Feb 9, 2011 | Media
So long, farewell
Edited by Thom of The Sunday Best
Here we are, face to face, a couple of silver spoons. My run as an editor for this venerable list is coming to a close, and as it does I’d like to take a moment to reflect on what makes the internet such an awesome place. Ahem. It’s you. Yes, you! I don’t get to read as much online as I once did, and this list kept me in touch with the, dare I say it, zeitgeist of style writing. I was often amazed at the diversity of topics you writers were willing to tackle. Keep those keyboards clacking, stay strong, and be good to the incoming editors. We are only human.
Thomas…out.
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Carly
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Feb 7, 2011 | DIY
Hello again, everyone!
I’m sorry for the long silence – I just haven’t been able to post anything while my blog was in-between platforms. I think, however, that the migration to WordPress is finally complete!
These past couple days without posting have felt very strange, to say the least. They’ve helped me reflect on a few things and really think about what to cover and share here on Chic Steals.
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So, first things first, I’ve decided I’m not going to continue doing my DIY Roundups. Low participation was what prompted me to start considering it, but really the deciding factor was that the link party service, InLinkz, is only allowing photo thumbnails with their paid service. I paid for one month and then decided it maybe wasn’t worth it. So I will continue posting DIY Links of the Week (DIY-related things, inspiring projects, ideas, and high-fashion meets crafty stuff that I’ve noticed while browsing on the internet), but I still want a way for all of you to be able to show off your own DIY projects and creations!
So…if you have a DIY project, tutorial, or creation that you’d like to see featured on Chic Steals, please email me at carlyjcais at chic-steals dot com – and I’ll feature it in one of my Links of the Week posts!
So without further ado, fun DIY-related things I’ve found this week:
Nice and Shiny made this cool braided-embellishment epaulet tunic. It looks amaaaazing and I love the braided detail!
Have you seen A Pair and a Spare‘s tutorial for making your own sheer maxi skirt? It seems so easy and she looks fabulous in it. It’s inspired me to make my own version! And that bustier she’s wearing! Yowza.
Burdastyle and Etsy are sponsoring a DIY Fashion Show in Austin, TX on March 13, 2011! I would love to go but alas, I don’t think it’s in the cards..but if you’re a DIYer, blogger, or craftsperson this is a must-see event!
Fabric scraps from the Lanvin for H&M collection are still littering a number of H&M stores. So instead of discarding or destroying them (as H&M was accused of doing to their unsold clothing back in January 2010 ), they decided to re-use them…in a collection aptly called Waste (ironic at all?), soon to be available at select H&M’s worldwide.
Nubby Twiglet’s “Dangerous” DIY studded sneakers are to die for! Made by her friend Joey, they’re delicious…and spiky.
I found Katjusha’s Sketchbook on Les Mads (German site) and love all of her DIY’s so much! Of special note: her Handpainted Deer Dress and Embellished Collar Necklace (with scrapbooking stickers).
Anthropologie items I find quaint, sweet, with a bit of a homemade-feel, and many are just begging to be DIY’d. Check out TipJunkie‘s list of 10 Anthropologie-Inspired DIYs to get those creative juices flowing!
DIY Lightbox over at CrazySexyFrugal! If you ever have to photograph products, crafts, or small items that needs beautiful lighting…this is a MUST. And sooo cheap too!
Urban Outfitters has also dove headfirst into offering customers customized goods: their Custom Shoppe – where you can choose from UO-exclusive graphics to add to their tees or upload your own! They’ve also teamed up with Republic Bike to offer the UO Bike Shop – where shoppers can customize their own bicycles.
Recent favorite affordable and cute shopping destinations:
xoxox
Carly
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Jan 12, 2011 | DIY, Life
Well, since there were only 3 projects submitted to my last DIY Roundup, they’re all everyone’s favorites! I had a great time visiting all your blogs and checking out your pieces. You’re all so creative! Here they are, just to recap:
Katarina from She sells sea shells made an amazing statement necklace, inspired by Lauren Manoogian’s designs. You’d never think that this beautiful piece was crafted from paperclips and textile tape!
#2: Monika’s Plait Scarf
I tried very hard to find this tutorial; I really did. There’s no direct link to it, the forum is in Polish, and the site won’t let me search through anything without logging in. What I can tell from the thumbnail is that it looks like a braided rug. If anyone had any more success with finding this tutorial, I’d love to link to it!
Edit 1/20: Monika left a nice comment on this post explaining that it was a plait scarf project that she had finished but hadn’t linked a tutorial to it. Sorry I thought it was a rug – it looks very sweet all the same!!:-)
Teresa crafted her own pair of glitter heels: a breathtaking modern version of Dorothy’s ruby slippers. (The trick is to use tacky glue and spray adhesive – and you have yourself a pair of shoes that could rival the coolest Louboutins!)
Thank you so much for sharing everyone!
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xoxox
Carly
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Dec 31, 2010 | DIY
Project in progress.
Whew! The holidays are going by FAST and it’s time for another DIY Roundup! I was hoping I’d have a project to share with you, but alas…hopefully it’ll be done by tomorrow. (There’s a little teaser for you above.:-) After Christmas = Procrastination for me! How about you? Have you made anything you’d like to share in the past weeks? If so, please add it to DIY Roundup 9!
So now you get to share your own DIY’s! If you have a DIY project or tutorial that you’d like to share, please feel free to link below! (However you can only link YOUR OWN PROJECT. Please do not link others’ projects!)
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Can’t wait to see everyone’s projects!
xoxox
Carly
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Dec 30, 2010 | DIY, Life
Thanks so much for submitting your projects into my last DIY Roundup! I had a great time visiting all your blogs and checking out your pieces. You’re all so creative! Here are the top 3 projects:
From Samantha over at Dollar Store Crafts, this woven rope necklace looks so high fashion! (And it’s made from two jumpropes – can you believe it???) I’m dying to make one of my own!!
Sarah from Simply Step Back made a beautiful stretchy jersey scarf (from her mom’s old tee) with a pretty fabric corsage as a bonus. Just in time for the cold winter months – and I love the stripes!
Stacie from Stars for Streetlights gave a pair of boots a new life by gluing scrap leather circles over them. You’d never know that she didn’t buy them like that – so boho chic!
Thank you so much for sharing everyone!
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xoxox
Carly
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