Tutorials for Recycling T-Shirts So way way back, in June, I wrote this Studio Organization post, about starting the process of organizing my studio by cleaning out the closet full of junk. Well, it's September and...let's just say the closet is a work in progress. Some of the things that are taking up space in the closet are shirts that I never wear anymore. Here are some tutorials for recycling shirts: Check out these t-shirt scarves! Create cute little bows for accessories or packaging with this tutorial. Gorgeous ruffled pillow tutorial here. Looks like I have a lot of projects ahead of me to keep me from cleaning out my closet!
Tutorial : DIY Nautical Headband How to make a Nautical HeadbandMaterials:-4 yds of rope or ribbon cut into 4 equal strands-1/2 yd 1 inch twill-hair band-sewing needle-thread The following pictures show you step by step how to make the sailor's knot with your first two strands of rope. Pay careful attention to which strand is on top or under the other. For more help click here. Now take your third and fourth strands of rope and snake them side by side into the knot by the first two strands. Slowly pull the knot tighter, keeping it even and the knot flat. Here is a closeup of how the knot should look now. Take your needle and thread and about 1 inch from the knot sew together the four strands of rope to keep them flat on the back.. Repeat on the other side. Here is the front. Trim your ropes so that all of the ends are even and the whole thing is about 19 inches long with the knot at about 7 1/2 inches (so that it is on the side of your head). Cut two pieces of twill at about 3 inches. Fold at about 1/4 inch. Here it is on.
DIY Transparent Clutch – HonestlyWTF Phil Oh spotted this elegant Charlotte Olympia Pandora clutch during Paris Fashion Week and we spotted a DIY. Prada, Chanel & Fendi seem to be seeing clearly too because let’s face it, nothing says “I ain’t got shit to hide” like a transparent clutch. You’ll start by drilling a hole at the top of the plastic box. Use a drill bit that is one size larger than the diameter of the bolt on the knob, otherwise the plastic might crack. Push the knob through the hole of the box and replace the washer and nut. Voila! (top image by Phil Oh for Vogue.com, rest of images by Honestly…WTF)
Paper Fortune Cookie Favors by La La Laurie Double Strand Lace Headband Today’s headband DIY is how to make a Double Strand Headband. This headband is made almost exactly the same way as the Single Lace Headband. All you need is 36 inches of lace or ribbon 1 inch width or narrower. I used 1/2 inch width lace from Joann’s Fabrics. 3 1/2 inches of braided elastic 3/8 inch width or larger. Cut the lace so that you have two strands that are 18 inches long. Lay the end of one length of lace over the other as the picture shows. After you have the ends lined up lay the elastic over the top so they overlap by 3/4 of an inch or so. Then with a sewing machine or by hand stitch across the two layers of lace and the elastic. After you have sewn one side do the same to the other side. I leave mine this way because usually the elastic and stitching are hidden by my hair.
Natural Dyes From Plants - Pioneer Thinking Did you know that a great source for natural dyes can be found right in your own back yard! Roots, nuts and flowers are just a few common natural ways to get many colors. Yellow, orange, blue, red, green, brown and grey are available. Gathering plant material for dyeing: Blossoms should be in full bloom, berries ripe and nuts mature. To make the dye solution: Chop plant material into small pieces and place in a pot. Getting the fabric ready for the dye bath: You will have to soak the fabric in a color fixative before the dye process. Color Fixatives: Salt Fixative (for berry dyes) 1/2 cup salt to 8 cups cold water Plant Fixatives (for plant dyes) 4 parts cold water to 1 part vinegar Add fabric to the fixative and simmer for an hour. Dye Bath: Place wet fabric in dye bath. Muslin, silk, cotton and wool work best for natural dyes and the lighter the fabric in color, the better. NOTE: It’s best to use an old large pot as your dye vessel. Shades of ORANGE – Alder (Alnus rubra) (Bark)- orange
laurie cinotto art + craft Cute and Modest Swimsuits I always have the hardest time trying to find a cute and modest swimsuit. Once again Iv'e found myself searching for the perfect suit. In my search I have found some cute suits and some fun websites that I wanted to share with you...as I am sure you will be in search of one sometime soon. Here is what I've found: 1- Shade Clothing- basic yet cute available in solids or patterns, priced around $30 for top, $54 for one piece. 2- Lime Ricki - fun patterns with retro look, priced around $45 for top, $62 for one piece. 3- Downeast - 10 styles to pick from, about $37 for top. 4- Modbe Clothing - 11 styles to pick from. 5- Divina Sole - $99 to design your own suit, super cute styles! 6- Rey Swimwear - Fun and hip suits, anywhere from $50 -$80. 7- Hapari - Lots of tankinis to pick from priced around $50 for top. 10- Landsend - Lots of tanks and one pieces. 11- Target - Huge selection of suits under $50. 12- Kohls - Huge selection online and in store. 13- JCPenny - Huge selection online and in store.
