http://www.threadbanger.com/en-usCopyright Information available at http://www.ThreadBanger.comThe Secret Life of a Bio Nerd is hosted by K.L. Cao. The show features both beauty and DIY fashion How-To's for hair, make-up, and clothing. Sewing can be chic and trendy. You can make anything you see in the magazine. All it takes is some thread and a few pieces of fabric.Next New NetworksNext New Networkscontact@threadbanger.comFashionTips, SecretLifeOfABioNerd, tutorials, DIYFashion, fashion, clothing, hair, makeup, MakeUp, HairStyling, BeautyTutorials, BeautyTips, clothing, style, celebrity, sewing, knitting, ThreadBanger http://images.nextnewnetworks.com/03f1d726606c191029a140715e96269b.jpghttp://www.threadbanger.com/nohttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110331_1/doric-chiton-spring-dress-secretlifeofabionerd21706A simple cute dress to make and wear during the spring!Many thanks to Bernina for sponsoring this video!Stuff:Mesh: Was given to me by my school.Knit: Was given to me by my school.Elastic: Ebay 150 yds for $15.00!Dot to Dot Paper: Ebay Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.bionerd.weebly.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162Disclaimer: Products were all bought or given to me by my school because I pay for my tuition.  Bernina did sponsor this videoSecret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYA simple cute dress to make and wear during the spring!Many thanks to Bernina for sponsoring this video!Stuff:Mesh: Was given to me by my school.Knit: Was given to me by my school.Elastic: Ebay 150 yds for $15.00!Dot to Dot Paper: Ebay Twitter: www.14:42noThu, 31 Mar 2011 13:42:01 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110324/baby-doll-s-sucker-punch-box-pleat-skirt-with-yoke-secretlifeofabionerd21659I can’t wait to see Sucker Punch! I am a nerd for movies like this.  Hot chicks fighting off evil FTW!  Thought a cute little skirt would be fun to add to my excitement for the movie. How to put a zipper into the skirt: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-pX40CLlgUStuff:Fabric from  JoAnn FabricsZippers from a garage sale, and I ended up buying a box of 100.Buttons from JoAnnOak-Tag Paper I steal religiously from school.  Can I say that? You can buy it from Ebay or even just use a folder.  Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.bionerd.weebly.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162Disclaimer: Products were all bought or given to me by my school because I pay for my tuition.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYI can’t wait to see Sucker Punch! I am a nerd for movies like this.  Hot chicks fighting off evil FTW!  Thought a cute little skirt would be fun to add to my excitement for the movie. How to put a zipper into the skirt: http://www.youtube.com/wat11:47noThu, 24 Mar 2011 10:28:59 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110331/dresspro-com-customized-dresses-for-special-occasions-secretlifeofabionerd-diy21636If you want to try something different for prom or for your graduation or any special event, it would be cool to have a dress made for you.  It was a pretty neat idea, so I thought I would share the product with you guys through the review.  Hope some of the info was informative!Tulip Bead Dress: http://www.dressespro.com/tulip-beaded-satin-cocktail-dress-dppd306-p-422.htmlPeep Toe Cross Over Heel: http://www.dressespro.com/peep-toe-crossover-heeled-shoes-dpms200-p-1849.htmlFree shipping to U.S , Canada, and UK.Code: secretlifeofabionerd for 5% off orderTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.bionerd.weebly.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162Disclaimer: Products were provided by dresspro.comSecret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYIf you want to try something different for prom or for your graduation or any special event, it would be cool to have a dress made for you.  It was a pretty neat idea, so I thought I would share the product with you guys through the review.  Hope s8:28noMon, 21 Mar 2011 12:51:15 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110210/diy-teddy-for-v-day-secretlifeofabionerd21389Why drop $50.00 for a highly over priced teddy bear when we all know that it will be marked down at least 75% when this corporate holiday is over.  Make it more memorable by making your own teddy bear!Stuff:Pattern:  It’s on my blog read the directions on how to download it : http://bionerd.weebly.com/2/post/2011/02/diy-teddy-bear-with-pattern.htmlPuffy Paint at art store or buttons for eyes and nosies!Music: Ting Ma Ma De Hua Instrumental http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJG8m2e1__MTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.bionerd.weebly.