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Crochet Clouds
www.crochetclouds.com
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Personal style and DIY blog by eco friendly fashion & accessories designer, Gina Michele
#3122 in All , #707 in General Fashion

diy sunburst jeans

My apologies for the hiatus...its feels great to be back! Printed jeans are cropping up everywhere this season. The look can easily be achieved at home with some bleach and fabric paint. Spraying fab...

01 may 12 4 people like this

diy inspiration

[pics: Anthropologie, Neiman Marcus, Net-a-Porter, Tommy Ton] I browse online constantly in search of inspiration. Here are some easy DIY projects Ive come across recently. How cute is that rocking h...

23 jan 12 2 people like this

beyond the pale

[dress: A.L.C., sunglasses & bag: Gucci, boots: Fendi] My favorite thing about shopping at Barneys? Discovering fantastic, new lines...Im looking at you, A.L.C.!

11 jan 12

so high that i can touch the sky

[cardigan: Balenciaga, dress: No. 6 Store, shoes: Rochas] I think these shoes just might be my favorite thing ever ♥ I have decided that this New Year is going to be filled with many changes...a...

09 jan 12 1 person likes this

mod, mod world

[coat: vintage, sunglasses: Dior, boots: Miu Miu] This is one of my favorite coats. I cant help but feel happy every time I put it on!

03 jan 12 1 person likes this

one-two one-two keep it on

[coat: Paul & Joe, dress: Marc by Marc Jacobs, sunglasses: Dior, boots: Barneys Private Label, bag: Devi Kroell] My apologies for the absence! My crazy 50+ hour work weeks have taken a toll on th...

02 jan 12 2 people like this

diy miu miu embellished socks

[Left- shoes: Valentino, right- photo Tommy Ton] I made these socks over the weekend using tons of crystal beads and sequins. Everything was sewn on by hand. What can I say- I enjoy a good, tedious p...

06 dec 11 11 people like this

the long and short of it

[sweater: Isabel Marant, dress: Own Design, jewelry: vintage, boots: Marc Jacobs] I love this sweater. Its so cozy- almost like wearing a blanket. Its become one of my favorite "go-to" pieces...

29 nov 11 9 people like this

diy safety pin cross t

The last few DIYs Ive posted have required some craft-related skills so this time I decided to do something really easy.  Supplies:T shirt Safety pins Tailors chalk Ruler  Attach a row of s...

28 nov 11 7 people like this

gina michele black friday clearance sale

[shopginamichele.com] I hope all you US readers had a lovely Thanksgiving! In honor of Black Friday/Cyber Monday Im having a huge sale in my online shop. I want to clear out all my stock to make way ...

25 nov 11 6 people like this

you always felt like suede

[sweater & dress: Own Design, jewelry: vintage, shoes: Miu Miu] I made this dress recently from some thrifted suede skirts. Ive never owned a suede dress before. Theyre lightweight and wonderfull...

23 nov 11 8 people like this

the giant iris of the wide blue sky showing me the way

[leather poncho & jewelry: vintage, dress: Geren Ford, hat: Inca, boots: Barneys Private Label, tights: Kate Spade, clutch: Devi Kroell] Im spending most of this week preparing for the Black Frid...

21 nov 11 7 people like this

white lines

[dress: Les Copains, jacket: Pucci, necklace: vintage, sunglasses: Christian Dior, shoes: Marc Jacobs] Upon first glace this jacket doesnt look very Pucci, but underneath the collar and pockets flaps...

18 nov 11 9 people like this

you spin me right round baby (hair tutorial)

[Heres what the pin looks like. You get 2 in each package] While wandering around the drugstore I came across this "Spin Pin by Goody. I was intrigued by its design and the promise that no other ...

15 nov 11 11 people like this

images of broken light which dance before me like a million eyes

[jacket: Hache, dress & bag: Own Design, jewelry: vintage, boots: Fendi] The last time I wore this dress was in the summer (here) The weather has been so mild I figured it was a good time to brea...

