The big trend in fashion and jewelry this year has been inspired by the 80s. Bold looks, bright colors, and handmade items are hot. For many of us it has been fun to revisit the crafts of our childhood (like friendship bracelets) with an updated twist. Three of the most popular handmade trends in jewelry right now are polymer jewelry, accessories made with beads, and leather earrings. Polymer … [Read more...] about Handmade Jewelry Trends for Fall
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DIY Macrame Necklace Tutorial
A bit of hemp, a few beads on hand, and I just had a flashback to the 70’s!!! Follow along for this groovy DIY macrame necklace tutorial. DIY macrame necklace tutorial supplies: Darice Fine Hemp Twine 2/0 Czech Glass Seed Beads Darice Split Key Rings Scissors Open the packet of hemp and fold the strand in half. Fold in half a few more times until you have a folded bundle … [Read more...] about DIY Macrame Necklace Tutorial
DIY Iridescent Statement Necklace
Have you heard of AB crystals? I learned about them recently and quickly fell in love! The AB stands for Aurora Borealis, which is so appropriate because these beads have a shimmery coating that will remind you of the stunning Northern Lights. The finish of these beads is perfect for making a statement necklace that will take any outfit to another level. I used them to make this DIY AB Crystal … [Read more...] about DIY Iridescent Statement Necklace
How to Make Your Own Borax Crystal Jewelry
Growing crystals is SO fun. If you haven't done it, this is going to be a treat. If you have already done it, you already know how exciting and cool it is! After I quickly teach you how to create these borax crystals, I've got 3 jewelry ideas for how YOU can use the crystals you just created! Borax crystals supplies: Borax Distilled Water Glass Jars Pipe Cleaners Big pot that … [Read more...] about How to Make Your Own Borax Crystal Jewelry
Trend Alert + Tutorial: Painted Leather Bridal Jacket
After a coworker asked me if I could make her a bridal jacket, I jumped on Google to see what she was talking about. I realized this was a super fun and emerging wedding trend: custom painted jackets (leather or denim). I decided to give it a go and I (and the bride-to-be) am thrilled with how it turned out! We've even included several free downloadable templates to get the whole bride tribe … [Read more...] about Trend Alert + Tutorial: Painted Leather Bridal Jacket
Make Your Own DIY Sea Shell Barrettes
These cute and colorful sea shell barrettes are easy to make and perfectly on trend for summer! You can make your own beautiful hair clips in any color combo you like with this fun and simple DIY project. Barrettes, hair clips, and bobby pins are all back in a big way, and I have been really enjoying getting into this trend, so it was definitely time for some DIY hair accessories. Since summer … [Read more...] about Make Your Own DIY Sea Shell Barrettes
