Summer DIY: Galaxy print tee

We've got a new addition to our DIY blog roll. Amanda of One of Each writes about fashion, interior design, art, and pretty much everything else interesting and visual, but what we really love are her DIY ideas. Case in point, this galaxy print crop top inspired by Christopher Kane. All you need is a plain tee, some bleach and a blow dryer. We can't wait to try this one out. See the whole step by step process right here.

(images from One of Each)

(original inspiration from Christopher Kane)

let's get crafty: paper ornaments

After we posted about our crafty evening with Mark Montano, we got a few requests from people wanting to know how to make the super cute paper ornaments we showed. Without further ado, here's a quick, easy tutorial for making the cutest paper ornaments in 10 easy steps!

• 16 strips of paper cut to 6 inches long by 3/4 inches wide

• thin wire (picture hanging or jewelry wire will work)

• drinking straw

• needle nose pliers/wire cutters

• 2 small beads

• hole punch for 1 inch diameter circles

1. Cut a 4 inch length of wire, using the needle nose pliers, bend one end of the wire around one of the small beads

2. Punch out two circles using your hole punch, then poke a small hole in the center of each. (A sewing needle or safety pin works great for poking the holes).

3. Slide one of the holes onto the end of the wire, colored side facing out.

4. Using the needle or safety pin, poke a small hole onto both ends of all 16 strips of paper. Place the hole as far toward the edge of the paper as possible, we recommend about 1/8"

5. Slide all 16 pieces of paper onto the wire, colored side facing out.

6. Cut a 3 inch piece of straw and place it onto the wire. This will help keep the shape of your ornament.

7. Take the strip of paper on the very bottom of the pile (it should be the first piece of paper you placed onto the wire) and bring it up to the top of the wire, sliding the top hole over the top edge of the wire. Note: It's very important that you always take the strip of paper from the bottom of the pile.

8. Continue taking strips one at a time and placing them over the top edge of the wire. Again, always grab the strip of paper that is on the bottom of the pile.

9. Push the paper tightly against the edge of the straw. Then, take the second circular hole punch and place it over the wire.

10. Place the second small bead on top of the ornament and use your pliers to bend the wire into a small loop. You'll use this loop to hang the ornament on the tree.

And there you have it! Play around with color and pattern combinations as much as you'd like to create a fun mix of ornaments for your holiday decor!

D.I.Y. Goodness

Embroidery thread is pretty much our favorite craft supply around here. There's nothing you can't make with it: friendship bracelets, festive pots for your household plants, and now thanks to Katie of Lemon Jitters, hair combs! Check out her super easy tutorial for turning a drab drug store accessory into a one-of-a-kind beauty.

things we love: indie marketplace!

The internet is such a wonderful thing. How else would we be able to find out about incredibly talented designers and crafters all over the world? Like, say, The Spotless Loop, who makes the cutest embroidered wood necklaces and brooches inspired by some of our favorite things. Would love to get my hands on one of her pieces!