We’re huge fans of Glitter N Glue, and can’t get enough of her DIYs. Each morning we quickly log onto her site anticipating greatness. We were thrilled to see our 6-Row Plastic Square Trim. Be sure to check out the full satchel bag DIY tutorial on Glitter N Glue’s latest DIY Post!
The best way to jazz up a simple piece of clothing? Add a pocket! They’re functional and trendy, especially if you create a lace or neon pocket. Some of our favorite bloggers have been DIYing pockets onto their clothing, and we love what they’ve been coming up with. We picked out our top 5 favorites below, so check it out and let us know what you think!
DIY Sequin Pocket by Glitter N Glue
DIY Beaded Pocket by P.S. I Made This
DIY Floral Pocket by Urban Beings
DIY Lace Pocket Shorts by Chictopia
DIY Leather Pockets by Court + Hudson
We love a good pair of high heels as much as the next girl, but when summer rolls around, flat sandals are our shoe of choice. We love the ease and comfort that they provide, so we sought out some of the best DIY sandals. In no particular order, here’s our top 5!
DIY Glitter Sandals by Glitter N Glue
DIY Arrow Sandals by Kaye at The Etsy Blog
DIY Tribal Wrap Sandals by I Spy DIY
DIY Spiked Sandals by Fashion After Breakfast
DIY Fringed Gladiator Sandals by Chic Steals
The weather is warming up, so we know everyone is gearing up for those summer weddings and events. This means we’re in serious need of some fun clutches, so we rounded up the best clutch DIYs. Check out our list below (in no particular order) and let us know which one is your favorite!
1. DIY Neon Stud Clutch by Glitter ‘N Glue
2. DIY Lucite Clutch by Stripes + Sequins
3. DIY Prada-Inspired Clutch by Refinery 29
4. DIY Christopher Kane-Inspired Neon Clutch by A Matter of Style
5. DIY Envelope Clutch by Swell Mayde
Collars have been trending for quite some time now, so naturally they have been popping up on all of our favorite DIY blogs. Whether they are sequined, spraypainted, or starred, we’re really digging all of the different versions. Here’s a list of our top 5 – which one is your favorite?
1. DIY Louis Vuitton Gold Collar by A Pair & A Spare
2. DIY Miu Miu Inspire Pop-Up Collar by Boat People
3. DIY Sequin Collar Necklace by Stripes + Sequins
4. DIY Faux Fur Collar by Studs and Pearls
5. DIY Chainmail Embellished Collar by Glitter ‘N Glue
It’s safe to say that we have always been obsessed with Glitter ‘N Glue, a DIY blog that is run by the lovely Kristen Turner. She participated in our Blogger Challenge last year, and we adored all of the projects that she created. Her sparkling zebra flats were definitely a favorite around the office. Kristen was kind enough to chat with us about everything DIY-related – see her interview below!
I also seem to not be able to live without studs. Lately I’ve wanted to put studs on everything!Rings are always super simple to DIY, so we’re constantly scouting for the best blogger tutorials. We’ve rounded up a list of our top 5 – check them out!
1. Delicate Gold Chain Rings by A Pair & A Spare
2. Pamela Love Arrowhead Ring by Chic Steals
3. Ball and Chain Stackable Rings by Glitter ‘N Glue
4. Heart Ring by I Spy DIY
5. Spike Ring by Studs and Pearls
Studs, glitter, paint – you can use pretty much anything to jazz up a drab old pair of shoes. And no one knows this better than bloggers – we love watching them get creative with their shoes. Here’s a few of our favorite shoe DIYs that have been floating around the blogosphere lately.
1. DIY Spiked Heels by A Pair & A Spare
2. DIY Embellished Ankle Straps by Glitter ‘N Glue
3. Kitty Loafer by P.S. I Made This
4. DIY Glitter Sneakers by …Love Maegan
5. DIY Gold Color Block Booties by I Spy DIY
Kristen Turner has a taste for life’s glittery things, but a bank account that can’t support it. Glitter ‘N Glue is dedicated to every fashion forward girl with champagne dreams living on a beer budget. And we’re happy she was a challenger this year!
Dolce and Gabbana inspired Zebra sparkling flats
Materials:
Directions:
Step 1: Use your black Sharpie Marker to draw Zebra pattern onto the shoe
Step 2: Apply rhinestones to the toe of the shoe
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Turban Headband
Materials:
Directions:
Step 1: Cut the ribbon into four pieces, layer pieces 2 on top of each other in an X formation
Step 2: Fold the ends of the pieces over so that they meet each other
Step 3: Add glue to the top of the headband and glue “knot” to the top of the headband.
Step 4: Glue down the lose ends to the end of the headband. Secure with clip while it dries.
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Beach Bag
Materials:
Directions:
Step1: Prepare Rite Dye and dip bag. While dyeing, also dip in the raffia if you wish to use it.
Step 3: Use thread or dyed raffia to embroider personal message to the beach bag
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Braided Leather Bracelet
Materials:
Step 1 – Cute leather and add Toggle/ Button to it
Step 2 – Make a loop at the opposite end of and wrap wire around the braid to secure loop
Step 3- Wrap wire around the opposite end of the leather to secure toggle/ button
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Oversized Floral Brooch
Materials:
Directions:
Step1: Gather ribbon into a roll, pinching the middle of the roll
Step 2: Fold over the roll of ribbon
Step 3: Cut a “V” shape into the end of the roll. Wrap wire around the middle to secure
Step 4: Pull apart folds to reveal floral bow
Step 5: Add safety pin to the back to wear as a brooch
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We are so excited to announce that M&J Challenge 2 is here! Last year was a great success and we loved what each blogger made so much that we decided to do another challenge with New Bloggers! Next week on Wednesday, June 29th we will show you what each blogger made with the Mystery Box of Trims! But until then Meet the Bloggers!
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I founded Dismount Creative after moving to Houston from Chicago in 2010. In an effort to make new friends and do something more creative I started teaching DIY craft classes over cocktails in area bars and restaurants. Dismount Creative is now as a place for people to step out of their day-to-day routine and get together to make cool, modern crafts. When I’m not teaching I post my fashion and style DIY projects, inspirations and other musings twice a day to the Dismount Creative blog.
My name is Beverly from Flamingo Toes and I am a SoCal girl who loves to create! I spend my spare time (and some of my not-spare time) in sewing, embroidery, home décor, jewelry making, and blogging about my creations and adventures.
Kristen Turner has a taste for life’s glittery things, but a bank account that can’t support it. Glitter ‘N Glue is dedicated to every fashion forward girl with champagne dreams living on a beer budget. Every week Kristen show’s her readers the latest in celebrity fashion trends and how they can DIY the look for less.
Jill from Homemade by Jill is a self-taught sewist with a passion for creating handmade items for her two children, friends, family, and home. She loves fabric, staying up too late sewing, peanut butter and chocolate, and singing in the car.
Alexis, from Made by Lex, began sewing about 6 years ago. As her passion grew she began a blog designated to showing people new, fun ways to sew. She now has her own label, Lex Designs, and sells many of her original pieces.
Here’s a Sneek Peak of what we sent! 
