Well hello everyone!
Wow I have been away for a while and I apologize. I started a new job which means a new rhythm,at home and at work, to get used to. Unfortunately for me it also meant kind of losing my mojo in the DIY departement. Getting up early meant going to bed early meant not getting to spend as much quality time with my busy boyfriend meant me so not being in the mood to be creative! It's a viscious cycle. Me being tired all the time, and I must admit I get tired quickly, affected me in different ways as not seeing my girlfriends as much as I wanted to. It sounds depressing, and it was!, which all added to minimum inspiration.
Now I am quite an addict to Glamour magazine and also a huge fan of Dawn O'Porter. In the January issue of Glamour she talks about times when she gets in the slum and only feels like lying on the settee and not seeing her girlfriends. I could relate so much to that article and it kind of gave me the kick up the hind that I needed! And so I have returned! And with a vengeance I must say for I have the motherload of DIY'S for all of you!
I have been making my own jewelery for years and am always looking for new projects. A while ago I came across this ring-DIY that I gave a go and would love to share with all you lovely people today!:)
Needed:
- Adjustable rings (foud in any arts&crafts store)
- Mineral stone(s) - Glue
- Gold spraypaint (optional)
It's an extremely simple DIY which most of you have already figured out how to make just by looking at the photo! The most important thing to do is to make sure the bottom of the stone is flat so it sticks to the ring properly. You can do this by lightly sanding the stone down. I chose to spraypaint the bottom sides of the stones to create the bling effect but just the stone by itself will blow people away! I simply used tape to outline the parts of the stones I wanted to colour and sprayed the stones until I was happy with the overall colour. After letting the stones dry I lightly sanded the bottom, added some glue to the ring and stuck the stone on. It took a good while for the stone to attach itself to the ring so be prepared to sit still for awhile;) Let the rings dry for a good hour before using them to make sure they don't come undone while wearing them.
- Adjustable rings (foud in any arts&crafts store)
- Mineral stone(s) - Glue
- Gold spraypaint (optional)
It's an extremely simple DIY which most of you have already figured out how to make just by looking at the photo! The most important thing to do is to make sure the bottom of the stone is flat so it sticks to the ring properly. You can do this by lightly sanding the stone down. I chose to spraypaint the bottom sides of the stones to create the bling effect but just the stone by itself will blow people away! I simply used tape to outline the parts of the stones I wanted to colour and sprayed the stones until I was happy with the overall colour. After letting the stones dry I lightly sanded the bottom, added some glue to the ring and stuck the stone on. It took a good while for the stone to attach itself to the ring so be prepared to sit still for awhile;) Let the rings dry for a good hour before using them to make sure they don't come undone while wearing them.
I absolutely LOVE wearing these rings! They bling up any outfit and are suitable for lunchdates and a night out on the town.
You absolutely have to have a go at these babies! Go bling or go home!
Xox Elena
You absolutely have to have a go at these babies! Go bling or go home!
Xox Elena
