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DIY - Tribal Tassel Necklace

by Sophie Okulick
Apr 21, 2011 2:57 PM PDT

It doesn't take much to get StyleHive editors excited about spring jewelry trends! With sexy fringe in the spotlight of must-have accessories, we've combined a new tasseled texture to DIY!


This tribal meets tassel necklace, inspired by Kenneth Jay Lane, will freshen up any outfit and make a statement when you walk in the door at your next soiree. Long, narrow beads like the ones we used for our wooden fringe necklace can be found at any bead store. From stones like turquoise to metal, and wood, this simple necklace lets you try out different materials and colors for a truly unique and customizable project!


Here's what you'll need -


- strand of your favorite narrow shaped beads
- 10 inches of beading wire
- 12 inches of gold chain
- Scissors


Step 1 -Tie a double knot at one end of the beading wire, leaving a 1-2 inch excess.


Step 2 - Cut the strand of beads to let them loose, and start beading them through your wire.


Step 3 - Bead about 7 inches and loop the end of the wire through the gold chain, double knot the wire and cut off the excess.


Step 3 - With the other end of the beaded strand repeat step 3, tying the wire to the chain.


Next time your feeling the accessory blues try out this DIY pick me up!

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DIY - Bejeweled Collar

by Sophie Okulick
Apr 7, 2011 2:29 PM PDT

The collared shirt has been a closet staple since the beginning of garments and recently we've been seeing more stars spruce up their boyfriend's shirt with a little razzle dazzle!


When Contributing Editor, Geri Hirsch (of Because I'm Addicted) spotted Emily Browning in an embellished Phillip Lim top, we knew that this was a DIY made in be-dazzled Heaven!


This easy technique can be done in an array of different colors, shapes and sizes ... or use a variety like we did! Skip the statement necklace and ice your neck with this DIY tip that looks lovely worn on its own or styled peaking out from under your sweater! Now we'll show you how to Do-It-Yourself!


Here's what you'll need -


Collared shirt
Rhinestones to cover the collar in color and shape of your choice. We used a variety pack.
Fabric glue or E-6000 adhesive


Step 1 - Find a cool collared shirt (Try Goodwill!) and jewels at your local crafts store (We love Micheal's)!


Step 2 - Lay collar flat, arranging jewels how you'd like them to look


Step 3 - Glue each jewel down and let dry. Watch your plain shirt become a unique, one of a kind piece!