… because some things are just too fabulous to DIY, you need the real deal. You can find them all here and then some or check your local flea market or thrift shops for some vintage treasures. Think 60’s & 70’s and the bigger the better! Size matters! 😉 * … and Happy Earth Day! …
Wild Boar Tusks, Antlers & Rabbit’s Foot Charm Bracelet …that’s not a bracelet at all
How amazing is this vintage charm bracelet? …except it wasn’t originally made for everyday fashion but is traditional jewelry for a man’s lederhosen outfit. It’s made of small wild boar tusks, antlers and rabbits foot for good luck! Charivari (which mans “jumbled up”) is the Bavarian name for a chain – originally only worn by …
Knotted Ribbon Statement Necklace or Belt DIY
* I used 7/8″ wide Black Grosgrain Ribbonfor the base and 5/8″ wide Grosgrain Ribbonin Forest Green,Navy,Black,as well as 7/8″ Grayfor the design * Scissors * Blue Moon Metal Corrugated Beads, Round-Silver * Did not use the needle & thread * Cut your base {using 7/8″ Black Grosgrain Ribbon} about 60″ long {I’d rather start …
DIY Faux Fur Leopard Print Scarf
Ralph Lauren long-haired shearling scarf $595 ~ See more fur scarves at Saks $175-$495 * Faux fur : I had a yard cut {$12.99} then found pre-cut leopard print fur in the trim section {of JoAnn’s} and ended up using that. It’s 4-1/2″ inches wide & $4.99 a yard. I bought almost 3 yards of …
Socks & Shoes & Shoes & Socks
  It’s obvious that I’M into the socks with heels look but how do YOU feel about the trend? The duo seem to be on every leg that comes down every runway lately and obviously it flatters the 10′ tall 100lb models with legs for days but does it always, if ever, work for the …
Socks & Shoes & Shoes & Socks
  It’s obvious that I’M into the socks with heels look but how do YOU feel about the trend? The duo seem to be on every leg that comes down every runway lately and obviously it flatters the 10′ tall 100lb models with legs for days but does it always, if ever, work for the …
Leather Strand Necklace or Decor DIY
* Leather scraps {thinner leather is better for this}. I used the left-over squares I cut out while making my DIY YSL Cage Sandals …however, you could also use a thick upholstery fabric for this project instead* Scissors* Needle & thread, thimble & pliers * Cut squares {or any shape you’d like} mine were about …
Glam Feather Accessories DIY Collar & Anklets
I gladly accepted New York Design Shop’s Create Couture DIY Blogger Challenge who then sent me & 9 other DIYers a box of goodies to get creative with and this is one of mine. * about 20″ of feather fringe {depending on ankle size}* satin ribbon* needle & thread * wearing the shoes you want …
Caftan + Squash Blossom Necklace + Sun Hat
What I’m Wearing* Black caftan from Nayacos -Etsy shop* Vintage squash blossom turquoise necklace found on Ebay a couple years ago before I knew it had a silly name like “squash blossom” …I just liked it but now they are selling for crazy high prices. I love that there are so many varieties {though mine …
Organizing my Accessories & Costume Jewelry
When we moved into our house in January I knew I would finally get my grandma’s antique desk that I have loved and cherished since I was a kid. Originally an antique, in the late 60’s/early 70’s, my grandpa painted it this olive green with gold leaf accents as well as hand painted the little …
Zig-Zag Loop Rope Necklace DIY
This DIY is from the M&J Trim DIY Challenge last week which is why it’s pink …but a nautical color scheme would be my first choice for this project. * 3/16″ Twisted Cord {Rope} -3yards * Ribbon of choice {I used 3″ cream sparkle satin ribbon -about 22 inches on each side} * Beginning at …
Dupioni Silk Ribbon RosesNecklace, Belt, or in your Hair DIY
Materials:* 2″ Dupioni Silk Ribbon in Amour & Cameo – about 3 yards each {they have more colors to choose from}* Loose faux pearls* Gutermann Thread in Petal Pink & Eggshell …Needle/Scissors {for all projects} Steps:1. With the silk ribbon, create two large flowers {by twisting/bunching/stitching together} in the darker shade & about 5 small …
M&J DIY Challenge ~ Pretty in Pink
A couple weeks ago I received an email from M&J Trim asking if I’d like to participate in a little DIY challenge. And with my vacation coming up I knew I’d have some free time to complete this mission …so I accepted the challenge. A few days later a package arrived at my doorstep and …
Safety Pin Belt DIY or Necklace, Choker, or Cuff
Last week while rummaging through my fabric and notions closet I found this safety pin belt I created in November of 2009. I originally wanted the safety pins to go entirely around the waist and since I ran out of pins I left it unfinished …or so I thought. When I found it the other …