Instructables: exploring - living - fashion - popular http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 12:22:55 PDT BLOX v1.01 Wrapped bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Wrapped-bracelet/
Wrapped bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/CKPF/HGU2DQB0/FKVCKPFHGU2DQB0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/CKPF/HGU2DQB0/FKVCKPFHGU2DQB0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/CKPF/HGU2DQB0/FKVCKPFHGU2DQB0.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this instructable I'll show you how to make these wrapped bracelet. I hope you like it! Materials To make these bracelets, you will need the following: - suede lace (not  sure about how to translate it) - flat-nose plier - scissors - beads - lace clip The right size The size of the bracel...
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Sat, 18 May 2013 03:57:06 PDT
Simple Sleeping Shorts http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Sleeping-Shorts/
Simple Sleeping Shorts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick These simple shorts are just made out of two rectangles of fabric.  I set out to make shorts that are very basic to make and comfy.  Supplies Supplies: Fabric of Choice Sewing Machine or needle and thread Measuring Tape Sewing Pins Fabric Chalk Cutting and Sewing Cut y...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 12:08:00 PDT
How to make a corset (quick + easy) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-corsage-quick-easy/
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Mon, 6 May 2013 15:42:21 PDT
Fitted summer crop-top DIY http://www.instructables.com/id/Fitted-summer-crop-top-DIY/
Fitted summer crop-top DIY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/PM56/HG85CN32/F71PM56HG85CN32.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/PM56/HG85CN32/F71PM56HG85CN32.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/PM56/HG85CN32/F71PM56HG85CN32.SMALL.jpg Taliecara Hiya:)  This is a great way to make a little something to wear in the summer. It's fairly easy (though does require basic sewing skills), cheap, and quick to make! I got my fabric in the sale and overall the whole thing cost less than £3! I made mine in a floral print, but I think it would look grea...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 06:26:22 PDT
DIY Gold, Silver & Copper Pendants! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Gold-Silver-Copper-Pendants/
DIY Gold, Silver & Copper Pendants! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/Z3G5/HFPTI6X0/FW5Z3G5HFPTI6X0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/Z3G5/HFPTI6X0/FW5Z3G5HFPTI6X0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/Z3G5/HFPTI6X0/FW5Z3G5HFPTI6X0.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz You can make gold, silver and copper pendants easily by yourself, if you follow this ible. The only difference is that these pendants are way lighter than the real ones! you can fold and shape them with your hands! This ible will show you how to make stylish origami leaf pendant in few easy steps. Y...
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:53:38 PDT
Get Twiggy Eyes: A Makeup How-To http://www.instructables.com/id/Get-Twiggy-Eyes-A-Makeup-How-To/
Get Twiggy Eyes: A Makeup How-To - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/F99L/FT3KAD8F/FYKF99LFT3KAD8F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/F99L/FT3KAD8F/FYKF99LFT3KAD8F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/F99L/FT3KAD8F/FYKF99LFT3KAD8F.SMALL.jpg gnossos VIEW FULL ARTICLE http://gn0ssos.wordpress.com/2009/04/06/ode-to-twiggy-a-makeup-how-to/ (more about Twiggy's chic retro style)As an ode to the infamous mod eyes of 60's supermodel Twiggy Lawson, I've put together a how-to on how to create the striking look. This eye makeup is great if you want to s...
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Mon, 6 Apr 2009 14:39:21 PDT
Indigo Dyeing: Shibori http://www.instructables.com/id/Indigo-Dyeing-Shibori/
Indigo Dyeing: Shibori - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/CK80/HFD189U6/F96CK80HFD189U6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/CK80/HFD189U6/F96CK80HFD189U6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/CK80/HFD189U6/F96CK80HFD189U6.SMALL.jpg Lumo the Maker In this instructable we will cover three different types of Shibori; binding, block and the relief patterning wrapping a skane wrap will give. Shibori is the japanese art of covering a section of cloth to resist absorbing dye or oxidation and therefore will leave the relief the color of the fabric,...
