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Link Love: DIY T-Shirts, 2010 Spring Fashion Week, Biker Jacket, Eternity Scarf and Tim Burton Style
Our some top links from around the web…
All You teaches how one can transform a plain t-shirt into a stylish one.
FabSugar shows us the highlights of the just concluded 2010 Spring Fashion week.
Omiru gives some pointers on how to wear biker jacket elegantly.
Shopping and Info talks about the must have scarf of the season.
Real Style Real People loves Tim Burton’s dark and mysterious appeal and has the photos from the Tim Burton style photo shoot from Harper’s Bazaar magazine.
Link Love: Is Recession Over?, Recession Denim, Paris Fashion Week and Reinvented Stores
Today’s hot links from around the web….
As Target and Fred’s open new stores Walletpop asks if this means that recession is now over.
Couture In The City has a scoop on the new designer jean brand called Recession Denim.
The Fashion Bomb has a review of the Paris Fashon Week Spring 2010.
College Candy sees the light out of this recession as boring stores get reinvented.
Make Your Own Barack Obama T-Shirt!
The girls at Compai have a new YouTube account, and are breaking it in with a totally fun fashion DIY with a political conscience . . . How to Make Your Own Barack Obama T-Shirt. If you are ready to rock the vote for Obama, AND aren’t afraid of laying down a few stitches, this is the project for you.
For more, check out www.compai.com
DIY Napkin Ring, Paper Flowers, and a Luxe Pillow Sale: The Budget Casa
Dress your nest with pretty and practical pieces for less, with a little help from The Budget Casa:
~ You have a fab dress for your next party, but your table could use a little help—so try this pretty Paper Flower Napkin Ring DIY for a little budget-friendly boost
~ While you’re at it, you could go with a whole floral theme and include this lovely and simple centerpiece Paper Flower Bouquet, for less
~ A great night’s sleep is always in style—get it with a new pillow during Cuddledown’s latest sale
Craving even more economical home style tips? Check out The Budget Casa for the latest . . .
Cuteness, Sweater Pillows, and Smartbargains: The Budget Casa
Get the latest budget home decor scoop from our stylish sister blog, The Budget Casa:
~ The Cuteness: it’s a new series at The Budget Casa, featuring the cutest home pieces you can pick up for less—like this totally adorable Mini Bear Smile Skillet.
~ Sweater pillows —sounds cuddly, right? And easy to, with this step-by-step DIY project, recycle that tired old sweater into something you can use.
~ Love Smartbargains.com for fashion items? Well, your home style can benefit from the savings found there too—here’s some Budget Casa Smartbargain picks we love.
Want more budget home decor dish? Visit The Budget Casa.
Omni Chair Giveaway, Customized Napkins, and More: The Budget Casa
Check out what’s hot over at our blog, The Budget Casa!
—Enter a contest to win a Sumo Omni Chair—there are already over 250 comments, all readers in the running to win this beanbag/chair/bed/couch, worth $149. The drawing takes place on Friday, and you don’t want to miss your chance to win.
—We must’ve used thousands of disposable napkins over the years—they cost lots of money and aren’t good to the environment. But they have pretty designs, right? Well, head to The Budget Casa to learn how to add pretty designs to cloth napkins—save money and the environment. Cloth napkins are great for dinner guests, too.
—End tables cost hundreds of dollars—learn a way to piece together a table using odds and ends you’d never think would go together. You won’t have to worry about anyone having the same furniture as you, since you basically built it!
Want more DIY tips? Head to The Budget Casa!
Sewing, Fish Bowls, Green Reading: The Budget Ecoist
Check out these green tips from our blog, The Budget Ecoist!
—Save loads on money by sewing clothes. Whether you alter clothes you already own or buy bolts of fabric and make your own, it saves money and the re-using saves the environment. If you don’t own a sewing machine, head to a local studio. They often offer lessons and space for you to sew. Learn where to go in this post.
—We all know that fish don’t have very long lifespans, and those empty fish bowls often lie around in the basement, gathering dust. Be creative and re-use your fish tank for different decorative purposes. Of course, being the fashionistas we are, we’d probably stuff it with hair ties or beauty products, but The Budget Ecoist has prettier suggestions.
—Check out The Budget Ecoist’s list of the top 20 green blogs. We all work together to provide eco-friendly tips to the everyday citizen.
Looking for more eco-friendly tips? Head to The Budget Ecoist!