Starmoss: Doo.Ri Tights What you’ll need: Patterend lace tights (or leggings), very thin needle, thread, scissors, and a set of beads varying from sizes to colours to shapes. I chose two neutral colours (white and cream/gold), one complimentary (blue), one pot of sequin for the sparkle and a satin pearl pot for texture. Wearing the tights will be the easiest way to apply the beads. Pull the thread out to the necessary length needed for that section (usually 25-30cm) and make a firm double knot. Keep varying between beads and sequins and other decorations – once an area is done, finish with a double knot. Repeat. Tights H&M | Shoes Chloé I went for a more royalty-inspired embellishment than the exact copy of Doo.Ri. For this kind of beading (vines and chunks) better pick densely-woven tights like mine. Good luck!
Wallflowers I never seem to grow tired of flowers. And this version reminds me of being a kid, with a grown-up twist. Did you ever make those tissue paper flowers in grade school? You know, where you fold them up like a fan and then pull the petals back? Yep, that’s what we’re doing here! And the white ones look like real magnolias to me. These are very easy to make and add a lovely touch to any sort of Celebration or even your day-to-day decor. Let’s get started! I used nice 3-ply, party-style paper napkins for this project. I purchased my napkins at IKEA because they usually have unique colors, such as the Chartreuse below. You can use any size of napkin you’d like but I really liked the large over-sized look for a wall, so I used the largest size IKEA napkins (and some smaller ones for the centers). Okay, no rocket science here. Grab about 4 Large napkins: Unfold them and lay them on top of each other in a pile: Now start folding your stack of napkins up like a fan, or accordion: Should look like this:
No-Slip Headband Tutorial Hey, don’t knock it ’till you try it! These babies don’t move a centimeter all.day.long. And no, they do not pull your hair out when you take them off! Let me show you how I made each one! Although slightly different, all three “styles” of headband follow the same construction, just with small variations. 1. 2. Once you’ve sewn on your Velcro, this is what you’ll end up with. 3. Just to keep all the sides clear, here is what I mean by WRONG sides. 5. a) Fold down the end of the Velcro ribbon toward the center, just to where the Velcro starts.b) Flip the whole thing over, and repeat using the outside ribbon. Again, only insert it into one side (for now!) 6. 7. But be sure to STOP at the end of each side – don’t sew the other opening shut! Here is how I recommend sewing your headband: 8. 9. And you’re all done! To make the headband with a fabric top, you start the same way! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Finish the headband the same way as above. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Again, start the same way: 2. 3.
how to: repair a shattered eyeshadow How to repair your shattered eyeshadow. Today I’m going to share something with you, something precious and close to me. It will help you preserve your sanity and hard earned dollars. It might be a little bit of fun for your Monday too, but I don’t want to assume things on your behalf. Have you ever shattered a brand new eyeshadow? I’m here to help with a makeup tip from the pros. Are you here from StumbleUpon? fixed eyeshadow container So, a little while ago I discovered makeup tutorials on YouTube. Where I found this tip and trick how to repair shattered eye shadow I don’t even have time enough in the day to watch all the good stuff out there. Do you ever break your eyeshadow? I’m here to teach you how to repair it. Here’s what you need: shattered eyeshadowcoin {I used an American quarter}rubbing alcoholtissuebutter knifemedicine squirter{not pictured} plastic bag or plastic wrap eyeshadow with plastic lid Step 1: Get everything together Step 2: Tear it all down back to the basics Allison