Showing posts with label bracelet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bracelet. Show all posts
Friday, July 22, 2011
Bohemian jones presents...Cheap Chic! Making finding treasures a breeze!
There is something exciting and glamorous about wearing a piece from “yesteryear”!!! If it’s not the idea of owning a piece of history that gets you, then maybe it’s the fact that you’ve found a piece no one else has… what’s better than owning a one of a kind!
So the next time you pass an antique shop, a yard sale, or charity shop, I dare you to stop in… once you find your first score it’s an addiction from there!
Here are a few styling and purchasing
guidelines along your journey!
*Wearing Vintage: The best way to wear your new treasure is to mix it in subtly with your modern day look. Example: A vintage cuff pairs perfect with your trendy stackable bracelets or try a vintage clutch in place of your over the shoulder bag!
*Embrace the Hunt: Thrift stores consistently carry of-the-moment trendy pieces, but be ready to shop around. Be patient, it’ll be worth it once you find what you’re looking for!*The Price is Right: Check over the item you’re looking to purchase… if it’s tattered and needs a little pick-me-up you may be able to work with the shop owner over the price. If the piece is in good condition or a known brand name, chances are you have a true vintage piece on your hands. The price tag may be high, but chances are it’s a third of the price of something in a department store.
*Be Creative: Upgrade a 1940’s coat into the latest trend by changing out the buttons, turn a small brooch into a hair pin or pendant, re-finish outdated furniture, or use old saucers as cute jewelry organizers. The possibilities are endless!
Last but not least, *LOVE the piece you’re buying! Make sure it’s something you’ll wear and not just tucked away for “someday”. Be realistic about repairs and please, WASH your new purchase. ;)
What kind of treasures have you found in unexpected places??? Let us know in the comments below!
And please remember to share us with your friends! We appreciate you!
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Bohemian Jones DIY Jewelry Project...
About Jamie…
Not only is Jamie going to show us how to make an amazing bracelet… she’s giving it away to one lucky EMM reader… To be eligible to win you just have to be an Earth Monkeys “Friend” on Facebook…
Supplies Needed…
3ft – Leather or Faux Cord, Button (with only 2 holes), Beads of your choice
Step 1
Measure out 3 ft of cord
Step 2
Fold cord in half
Step 3
Make a “balloon” knot at the folded end of your cord, the width of your button.
Step 4
String both pieces of cord with beads
Step 5
The beading length will vary depending on your wrist measurement. When sizing, be sure to include the space of your button.
Step 6
Make another “balloon” knot at the end of your bead work
Step 7
Thread your button onto one side of the cord
Step 8
Bringing both pieces of cord back together, make another “balloon” knot to secure the button in place
Step 9
Make a regular knot to finish off the bracelet
Step 10
Trim off the excess cord, leaving just a little for look
Finished Product!
These make great bracelets for men and women, and kids love stringing their own designs! Enjoy and let us know what you think on Earth Monkeys’ Facebook page today… who knows, your comment could win you this bracelet:)
Check Out Bohemian Jones’ on Facebook… or www.bohemianjones.com
You can also find Bohemian Jones in Etsy
OR E-Mail Jamie directly for more information about her line at jamie@bohemianjones.com
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