4 DIY Collars Anyone Can Whip Up!
It all started with Miu Miu (or our grandmothers, depending on who you ask), but detachable collars have really dominated the neck game for the past few seasons. Maybe it's the crisp lines or the sheer versatility, but there's nothing quite like a bit of buttoned-up bling at your neck to dress up an outfit. The one caveat? Shelling out the cash for a designer version can be a touch daunting. That's why we've put our crafty skills to task to create four DIY collars that anyone can create, if you've got a moment (and a few old button-ups) to spare. Click through for these crazy clever how-tos and whip up the whole quartet!
Complete Your Holiday Look With This DIY Glitter Collar
Perhaps you’d like to spend your holiday downtime doing something more productive, rather than just vegging on your couch watching a marathon of bad Christmas movies? We said perhaps. If you are, in fact, looking for a creative outlet this week, try this easy and fun DIY recipe for creating a sparkly collar. Our inspiration for this project first came about after reading Miss Vinyl Ahoy’s DIY Miu Miu Collar instructions. We’ve decided to update the look by using a peter pan collar, and since glitter was always a staple in our childhood arts and crafts endeavors, we’re using sparkles, too. Throw this accessory on any T-shirt and it’s an instant festive look. And, in case you wondering: you can totally watch your marathon while completing your new accessory.
What you’ll need:
A button down shirt with a peter pan collar (thrifting for it would probably be best)
Mod Podge glue
Scissors
Glitter
Paintbrush
Small bowl
Instructions:
1. Cut the collar off the shirt. Get close to the seam and make sure you do not cut off the top button or buttonhole of collar.
2. Iron the collar, so there are no folds or wrinkles.
3. Mix copious amounts of glitter together with the Mod Podge in bowl. Then use the paintbrush to apply the mixture onto the collar. It may take a few coats.
4. Let it dry.
5. Once dry, place it over any complimentary shirt.
Photo: Via Abataba.
Whip Up A Super-Chic DIY Pom Pom Necklace
Alright, we're about to really flex our DIY muscles, here. We recently spotted this killer Tory Burch pom-pom necklace in a magazine, only to find out that it isn't yet available—sad face. But instead of sulking over something we couldn't have, we put our gears in motion to figure out how to make it ours. And, while we're not sure how much the original would have cost us, we're willing to bet that ours is, in fact, way, way cheaper, and just as nice. Sure, those little balls of color might look complicated, but trust us — if you've been able to master our other DIY projects, then this one will be a breeze. So click on through, and let's get down to business.
3 Easy Holiday Gift DIYs... Under $15!
Is your wallet looking a little empty these days? Ours, too. And for many of us, it's hard to navigate life — let alone the holidays — on a tight budget. That's where DIY projects come in. They're a great way to give someone a meaningful gift without having to turn your pockets inside out. To prove our point, we put our brain and our fingers to work to create these three ultra-cute, easy-to-do projects that only cost $15 a piece but look way more expensive. So, get out those beads and get your paint pens ready. We've got three super-cute DIYs you'll have a hard time giving away.
One More Weekend DIY... A Chain Link Shadow Box
Feeling extra-ambitious? If you've already breezed through our DIY necklace from this morning, here's another craft project — to doll up your coffee table. We turned to Erica Domesek of P.S. I Made This who created a trompe l'oeil jewelry tray that lets you display your baubles and wear 'em at the same time. Confused? Read on to see how you can create this awesome living room tray with the use of your office copy machine!
Photo: Courtesy of P.S. I Made This
Photo: Courtesy of P.S. I Made This
Weekend Project: DIY Rope Necklace
You've got a DVR full of shows to catch up on, some snacks to nosh, and a heap of stress to unload — and we've got the perfect solution for you. When we're feeling a little burned-out, we turn to our craft kit and make an afternoon of it. If you've got a few hours to spare, we recommend trying out our DIY of the bright, boho Cut25 necklace we fell in love with at NYFW. Even with almost no jewelry-making know-how, you can fashion an impressive-looking DIY necklace that's guaranteed to get a lot of play in your fall wardrobe. So, cancel your post-brunch plans, and make it a crafternoon!
