I love to keep fresh flowers in my home. I had some old flowers on my kitchen counter that were past their prime. Before I threw them away, I got the idea to use the old flowers to upgrade my “Breakfast at Tamika’s” décor.
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DIY and OOTD: Easter Sunday 2021
I created my DIY Easter basket fascinator and I am quite pleased with the results. Since I didn’t get an Easter basket this year, I can at least look like one.
Bows Before Clothes
Original Post: February 6, 2013 I have been really into oversized sweaters/ jumpers lately. It is a really simple concept and outfit to assemble. Simply throw on an oversized sweater and some leggings and you’re done. Simple and yet so chic! A couple of weeks ago I was doing my normal Target stroll, when IContinue reading “Bows Before Clothes”
DIY: Spiked Sweater
Original Post: January 16th, 2013 I was scrolling through Instagram the other day and I saw one of the cutest sweaters on someone’s fashion account. It was a simple sweater but what made it stand out was the shoulder embellishment. There were spikes on the shoulder, which brought a new flare to a basic top.Continue reading “DIY: Spiked Sweater”
DIY No sew: Swank Sweatshirt
Original post date: October 28th, 2013 This Fall, elaborate and ornate sweatshirts are trending. Whether its bedazzled or there is huge embroidered kitty on the front, a sweatshirt can make your outfit. This type of clothing, that used to be reserved for a super casual relaxed looked has now been jazzed up so that itContinue reading “DIY No sew: Swank Sweatshirt”
DIY: Fall Pumpkin Sign
I finally finished my pumpkin sign and I absolutely love the results, so much I decided to share this DIY with you.
DIY: Faux Floral Arrangement
I love being surrounded by flowers. Whether I’m inside or outside, the array of colors and depth that flowers display always brings me a smile. A few years ago I was looking for a cute little floral arrangement for my Paris room. I wanted a variety of different pinks to contrast my almost completely blackContinue reading “DIY: Faux Floral Arrangement”
DIY: Denim Fringe Jacket
Materials Denim Jacket 2 yards of fringe (length of your choice) Scissors Measuring tape Straight pins Sewing machine Heavy Thread (Denim, Upholstery, of Coats fabric) Seem ripper E6000 glue Fabric trim (optional) Assortment of iron-on/sew on patches (optional) Instructions Take your denim jacket and measure the length of your arm sleeve. Using your seem ripper,Continue reading “DIY: Denim Fringe Jacket”
Travel Shadow Boxes
Materials Shadow Box Map Colored paper Computer and printer Pencil Scissors Elmer’s glue Glue stick Ruler Stick pins Travel memorabilia Instructions Remove any stickers and price tags from you shadow box and clean glass. Open shadow box, using your ruler measure inside of shadow box where you will be placing your map. Lay out yourContinue reading “Travel Shadow Boxes”
DIY: Fabulous Leather Fringed Heels
Fringe is definitely in! As it comes to fashion this season, you can find fringe on pretty much anything. This simple feature seems to add an extra layer of pizazz to shoes, clothing, handbags, etc. I especially like that extra element on the different shoes of the season. It makes the shoes seem extra special,Continue reading “DIY: Fabulous Leather Fringed Heels”
Confections, Crafts, Couture 