DIY Jewelry

Ever want a stand out necklace but don't want the stand out price? Try DIY! Do it yourself is an amazing alternative to buying a pricey statement piece. The necklace on the left is from Anthropologie and the necklace on the right is made from scratch! Finding some high end beads at a craft store and some threads are a cheaper alternative to these expensive store buys.

Some of the most trendy pieces are darling works of beaded genius. You can get this braided look with some thread, tiny beads and a chain! Make sure you have some scissors, wire and a bunch of beads! You can make a few strands and braid them together to get a thick woven look. You can thread the same bead color or a bunch of rainbow colors!

You can try a vintage button look as well! Glue some old buttons to a piece of felt. Cut the shape of the buttons our around the felt and make sure they are super glue tight. Pierce a hole in each side corner of the necklace to secure with chains. Perfect mode made look that appears store bought and original!

Regarding DIY, you can do a lot with a surprising material! Find an old jump rope of cable rope to create a fun woven look necklace. Simply braid the loops together and secure a fastening at the end! You can add a little friendship bracelet flare and you have the perfect summer necklace.

You can also create chic ring looks that wow for any occasion. You can take an old baby spoon and turn it into a darling ring! Simply saw the spoon cup off at one end, sand the sharp edge, and bend the spoon until it encloses your finger. 

You can create a rock ring with three simple items! Simply buy a ring back at any craft store, go hunting for your perfect gem in a science exploration store and glue it on! You instantly have the perfect hippy ring!

Want a dainty little accent ring? The bow above is to die for! All you need is a simple little piece of wire to make this adorable ring above. Simply take the thin wire and bend it into a bow! Tie the wire just like you would normally tie a shoe but with wire tweezers! Cut off the extra and you're good to go!

You can also DIY a bracelet of your very own. Get three strands of big fake pearls and wrap the ends together. Glue a bow to the end of the pearl strands and add a base cuff to match. This adds a splash of color and is very feminine. This item dresses up plain T-shirts and jeans.

Finally, visit this blog to find out how to make this piece of lace into a great pair of earrings! You can use almost any piece of lace to create sheer, matching earrings. DIY your accessories this 2013!