Triple Stud Ring – a little tough, a little sweet, a lot cool
We’re so excited to continue to add to our amazing crew of writers at we heart this. Today, we want to give a big welcome to Kirsten, who will be sharing her crafty ways with the lucky wht readers every month. A fan of vintage everything (but especially shoes) with a love of art, music, beauty, fashion, she’s a wht chick after our own hearts! And make sure to check Kirsten’s blog, Studs and Pearls for tons of inspirational photographs, musical fun and loads more tutorials. ~ wht As many of you creative ladies know, studs and multi-finger rings are some of the most well loved fashion trends right now. Double and triple finger rings are such significant statement pieces, and can really bring an outfit to an entirely new level. My love of studs and my love of jewelry making crossed paths (along with inspiration from high end, designer multi-finger rings) – and the triple stud ring was born. all photos: kirsten for we heart this ** Any kind of adjustable ring blank will do. Instructions:
michael ann made.: woven friendship bracelet tutorial
i love the summer friendship bracelet trend that i keep seeing in blog land, so i thought it would be fun to share with you another way to weave a friendship bracelet. one of the parents at work showed me this technique of using a circular cardboard loom and i love how quick it goes, you can easily finish a bracelet in one sitting. - cardboard - something small and circular (like a teacup or ramekin) - scissors, ruler, pen - embroidery thread in pretty colors , thin yarn, or ribbon trace a circle onto your cardboard, and use a ruler to draw 8 lines cut a small ways into each line, between 1/2 an inch to an inch and make a hole in the middle of the circle where all the lines intersect. cut 7 strands of embroidery floss, about 24 inches long and tie them together with a slip knot. pull your thread bundle through the hole in your cardboard with the knot right up next to the hole and use a little piece of tape to hold it in place while you start. now for the fun part!
stripes and sequins: DIY-spiration from Lizzie Fortunato
These “Storm the Palace” necklaces from Lizzie Fortunato are totally swoon-worthy and would be seriously easy (and cheap) to make. Definitely a great future DIY project. I adore the rope toggle closure.
DIY Chevron + Chain Necklace
Summer isn’t complete without a bright, punchy necklace. I’ve been inspired by all of the bright necklaces in stores this summer (this and this being at the top of my wish list,) and wanted to make something that I can wear while I’m at home all week on the Cape (or all summer long, for that matter.) Preppy, fun and bright… what could be better? I also made a red, white, and blue version to wear on the fourth, so be sure to scroll all the way down to see how that one turned out. {I paired her with stripes, a bright manicure, and my handmade “Grace” ring from Madison Elizabeth Designs.} Materials /Where to Buy: 2mm Macrame Cord in two colors // Chunky (17mm) Gold Chain // Embroidery Floss // Lighter // Embroidery Needle 1. 5. 9. 13.
Some More Snake Bead DIY-spiration... from DANNIJO
While perusing the new arrivals section at DANNIJO today, I stumbled upon a few more pieces that incorporate snake beads. (Thank you to Erin at Thanks I Made It) for cluing me into what those lovely chevron shaped beads are when I wrote about the Isabel Marant bracelet here.) I love these bracelets. DANNIJO sells them for $80, which isn’t expensive for a DANNIJO piece, but you could easily make them for $10 – $15. I also adore this necklace. I ordered a whole bunch of snake beads today – to make these and the Isabel Marant bracelet… so you can expect a tutorial in the coming weeks. Have you experimented with snake beads before?
chains necklace
I stumbled upon this site today via Daily Candy and am now dying to make (or attempt to make) pretty much everything on the site. This one’s my favorite. I’ve got a pile of pyrite beads sitting at home, just waiting to be DIY’d into a bracelet like this… (and maybe a necklace to match.) Faux suede cord + gold nugget beads = easy peasy. Reminds me a bit of Honestly WTF’s hex-nut bracelet. I’m sure the hardware store has something similar. Positively lovely – chunky chains and easy to make with variegated chains and two extra-large jump rings.
Cord and Chain Double Wrap Bracelet
The Braided Chain Bracelet tutorial that I posted back in August was so well loved, that I decided to do yet another bracelet tutorial. This one doesn't involve braiding, but it uses the same concept of incorporating some sort of thread/cord into chain. (By the way - Check out S&P's Facebook fan page for an entire album full of other talented ladies' versions of the Braided Chain Bracelet! I've gotten submissions from people as far away as Texas, Romania, and Denmark. ) I spotted CC Skye's Thompson Double Wrap Bracelet on CoutureCandy.com about a month ago - I loved how the leather cord adds a touch of badass to the chain. CC Skye - Thompson Double Wrap Bracelet (Polyvore.com/Zappos.com) Thompson Double Wrap Bracelet, $264 (CoutureCandy.com) Supplies:- Curb chain (I used brass) - At least 60 inches of cord (The original version used leather. 1) Measure a length of chain that will fit comfortably around your wrist. 2) Insert the cord through the topmost link in one of the strands. xokirsten
Wrap It Up bracelet on StyleCaster
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Tassel Time on StyleCaster
A step by step guide to your hardware store DIY dreams. All Photos: Photo: Daniela Jacobs Find out more about the multitalented Daniela Jacobs on her site.
climbing rope Neon Bracelet on StyleCaster
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ball neclace
If you were to map out my typical shopping track record, it might go a little something like this: I see it. I like it. I buy it. But since meeting Erica Domesek , the face behind the blog P.S – I Made This , which as of September 1 will officially launch as a book, I’ve become inspired to take up an alternate mantra. Starting with a pair of scissors, I’m looking to slowly make my way to credit card relief one bead and snip of the scissors at a time. The tagline for Domesek’s blog-turned-book reads “I see it. So first off, tell us about your blog, P.S. – I Made This. Erica Domesek of P.S – I Made This. What are you doing when youre not blogging? Can you remember the first DIY you ever did? Sounds fun! We can totally relate what was the most time consuming DIY youve ever done? Buy the book starting September 1 Not going to lie, were a little intimidated by glue guns and pliers. One tool you couldnt live without: Its a 2-way tie between my scissors and glue gun. Big Ball Necklace: Steps:
