Erica Domesek had a special DIY event recently at Kate Spade celebrating her DIY fashion book, P.S. – I made this…. For the event, Erica turned a simple tote bag into a stylish studded chalkboard tote. Don’t you love the chalkboard idea? It’s a great way to add a quick design (or notes) before you […]
Capes are back in full force this winter and you can make your own with these two patterns taken from our CRAFT Pattern Podcast archives. Knit up this Into the Woods Cape by Nikol Lohr or sew up this stylish Tonia Cape by fitzpatterns (Photo of flickr user kneek). Either way, you’ll be covered up […]
By Jessica Wilson From California, to Chicago to London and beyond the reality of Fall may be actualized in all sorts of temperatures but that doesn’t mean you don’t need a bit of Autumn pretty for your noggin. Whipping up a pretty, felt fall headband is as easy as digging up a wool sweater or […]
Can’t find the perfect pair of shoes in your closet? Instead of shopping, get creative. Take a less-than-perfect pair and transform them into the ultimate gleaming metallic accessory. I used a Krylon Copper Leafing Pen to cover basic black heels in a shimmering layer of paint. Since it’s a pen and not a brush, no […]
P.S. – I Made This… by Erica Domesek is the new book featuring tons of DIY fashion and accessories projects that will literally give your wardrobe an instant boost. Taking inspiration from the fashion runways, pop culture, photography, and design – all the projects are presented visually with simple directions just like Erica has been […]
I get obsessed over fabric (who doesn’t right?) and Liberty of London is just right up there with the most beautiful prints. Molly at The Purl Bee shows off the gorgeous Liberty of London Tana Lawn print in her neon elastic girl’s skirt project. The neon elastic and knit trim give a modern edge to […]
Vickie Howell has a new Caron pattern up that you can knit for the little girl in your life. Here’s the adorable Tuxita Baby Tunic which is a ruffle-front baby mini dress. And if you like what Vickie is wearing you can check out her crochet pattern for the whirlwind wrap.
