Hasta La Ideas

Big name design houses like Miu Miu and Christian Louboutin have created similar embellished styles, inspiring us to dig through our old crafts drawer and get our bedazzle on!

Here’s what you’ll need

– Rhinestones (color of your choice – Classic clear looks great with everything, black gems look spectacular against white, black or dark hues or opt for a fun color for a truly unique look!)
– E-6000 industrial strength adhesive
– a pencil
– 2 sheets of newspaper
– Your favorite pair of oxfords (we’re adding the pizazz back to an old pair of jazz shoes!)

Step 1 – Crumple the newspaper into two small balls and stuff your shoes.

Step 2 – Using your pencil, mark a dotted pattern where you will glue the crystals.

Step 3 – Add a thin line or small dot of glue and carefully place rhinestones to marked spots

Step 4 – Repeat this step until your oxford shoes are covered in the desired design!

If you live on the east coast and are lugging books to school in the snow this winter, go easy on your self and try this chic backpack alternative.

You can get all the materials at your local art supply store –
Canvas tote bag, Letter stencils in the font of your choice, Paintbrush, tape and Fabric paint.

Here€™s how to do it

Step 1 – Tape down the stencil, so that it doesn’t move around while your painting.

Step 2 – Paint right over the stencil filling in the negative space completely. Carefully remove the stencil to avoid smudging and let the paint dry.

Tip – Let the paint dry for a few minutes before removing the stencil to ensure precise lines!

This is a great bag for the gym, groceries, and is especially good for storing all your DIY supplies!

This easy do-it-yourself gift idea is a great rainy day project. Adding a natural element such as coral into your accessory collection will make you a true force of nature.

Just follow these simple steps!

Step 1 – Take the coral branch and string the wire through hole, making a loop at the top to create an opening for your chain.

Step 2 – Continue to wrap the wire tightly around the top end of the coral branch till forms a thick setting.

Step 3 – Clip the end of the wire and secure it by tucking it beneath the layered setting you€™ve just created.

This Coral branch necklace is delicately wire wrapped to create an exotic pendent that can be worn at multiple lengths. Just add a bare chain necklace to string through the coral charm. You can find a similar coral branch to the one used here at your local bead store or online. Give in to your creative side an look great wearing a self-made coral piece from the oceans forest!

Nothing feels better then wearing a wire wrapped jewelry piece knowing that you made it. It might seem a little complicated it’s not! Follow the easy steps to make this stunning turquoise ring for yourself!

Materials –

– 2 ft of 22 gauge metal, silver, or gold wire,
– 1 Semi- precious stone bead of your choice,
– A ring mandrel €“ used to form rings of your desired size
– Wire cutter
– Flat nose pliers
– A good grip.

Follow these easy steps –

– Begin by wrapping one end of the wire around the Mandrel four times.

– Keeping the wire band wrapped tightly around the ring form, string the bead through the long end of the wire and wrap it three times tightly around the 4-layered band, at the end closest to the beads hole.

– Continue to wrap the wire four times beneath the stone, around the wire going through the bead. This will create a platform where the stone will sit.

– Then, again tightly wrap the wire three times around the 4 -layered band closest the beads hole.

– Finish by cutting the end of the wire and pushing it flat with your pliers so that it doesn€™t poke you

By the time you master this wire craft your hands will be blinging and you€™ll be in the market for a new jewelry box. With a little extra free time over the holiday break, explore you inner artist with this DIY idea!