DIY Sleeveless Shirt.

I have this checked shirt in my closet that I had bought for really cheap somewhere and I have only used it once, but it is sooo soft and comfy I wanted to alternate it a bit and make it more interesting so I could use it more.

This 5-minute DIY works perfectly on any type of shirt that is cotton and not stretchy (if it has nylon or spandex in it the ripping will not end up like this.

I cut off the sleeves with scissors, and carefully started pulling out the threads. Depending on what kind of end result you want (clean or more grungy) you can decide if you want to pull out the threads or if you want to leave the sleeve like it is after being cut.

I added some golden studs to it and voilá! Ready. I'll post a whole outfit with the shirt later on today!

DIY Chain Boots.

Super easy way to pimp up your old boots! All you need is different kinds of chains, pliers and I also used a keychain ring to keep them in place. To attach the chains to eachother i used small golden rings that are easy to open and close. You can also use leather or any other material to embellish your boots, just use your imagination!

Inspiration: Flapper Hair

I've always wanted to try this hairstyle! I can imagine it with my worn-out boyfriend jeans and a white tee to create that lovely contrast between elegant and casual... and it doesn't look too hard to do either! :) I'll post the result as soon as I try it!

Interior DIY-ladder

I got inspired to do this DIY-ladder by the amazing Ivana Carpio from Love Aesthetics. She blogged about a Tripod Coat Rack that was made of aluminium pipes some time ago, and so this is my own version of a DIY-clothing rack. Minimalistic and fun, and it gives such a comfy yet fashionable "home-feeling" in our new appartament. The best part is: It takes only about five minutes to do!

Only thing you need is aluminium pipes, a metal-saw (or you can cut them at the hardware store) and some ribbon or tape. I left the edges of the ribbon uncut and hanging, so it wouldn't look too perfect. Imperfection is perfection! What do you think?

Neon Yellow DIY Crochet Necklace

Please ignore my tired face, i've been wearing only lipstick today!

This DIY is so easy and fast to do, even if you're not very familiar with crochet! 

The two things you need are a thick crochet hook and this jersey fabric thread. At least in Finland you can find them in all fabric stores, they cut their leftover fabrics and make thick thread out of it. Great way to use spare pieces of fabric!

 Make the starting knot by making a loop. Leave a 10cm piece of thread for the closure at the end.
















 

 Pull through the thread .

 Then slide it on the crochet hook.

This is the basic position of thread and hands.
Once you've got this, you do great! The thread on the thumb should be the longer thread.

With the hook, bring through the left side thread through the first hoop on your crochet hook.

Continue bringing the thread through and pulling it, then back to the basic position. You will see a thread chain growing.

When you've got the length you wanted, it's time to make the second layer of chains. This you do by going through the hoops you've just created.

Put the hook through the first hoop, and pull trhough the thread.

Continue through all the hoops, then repeat for a third layer if you like a wider necklace.   

 Done! Leave another 10cm of thread at the end so you can use them to tie a bow for closure in the back.

DIY Studded Sweater vol.2

This is a an extremely easy, 5-minute, fashion DIY!! All you need is an old sweater and some spare studs. The only thing you have to remember is to be careful not to brake the knit with the stud, place it carefully from one of the "holes" to avoid ripping of the fabric.

Be creative! Use different coloured studs, make patterns etc... I am very minimalstic so this is how my sweater ended up looking. 

What do you think? :)

DIY Thread Belt

  

I saw a picture of this DIY somewhere on the internet (I'm sorry I can't remember what site I found it on!) and it's a great way to pimp up an old belt! I'm a big fan of recycling, and I love that I be excited about wearing something old I haven't worn for ages.

All you need for this easy DIY is cotton thread, an old belt, and some glue to attach the thread at the beginning and the end.

Start by making a double knot with the thread, then carefully twist the thread around the belt (leave the ends of the thread on the backside, so when you twist the thread it covers everything). You can do the whole belt in one colour or change like i did.