Smashing Fashion.

Boredom on cold weekends leads to a serious Smash session. 

If you don't have a Smash Book, I suggest you invest in one now!

I have a bunch, but use this specific one for all the things I love, specifically FASHION. 

Took a stack of old fashion magazines, started snipping away and viola! 

Created this fashion inspired page with ideas, looks and pieces that I love. These books are a great way to get your ideas down on the page and inspire your inner fashionista. 

Go out, buy a smashbook & share your smashing new designs! 

Stay Crafty! XOXO

DIY Bracelet Hack Under $10

DIY DIVA ALERT! 

This jewelry hack that will have you running to the craft store now!

Layered and wrap bracelets are the newest trend, and you can make them yourself! The picture above is a combo of store bought bracelets (with the arrows) and DIY bracelets under $10, and now you're going to know how to make them. 

What you need to make this fashion statement happen: 

1) String of your choice - Pictured above is both colored knotting cord and a brown leather cord. This choice is up to you and the look you are going for. Dressy or casual, colors or neutrals, whatever your heart desires. Whichever you chose, make sure the beads fit. 

2) Gold noodle beads - You can find these beads at any craft store or bead shop. They're super fun to craft with and have a chic look to them. Make sure you chose a bead that has the right diameter for the width of your string. Usually the thicker noodle beads work better for this project. 

3) Gold crimps & fastener - You'll need the clamps to be able to attach the ends to the fastener and form the bracelet. I would suggest investing in a small set of jewelry pliers (especially if you plan to make more DIY jewels) because it will make your life much easier. 

After you buy all your materials the process is pretty simple: Make your DIY bracelets & flaunt your new set of arm candy everyone will adore. You can change up the color, width and material of the cord to add a different look. Also, I suggest to make a silver set and a gold set, so you can pair them with whatever color metal you're wearing. Mix and match these with other bracelets you already have to always keep it exciting!

These beauties can be dressed up or down, and can make all your friends wish they had your style. 

If you want more fashion or DIY inspiration, check out the DEVOTED FASHIONISTA Pinterest Board! Click the link below and start Pinning! 

 https://www.pinterest.com/jillianlabriola/devoted-fashionista-blog/

Until next time ladies... 

Stay Crafty! XOXO

Spice Up your UpDo!

Calling all DIY and hair enthusiasts! 

Here is a great way to turn a drab up-do into a fab hair creation!

All you need is a pack of bobbi pins, some craft-store necklace pearls (various sizes) and thin craft wire. 

The picture above shows you exactly how to make these cute hair accessories, but I'll share with you some of my tricks too! 

First, I would spray the end of the bobbi pin you're using with a bit of hairspray to give it a little stick. Then, pick the desired size pearl and thread about 4 inches of wire through the hole. Thread the bobbi pin with the same wire that the pearl is attached and begin to wrap the wire through the bobbi pin tightly. Continue wrapping tight until you feel that the pearl is secure in place and cut off the excess wire. Spray it once more with hairspray and let it sit for a while for the hairspray to set into all the cracks. VOILA, you have made your first fashionista Pearl-Bobbi! 

You can also do this with any other type of bead you like, but I usually stick with the pearls. Always a classic and they match with almost everything!

Hope this was helpful! 

Stay Crafty! XOXO