DIY Spike and Coin Bangles

I am almost embarrassed to be sharing this DIY, because it is so simple. It literally takes a minute to make but results in some really chic statement jewelry. And they are so easy to customize! I added spikes and coins to upgrade my bangles, but you could add a whole assortment of charms and tassels!

DIY: Chain and Bead Necklaces

I love wearing these simple necklaces. They provide a small pop of color but still remain simple and versatile. They do, however, require a little bit more planning than other necklaces, so make sure you have a ruler or tape measure handy!

DIY: Hanging Spike Earrings

 I haven't posted a DIY in ages, so I figured I would share how I made these earrings.

DIY: Easy Beginner Earrings

Trying something new today!  This DIY is intended for beginners (though experts are more than welcome!). I know a few people who have expressed the desire to start making jewelry and I always tell them that it's not too hard. In this tutorial, I will do my best to explain the procedure as carefully as I can. 

DIY: Two Strand Crossing Beaded Bracelet

It's been awhile that I have posted a DIY so I thought I would share a bracelet DIY for a bracelet that I have been making for a few years. It's fairly easy but I love how simple and elegant it looks when it's worn!

And I just realized that this is the second time I have used this amethyst as a prop and I should probably invest in some other props.

DIY: Easy Beaded Fringe Necklace

It's been awhile since I have posted a DIY, so I thought I would share a quick and easy one today!

These Beaded Fringe Necklaces are incredibly easy to make and can be worked into many different pieces of jewelry. You can add the beaded fringe on a longer chain, or make a pair of fun earrings instead!

Here is my take on it.

DIY: Tassel Earrings

It's been awhile since I have posted an earring DIY and I wanted to share these playful and vibrant tassel earrings I made today. Mixing different materials always yields far more exciting results and I have always loved tassels made with embroidery thread.

These are definitely statement earrings so play around with different colors and lengths!

DIY Chain Handpiece

There is a certain simplicity and elegance about chain hand pieces. My friend, Laverne, styled it well with her leather jacket but I think they usually look with everything and for almost every occasion.

They are incredibly versatile to make - you can make it all chain or add beads to the wrist portion - it's entirely up to you! Here is my take on it.

21 DIY Gifts for Everyone

I don't know about you, but not only do I enjoy giving people gifts -  I enjoy making personalized gifts for them. It allows me to challenge my creative process by allowing me a chance to learn and experiment with different colors and styles. Plus, it just feels more fulfilling. Here are just a few DIY tutorials for pieces that would make great gifts this holiday season for everyone!

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DIY: Easy Wire Bookmark

DIY: Easy Spiral Macrame Bracelet

I know, I know. This post is a day late. It was supposed to go up yesterday, but in the midst of Diwali celebrations I didn't get a chance to finish editing my pictures. So Happy Belated Diwali! May good conquer evil!

Today's DIY post is fairly simple and I remember making these all the time when I was younger. Macrame bracelets were my gateway into jewelry making, so it feels nice to make something that I used to make all the time when I was younger. I think this is the third macrame bracelet I have posted on the blog. You can find the other bracelet tutorials here and here!

DIY: Framed Pressed Flowers

I have a non- jewelry DIY post for you guys today! I would say it's the first non-jewelry DIY post on this blog but I think keychains technically classify as accessories. So, it's my first non-wearable DIY! I saw a lot of pressed flowers a few months ago and gathered some flowers and put them between the pages of a World Atlas. I completely forgot about them until a few weeks ago when I the flowers fell out of the Atlas. And so, this DIY post was created.

DIY: How to make your Basic Stretch Bracelets

Bracelets are great, but they have their problems. If you have small wrists, they are constantly falling off. Clasps are great, but it can be difficult to close them with one hand so you end up becoming a contortionist for about 20 minutes.

But the stretch bracelets that I have avoided making for years since they seem too basic and childish bypass all those problems. So here is a quick, updated, adult version on how to make those stretchy bracelets.

DIY Gold Earrings

DIY Crystal and Pink Bracelet

DIY Lariat Necklace

 

DIY Tassels and Coins Bracelet

DIY White Crystal Necklace

I would like to thank Ayden and Laverne for the lovely pictures once again!

I promised a DIY this week and it's finally here! As I mentioned in the last Perusals of the Week, things just got busy and I didn't have as much time to edit pictures and type a post. But, I am fairly free now, so you should anticipate many more DIYs!

DIY: Flat Chain Earrings

DIY: Gray and Gold Swirls Bracelet

I don't like wasting things. These include but are not limited to food, water, and jewelry making supplies.

After a while, bits and ends start piling up. I have been experimenting with wire work and I have accumulated an abundance of twisted wire fragments laying around. Instead of attempting to straighten them or tossing them out, I decided to work with them and not against them.

I have been digging the gold and gray combination for a while so I am incredibly happy with the result.