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Wednesday, May 1, 2013

J. Crew Inspired Jewel Collar DIY Mini Tutorial

How could I look at this J. Crew sweater (here) and not fall head over heels in love?  A DIY version is actually very easy!

Difficulty: Very Easy, no sewing necessary
Time: 5 min for existing items, 10 min to make your own
Materials: Collared shirt and earrings / pins / brooches

I bought some pretty earring multi-packs at F21 and poked them right through a regular collared shirt.  I love reversible DIYs:


Alternatively, you can make your own earrings / pins by gluing the appropriate backs to ornate beads or buttons:
Since my beads were so large, I opted to do only 2 right at the collar tips.

Easy right?  :)

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15 comments:

  1. Tasia |Ruffles and Sequins|May 1, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    Cutest idea! Such an easy way to spruce up a plain white buttonup :)

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  2. TaylorMay 1, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    This is a fantastic idea! I love it!!!

    Taylor

    Two Wheelers

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  3. MeMay 1, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Very interesting idea to use earrings!

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  4. UnknownMay 1, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    I love the idea of using earrings!! That is genius SPG :)

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  5. CaroMay 1, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    I had a "duh!" Moment after I read this. So easy!!! I'm going to keep my eyes peeled for cute f21 earrings now.

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  6. With Each Passing DayMay 1, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    Fantastic idea! I love that it is a cute and simple way to add interest to your blouse.

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  7. phiphis blogMay 1, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    SO fun!!! i will have to try this - likely the only DIY i can try (poking holes in a shirt? i'm in! LOL)

    you rock, S!! xo

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  8. UnknownMay 1, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    Ge.Ni.Us!

    That is all.

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  9. UnknownMay 2, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Wow, who would have thought? (you, of course!) This has been one of the few projects you posted I actually feel I can do. :)

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  10. Lisa - respect the shoesMay 3, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Brilliant idea with the pretty little earrings. I actually bought that JC sweater and sent it back - there is a little button loop in the back so you can open the collar and pull your head through. The material for the button loop was literally one thread - accident waiting to happen!

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  11. lisacngMay 3, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    I LOVE that you used earrings!!!!! Genius! Genius!

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  12. UnknownMay 3, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    this is such a cute idea! i never thought about it b/c i don't have my ears pierced. but the next time i see some cute studs i may just have to get them so i can do this!

    Maggie
    lovestylehappiness.blogspot.com

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  13. AnonymousMay 4, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    What a great and easy way to spruce up a collar

    katattack2000.wordpress.com

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  14. JoyMay 4, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Great idea! I never would have thought of this, but I love that there are so many DIY options with earrings. I don't have pierced ears, but I like to remove the backing and close the loop with some pliers and attach a chain to wear as a necklace. Then I have a spare one to give away!

    shortandsweetjoy

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  15. SSMay 6, 2013 at 4:30 AM

    That is such a brilliant idea! So cute! Gonna try.

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