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162Disclaimer: Products were all purchased by me. If I don’t like it, you won’t see it kapeesh?Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYWhy drop $50.00 for a highly over priced teddy bear when we all know that it will be marked down at least 75% when this corporate holiday is over.  Make it more memorable by making your own teddy bear!Stuff:Pattern:  It’s on my blog read the dire9:20noThu, 10 Feb 2011 10:34:29 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110203/valentine-ribbon-heart-trinket-secretlifeofabionerd21328Sometimes I like to work on really tedious projects such as ribbon art. There is something so beautiful and delicate about each piece that is finished.  In the spirit of Valentines Day I decided to show you how to make a heart out of ribbons.  It’s hard, but so precious!Stuff:RibbonsTweezersHurt InstrumentalTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.bionerd.weebly.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162Disclaimer: Products were all purchased by me. If I don’t like it, you won’t see it kapeesh?Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYSometimes I like to work on really tedious projects such as ribbon art. There is something so beautiful and delicate about each piece that is finished.  In the spirit of Valentines Day I decided to show you how to make a heart out of ribbons.  It�11:05noThu, 03 Feb 2011 10:37:30 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110120/sewing-basics-1-putting-in-zipper-for-a-skirt-secretlifeofabionerd21178I am slowly going to add a few basics to my videos. There will be a new playlist in the future for all of the sewing basics.  Even if you are pro, it’s always good to refresh some of your skills.  Good luck with putting in a zipper!Products:Basting TapeZipper FootZipperMusic:It hurts InstrumentalTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162Disclaimer: Products were all purchased by me. If I don’t like it, you won’t see it kapeesh?Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYI am slowly going to add a few basics to my videos. There will be a new playlist in the future for all of the sewing basics.  Even if you are pro, it’s always good to refresh some of your skills.  Good luck with putting in a zipper!Products:Basti6:05noThu, 20 Jan 2011 10:26:05 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20110113/chinese-can-lanterns-with-ribbon-birds-secretlifeofabionerd21126I love love ribbon origami. One of the most delicate piece of art you can create for just a few dollars. I also love playing with coke cans because they make my mom cringe.  Here is a very neat way to make a cute trinket to hang around your household. I like to believe that anything hand made is full of good luck! How could it not be? It’s made with love right? Products: Soda Can Old Ribbons from presents Music: Fa Ru Xue Instrumental Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02 Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.com Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=ts Disclaimer: Products were purchased by me. If I don’t like it, you won’t see it Kapeesh?Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYI love love ribbon origami. One of the most delicate piece of art you can create for just a few dollars. I also love playing with coke cans because they make my mom cringe.  Here is a very neat way to make a cute trinket to hang around your house7:50noThu, 13 Jan 2011 11:56:04 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101224/d-i-y-bunny-ornaments-soda-can-ornaments-and-starbucks-snowflake-secretlifeofabionerd20937When I used to live at home, every year I would bust out my parents' Christmas tree and spend a whole day decorating it.  I loved making my own ornaments and have been doing it since I was in 5th grade. Here are a few of my favorite D.I.Y ornaments.   Stuff: Clear Ornaments: Michaels Paint: Hobby Lobby Puffy Paint: Wal-Mart Fleece: JoAnn Fabrics Dr.Pepper Soda Can White Copy Paper   Music:I need a girl instrumental   Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02 BLOG: www.bionerd.weebly.com Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=178537304162 Disclaimer: All products are purchased by me unless stated otherwise.  If I don’t like anything I will not use it in a video. Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYWhen I used to live at home, every year I would bust out my parents' Christmas tree and spend a whole day decorating it.  