How to Glitta-fy anything!

Hey everyone! If you have a Pinterest, you know glitter is nothing short of practically worshiped there. While I certainly don't worship glitter, I do love it. Whenever I go to the craft store, I have to exercise an extreme amount of self control... this isn't to say I don't have 40+ vials of glitter already, though (; 

Anywhoo, I've seen a lot of methods for decoupaging involving Modge Podge, but that stuff is insanely expensive! So, here's a pretty widely known recipe for your own homemade, super effecive DIY decoupage!

Ingredients:

-All purpose school glue, like Elmers 

-Water

-Glass Jar (Any old thing will do)

*Now, instead of doing a 1:1 ratio as so many websites suggest, I tend to use a lot more glue than water. Maybe 3/4 cup glue and 1/8 to 1/4 cup water... seriously, I wouldn't go any more than that or your decoupage glue will become way too runny! 

1) Pour your glue in. 
2) Pour water.
3) Shake/mix until the two are a slightly runny consistency.
4) Enjoy!


What's great about decoupage is that it's wonderful for applying glitter to almost anything! Yes, you can do that with regular glue too, but decoupage glue is much easier in my opinion to apply (you can apply it with a paintbrush because it's thinner than glue; no messy hands!). I tried it out on quite a few small things, but I really wanted to do my phone case.
I applied two coats decoupage glue, then shook some glitter on. Excess glitter went onto a piece of paper I had underneath and then right back into the jar! If it's spotty, apply glue to areas with less glitter. Then, shake glitter on again. Wait for a few hours for your project to dry. NOTE: I do not recommend going over the project with the decoupage glue to seal it. I use Krylon's Glitter Blast Clear Sealer (it comes in a spray paint can) because it's specially formulated to deal with glitter. The decoupage glue will most likely dull your sparkles, and who wants that? 

Before

After!

 

My decoupage glue. (:

 Happy crafting!

DIY Must-Haves!

Here's a short, sweet post for you guys! Sorry for the lack of updates... I was in another country this past week, so no internet for me! Haha. Anyways, here are the things I absolutely must have in my little 'DIY' box. Enjoy! (:

-Measuring Tape (Or, have your measurements written down somewhere so you have it on hand)

-Modge Podge (Or anything similar, I know Modge Podge can be pricey)

-Jump Rings

-GLITTER! (This should be obvious :D)

-Lace

-Faux Leather

-Studs or hardware of your choosing

-Beads of all sizes/colours

-Hot Glue Gun 

-Fabric Paint and Spray Paint 

-Brushes of varying sizes (I love Loew-Cornell)

-Tape

-Needle and thread, or sewing machine.

-Cord or ribbons

-Scissors 

-And, of course, inspiration (:

I always collect little odds and ends from discarded items and such. Save those buttons you get on garments! You never know when they'll come in handy.

Super Simple Summer D.I.Y + Inspiration

Summer is in full bloom, and that means it's suuuuper hot, at least where I'm from. A big trend in fast-fashion stores lately is sleeveless blouses. Seriously, when I went to Forever 21 and H&M, maybe every other shirt was sleeveless. 

When I was thrifting the other day, I found a very cute, very cheap blouse, but the sleeves were waaay too tight. So... I cut the sleeves off and sewed the edges, and now I have myself a very cheap, D.I.Y'd sleeveless blouse that's summer ready!

Seriously, if I could do it, anyone could.

You'll Need:

-A blouse (preferably one with a collar)

-Scissors

-Sewing machine or needle and thread similar in color to your garment

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First, cut the sleeves off, but leave some room to sew the edges. Then, sew the edges in! It's kind of the easiest D.I.Y ever. If you have a stain on a sleeve that you can't quite get out, or if you just want to summer-ize your closet, this is perfect.

With sleeves!

I cut off a sleeve, but leave about an inch for sewing back up.

The finished product!

 

Before and After

Thanks!