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(studs and pearls)
www.studs-and-pearls.com
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I use old things and new things to make pretty things. I take items that have a story, & add my own. I see the world in terms of glue and needles and thread...Fashion DIY @ s&p // studs-and-pearls.com
#486 in All , #2 in Design

giveaway: Mod Podge Rocks! by Amy Anderson

If youre a long time veteran of anything DIY, you know that Mod Podge is an absolute must when it comes to making and creating. Most might think Mod Podge is all for scrapbooking, altered art, collag...

1 day ago 4 people like this

style: Dress the Population Lisa Lace Dress

As I mentioned in this post, I was given a tour of Bollares showroom last week. Dara at Bollare picked out this amazing Dress the Population Lisa dress for me, and I instantly fell in love! Thankfull...

1 day ago 5 people like this

Bollare NYC Showroom Visit

4 days ago 1 person likes this

feature: BuzzFeed Craft Wars The Beach Bag Challenge

Now that its officially summer weather here in New York - nothing but sundresses, beach trips and BBQs have been on my mind! I was recently asked to take part in BuzzFeeds Craft Wars: The Beach Bag C...

5 days ago 3 people like this

upcoming event: Studs and Pearls at "Make It Thursday" at the American Folk Art Museum

For those of you that live in or around NYC: Every Thursday, the American Folk Art Museum in Lincoln Square holds a DIY class. On June 14 at 6pm, I’ll be teaching one! A bracelet, that was actually S...

24 may 12 2 people like this

diy: Multi-Strand Chain Watch

When it comes to DIY, most of you know that I tend to focus on jewelry and accessories. Between that & the fact that Ive been making jewelry for many years, its no surprise that I have a crazy st...

18 may 12 29 people like this

review: GlossyBox USA

By now, Im sure many of you are familiar with the latest trend of fashion/style/beauty subscriptions. Pay a monthly member fee, and receive something different each month. GlossyBox is a beauty subsc...

16 may 12 2 people like this

diy: Beauty Product Collage

If youre a beauty/makeup junkie like myself, the term "packaging" probably means more than just a cardboard box. The art and design of products packaging really encompasses the unique feel of...

15 may 12 16 people like this

event: Target Fall 2012 Preview at Hudson Hotel

Yesterday, I attended the Target Fall 2012 Preview at Hudson Bar at Hudson Hotel by Columbus Circle in Manhattan. My friend Alison came along with me, and we browsed the upcoming collections while wa...

09 may 12

feature: FabFitFun Projects to DIY

Thanks so much FabFitFun for including studs & pearls in this DIY roundup, "Projects to DIY for"! Above is the Thread Wrapped Love Necklace I made in March. Be sure to check it out for pr...

09 may 12 7 people like this

limette: Spring Cleaning Garage Sale!

As some of you may know, I have a little online jewelry boutique called Limette. Admittedly, I havent been able to add new items as much as Id like lately (but its definitely on my to do list!). In 2...

06 may 12 1 person likes this

diy: Leopard Print Suede & Rhinestone Bracelet

Anyone that knows me, knows that I love leopard print. So naturally, Im loving this particular project. This bracelet was inspired by a piece I saw at Barneys NY, and to be perfectly honest, Im not e...

26 apr 12 37 people like this

we heart this: Customized Glitter Nail Polish

Check out my April DIY at We Heart This! Customized Glitter Nail Polish :)Next s&p project is a bracelet tutorial! Ill be posting it later tonight. xo

25 apr 12 12 people like this

Event: I Spy DIY Style x Coach Soho Book Event

As I mentioned in the last post, I was planning to attend the I Spy DIY x Coach event. It took place last Thursday in Soho, and it was a great time! It was awesome to see so many people supporting Je...

23 apr 12 5 people like this

I Spy DIY Style & a giveaway!

Photo: ISpyDIY.comId like to send out a HUGE congratulations to the lovely Jenni of I Spy DIY. Her book, I Spy DIY Style, dropped yesterday - April 17. I would have posted this then, but Ive been hav...

19 apr 12 6 people like this

diy: Mini Dream Catcher

This project is perfect for a weekend afternoon. I love mini versions of anything, so this is definitely one of my favorites. It also uses a slightly unexpected item; small crocheted doilies found in...

07 apr 12 47 people like this

diy: Rhinestone and Bow ID Case

When I was younger, I used to adore Hello Kitty. Today, I might be (almost) in my mid-20s, but I still love her just as much. Its one of those things that keeps life fun and cute...especially when yo...

04 apr 12 21 people like this

diy: Framed Bows & Lashes

If youre into altered art, collages and/or beauty products, hopefully youll "get" this project. My thought process was along the lines of making something cute and girly to hang in a vanity o...

25 mar 12 11 people like this

Thread Wrapped Love Necklace

I was recently browsing Anthropologies website, and came across this necklace below. Its adorable and fun, but I knew it could definitely be made for much less than $48. The supplies are also pretty ...

21 mar 12 83 people like this

diy: Zig Zag Shorts

If theres anything I love about spring & summer - aside from the longer days and sunshine - its the chance to DIY so many more clothes. Practically all of my warm weather clothes are altered or h...

13 mar 12 12 people like this

feature: Studs and Pearls on Grazia.it

Huge thanks to Grazia.it, a fashion/lifestyle website based in Italy, for featuring Studs and Pearls! Click here to check out the feature. You can become a fan of Grazia on Facebook here, or follow G...

13 mar 12

diy: X Out Giveaway and X Out Inspired Dress

X Out is a brand new one step acne treatment created by the makers of Proactiv. X Out is all about putting your best face forward, all in just a single step. X Out asked several DIY fashion bloggers ...

11 mar 12 4 people like this

diy: Scrapbook Brad Earrings

I was in the mood to make some new earrings earlier today, so I whipped these up. Its one of those quick projects I didnt plan specifically for s&p, but decided to photograph the process anyway. ...

08 mar 12 15 people like this

diy: Draped Chain and Stud Necklace

Studs and Pearls reader Adam recently sent me a picture of a necklace, asking for some tips on how to make it. I happened to have the materials to make the necklace, so I thought Id make a quick and ...

25 feb 12 23 people like this

diy: Ring Tray Holder

This is probably already a given, but my following collections are pretty huge: 1) Fabric and old clothes to re-use.2) Jewelry, mostly handmade of course. By myself or other people.Recently, I decide...

18 feb 12 32 people like this

feature: Glitter Magazine, Spring 2012 Issue

I have a DIY in the latest Spring issue of Glitter Magazine! You can find it at your local Barnes & Noble :)xo.

14 feb 12 2 people like this

giveaway: JewelMint and My Top Three Favorites

Ive been a long time lover of JewelMint, so Im very excited to announce this giveaway! My personal jewelry stash is pretty extensive (as you can probably imagine) but of the pieces that I wear the mo...

14 feb 12 3 people like this

FashionArtProject s.com diy: Alphabet Heart Tote

Recently, FashionArtProjects.com was awesome enough to send me some DIY supplies to try out. With Valentines Day just a few days away, I decided to make a heart themed project. I didnt overdo it with...

10 feb 12 21 people like this

diy: Box Lanyard and Chain Bracelet

Lanyard (or plastic lacing, or gimp, or boondoggle, or whatever youd like to call it!) has definitely been making a comeback. For most of us, its a blast from the past that had a pretty significant r...

08 feb 12 29 people like this

diy: Colorblock Thread Wrapped Belt

I was browsing Polyvore a while back, and came across a $52 J. Crew belt. It was super cute, but I knew it could easily be DIYd - and I happened to have all of the supplies on hand. Its really simple...

29 jan 12 59 people like this

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