Danielle from My Sparkle shared this mock smock dress tutorial on See Kate Sew, and I think I'm in love. It's a gorgeous way to add the texture of smocking to a sewing project without needing to learn the more complex technique!
See the complete how-to on See Kate Sew.
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My pal Christine from Delachic has officially made the most wonderful and ridiculous hat that I've ever seen. Designed for a charity event that also happened to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, she whipped up this fabulous Titanic derby hat the night before using manila folders and foam sheets.
Last Friday marked the 100th anniversary of the Titanic. It was also the day of a work fundraiser where I volunteered. It's usually a big to-do where there's a fake horse race, similar to the Kentucky Derby. Therefore, there were derby hats!!
And, as if it the giant ship and classy birdcage veil weren't enough, the whole thing actually lights up!
Pretty fantastic, right?
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In keeping with shoe month, check out this great DIY saddle shoes retro post on Brightest Young Things by Morgan Hungerford. Morgan is an OG DIYer and was even a Threadbanger blogger in its early days. You can keep up with her on her lovely lifestyle blog, Panda Head.
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This blowing dandelion t-shirt that Liz from My Messy Desk shared on Dollar Store Crafts is a beautiful way to add some nature-inspired personality to a plain tee. Ready to make your own? Head on over to Dollar Store Crafts to see the complete tutorial!
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Here's another great designer-inspired DIY by A Pair and a Spare. The best part of these handmade Burberry-inspired embellishments can go on any pair of shoes!
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Dress up a pair of boring shoes with this painted fabric flats tutorial from Alisa Burk. I love that she used bright colors on a more muted background—it really makes the design stand out!
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Because I'm Addicted shows us a fabulously easy DIY of an otherwise tres` expensive piece of jewelry in their tutorial for this raw crystal necklace.
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Turn your straight jeans into skinnies with this simple straight-to-skinny jeans alteration tutorial from Josie at Fine and Feathered. It's the perfect alteration trick for a quick wardrobe update, and it's also a great way to make thrift store finds your own!
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Excited to hop on the neon trend, but not sure that you're ready to rock a pair of those super-bright leggings? Ease in gently with this neon canvas tote tutorial that our own Lish shared on her site. It's fun, summery, and the perfect way to add a pop of color to your warm weather wardrobe! Head over to her site to see the full how-to.
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Add some thrifty high style to your jewelry box with this Prada-inspired rose earrings tutorial from Erica at Honestly…WTF! I love the current retro resin flower jewelry trend, and the addition of the sparkly chandelier dangle really makes these stand out.
Even if the earrings aren't your style, this tutorial offers tons of basic jewelry-making tips and techniques. It's definitely worth a click if you're considering making some summer accessories of your own!
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