Hey Twinkle Toes! DIY Your Own Sparkly Boots
If you've been sniffing the glitter glue like we have, by now, you're probably head-over-heels obsessed with sparkly shoewear. Miu Miu's version might be a little (okay, a lot) out of your price range, but that doesn't mean you can't get twinkly-toed, stat. Check out this easy DIY that'll glitter-ify the back of an old pair of boots. Just be ready to leave a trail of sparkle wherever you go! (Le Fanciulle via This Is Glamorous)
Photo: Via Le Fanciulle
Photo: Via Le Fanciulle
10 Hilarious S.F.-Centric Halloween Costume Ideas!
Well this is genius. Like us, the folks over at PopSugar SF are Halloween obsessives, and they've thrown together a brilliant article featuring 10 Halloween costumes inspired by Bay Area icons. They've got it all, from Fisherman Wharf's completely annoying World Famous Bushman and Harvey Milk to the Dog Cat Rat Guy and the Peachy's Puffs girls. And while we'd certainly love to see a few characters added to this list (Zuckerberg, the Twitter bird and whale, Francis Ford Coppola, etc.), it's certainly whetted our appetite and sparked our imagination. Who do you think they left off? For the full list, head to the link below.
(PopSugar SF)
Photo: Via Peachy's Puffs
(PopSugar SF)
Photo: Via Peachy's Puffs
A DIY Pumpkin Face Mask To Protect Against Fall Winds
Pumpkins wait all year for their annual 15 minutes of fame. But now we have a reason to love 'em even when it's not jack-o-lantern season. Erica Katz, beauty guru and author of
Bonding Over Beauty
, tells us that, thanks to their Vitamin A, pumpkins can keep your face smooth and wrinkle-free. Try out her DIY restorative face mask to harness all that pumpkin goodness — and if you're feeling extra-crafty, we suggest making your own pumpkin puree to use, and then roasting the seeds as a snack! Who Needs Target? We've Got DIY Missoni Shoes!
Since all of the Missoni for Target goods sold out in the blink of an eye and are insanely going for a cool $31,000 on eBay, we've decided to take matters into our own crafty little hands. With a pair of plain canvas shoes, some fabric markers, and a ruler, we're showing you how you can easily create your own Missoni-inspired footwear for just a few bucks and a little patience. Sure, putting them on the Black Market might not be able to put you through college, but at least you'll look pretty badass walking around campus (or anywhere!) in these DIY kicks. Don't be intimidated by all the lines! We promise our do-it-yourself is a piece of cake, so click through to get all the deets on how to make these show-stoppers. And who knows, maybe your thousand-dollar order days are right around the corner.
An Easy DIY That Puts Your Doodling To Test!
It's a shame that looseleaf paper is as flimsy as it is, because some of our best artwork was done on the margins of our homework assignments. We might not have the painterly skill of Caravaggio, but anyone can be a masterful doodler, especially when you've been around as many pens as Erica Domesek of PS I Made This. The DIY artist, author, and self-proclaimed Sharpie enthusiast helped launch Sharpie's new fabric pens, and showed us an incredible summer DIY project that inspired us to put our own doodle skills to the test.
DIY Idea We Love: The Summer Blazer Dress
We all come across those vintage blazers at thrift shops that would be perfect—The color! The sheen! Those buttons!—save for the fact that it would only fit a linebacker. Closet Fiend has a chic little DIY that will let you turn that massive blazer into a chic summer dress. Warning: The steps are a little advanced, so only attempt if you feel comfortable around a seam ripper and a needle and thread. But, with a couple hours of stitching and a cute belt to hold everything together, you too can have a Margiela-esque summer frock. (ClosetFiend
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