DIY, Decorating and More: The Budget Casa
Discover DIY directions, decorating how-to’s, and tips on taking care of home and hearth on a budget, all on The Budget Casa!
—It’s Independence Day on Friday, and those of you who are having guests over may be stressing about de-cluttering your house. Fear not—The Budget Casa has some advice. Follow their steps and you’ll have an anxiety-free holiday.
—Learn how to make white daisies into Technicolor wonders with this guide to dieing them. All you need are the daisies, food coloring, vases, and water.
—Redesigning your bathroom doesn’t have to cost much—there are key components, that, with an upgrade, will upgrade your bathroom instantly! Do it all under $60.
Want more DIY home tips? Head to The Budget Casa now!
Best Home Beauty Remedies: Reader Advice
We’re usually all about asking readers for tips on where to buy the best beauty and fashion products on a budget, but we have to say, these days our shopping budget is being stretched migh-ty thin. Meaning we need to be more frugal than ever, but we still want to be fabulous—we just can’t help ourselves. We know your auntie/grandma/best friend has shared some kind of home beauty secret with you (using stuff we probably already have; Kathryn, for example, has extolled the virtues of a simple bottle of olive oil), and now we’re asking you to share with us. What’s your favorite super-cheap at-home beauty secret?
image courtesy of Olives101.com
What to Do With an Old Tablecloth
So I’m reading my issue of House Beautiful (which I got for free because Budget Living Magazine tanked) and I found these great tips on how to make your own duvet cover and shower curtain using a old table cloths.
Here’s how to do it:
Duvet Cover: Find an oversize old tablecloth. Measure a queen duvet cover. Take a white linen (or any white sheet) and mark it off with the measurements. Pin the tablecloth to it. Cut off excess fabric. Sew them together to make a pocket.
Shower Curtain: Stitch together a different colored fabric onto the back of a tablecloth. Use a sewing machine to make buttonholes on top of the curtain. You can also use a kit to install grommets, making sure they’re evenly spaced. Hang with decorative hooks and a hotel or plastic liner.
Craft Alert: How to Make a Floral Pin
This spring, use a floral pins to add a much-needed splash of color to your outfits. The accessory, which showed up during the Spring 2006 fashion shows and is currently being worn by fashion trailblazers like Miss J from “America’s Top Model”, retails from $4 at stores like H&M to over $20 at major department stores like Nordstrom. Now, you “craft challenged” fashionistas may decide to brave the lines at your local H&M to purchase the accessory. However, for those of up to this simple craft challenge, my advice is to get creative and make your own.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- A silk flower (they usually come with two to three flowers per stem)
- Glue gun (with glue of course) or some really strong fabric glue
- Package of undecorated hair clips or pins
(These items may be purchased at any craft or dollar store. Remember to check your local papers since craft stores like Michael’s often have deals on silk flowers)
Instructions
Remove the flower from the stem and cut off any extra fabric or plastic at the base. Heat up the glue gun and apply a thin line to the flat side of the barrette (applying it to the flower, as I learned, it not a good idea). Press the flower to the base and hold for about 10-15 seconds. Sit to dry.
I’ve made several floral pins for myself and for friends and family members as gifts. I usually purchase my flowers from the local dollar store and make about 3 flower pins for less $4; cheaper than buying a floral pin from H&M.
If you have a great fashion craft, send it to me. I might try it out and blog about it.
For more crafty inspiration, visit Craftster.org.
Making Your Own Jewelry Glue Gun Bandit
Ever since I bought my gun for $2.29 at my local Wal-Mart (yes, I shop at Wal-Mart
—yes I’m evil, and yes I will die a painful death and have to spend an eternity in hell playing scrabble with Sam Walton), I’ve been a glue gunning fool. I imagine myself as the Annie Oakley of the fashion world, wielding my glue gun with reckless abandon, making enough floral hair pins and jeweled brooches to accessorize the entire population of New Jersey. Every frugal fashionista, bargain shopper, budget fashion lover, etc must own a glue gun. Glue guns open up a whole new world of fashion options for you, allowing you to save money by creating your own accessories.
Things I’ve done with a glue gun . . .
- - Made Floral Hair Pins. Dollar store flowers are the key.
- - Made Pasties (yes, pasties).
- - Added one month to the life of my husband’s favorite pair of shoes.
- - Fixed a hem on a coat.
- - Added missing sequins back to my favorite Donna Karan Top (tricky procedure—experts only).
- - Replaced the handle on my favorite mug from college.
I’m always looking for innovative ways to use my glue gun—please post your ideas below.
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