This simple DIY flower lace choker combines two of my favorite things from the nineties: daisies and chokers. I made my flower lace choker from a crochet daisy lace I found at Joann’s Fabrics, but any kind of lace will work for this project. Shop around for the different kinds of lace at the fabric store near you. This daisy chain was… View Post
DIY Choker Lariat Necklace
This choker lariat necklace style is everywhere right now. Chokers are way back. I haven’t worn a choker since middle school, really, so it feels like an exciting new wardrobe piece. They’re a great accent to all of the high neck and off shoulder styles right now. This choker diy imitates multiple wraps with crimp ribbon findings that make an adjustable clasp… View Post
DIY Silver-Plated Agate Coasters
Looking for a silver lining? These sleek silver-plated agate coasters are so easy to DIY. Agate slices come in so many beautiful colors. This marine tone works perfectly with our dining and living room, but turquoise and natural stone tones are also a lovely choice. Chris says the silver plating makes it look like they came from the moon. Or… View Post
DIY Flower Crown
Summer is in full swing, along with summer flowers and this diy flower crown if you’re looking for something to do with them. You don’t have to go to San Francisco to wear flowers in your hair. Although if you do go, here’s all the more reason to wear them. Flower crowns may look a little complicated at first glance, but they’re so… View Post
DIY Double Wrap Leather Beaded Bracelet
A double wrap leather beaded bracelet uses a technique called “laddering”, where beads are threaded between leather cord, like a ladder. These bracelets were popularized in the nineties with Chan Luu’s double wrap pearl bracelets. The lustrous sheen of a pearl does complement the sleekness of leather well, but I love the way these bracelets look with organic gemstones, sparkle beads,… View Post
July Moon Calendar
July somehow crept up on me! Where does the time go? This July Moon Calendar is an update on last month’s June Moon Calendar, which was fun to make and I loved looking at all month on my phone. This calendar is the perfect size for either a desktop or a mobile background. I’ll be using it on my mobile… View Post
DIY Turquoise Jewelry Set
Are you feeling a little matchy-matchy? This diy turquoise jewelry set is surprisingly easy to make on a lazy weekend morning. It took about an hour and a half to make, and I’ve gotten so many compliments on it that I thought I’d share it. I made this with gold findings so it could be paired with other gold pieces…. View Post
Decorating with Photo Prints
I love taking pictures, but rarely take the time to print them! Needing to put something up on our new walls, I recently bought some square photo prints from Artifact Uprising to decorate with. The prints came in looking beautiful, and at 5×5 with a white border they looked clean in a grid up on the wall. The photos I… View Post
DIY Rainbow Fishtail Braid Macrame Friendship Bracelet
Friendship Bracelets are the hallmark of my childhood. They always remind me of summer camp, days at the lake, and making giggling crafts together with friends. It’s never too late to stop making these! A friendship bracelet makes a great gift with a personal touch, or you can just make one for yourself because it looks cool. This design features a rainbow… View Post
DIY Chakra Bracelets
These chakra bracelets were made as a graduation gift to the other yogis in my teacher training. We made it! We are all officially yoga teachers now. I’ve been really into making beaded power bracelets lately, and get so many compliments, so I thought it would be fun to share with my friends! Since we’ve been learning all about the… View Post