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If you want to keep up with the latest in fashion, it’s all about staying sharp. Jewels with an edge are all the rage…and with a little imagination you can tear a page from the likes of Chanel, YSL and Noir Jewelry without breaking the bank. Take a stab at DIY by repurposing an everyday item into a fierce look to kill!

And speaking of cuts…the only thing that accompanies a day of DIY better than our beloved glue gun is a cool soundtrack- introducing the first P.S.- I made this… Playlist! We teamed up with the dope DJ Duo The Jane Doze to create a selection of tracks in the spirit of this week’s sharp & sexy project.

To create: Cut the end of the plastic knife off with sharp scissors. Angle the wider side to create a pointed tip. Pierce a hole using a needle. To make it easier, heat up the needle with a lighter before piercing. Link the earring wire to the pearl chain, then to the angled piece using jump rings.

Whether you’re a Jackson Pollock aficionado or couldn’t get enough of Spin Art as a kid, there’s no denying the positive impact of colorful and energetic splatters of paint. Add an unexpected addition to your outfit with jewelry inspired by designer Tom Binns’ splatter-effect Spring 2013 collection. This artistic wow-factor will makes you want to celebrate and paint the town. So bring out your inner DIY expressionist and turn an old accessory into a fresh work of art!

To create: Select an assortment of paint colors. The more colors, the more layers you’ll have. To keep a tidy space, use newspaper or a drop cloth. Pour a dollop of paint onto a protective surface and dab a paint brush; flick onto a statement necklace, we opted for a chunky rhinestone version. Take your next color and repeat. Try different brushes for an array of speckled effects. Once finished, let completely dry before wearing.

The most covetable jewels of the moment combine equal parts sparkle, unexpected texture and vintage charm for a look that’s both classic and on-trend. We partnered with our friends at Michael’s to celebrate jewelry month, and two of our favorite things: vintage crystal bling and bright pops of neon! Get roped into this DIY and create an exciting accessory that delivers smiles from ear to ear.

To create: Cut lanyard in two long pieces and fold in half. Wrap one piece around your finger twice. Take the second piece of lanyard and string it through the loop in a “over-under” pattern. Pull tightly to secure the box stitch. Repeat these steps until you’ve reached the desired length for your earring to dangle. Add the finding to the ends of the arch and finish off by attaching a jump ring and earring wire to the middle.

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Summer was all about stacks n’ stacks of thin, bright bracelets, but now we’re Fall-ing for all things bigger and bolder. Take it from icons like Cleopatra, Joan of Arc and Wonder Woman, powerful arm armor packs a stylish punch. Our crush of the moment is jewelry designer Jennifer Fisher, whose pieces prove that cuffs always contain the right stuff…so get inspired and create a next-level look that screams confidence. We dipped into our arm-candy jar and grabbed some lightweight pony beads to create a look that’s j’amazing.

To create: start with a colored bead and tie to one end of elastic thread as a “stopper”. String on an even number of gold and silver pony beads that measure to the circumference of your wrist. Start the 2nd row by adding another bead and stringing it through the second-to-last bead in the 1st row. Add another bead and string through every other bead of the previous row as you create your 3rd row. Continue this process until the cuff meets desired length, pulling tight as you go. Once you’re finished- connect by sewing the two ends to each other and tie the string to the “stopper” bead with a knot and then trim off the “stopper” bead.

Everyone knows a creative mind opens many doors, and we’ve got the key, actually, Fossil does! They have been using vintage keys throughout their collections since day one to inspire, incite wonder and unlock curiosity and endless fashionable possibilities. So in the spirit of DIY, we decided to add a modern, color-blocked twist to this iconic, timeless object to celebrate Fashion’s Night Out!

To create: gather vintage keys in various sizes. Use nail polish in a variety hues and paint small sections of each key. Allow to dry and add each to a chain. Mix and match and layer as many as you like!

P.S.- Join us! Create your own versions our of color-blocked skeleton key necklace with Erica on Fashion’s Night Out at Fossil Times Square- 1585 Broadway at 47th Street, 6pm-9pm.

The world is your oyster, so we encourage you to protect that precious gift with a dedication to reusing and repurposing every chance you get! Our bodies are made up of about 75% water, but life is 100% inspiration…combine the two and you’ve got the perfect reason to take one of the most commonly used everyday objects and turn it into an elegant, wearable creation- a sea-tastic pair of translucent statement earrings.

To create, reinvent a plastic water bottle, cutting out 2 circles approx 2-3” inches in diameter. Heat up the edges with a lighter, and watch how they instantly curl and ripple. Pierce two holes with a needle. P.S.- You may need to heat the tip of the needle before you pierce the plastic. Thread jewelry wire through a pearl and twist both sides together. We wrapped wire around the toothpick of our Swiss Army Knife to make a tiny loop for the earring wire to slip through the top.

You remember it…back in the day at summer camp- sitting around with your circle of besties, bundles of bright string and that safety pin you used to attach to your jeans to weave them all together into endless piles of arm accessories. Those little plastic lettered beads that we used to slip on to spell out our names have since grown into gems, rhinestones, shells and studs- but the friendship bracelet lives on as a lasting symbol of togetherness, crafty creativity and effortless style. Today, mixing and stacking them next to pricier pieces to create a casual-chic look is all the rage, and why stop at the wrist? If your ears are ringing with the sound of DIY, get wrapped up in this hot hoop that combines the traditional friendship bracelet weave with some gorgeous gems!

To create, make two friendship bracelets out of embroidery thread or re-invent existing friendship bracelets using a needle and thread to sew onto a hoop earring. Once secure, sew on accent beads. Snip the excess bracelet and use clear nail polish to seal and prevent fraying.