a result of some plucking mishap in the past. There is nothing I despise more than putting {…Read More…}
How to Make a Button Bib Necklace {with pearl and jewel embellishments} As you can see, this is one of those tutorials where my button hoarding came in handy. Before I began this project, I gathered my button collection–consisting of every extra button that ever came attached to my clothing purchases, all my grandma’s old/vintage buttons, and some extras from jewelry that I took apart because it was out of style. So call up your momma, your grandma, your auntie or friend, and see if {…Read More…}
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Have you guys met Nichelle?She is one of those girls that you are instantly drawn to.One of those girls you want to be your BFF.One of those girls you can imagine sitting down with and eating an entire tub of icecream as you vent about a bad day,and you know,without a doubt, that she will find some way to make you feel better. She once referred to me as spicy,and it made me smile. Well, today we get to know Nichelle a bit better.Here she is.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ {…Read More…}
Blog Swap: So today I’ll be at Mel’s blog and she’ll be at my place. You will love Mel. I do. she is beautiful. she is crafty. and she is talented. you’ll see. {be sure to stop by Mel’s for a new LMM tutorial} psstt: mel is the designer of this shop: You like her already, don’t you?! And here’s Mel: Ok so I dont know if this makes me a NERD or what…. but Im so stinkin’ excited about being a guest blogger at {…Read More…}
Drift Wood Peace Sign If you would like to read about my FIRST attempt {and fail} of this project, click HERE. I promise you will chuckle. I think this is perfect for coastal chic decor or a funky front porch. Especially since it is made out of beach wood. It was actually a lot easier than I thought it would be. Let’s get started: You will need: foam wreath {purchased at $1 Tree} Beach wood in all different shapes and sizes or any funky wood {…Read More…}
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So I had grand plans for this tutorial. But “this tutorial” had other plans for me. Sometimes I receive “craft visions”, if you will. And as I played at the park with Baby W and he stumbled upon a fabulous pile of beach wood,I thought: I have just the craft for these treasures. So I busted out the glue gun and made an afternoon of it. I was so pleased with my end result. I even took a bajillion pictures of my new project. Then…the {…Read More…}
How To Take Self Portraits {even if, like me, you don’t know how to use your camera} Well, you asked? And I answered. At least I’ll try to answer anyway. Q: How do you take those pictures of yourself? Q: Do you use a backdrop? Q: What program do you use to edit and upload your pictures to blogger? My home was built right around the time that dinosaurs roamed the Earth–not that I’m complaining or anything. What I’m trying to say is that apparently {…Read More…}
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