DIY ~ Pearl n Crystal Stud Earrings

Hi lovelies!  This DIY I had originally intended to go up before the holidays, but the hustle and bustle prevented me from doing so.  These earrings are so fun and easy to make, I made pairs for my bf's sisters!  While I had all the supplies on hand, they are extremely easy to find/order should you need to do so, and with the leftovers you'll be able to put them to good use!  {How-to after the break!}

M&J Trimming ~ Project DIY #MJProjectDIY

Hi lovelies!  As I'm sure you know, I *love* M&J Trimming.  I consider it my Mecca, although I've never been, I do hope to make a pilgrimage there one day!  (Anyone want to sponsor that trip? LOL!)  I was so excited to take part in the M&J Trimming Blogger Challenge recently, and of course was so stoked to hear about its launching of a monthly subscription box - Project DIY.  For $30 a month, you'll receive the supplies and tutorials to create 2-3 accessories inspired by the runway and current trends!  All the projects are created by a super talented team of designers at M&J Trimming.  I was lucky enough to receive the press kit for the inaugural box, themed 'Autumn in New York'.  {Click to keep reading!}

M&J Trimming DIY Challenge

Hi lovelies!  As you may have seen yesterday, I announced that I was participating in M&J Trimmings 3rd Annual Blogger Challenge!  (Check out my post, here)  Well today my projects are up on M&J Trimming's blog.  I'd love if you checked them out, and let me know which is your favorite!

I had so much fun doing this challenge, it's so rad to see how different ladies interpreted the same materials.  So go and see the tutorials, and show me some love!

Click here to check out my projects on M&J Trimming's blog!

xo
Lia

Smart n Snazzy's Part of the 3rd Annual M&J Trimming Blogger Challenge!

Hi lovelies!  I've got some exciting news... I'm participating in M&J Trimming's 3rd Annual Blogger Challenge!  YAY!  When M&J Trimming contacted me to ask if I was interested in participating, I was in shock!  I mean, it's the best store on the planet for DIY supplies, but also the past participant are bloggers I've looked up to for years and have inspired me to start blogging.

I was sent the above box of goodies to create projects with, and OCD me actually used all of the supplies!  Now when I found out the other 6 bloggers participating, I was so humbled and flattered and actually felt like I didn't belong amongst them.  I mean, they're DIY powerhouses, imho.  Seriously, to be included among the likes of Chic Steals, Glitter n Glue, Swellmayde, Studs and Pearls, Thanks I Made It, and Trinkets in Bloom is the biggest honor I could imagine.

Check out M&J Trimming's intro to all the bloggers participating in the challenge, and show me some love!

So, my lovelies, please be sure to check out M&J Trimming's blog tomorrow, where my seven (7!) pieces I created will be featured along with the full tutorials!

xxooxoxo
Lia

DIY ~ Crystal Spike Stud Earrings

Hi lovelies!  I've got a fun and easy DIY for you today... it's these unique crystal spike stud earrings!

Here's the inspiration, these beautiful Courtney Lee Collection Eve earrings, as soon as I saw them I knew I'd be making them!  Now they are on sale on Gilt right now for only $45, but they're sold out there too {here}  So if you really like them, you've got to check the how-to!  {Click to keep reading!}

DIY ~ Emerald Bling Sailor's Knot Bracelet

Hi lovelies!  Maybe it's the New Englander in me, but there's something about these sailor's knot bracelets that I just love, it evokes feelings of summer in me just looking at it.  But being an adult, they just seem too plain for me now.  It wasn't until I spied these amazing neon gems that I knew what I wanted to do.  {Click for the how-to!}

DIY Nautical Hurricane Candle Holder

Hi lovelies!  I've been wanting to make this candle holder since I first saw the Nate Berkus for Target ones.  I instantly fell in love with it, but knew I could create the same thing for much less money.

You'll need:

• A cylinder glass vase (got mine from the dollar store!)
• Some rope (this is from Home Depot)
• Some woven cotton trim, used for making belts (this is from the trims section at Joann's)
• Two nailhead studs with prongs (these I used are old ones from M&J Trimming, and have a nautical feel to them)
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• Scissors

{Click for the how-to}

DIY ~ Joomi Lim Inspired Spiked Necklace

Happy Tuesday, lovelies!  Today's DIY is inspired by this gorgeous Joomi Lim spiked necklace.  It's stunning, isn't it?  But it's a bit too expensive for my liking. So, I raided my supplies and found I had a similar chain to use, and ordered the studs from M&J Trimming.  {How to after the jump}