I just don’t have enough springy jewelry in my wardrobe, and this subtle, colorful bracelet makes me think of something I’d find at an indie craft fair or an indie online shop. You know, a bold piece you don’t see a gillion variations of walking down the street. And that’s just my style!
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Fun-mazing Jewelry DIYs
Looking at these 6 ideas, aren’t you inspired? Yesterday I shared my take on a DIY jewelry project, these fun little crochet rings. Careful readers might remember my mentioning that I designed that pattern as part of a quarterly collab of 7 bloggers, all of whom have become my internet (and when we can work it out!) real life friends. Isn’t the internet amazing?
DIY Light-Up Cuff Bracelet
Etextiles are pretty cool, but somehow actually attempting an electronics project didn’t happen until this week. I’m so glad I finally took a workshop because they’re SO COOL. And not nearly as scary as I thought. Not by a long shot. Today’s tutorial covers the very basics of working with LED bulbs and creating a simple circuit with conductive thread to make a bracelet that lights up when you wear it.
DIY Color Blocked Glitter Bangle Bracelet
Don’t you just love a DIY that takes something that cost a quarter and makes it look like a million bucks? Well, maybe not a million, but more than 25 cents! I got a bangle bracelet at a thrift store years ago and realized I hadn’t been wearing it at all as it was, so a quickie makeover was in order!
Best Balloon Ideas
My favorite balloon DIY projects to inspire you to craft with this fun, staticky party staple.
10 DIY Knotted Jewelry Projects
Knotted accessories are super fun to make, and they’re also a really affordable way to add some DIY to your style.
Style this DIY: Knotted Metallic Belt
A Greek-inspired look complete with lightweight accessories and the hottest hues of the summer.
Weekly Reader
Home improvements, craft ideas, my most recent reads and … is that Ernest Hemingway?
Weekly Reader
Boozy spring treats, DIY style ideas, home decor projects, and a roundup of what I’ve been up to this week!