What You'll Need:
Black bag
Pyramid studs (assorted sizes)
Seam ripper or other sharp object
Pliers
The fabric on my bag wasn't thick, so I found it easy to poke the prongs through with my hands and bend them closed with pliers. If you can't work the studs through by hand, use the sharp end of the seam ripper to puncture two holes where the prongs will easily slide in. Starting at the center of your bag, work your way toward the outside edge following parallel to the top curve. Next, you will make an upside down triangle. Start from the center stud and make a line of four studs in both direction. In groups of two, work your way down the bag to a point. Now it is time for the larger triangle. Alternating large and small studs, make another line of four studs in both directions above the first triangle. Work your way down the bag in groups of two, just as before, but mix it up by adding a large pyramid in place of two small ones occasionally. Finish the point with a group of three large studs.
The arrowhead-like nature of the triangular pattern makes the bag look much more sophisticated than others with haphazardly placed studs. I think it gives off the perfect undertone of Native-American-meets-modern-New-Yorker. Yes, I'll get along just fine with this until my precious baby returns from the Paris shop looking buffed, shiny, and sparkly.
xx,CC
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While you're sprucing up your handbags with flashy and eye catching garnishes, why not do he same to virtually any outfit you own? Hop online to find chic and highly affordable jewelry, for half of designer prices. Check out anything from custom pieces to diamond engagement rings.
21 comments:
if i ever stop procrastinating, I definitely want to DIY the bag and acid washed jeans! Thanks for all the helpful tips!
-maddie
Awesome!
I passed an award to you. You can copy it from my blog if you want.
Your diy are always perfect when I try I usually just end up breaking it.
xL
totally awesome DIY!!!
SUCHA GREAT PROJECT! thanks so much for sharing :) I find it very hard to poke holes for the studs though
Thanks!! I love your blog want to link up? I added you to my blog roll.
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Wow, babe, you did an AMAZING job!!
o my gosh!! i could not believe it was really your hand made!! so damn cool!!
love your blog honey. visit mine, you are invited. ;) smooch
Exactly- Thurs. is like the pre-weekend. Cause once the weekend arrives it's almost over already. I prefer THURSDAY to Fridays. =]
Great bag
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you win! amazing DIY.
man, those salesgirls must not read the papers. we're in a recession! we don't buy chanel bags to "tide us over!"
I love it, great DIY!
Wow, you have an amazing blog, lovin this bag and those acid wash jeans.. might have to try that some time!
Adding you to my links for sure =]
Keep up the great work!
Hey, The bag looks great. I think everyone (myself included) is stud mad right now. Its kinda funny.
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this is great! not "trying to be punky" & overly studded like a lot of the bags I've seen lately!
Wow what a great job.I adore the bag!
adorable!!
Hi
Your DIY's are great!! If only I wasn't so lazy ;)
love your blog by the way, and thank you for leaving me a comment
Have a lovely week :)
xoxo
i couldn't agree more with the a.wang thing, and yeah lets def link. let me know when you've added me and i'll add you bk!
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nothing beats a lovely studded bag. yum.
Love the bag!
Where did you get the actual bag from?
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