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Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:32:51 PDT
DIY: Felt Rose Ring { Tutorial } http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Felt-Rose-Ring-Tutorial-/
DIY: Felt Rose Ring { Tutorial } - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/C2V6/HFSH6WV0/FWSC2V6HFSH6WV0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/C2V6/HFSH6WV0/FWSC2V6HFSH6WV0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/C2V6/HFSH6WV0/FWSC2V6HFSH6WV0.SMALL.jpg angelichigo This felt rose ring was a project that I did few years back and was my first time doing a ring using felt. It was originally based on a ring that a friend purchased elsewhere and I thought I could pay for less and make my own. So I experimented it myself at home. I am happy the way it turned out, qu...
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Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:45:09 PDT
Newspaper Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/Newspaper-Shoes/
Newspaper Shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SMALL.jpg ofm11 Here's a fun way to revamp a plain pair of old shoes! Materials You will need: -A pair of shoes that you're willing to cover (I used a pair that I found at a garage sale) -newpapers (or magazines) -hot glue gun -ModPodge (optional) -scissors Create the Folds Cut out a chunk of newpaper. The s...
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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:17:43 PDT
Two Color Ombre Shorts http://www.instructables.com/id/Two-Color-Ombre-Shorts/
Two Color Ombre Shorts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/T37A/H4AGISZB/FV8T37AH4AGISZB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/T37A/H4AGISZB/FV8T37AH4AGISZB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/T37A/H4AGISZB/FV8T37AH4AGISZB.SMALL.jpg jenellsrevenge Learn how to make your very own pair of two color ombre shorts! Materials: Shorts (or shirt, or pants, or pants, or skirt, or whatever else you want to dye) Dye (I used this, but any type of dye suitable for tie dying will work just fine. You can generally find the Tulip kits and individual dy...
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Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:38:03 PDT
Bow T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Bow-T-shirt/
Bow T-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/VEJ9/HFBKESDA/FHBVEJ9HFBKESDA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/VEJ9/HFBKESDA/FHBVEJ9HFBKESDA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/VEJ9/HFBKESDA/FHBVEJ9HFBKESDA.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 Let's say that you have just bought a wrong size t-shirt and you need a larger one. Or maybe it's one of your favorite t-shirts but you got some weight and it doesn't fit you anymore (this was my problem!).  Or (last one) you are just tired of an old t-shirt and want to give it a new look and make i...
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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 15:35:16 PDT
Sheet to Skirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Sheet-to-Skirt/
Sheet to Skirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/9H4T/HD7TZYLG/FYW9H4THD7TZYLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/9H4T/HD7TZYLG/FYW9H4THD7TZYLG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/9H4T/HD7TZYLG/FYW9H4THD7TZYLG.SMALL.jpg pie popper I love circle skirts, they are so fun to wear and dance in. I made these from bedsheets I found in the seemingly bottomless linens closet. My answers to the Make-To-Learn contest: What did you make? I made a 1950's-style full circle skirt. I really wanted to sew something, but I didn't have any fa...
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 11:42:38 PDT
10 Easy DIY Wire Pendants http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Easy-DIY-Wire-Pendants/
10 Easy DIY Wire Pendants - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/XUS9/HEXSS31M/FCIXUS9HEXSS31M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/XUS9/HEXSS31M/FCIXUS9HEXSS31M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/XUS9/HEXSS31M/FCIXUS9HEXSS31M.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz Wire jewelries are fun to make! Even few months back I didn't think of making jewelries by myself, but now I've become a mad wire jewelry crafter! I was searching online for wire jewelry tutorials and found out so many. The funny thing is, once you start making them you'll come up with tons of ideas...
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:23:47 PDT
No Sew T-shirt Infinity Scarf Tutorial http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-T-shirt-Infinity-Scarf-Tutorial-1/
No Sew T-shirt Infinity Scarf Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/4BQC/H1ZG6W1J/FFW4BQCH1ZG6W1J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/4BQC/H1ZG6W1J/FFW4BQCH1ZG6W1J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/4BQC/H1ZG6W1J/FFW4BQCH1ZG6W1J.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This is probably one of the easiest DIY Projects I have posted. Not only is it really easy, but it also only takes about 10 minutes to do. What could be better than that? What You Will Need What You Will Need: -An Old T-Shirt that is XL (Go to a thrift store and get a L OR XL shirt that doesn't ...
