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Posts Tagged ‘accessories’
Posted by Laura Kaesshaefer
Today’s guest post comes from the fabulous Evie S: I’m excited to share with you all an idea to make loads of earrings in all your favorite spring colors for just pennies a pair, using puff paint. This oft overlooked form of paint is usually in the category of tacky, but this project gives puff …
Tags: accessories, fashion, Inspiration Board
Posted on May 2nd, 2012 in Make It | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Laura Kaesshaefer
Today’s post comes from our Art Department Assistant (and avid knitter!) Paulie Dibner: Our gorgeous spring has taken a small turn, and we’ve had some chilly weather the past few days. I’m excited for the sunshine to come back, but my brisk walk to work has given me the opportunity to pull out a scarf …
Tags: accessories, Inspiration Board, knitting, materials, source
Posted on April 30th, 2012 in Inspiration Board | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Hosanna Houser
Today’s sweet post is from an all around amazing talent and dear friend of mine, Dani Fiori from Sweet Dani B. Her ideas for all types of celebratory moments are thoughtful, playful and always executed with style. Today she shares one she recently did for her parents…. Years ago, my Mom told me that her …
Tags: accessories, birthday, Celebrate, Craft Department, gifts, Holidays, Inspiration Board
Posted on April 26th, 2012 in Celebrate | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Blake Ramsey
On a recent outing in SoHo, I noticed a lot of pattern in the shops. Ben Sherman has some fresh gingham- And Kate Spade has stripes galore- If you like these fresh takes on very classic patterns, we’ve got just the projects to keep you crafting on-trend. Make a statement with this gingham screen- photo …
Tags: accessories, fashion, Inspiration Board
Posted on March 1st, 2012 in Inspiration Board | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Kristin St. Clair
I’ve received several requests from viewers for a detailed process of the leather fringed wool shawl that I made for Martha’s cozy show. For those of you who plan to make their own shawl or scarf, hopefully this post will helpful. A woven fabric is said to be cut on the bias, or cross-grain, when the fabric’s warp …
Tags: accessories, gift idea, how-to, leather, scarf, TV Crafts, wool
Posted on February 28th, 2012 in Make It, Photo Galleries, TV Crafts | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Hosanna Houser
Seems we can not get enough of bracelets around here! Tomorrow on the show I am demoing how to make your own beaded wrap bracelet, and since I want to make sure people understand some of the steps, I have put together a little photo tutorial. Another easy to make bracelet for a handmade holiday …
Tags: accessories, craft, Craft Department, crafts, fashion, gifts, holiday, Holidays, Inspiration Board, jewelry, project
Posted on December 8th, 2011 in Make It, Photo Galleries | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Kristin St. Clair
Looking for a clever, inexpensive DIY Holiday gift for your friends? I think I’ve got you covered. Spend an afternoon making unique bangles from what other than… rope! Take a trip to your local Michael’s, where you will find all the supplies to keep you crafting all day long. Look for the Martha Stewart Crafts …
Tags: accessories, bangles, bracelets, craft, Craft Department, fashion, gift idea, gifts, ideas, jewelry, Kids, project
Posted on December 6th, 2011 in Make It | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Kristin St. Clair
Here’s a fun little craft to do before Halloween rolls around—eyeball jewelry!—using inexpensive, faux pearls, a few basic paint colors, and a fine-tip permanent red marker. LOOK through the photo gallery to SEE how it’s done: While you’re at it, make some eyeball pinheads for your pincushion. You’ll giggle (or gasp!) every time you open …
Tags: accessories, googley eyes, Halloween, jewelry, paint, pearls
Posted on October 18th, 2011 in Make It | direct link to this entry |