I loved making my own ornaments and have been doing it since I was in 5th grade. Here are a few of my favorite D.I.Y ornamen6:58noThu, 23 Dec 2010 10:54:41 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101216/d-i-y-decorative-pillow-case-secretlifeofabionerd20855Decorative pillows can really stick their hands into your billfold.  Why not make your own? I was lucky enough to have been to a few interior design show rooms that gave away their discontinued fabric swatches. Some of these were selling for over $200 a yard!  I am very fortunate to have found such a huge staple of fabric! Stuff: Fabrics: From local Interior design show rooms.   Music: House of Jungle by Megawolf77 http://megawolf77.newgrounds.com/   Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02 BLOG: www.bionerd.weebly.com Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=178537304162   Disclaimer: All products are purchased by me unless stated otherwise.  If I don’t like anything I will not use it in a video. Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYDecorative pillows can really stick their hands into your billfold.  Why not make your own? I was lucky enough to have been to a few interior design show rooms that gave away their discontinued fabric swatches. Some of these were selling for over3:08noThu, 16 Dec 2010 10:00:10 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101213_1/how-to-knit-a-warm-scarf-secretlifeofabionerd20853I learned how to knit a while back in High School. At first I didn’t think anything of it, but now I am so glad that I took out the time to learn.  Knitting is extremely relaxing, and the rewards are fanatastic!  Stuff:Yarn from Michael’sNeedles from Michael’s Music: I need a Girl Instrumental Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02BLOG: www.bionerd.weebly.comFacebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=178537304162 Disclaimer: All products are purchased by me unless stated otherwise.  If I don’t like anything I will not use it in a video. Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYI learned how to knit a while back in High School. At first I didn’t think anything of it, but now I am so glad that I took out the time to learn.  Knitting is extremely relaxing, and the rewards are fanatastic!  Stuff:Yarn from Michael’sNeedl6:16noMon, 13 Dec 2010 11:31:42 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SKB_20101202/holiday-how-to-make-a-santa-hat-elf-hat-and-stockings-secretlifeofabionerd20686Note: I caught a cold while in Dallas, so I am kind of out of it. haha let me know of my Sudafed mistakes! Holiday hats are so fun! I love wearing my Santa hat around my house during the winter.  It keeps me warm and it makes me look so jolly.  You can make this with no sewing experience. It's so easy. The same hat technique is used to make stockings.  I love double whammy DIY projects! Stuff: Red, Green, White Polar Fleece  at JoAnn Fabrics Ribbon Michaels Craft Storehttp://www.joann.com/?&rId=CJT&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=TextLink&utm_campaign=HomepageMusic:I don't care Instrumental Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYNote: I caught a cold while in Dallas, so I am kind of out of it. haha let me know of my Sudafed mistakes! Holiday hats are so fun! I love wearing my Santa hat around my house during the winter.  It keeps me warm and it makes me look so jolly.  You4:09noThu, 02 Dec 2010 10:00:00 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101118/chic-seat-cover-for-holiday-decorating-secretlifeofabionerd20544This idea came straight from a book that I found at the Half Price Book Store.  More Creative Sewing Ideas:http://www.amazon.com/CREATIVE-SEWING-Singer-Reference-Library/dp/0865732779/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1289802272&sr=1-1  . The directions were a bit confusing so I thought it would be nice to recreate the tutorial into video form.  This is a simple way to really add more holiday spirit to your cheery home.  You can use it in so many other ways if you stick with just white fabric. Remember to use different colors, textures, and ribbons.  Have fun and Happy Holidays! Stuff: White Muslin JoAnn Fabrics: http://www.joann.com/?&rId=CJT&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=TextLink&utm_campaign=HomepageMusic:Tropical Holiday by DatNoob: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/165624Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYThis idea came straight from a book that I found at the Half Price Book Store.  