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Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:26:50 PDT
No Sew Script Scarf http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Script-Scarf/
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Fri, 22 Feb 2013 13:57:02 PST
Customized Tote Bags! http://www.instructables.com/id/Customized-Tote-Bags/
Customized Tote Bags! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SMALL.jpg shaifali15 Are you a bag-lover with a passion of creating your own products? Always wanted to create your own customized tote but always thought it was too difficult? Then this tutorial, which will show you how to customize a plain canvas bag, is just for you! A fairly inexpensive and easy method of customizi...
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Wed, 6 Feb 2013 08:32:46 PST
Silk screen right at home! http://www.instructables.com/id/Silk-screen-right-at-home/
Silk screen right at home! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/LFUT/HCJO4LXX/FBHLFUTHCJO4LXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/LFUT/HCJO4LXX/FBHLFUTHCJO4LXX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/LFUT/HCJO4LXX/FBHLFUTHCJO4LXX.SMALL.jpg matt.w I've always liked crafts and I was introduced to silk screening years back.  I never thought of tackling it at home until recently. I'm going to share with you step by step instructions (as best I can!) on how to do this yourself.  It's not very expensive, and you could really get into it!  Who kno...
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Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:36:33 PST
R2D2 heels http://www.instructables.com/id/R2D2-heels/
R2D2 heels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/8JB6/HAQ2V49H/FS48JB6HAQ2V49H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/8JB6/HAQ2V49H/FS48JB6HAQ2V49H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/8JB6/HAQ2V49H/FS48JB6HAQ2V49H.SMALL.gif mikeasaurus These ARE the droids you're looking for! Forget protocol, droid, and mash up everyone's favorite astromech with mid-heels and create the greatest footwear the Empire has ever seen. These R2D2 shoes are the hottest thing this side of Tatooine and they’re cooler than Hoth.  The wide heel of these sho...
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Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:04:28 PST
Light Up Lifts! http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Up-Lifts/
Light Up Lifts! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SMALL.jpg electricthread Remember when you were 5 and there were those wicked light up shoes that your parents NEVER LET YOU HAVE because they were too expensive or some other lame excuse?  Well, fret no more! At Electric Thread, we were inspired by those light up sneakers, and decided to create our own "adult" version. A ...
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Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:15:13 PST
DIY Fairy Wings HOW-TO and BONUS Costume Essential http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Fairy-Wings-HOW-TO-and-BONUS-Costume-Essential/
DIY Fairy Wings HOW-TO and BONUS Costume Essential - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FG2/MTXN/F7DWM5TM/FG2MTXNF7DWM5TM.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG2/MTXN/F7DWM5TM/FG2MTXNF7DWM5TM.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG2/MTXN/F7DWM5TM/FG2MTXNF7DWM5TM.SMALL.jpg threadbanger No Fairy Wings...No problem! Threadbanger presents the first installation of Halloweeny Wednesdays teaching you how to make fairy wings from some old coat hangers and stockings. Time to Fly! ok first off, i fracken loooooove fairies. i had a great time making these. it is really easy. just make sure...
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Fri, 5 Oct 2007 14:38:05 PDT
How to make a Retro Polka Dot Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Retro-Polka-Dot-Dress/
How to make a Retro Polka Dot Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/RSLX/H52FXVM0/FBIRSLXH52FXVM0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/RSLX/H52FXVM0/FBIRSLXH52FXVM0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBI/RSLX/H52FXVM0/FBIRSLXH52FXVM0.SMALL.jpg giannyl Simple silhouette, easy to make. There's been a lot of requests on how-to make retro/vintage clothing, so here you have it! :) Choose your favourite fabric, and do this retro Dress! You will need: - Cotton jersey (polka dot) - T-shirt as a reference - Sewing machine - Pins - Scissors See the ...
