Even though its July, here is a really warm and fuzzy hoodie sent into Craftster. You can combine any patterns, colors, or prints that you like and if you follow this tutorial you will have a new hoodie in no time. You will need 2+ yards of main fabric, 1/2 yard lining (for the hood only; if you want to line the whole hoodie you will need more), 20" or longer separating zipper, 1/2-yard...
Here is a cool way to spunk up some old earrings or make new ones with LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology. The idea behind LED jewelry is simple. You connect the two sides of a battery to the two poles of the LED piece, and it lights up. While commercially made LED jewelry usually has a tiny circuit board with a battery-mounting clip, it is quite simple to construct something...
Love having matching lingerie? Now you can make it yourself with this idea posted to the Etsy SewUseful contest by mirela on instructables.com. Using stretch fabric that is so versatile and comfortable, you can have your own underwear and bra set in just a few simple steps.
You will need a sewing machine that can do a zigzag stitch and designs like pretty elastics are a necessity for...
Simple Macrame' Bracelet (or necklace)
Get out your hemp twine. if you don't want to use hemp there is a wide variety of colored cord you can chose from. the thicker the cord the bigger your bracelet or necklace.
Cut off two long strands.
Take one of the strands, fold it in half and loop it over a rounded stick such as a paint brush or pencil.
Do the same to the other...
Heres the super rad video, alteration guru David Page Coffin sent over
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRLCHj2mDFE
This is an awesome and original skirt that was found at the Maker Faire 2007. The effect can be used to help visibility in dark environments, or can just add a cool effect to your skirt, dress or any other article of clothing you feel like accessorizing. When you walk around, the flames resemble a moving bonfire. In addition to Maker Faire 2007, it has been featured in the Southern Exposure...
HOW TO TURN OLD JEANS INTO A STYLIN NEW SKIRT
First, take out your old jeans, lay them out flat on the table and cut about 12 inches off the legs. If you want, you can make it shorter later.
Take out your seam ripper. If you don't have a seam ripper, get one. They are cheap and will ROCK your DIY world!
Turn the pants inside out and with the seam ripper, start ripping the...
Hey guys, it's Mallory from MissMalaprop.com and Dismantled Designs. I wanted to let you know that we're planning a Trashion Street Team Trunk Show, to be held at the Etsy Labs in Brooklyn on Friday, July 27th. You can find out a little more about the Trashion Team HERE. Even if you don't live in Brooklyn, you can become a Trashion Street Team member in your area. If there are no teams in...
According to 52 Projects creator Jeffrey Yamaguchi, the site is, "dedicated to thinking outside the craft. It's all about projects and project-making. Project ideas, projects to create, projects to check out, and projects to participate in. DIY projects, homemade projects, writing projects..."
The site is updated daily featuring many categories of projects including DIY, writing,...
What happens when you leave fashion in the hands of computer guys? I went to the Dell fashion show at Macy’s this morning not quite sure what to expect. I thought that I would see an interesting fusion between fashion and Dell’s new line of computers. In reality, however, the catwalk was covered with models dressed in long white trench coats with white thigh-high boots and white...
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