More Creative Sewing Ideas:http://www.amazon.com/CREATIVE-SEWING-Singer-Reference-Library/dp/0865732779/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1289802272&sr=1-1  . The directio2:53noThu, 18 Nov 2010 11:56:40 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101111/ruffled-holiday-dress-secretlifeofabionerd20517A quick, simple and easy dress for any seamstress to make for the holidays.  You can even do this by hand, it really is that easy!  Remember that you will get a more luxurious effect if the dress is made out of satin, more structure if with taffeta and a more bubbliness with bobbinet.  The holidays are crazy, and a dress is not what you want to be spending time on.How to Make Leggings: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhEIqkmv1nsStuff:Bobbinet: Hancock FabricsLining Fabric: JoAnn¾ inch Elastic: JoAnnMusic:DBSK Millionaire Love instrumentalTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYA quick, simple and easy dress for any seamstress to make for the holidays.  You can even do this by hand, it really is that easy!  Remember that you will get a more luxurious effect if the dress is made out of satin, more structure if with taffeta3:03noThu, 11 Nov 2010 10:59:03 ESThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101104/how-to-make-leggings-with-m6173-pattern-by-mccalls-secretlifeofabionerd20448I was born in the fall, and I embrace fall fashion with every stitch in my sewing.  Aside from not liking to match colors, I love to layer as well. One basic piece you should definitely have for fall would be leggings.  They never go out of style, and even if they do they will always come back (Ahem Italian Renaissance Hose worn by  men). Cute textured leggings can cost anywhere from $7.00 to $20.00 a pair.  Whip up a few that are comfortable for you, as well as suitable for your fashion sense.  Have fun and be creative!Stuff:Everything were purchased from JoAnn Fabrics or stated otherwise
 ¾ Inch white elasticMesh Stretching Netting: Garage saleStrip fabric was bought at Wal-Mart . Sad that they closed their fabric section..LAME!Rotary Board by OlfaPattern: http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6173-products-11288.php?page_id=114 I bought it from JoAnn when they had the 99 cents pattern sale.  Pattern B is used.Music:Bu de Bu Ai InstrumentalTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYI was born in the fall, and I embrace fall fashion with every stitch in my sewing.  Aside from not liking to match colors, I love to layer as well. One basic piece you should definitely have for fall would be leggings.  They never go out of style, 5:28noThu, 04 Nov 2010 10:49:00 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101028/halloween-2010-treats-d-cor-gelato-s-costume-secretlifeofabionerd20343This will officially be my last Halloween video for 2010.  I am quite sad since I had so much fun doing all of the looks.  I felt that I needed to do this video to pleasantly wrap everything up.  First I am going to give you a few cute treat ideas you can do with kids or just for your late night Halloween enjoyment.  Then a video ideas on how to decorate your ghostly home, and lastly a quick costume for your pet!Links to Decorations:Giant Trash Bag Spider: http://family.go.com/video/trash-bag-tarantula-613147-v/Glowing Ghosts: http://www.ehow.co.uk/list_7355078_halloween-crafts-using-glow-sticks.htmlWitches Cauldron: http://scaryjane.com/witches-brew-with-ice-hands.htmlStuff:Hershey HugsSnyder’s Square PretzelsM&M’sOreosOriginal Philadelphia Cream CheeseMini Pretzel SticksSewing Stuff all from JoAnn Fabrics:Orange FleeceGreen YarnPinking Sheers  Music:La La La Instrumental by Se7enTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYThis will officially be my last Halloween video for 2010.  I am quite sad since I had so much fun doing all of the looks.  I felt that I needed to do this video to pleasantly wrap everything up.  First I am going to give you a few cute treat ideas6:12noThu, 28 Oct 2010 10:15:52 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101021/halloween-2010-back-from-the-dead-zombie-costume-makeup-secretlifeofabionerd20255This is for all of you wanting something scary as well as something quick.  So here we go, the ever more popular zombie look!Custom Pattern Making:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKL7t60gYrYStuff:Shiseido Dula Balance FoundationBlood Capsules:http://www.partycity.com/product/liquid+blood+capsules.do?sortby=ourPicks&size=all&from=SearchScar Puddy:http://www.partycity.com/product/scar+makeup+kit.do?sortby=ourPicks&size=all&from=SearchWhite Cream Makeup:http://www.partycity.com/product/white+cream+makeup+1oz.do?sortby=ourPicks&size=all&from=SearchCoastal Scents Shimmer Palette: Provided by Beautychoice.comNYX Black Liner Music:Deeper into the Mansion by FlamingFireBolt: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/179756Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYThis is for all of you wanting something scary as well as something quick.  