Instructables: exploring - living - fashion - diy - popular http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 22:43:41 PDT BLOX v1.01 DIY Sandals from Old Flip Flops + T-Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sandals-from-Old-Flip-Flops-T-Shirt/
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 15:08:20 PDT
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Galaxy-Sweatshirts-Or-anything-you-want-to-/
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SMALL.jpg Julianne fights Dragons! I love galaxy inspired prints and jackets but did not like the price tag($75 for leggings? I could just buy an entirely new wardrobe at a thrift store and still have enough money for lunch!) and thought it would be awesome to make an Instructable to make your own "galaxy" clothing article! This is ...
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Fri, 7 Dec 2012 12:16:29 PST
DIY: Bleached Jean Shorts for summer http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bleached-Jean-Shorts-for-summer/
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Tue, 4 Sep 2012 15:19:51 PDT
DIY Tattoos (Stick 'n' Poke) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Tattoos-Stick-n-Poke/
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Mon, 3 May 2010 22:46:14 PDT
How to make a Retro Polka Dot Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Retro-Polka-Dot-Dress/
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Thu, 2 Aug 2012 11:02:02 PDT
How to make a Mini Tube Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Mini-Tube-Dress/
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Wed, 4 May 2011 14:09:52 PDT
Shark Attack Hat http://www.instructables.com/id/Shark-Attack-Hat/
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Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:25:54 PST
D.I.Y. Sexy Spikey Pumps (High Heels) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sexy-Spikey-Pumps-High-Heels/
D.I.Y. Sexy Spikey Pumps (High Heels) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/CR7L/GV0KKW0X/FCGCR7LGV0KKW0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/CR7L/GV0KKW0X/FCGCR7LGV0KKW0X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/CR7L/GV0KKW0X/FCGCR7LGV0KKW0X.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas Have your ever coveted a pair of Sam Edelman Lorissa pumps? If you're anything like me, you've got three or four on your wish list but can't justify the $200-$300 price tag? Now you can make these awesome Spikey Pumps, for less than  a fraction of the cost and you can use what ever shoe and spikes y...
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Sun, 20 Nov 2011 14:42:45 PST
DIY Victoria's Secret Ruched Hiphugger Panties http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Ruched-Hiphugger-Panties/
DIY Victoria's Secret Ruched Hiphugger Panties - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/SRKB/GUKAXHLC/F0HSRKBGUKAXHLC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/SRKB/GUKAXHLC/F0HSRKBGUKAXHLC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/SRKB/GUKAXHLC/F0HSRKBGUKAXHLC.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Victoria's Secret Ruched Hiphugger Panties are one of my favorite underwear styles. They give a simple hip-hugger or boy-short pattern a cute twist. I will teach you an easy way to make your own ruched panties. The pair I made for this tutorial is for ruched-front hip-hugger panties, but this also w...
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Thu, 3 Nov 2011 16:36:22 PDT
Gathered Summer Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/Gathered-Summer-Dress/
Gathered Summer Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/K9PM/GOO36FGB/F8KK9PMGOO36FGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/K9PM/GOO36FGB/F8KK9PMGOO36FGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/K9PM/GOO36FGB/F8KK9PMGOO36FGB.SMALL.jpg kirsten_studsandpearls The best thing about dresses is that you can easily make one from almost any shirt. By now I think it's pretty obvious that I love repurposing old clothes, & this dress is just that. I used a thrifted shirt that's bigger than my usual size, and some floral jersey fabric (which I'll talk more about i...
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Wed, 8 Jun 2011 10:43:19 PDT
How to make a Zipper Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Zipper-Dress/
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Mon, 5 Sep 2011 16:13:13 PDT
DIY Convertible Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Convertible-Dress/
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Sun, 12 Jun 2011 19:13:38 PDT
Bra to Bustier Top http://www.instructables.com/id/Bra-to-Bustier-Top/
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Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:48:35 PDT
Upcycle a Men's Shirt into a Retro Summer Blouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycle-a-Mens-Shirt-into-a-Retro-Summer-Blouse/
Upcycle a Men's Shirt into a Retro Summer Blouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/ECX4/GOOP58L2/FQXECX4GOOP58L2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/ECX4/GOOP58L2/FQXECX4GOOP58L2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/ECX4/GOOP58L2/FQXECX4GOOP58L2.SMALL.jpg vintagebobbin Don't have a lot of cash? Or time? Get one of your boyfriend's or father's old shirts, make sure it's not one of his favorites (or do if it belongs to your ex-boyfriend or annoying brother) and make it into a nice top for summer. Only takes a hour or so. This tutorial is perfect for a beginner need...
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Wed, 8 Jun 2011 21:00:25 PDT
Sew Your Own Feather Mohawk http://www.instructables.com/id/Sew-Your-Own-Feather-Mohawk/
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Wed, 25 May 2011 02:23:03 PDT
How to create a Bikini http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-create-a-Bikini/
How to create a Bikini - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/EX2Q/GLPH16I7/F7UEX2QGLPH16I7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/EX2Q/GLPH16I7/F7UEX2QGLPH16I7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/EX2Q/GLPH16I7/F7UEX2QGLPH16I7.SMALL.jpg giannyl You'll be rocking this summer with this stylish bikini! Ruffles on the top and a simple bottom. Besides saving money the process is very easy! Simple steps and so little of sewing!  You will need. 1. Fabric: Lycra. 2. Chalk. 3. Sewing Machine 4. Scissors. I'm sure you're wondering: "That...
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Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:22:52 PDT
Recycled Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Dress/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SMALL.jpg BriannaSchmall This dress is made completely out of recycled materials. Although it's a bit time consuming, it's absolutely FREE! Materials Used: Top: - Newspaper - Glossy Mod Podge (you can get this at walmart, hobby lobby or you can make it yourself) Cut out the frame of the top from newspaper. Begin to deco...
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Tue, 8 Mar 2011 03:05:53 PST
Musical Underwear http://www.instructables.com/id/Musical-Underwear/
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Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:48:56 PST
How to Make a Romper from a Men's Button-Down Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Romper-from-a-Mens-Button-Down-Shir/
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Sun, 31 Oct 2010 19:56:49 PDT
DIY Christian Louboutin "Petal" Sandals http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Christian-Louboutin-quotPetalquot-Sandals/
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Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:46:23 PDT
The T-Shirt Hack (Or: How to revamp an old t-shirt with nothing but scissors) http://www.instructables.com/id/The-T-Shirt-Hack-Or-How-to-revamp-an-old-t-shirt/
The T-Shirt Hack (Or: How to revamp an old t-shirt with nothing but scissors) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/GFRY/FLJUM1GZ/F2DGFRYFLJUM1GZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/GFRY/FLJUM1GZ/F2DGFRYFLJUM1GZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/GFRY/FLJUM1GZ/F2DGFRYFLJUM1GZ.SMALL.jpg Jyssa How to make an old hum-ho t-shirt (that you ignore in the back of your closet til everything else is in the wash) into something funky & unique that you'll want to wear all the time! Using nothing more than scissors. (Pen optional.) You Will Need... You Will Need:a hum-ho t-shirt that needs a sec...
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