The evil eye trend has been going strong, and I'm all about it. You can find it on everything these days... clothes and jewelry, pillows and posters. For my latest DIY project, I decided to combine it with one of my other obsessions: embroidery thread! The result was this statement DIY brooch accessory, made using plastic canvas and completed with tassels and rhinestones. Here's how to make … [Read more...] about Plastic Canvas Brooch with Stitched Eye Pattern
Jewelry
How to Make a Suncatcher Keychain
These keychain suncatchers are simple to make and look gorgeous when the sun strikes them! Use them as a keychain or add a loop on the end instead of a split ring and hang them in a window. When the sun hits them, they create tons of tiny little rainbows throughout the space! My daughter and I made one of these for each of the females in our family and they were all a hit. Follow along as I teach … [Read more...] about How to Make a Suncatcher Keychain
St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Shamrock Pin
After the busy end-of-the-year holiday season and Valentine's Day, I'm usually both physically and creatively exhausted so unfortunately, St. Patrick's Day doesn't get a ton of attention. Of course, that doesn't mean that holiday gets completely overlooked. We just have to stick to quick and easy ideas like this DIY St. Patrick's Day lucky pin. I love that this adorable accessory can be made in … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Shamrock Pin
Safety Pin Star Design Sweatshirt
When it comes to craft supplies, safety pins are some of the most underrated inventions. After all, they're insanely functional. Just ask any DIYer! When they're used in a certain way, safety pins can also be pretty stylish. Take this $168 star studded pullover by Free People, for example. It uses safety pins as embellishments to create a sparkling design. Luckily, safety pins are ridiculously … [Read more...] about Safety Pin Star Design Sweatshirt
DIY Layered Chain Fringe Necklace
I love saving scraps from past projects. It's a great way to save remnants from the trash! Granted, it can get a little crazy sometimes. (Fellow crafters, I know you feel me on this one.) But once there's a chance to use them, it all becomes worth it. So, for this layered DIY fringe necklace, I combined chain scraps with Darice beads to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. The texture of this piece … [Read more...] about DIY Layered Chain Fringe Necklace
True North Compass Keychain Gift
Am I the only one that thinks finding little gifts for guys is incredibly difficult? Sure, they love big technology gifts or the latest power tool but what are you suppose to do if you don't want (or can't!) drop hundreds of dollars? This sentimental but minimal True North DIY compass keychain is the perfect answer. Made with rustic looking metals, this keychain is perfect for any man or woman who … [Read more...] about True North Compass Keychain Gift
