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DIY. Trash to Couture original DIY tutorials Click on the links below the pictures to see the page. Tutorials. Map Shoes How To by Mandy C. 14 Ways to Revamp Your Shoes. Click on the squares above to find the project's original source. Out of all the DIY fashion projects I've made, upcycling shoes has always been a go-to project for me. I never really realized how many pairs I've glued, decoupaged, beaded, stitched, or painted until I made this graphic-- most of the projects above are mine. (I can't decide if all those projects were time well-spent or just spent time? :)) Maybe the real explanation is that Imelda Marcos is one of my long-lost eighth cousins or something and my problem is hereditary... Ha. I doubt the long-lost relations theory as much as I doubt that my shoe projects will stop anytime soon. ;) 1. 2. . , you can make a pair of weathered boots look new again. :) (PS-- A Beautiful Mess is one of the best DIY blogs around.) 3.

And you've got shoe clips! 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. . 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. How To Make Your Own Natural Non-Toxic Deodorant | High Existence. Deodorant is an essential ingredient to combat body odour. We all love to smell nice, and perhaps more importantly, we know the social consequences if we don’t. The problem is that most deodorants don’t really do a good job of helping us out. I found out the hard way. About a year ago I moved further away from the city center of Amsterdam. Even during the harsh dutch winter, biking is by far the best way of transportation. Steamy sweat was inevitable. It happened time and again that after my first ride I started smelling. After my second ride back home, the deodorant I put my faith in had obviously let me down. I had been using deodorant for years. They lied. I am tempted to mention the possible hormonal and cancer risks of parabens, PEGs, synthetic fragrances and antibacterials, petrochemicals, or aluminum compounds. I also found that with a few simple ingredients you can easily prevent these micro organisms from thriving.

Trust me, I now smell amazing. The Three Essential ingredients 1. 2. No sew T-shirt reconstruction. I love to make things that are easy to make but with a big effect. For this t-shirt reconstruction is no sewing required.

It’s really easy to make but it looks lovely! You only need a few basic tools to make this t-shirt. From baggy t-shirt to cute shirt: let’s get started! Learn how to make this no sew t-shirt reconstruction after the jump. . . What you need for this no sew t-shirt reconstruction - baggy t-shirt - ribbon - scissors - fabric glue - crayon How to make this no sew t-shirt reconstruction Look at the image above for directions. TShirt custom : cut out and braid. Turn an old tee shirt into your new favorite top !

Super easy :) More DIY tutorials : Ce tuto en français est là > *********** Sorry, my english is not perfect <3 *********** You will need: cissors, needles and thread. Optionnal : a ruler + a chalk 0. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. . /! 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. TIP : if your tee is fragile and you don't want it to be damaged in the washing machine, put it in a close pillow case during laundry. No Sew, Tee-Shirt DIY #4 Liera. I did this one in about 10 minutes. Easy, no sew shirt out of a mens medium tee shirt. Great project for teens to do over the summer. I named this after a wonderful girl I work with. She is the most beautiful person inside and out and has the kindest heart.

Liera I just think you are amazing. Back Tutorial Things you need Tee-shirt~ I used a mens medium.ScissorsChalk Cut out the collar. Flip your shirt over so the back is facing you. With your chalk draw a shape like the one above. I eyeball everything This is about 10 inches across and about 10 inches down. draw lines going straight across about one inch apart. I did 5 lines but you can do more if you want. Cut each line. Careful not to cut the front of the shirt. Stretch gently to make the material tubular. cut a slit up one side of the shirt about 10 to 11 inches. Tie it to fit you.

All done Front I love easy Tee shirt re-do's Have a wonderful Friday. Lots of <3, Anne. It's a Book! It's a Bag! For today’s DIY I’m gonna show you all how to make a book bag. Now, when I say book bag I don’t mean a bag to carry your books around in. I mean an actual book made into a rad and totally useable handbag. Sound cool? Here’s how it’s done! You’ll need: A hardcover book (preferably with a pretty cover). Making the Purse Base: 1. 2. 3. Cutting out the pieces for the lining: 1. 2. After cutting all of your lining stuff out you should have five pieces in all: one book-size rectangle and four trapezoidal side-panel pieces.

Assembling the side panels: 1. 2. Adding the straps: 1. 2. Also, if your straps are leather (or pleather, vinyl, or any other thick/heavy material), you’re likely gonna need to weigh them down with something (weights, heavy books, etc.) while they dry. Making your book look less ugly (aka it’s time to get our deco on): This part of the tutorial is for those of you who weren’t able to get your hands on any books with neat-looking covers.

For decoupaging you’ll need: 1. 2. 3. 1. 2.