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Lose yourself in layers! My friends at Who What Wear and I did just that when we fell for Charles Anastase’s Fall/Winter 2012 stunners. The melting pot of military hues infused into feminine silhouettes is to DIY for! Get creative with your own color story and start “swatching” skirts, shirts, dresses…anything your heart desires.

To create, find a basic mini skirt to use as a base. Incorporate several complimentary shades of felt material and cut rectangles in an array of different sizes. Get creative and cut shapes with scalloped edges to add dimension and movement. Use a fabric hole punch to add extra detail to the felt pieces. Place swatches in a random pattern, starting with the bottom of the skirt, and overlap as you move towards the top…making sure to completely cover the surface. P.S. — Lay your complete pattern out before you start to glue. Adhere the swatches directly onto the skirt and hold in place for a few seconds to secure. Before you get decked in your DIY, make sure to let the skirt dry completely on a flat surface….and then, swatch out!

Comfort plus cuteness makes for a winning combo, so punch up your look with a poncho! Create a fresh look by reinventing a classic piece and stay cozy with this nouveau hoodie overhaul.

To create, make a cut from the side seam of the sweatshirt body as well as each side of the inner-arm. Open up the neckline with a crew neck cut-out. Be sure to cut ONLY the top layer so you don’t loose the hood. Close up the back by pinning large safety pins (or feel free to sew) across your new open seam. Cut the bottom sides (both front and back) into a curved shape, keeping the back a bit longer than the front. Secure the sleeve to the torso, which creates a poncho silhouette. Use large safety pins and pin approximately halfway down the bodice. For the armhole, attach buttons on the top and bottom front sections. Use any button you like and attach with safety pins or sew. Use the same buttons to add accents to the shoulder seam.

Burgundy, merlot and cabernet wine…their rich and mighty hues add great flavor to design. Lanvin recently created yummy earmuffs in this of-the-moment shade. Get inspired, stay warm, and feel good with a fuzzy fix!

To create your own: fold a piece of felt in half, which will be the base of the earmuff. Trace and cut a circle leaving approximately 3 inches flat on the bottom fold. The size of the circle can vary per person. You will need two of these felt rounds. When open flat, circles should be connected in the middle. Apply small amounts of glue onto the outside of the felt, and begin wrapping around a fur or faux fur strand, gently holding it in place until set. Continue to glue and coil inward until you reach the center. When completely covered, trim excess fur. Attach each muff by sandwiching them outside of a headband, gluing insides of felt together.

P.S. We’re also over-the-moon for these fox fur headphones from Beats by Oscar de la Renta…check them out!

New year = new you! Sparkle and shine for a fete that’s finer then fine this New Year’s Eve. Expect jaws to drop (along with the ball) while you ring in 2012. Get inspired by over-the-top glitz and glam for a decadent DIY stunner. Re-purpose brooches in your jewelry box, or pick up a few at flea markets or on eBay.

To create, pin several brooches, arranged in a bib-like formation onto a piece of felt. Outline the bib shape with chalk and cut out around the brooches. You may need to sew a few stitches on the backside of the felt if brooches are weighing down the fabric, as you want them to lay flat. Flip over necklace base and sew a chain onto the back. Use a new chain or opt for one from an old necklace for an extra special touch.

P.S.- Here’s to a happy, healthy & crafty 2012!

All hail McQueen! Keep your manicure out and about, while your palm stays calm and carries on. Alexander McQueen’s fingerless gloves inspired these delicious DIY glovettes, created with our friends at Who What Wear. To create your own pair, cut the feet off of a pair of socks, which leaves you with a “tube”. Cut all of the fingers off minus the thumb then snip off approximately 1/2” of thumb’s fingertip. Make a 1”-vertical slit on the outside of the tube to create the thumb hole. Slide gloves inside the tube, pulling the thumb through the hole. Find two sparkly brooches or buttons and glue thin tube shaped beads with a hot glue gun or super glue. Once dry, pin or sew to the top of the glove.

Bring Joy to the World this Holiday season! Use your fashion sense to give your home a festive twist! We were inspired by Tory Burch’s bold and classic color palate for our Fashion Garland- the ultimate accent for chic and cheerful décor.

To create: Cut pieces of ribbon and/or fabric that are approx. 9 inches long by 2 inches wide. Both ends should be cut on an angle to prevent fraying. Knot each piece of ribbon & fabric onto a strand of lights. P.S.- get creative with your pattern and colors! Continue to knot all the way down the strand of lights. The amount of materials needed will depend on how long your strand is. Hang your beautiful fashion garland over a mantle, fireplace, banister, railing, or mistletoe-topped entrance!

Plug in and let your holiday DIY garland shine bright and beautifully. P.S.- Pair garland with live green garland for an extra decadent look.

Twinkle twinkle little star, make a headband and raise the bar! Stepping up your hair accessory is a must. Get inspired by Nina Ricci’s sparkling stunner and DIY a version of your own. Bling out a tousle topper which is a perfect partner for any holiday fete!

To create: Grab a thick headband, assorted gems, pearls and mirrored details. Use hot glue to secure and embellish. Create a random and sporadic look, and remember that haphazard= a happy DIY! Have fun piling onto the headband until you are satisfied with your mirrored creation.