So here we go, the ever more popular zombie look!Custom Pattern Making:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKL7t60gYrYStuff:Shiseido Dula Balance FoundationBlood Capsules:http://5:11noThu, 21 Oct 2010 10:25:22 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101014/halloween-2010-mortal-kombat-kitana-costume-secretlifeofabionerd20172Of course my favorite character was Kitana.  It was a bit hard to make her costume look wearable without showing to much skin. I think with leggings and a tank it gives her a more updated look.  Not to mention how much easier it would be to do a Fatality without worrying that your stuff will fall out LOL.Custom Pattern Making:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKL7t60gYrYStuff:Black and Blue: 2 way stretch KnitTank: Epress CamiLeggings: Pinkice.comMusic:Fire Instrumental Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYOf course my favorite character was Kitana.  It was a bit hard to make her costume look wearable without showing to much skin. I think with leggings and a tank it gives her a more updated look.  Not to mention how much easier it would be to do a Fa4:01noThu, 14 Oct 2010 10:35:01 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20101007/halloween-sub-zero-secretlifeofabionerd19278Anyone can disagree with me, but hands down Mortal Kombat is the best game ever.  I am not much of a gamer, but when I was younger I did enjoy the classics such as MK and Street Fighter. This costume is so easy to make, you literally just sew rectangles upon rectangles.Custom Pattern Making:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKL7t60gYrYStuff:Blue KnitBlack KnitBlack ThreadElasticMusic from New grounds:Mortal Kombat Remix by DJVIShaolin Temple by VultyRexTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own unless stated otherwise. I will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.   aSecret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYAnyone can disagree with me, but hands down Mortal Kombat is the best game ever.  I am not much of a gamer, but when I was younger I did enjoy the classics such as MK and Street Fighter. This costume is so easy to make, you literally just sew rectan4:33noThu, 07 Oct 2010 10:42:59 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100930/halloween-2010-poison-ivy-costume-secretlifofabionerd19213Uma Thurman was a fierce Poison Ivy. I wish I could harness some of that awesomeness into my costume. Hopefully this is close enough!Attaching Elastic to Skirt:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sI4tGUJ4KrYCustom Pattern Making Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKL7t60gYrY  Stuff:Fabrics: JoAnnElastic: Hancock FabricsLeaves: MichaelsLace: Wal-Mart (when they had fabric…sigh*)Wig: AmazonMusic:Run Devil Run Instrumental Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own My will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos. Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYUma Thurman was a fierce Poison Ivy. I wish I could harness some of that awesomeness into my costume. Hopefully this is close enough!Attaching Elastic to Skirt:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sI4tGUJ4KrYCustom Pattern Making Video:http://www.youtube.c4:53noThu, 30 Sep 2010 10:30:42 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100923/greek-goddess-halloween-costume-secretlifeofabionerd19140Believe it or not! Halloween is my favorite holiday.  I love being scary, I love being funny, and I love to be beautiful as well! This costume is going to highlight the beauty of being a goddess.  Here is a simple draped costume that can be made in less than an hour. Check it out and try it out! Good luck!Stuff:Crushed Stretch Velvet: Jo-Ann FabricsGold Leaves: MichaelsChantilly Lace: Hancock FabricsRibbon: MichaelsMusic:Precious By MarkySpark: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/344258 Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased on my own except for the curling iron. It was sent to me as a product for review.  My will only give my honest opinion on products otherwise it will not be featured in my videos.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYBelieve it or not! Halloween is my favorite holiday.  I love being scary, I love being funny, and I love to be beautiful as well! This costume is going to highlight the beauty of being a goddess.  