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Thu, 2 Aug 2012 11:02:02 PDT
Hot Pants from T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Pants-from-T-shirt/
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Wed, 27 Jun 2012 13:25:52 PDT
Care Bear Coat http://www.instructables.com/id/Care-Bear-Coat/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/EEW0/H3QFECQW/FWWEEW0H3QFECQW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/EEW0/H3QFECQW/FWWEEW0H3QFECQW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/EEW0/H3QFECQW/FWWEEW0H3QFECQW.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo The Care Bear Coat is the coat that hugs you back!  You just can't be blue when you've got a passel of Care Bears swarming you.  Plus I can truly show I Care-a-lot while Battling the Freeze Machine. Back when I made the Baby Care Bear Costume, I also began collecting smaller Care Bears to one day ...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:34:26 PDT
Skull Cutout T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Skull-Cutout-T-shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/ADQM/H3QFJE9X/FV5ADQMH3QFJE9X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/ADQM/H3QFJE9X/FV5ADQMH3QFJE9X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/ADQM/H3QFJE9X/FV5ADQMH3QFJE9X.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo A while ago, these skull-cutout tees were all over the place.  I really wanted one, but I wasn't crazy about the design.  I wanted a really gnarly kind of skull!!  And I didn't see any reason to spend money buying one when I knew I could make one in about 30 minutes. So here we are.   Directions: P...
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Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:52:46 PDT
Spy Vest http://www.instructables.com/id/Spy-Vest/
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Tue, 15 May 2012 20:35:07 PDT
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
10 Minute Tube Dress http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Minute-Tube-Dress/
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Fri, 2 Sep 2011 13:49:57 PDT
Quick Reverse Tie-Dye http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Reverse-Tie-Dye/
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Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:00:37 PDT
Leather Boots Repurposed into Embellished Tank Top http://www.instructables.com/id/Leather-Boots-Repurposed-into-Embellished-Tank-Top/
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Sun, 26 Jun 2011 20:56:14 PDT
DIY Sleeveless Button Down Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sleeveless-Button-Down-Shirt/
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Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:36:42 PDT
Corset for the Business Professional http://www.instructables.com/id/Corset-for-the-Business-Professional/
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Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:17:47 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
Fashionable Holes http://www.instructables.com/id/Fashionable-Holes/
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Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:21:08 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/
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Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:22:52 PDT
How to Make a Steampunk Corset http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Steampunk-Corset/
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Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:05:04 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
T-Shirt Mod: Boxy to Foxy http://www.instructables.com/id/T-Shirt-Mod-Boxy-to-Foxy/
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Mon, 14 Feb 2011 15:18:14 PST
DIY: Knotted Double-Layered Scarf from XL Men's tee http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Knotted-Double-Layered-Scarf-from-XL-Mens-te/
DIY: Knotted Double-Layered Scarf from XL Men's tee - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F9N/IJNT/GFRWQ273/F9NIJNTGFRWQ273.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F9N/IJNT/GFRWQ273/F9NIJNTGFRWQ273.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F9N/IJNT/GFRWQ273/F9NIJNTGFRWQ273.SMALL.jpg gwenstella I got the XL Men’s tee from a discount store for just $2. The scarf was inspired by the Knotted Loop Scarf by Country Road. It costs 69.95AUD! (-_-x) Materials required: 1 XL tee A pair of scissors Sewing tools (either a sewing machine for a quickie or needle and thread if you want to do hand sewin...
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Sat, 30 Oct 2010 01:32:43 PDT
Wooden faced wristwatch http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-faced-wristwatch/
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Wed, 7 Feb 2007 13:44:56 PST
DIY Toe Socks for Vibram FiveFingers http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Toe-Socks-for-Vibram-FiveFingers/
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Sat, 28 Aug 2010 10:52:08 PDT
Make a Drinking Straw Heart Hairpin http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Drinking-Straw-Heart-Hairpin/
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Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:24:54 PDT
How to make belts and bracelets out of soda pop tabs http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-belts-and-bracelets-out-of-soda-pop-ta/
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Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:07:58 PDT
Laser-Cut Wedding Dress and Vest http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Wedding-Dress/
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Mon, 3 May 2010 14:29:55 PDT
How to Make a Mummy Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Mummy-Costume/
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Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:24:37 PDT