14 nov 11 9 people like this

diy crochet scarf

This tutorial shows you how to crochet a scarf using 2 simple stitches (single crochet and double crochet) Supplies:4 different colored balls of yarn (I used worsted weight) Crochet hook (size K) (No...

11 nov 11 10 people like this

diy anthropologie vintage scarf corset belt

[top pic: Anthropologie] This DIY is best suited for intermediate sewers since sewing the leather belt is kind of tricky. An easier way to make it would be to skip the belt in the back and just add s...

09 nov 11 15 people like this

changing of the guards

[silk jacket: CP Company, blouse: Escada, skirt: Anthropologie, jewelry & clutch: vintage, sunglasses: Dior, boots: Ash] Wearing an outfit today inspired by the changing leaves. I love this time ...

08 nov 11 9 people like this

gimme shelter

[cashmere cape: Own Design, sweater & leather pants: vintage, sunglasses: Dior, shoes: Devi Kroell] I never pass up a cashmere sweater in a thrift store. I amassed quite a collection so I finally...

07 nov 11 9 people like this

because youre mine, i walk the line

[jacket, jewelry, sunglasses & boots: vintage, dress: Mint Jodi Arnold, bag: Gucci] The weather was really mild yesterday so I got to skip the tights and trade my heavy knits in for a light trenc...

04 nov 11 8 people like this

diy reconstruction: sweater into hat

I made this hat using the sweater pieces leftover from my DIY legwarmers project. A medium weight sweater will work best (mine is acrylic) The most important part is the pattern piece. Try to makes t...

03 nov 11 15 people like this

diy eugenia kim ruffled barrette

[left pic: shopbop.com] This bow can be easily re-created tying a scarf to a barrette. No sewing required! I used a 60X12 inch silk scarf (I folded it in half to make it 6 inches wide) You can use a ...

02 nov 11 13 people like this

and all i can see is red, red, red

[jacket: John Galliano, dress: Own Design, sweater: vintage, scarf: unknown, boots: Marc Jacobs] This is one of my favorite styles of dresses Ive made. I sewed a few in lightweight cotton over the su...

01 nov 11 8 people like this

black swan

As soon as I saw "Black Swan" I knew I had found my Halloween costume! The bodice was sewn by hand. I started off with a strapless bra and added layers of silk, tulle and lace. I finished it ...

31 oct 11 15 people like this

radiant jewels

[jacket & jewelry: vintage, dress: Development, shoes: Devi Kroell] My apologies for the sporadic posting this week. Ive been sick. Im starting to feel better- just in time for the weekend! I hop...

28 oct 11 9 people like this

throw on some leather and cruise down the streets that i love

[blouse: vintage, leather pants: Barneys, sunglasses: Dior, bag: DIY, shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs] Ive never been much of a jeans person, but I cant resist a pair of leather pants. I purchased this pa...

26 oct 11 9 people like this

braided ribbon headband tutorial

This is the easiest hair style Ive featured so far. If you can make a braid, you can do this. Youll need a strip of fabric thats slightly longer than the length of your hair. I used silk, but cotton ...

25 oct 11 15 people like this

diy reconstruction: sweater into skirt

Heres a fairly simple tutorial for turning a sweater into a skirt. The sweater I used was a cotton/acrylic blend. Try to find a sweater thats not too thick and that hangs nicely. It will make a big d...

21 oct 11 13 people like this

diy reconstruction: sweater into legwarmers

[boots: Marc Jacobs] Knit legwarmers are popping up everywhere this season, but theres no need to run out a buy a new pair. An old sweater can be turned into leggings in 5 easy steps. The most import...

20 oct 11 16 people like this

braided bun tutorial

If youre tired of the usual ponytail or topknot, this braided bun is a great alternative. To do this hairstyle you need to know how to make a reverse (aka "Dutch") braid. A Dutch braid is sim...

19 oct 11 20 people like this

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