Here is a simple draped costume that can be made in3:18noThu, 23 Sep 2010 10:00:05 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100902/how-to-make-a-custom-tank-top-pattern-secretlifeofabionerd18713Learning how to measure yourself as well as making a pattern out of those measurements will definitely make sewing  easier.  Not only are you given the tools to create something  simple, but a door to create many other pieces as well.It might be tedious with all of the numbers but once you get it down, you will love collecting patterns.Music:Spinnging By ExternalXIII: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/262021Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Products were purchased with my own money.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYLearning how to measure yourself as well as making a pattern out of those measurements will definitely make sewing  easier.  Not only are you given the tools to create something  simple, but a door to create many other pieces as well.It might be t6:23noThu, 02 Sep 2010 11:02:32 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100826/how-to-make-a-necklace-out-of-zippers-secretlifeofabionerd-back-to-school18652Here is quick and simple way to make a necklace out of zippers without breaking the bank. Zippers are edgy, fun, and can definitely make a statement. Add some zippers to your wardrobe with this accessory.Stuff:ZippersMusic: OMG So Cute By Kid CrisisSpring Cleaning By JeepisTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: All products were purchased with my own  money.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYHere is quick and simple way to make a necklace out of zippers without breaking the bank. Zippers are edgy, fun, and can definitely make a statement. Add some zippers to your wardrobe with this accessory.Stuff:ZippersMusic: OMG So Cute By Kid CrisisS4:32noThu, 26 Aug 2010 10:50:52 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100819/back-to-school-jeans-how-to-install-a-zipper-on-the-side-of-your-pant-leg-secretlifeofabionerd18597Have a bunch of jeans from last year and want to give it a new look? How about placing a zipper on the side seam of your jeans for some attitude. Stuff:1/8” Basting Tape www.highfashionfabrics.comZipper: I bought 20 of them on ebay for $7.00!Zipper Foot: Hancock FabricsHere are some links to what the old ThreadBanger Team has done with their jeans.  Mix up all of these tips to give your jeans some new life!Dying Jeans With Coffee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEnph0HHs1UBleached Skinny Jeans: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xh3jDDmKB2cJean in Purse: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jyTtTaEXv8Jean into an Apron: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylZSszWXaJEMusic:Forest Invasion By DtraceSweet Soda Pop By MegaWolf77: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/236074Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Everything was purchased with my own money!  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYHave a bunch of jeans from last year and want to give it a new look? How about placing a zipper on the side seam of your jeans for some attitude. Stuff:1/8” Basting Tape www.highfashionfabrics.comZipper: I bought 20 of them on ebay for $7.00!Zipper6:02noThu, 19 Aug 2010 11:42:26 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100812/secretlifeofabionerd-back-to-school-accessory-how-to-make-a-bib-necklace18304You have a long list of school supplies to buy before school starts. The last thing you want to buy is another accessory to match the outfit you bought from your summer job.  How about a cute and easy bib necklace that will dress up any old thing. Bib Necklaces can cost anywhere from $40-$300.  There is a lot of hand work into making one of these darling accessory.  Hey if you want something unique, might as well make it yourself!Stuff:Pearls: MichaelsBlack Beads: MichaelsFlip Flop Glue: MichaelsFelt: JoAnnsFabricsFabrics: JoAnnFabricsMusic:Funky Chicken Dance by PocketPod : http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/342502Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Everything was purchased with my own money!Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYYou have a long list of school supplies to buy before school starts. The last thing you want to buy is another accessory to match the outfit you bought from your summer job.  How about a cute and easy bib necklace that will dress up any old thing. B2:42noThu, 12 Aug 2010 11:25:43 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100806_2/secretlifeofabionerd-back-to-school-vamping-up-an-old-dresses-into-a-romper18269Do you have a bun of dresses laying around from the school year before? How about something from your mom’s closet? Great things about old dresses? They have cute vintage prints and patterns that would make rompers! Take out those scissors, have some down time and make a romper!Stuff:One old dress and that’s it!Music:We’re Alive by Doumaa: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/348264Spring Cleaning By Jeepis: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/327541Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFacebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Everything was purchased with my own money!  Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYDo you have a bun of dresses laying around from the school year before? How about something from your mom’s closet? Great things about old dresses? They have cute vintage prints and patterns that would make rompers! Take out those scissors, have so4:56noTue, 10 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100805/t-shirt-reconstruction-how-to-resize-your-shirt-and-how-to-give-it-a-braiding-effect-secret-life-of-a-bio-nerd18255This is one of my favorite tricks to do on a T-Shirt when I am going somewhere quick and I want something comfortable but still cool to wear! Why waste a shirt by just cutting it up? How about giving it some detail by braiding it.  Guys braids aren’t for chicks either. This would look soo neat on a black T  and then wearing a red T underneath!Music:Banana Run by Chaz: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/80592Happy Place by Maverlyn: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/330833Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Everything was purchased with my own money in this video.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYThis is one of my favorite tricks to do on a T-Shirt when I am going somewhere quick and I want something comfortable but still cool to wear! Why waste a shirt by just cutting it up? How about giving it some detail by braiding it.  Guys braids aren�5:16noThu, 05 Aug 2010 16:59:12 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100715/how-to-make-a-cosplay-pikachu-beanie-hat-secretlifeofabionerd17788I was obsessed with making these hats last summer. It was one of the many first items I started selling. Surprisingly they became such a popular novelty item. I thought I would share with you guys  how I made them.  Remember you can switch out the ears to make it into any  other animal you would like.  Also, I LOVED A-KON. How Fun!Materials:Stretch Fleece: Hancockfabrics ½ yardWhite Cotton: Hancock Fabrics ½ yardMusic:Lullaby by Mathew Sells http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/332548Celestial Ideal By Marky Spark http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/325184 Twitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02Blogspot: www.secretlifeofabionerd.blogspot.comFace Book Group: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsDisclaimer: Everything was purchased with my own money unless stated otherwise.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYI was obsessed with making these hats last summer. It was one of the many first items I started selling. Surprisingly they became such a popular novelty item. I thought I would share with you guys  how I made them.  Remember you can switch out the 5:20noThu, 15 Jul 2010 11:11:38 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100708_1/fabric-manipulation-how-to-make-flowers-with-fabric-part-1-secretlifeofabio-nerd17697Sure sewing is nifty and all, but what is a tank top when you are done with it ? Just a tank top right? Why not spice it up with a homemade broach, how about a headband full of colorful blooms, perhaps a necklace? In this video you will learn how to make 6 different flower designs straight from fabric. Choose whatever styles or fabric you like to make them unique and your own! Supplies: LOTS of fabric scraps Hand needle, thread, thimble Scissors Fire source Kinzashi In Bloom Book Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Kanzashi-Bloom-Fold-Sew-Projects/dp/0823084817 Disclaimer: All items were purchased with my own money unless stated otherwise. Music: GrossGusting by TheFabs New Grounds: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/343668 Sea Dream by YueYang New Grounds: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/342000 An Open Window by Benjamin Tibbetts NewGrounds: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/346157 K.L'sTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02
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 K.L's Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=ts Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYSure sewing is nifty and all, but what is a tank top when you are done with it ? Just a tank top right? Why not spice it up with a homemade broach, how about a headband full of colorful blooms, perhaps a necklace? In this video you will learn how 7:45noThu, 08 Jul 2010 11:43:51 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100708_2/fabric-manipulation-how-to-make-flowers-with-fabric-part-2-secretlifeofabionerd17696Sure sewing is nifty and all, but what is a tank top when you are done with it ? Just a tank top right? Why not spice it up with a homemade broach, how about a headband full of colorful blooms, perhaps a necklace? In this video you will learn how to make 6 different flower designs straight from fabric. Choose whatever styles or fabric you like to make them unique and your own! Supplies: LOTS of fabric scraps Hand needle, thread, thimble Scissors Fire source Kinzashi In Bloom Book Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Kanzashi-Bloom-Fold-Sew-Projects/dp/0823084817 Disclaimer: All items were purchased with my own money unless stated otherwise. Music: GrossGusting by TheFabs New Grounds: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/343668 Sea Dream by YueYang New Grounds: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/342000 An Open Window by Benjamin Tibbetts NewGrounds: http://www.newgrounds.com/audio/listen/346157 K.L'sTwitter: www.twitter.com/ricesushi02
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 K.L's Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=178537304162&ref=tsSecret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYSure sewing is nifty and all, but what is a tank top when you are done with it ? Just a tank top right? Why not spice it up with a homemade broach, how about a headband full of colorful blooms, perhaps a necklace? In this video you will learn how 6:41noThu, 08 Jul 2010 11:42:49 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100701_2/new-show-on-threadbanger-secretlifeofabionerd17667Let's give a warm ThreadBanger welcome to our newest show, The Secret Life of a Bio Nerd!  The Secret Life of a Bio Nerd is a weekly web series on the ThreadBanger network hosted by K.L. Cao.  The show features both beauty and DIY fashion How-To's for hair, make-up, and clothing.  Sewing can be chic and trendy. You can make anything you see in the magazine. All it takes is some thread and a few pieces of fabric. KL's Beauty and Make-up episodes are every Monday on the ThreadBanger Style network.KL's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/secretlifeofabionerdhttp://www.ThreadBanger.comSecret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYLet's give a warm ThreadBanger welcome to our newest show, The Secret Life of a Bio Nerd!  The Secret Life of a Bio Nerd is a weekly web series on the ThreadBanger network hosted by K.L. Cao.  The show features both beauty and DIY fashion How-To's 0:43noThu, 01 Jul 2010 13:10:52 EDThttp://www.threadbanger.com/secretlife/episode/SLB_20100630/secretlifeofabionerd-d-i-y-glitter-french-tips-nails17648A simple tutorial for creating beautiful French tip nails.  Never painted your nails before? Don’t even sweat it! You don’t have to be a pro to do this! Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Gold: http://www.sallybeauty.com/facial-Glitter/SALGRL2,default,pd.html Wet N’ Wild Shine Clear Nail Polish: http://www.walgreens.com/store/catalog/Polish/Wild-Shine-Clear-Nail-Protector/ID=prod1532270-product Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Drops: http://www.walgreens.com/store/catalog/Polish/Insta-Dri-Anti-Chip-Top-Coat/ID=prod386085-product?V=G&ec=frgl_&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=sku386086 

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 Disclaimer: I purchased everything with my own money unless stated otherwise. The Secret Life of a Bio Nerd is a weekly web series on the ThreadBanger Style network hosted by K.L. Cao. The show features both beauty and DIY fashion How-To's for hair, make-up, and clothing. Sewing can be chic and trendy. You can make anything you see in the magazine. All it takes is some thread and a few pieces of fabric. KL's Beauty and Make-up episodes are every Monday on the ThreadBanger Style network.Secret Life of a Bio Nerd DIYA simple tutorial for creating beautiful French tip nails.  Never painted your nails before? Don’t even sweat it! You don’t have to be a pro to do this! Sally Girl Sparkle Effects Gold: http://www.sallybeauty.com/facial-Glitter/SALGRL2,defaul3:45noWed, 30 Jun 2010 11:00:03 EDT