DIY Jeweled Sandals

Earlier this summer I was dying for jeweled sandals- something that would instantly dress up basics (I don't wear flip flops ever!) However- when I looked around the prices were just ridiculous for jeweled sandals- like $60-$80 for nice ones that didn't look horribly cheap. So I was off to gather some supplies for my own attempt...

Supply List:

• Flat sandals (or any shoe for that matter). A nude color is best but otherwise a color that will coordinate with the colors you plan to do your gems in. Also don't choose ones with straps that are too thick (the gem won't cover enough space) or too thin (the gem will not be secure enough). Cost: $3 @ thrift store
• Bag of gems (variety pack comes in a clear plastic bag) from Michaels.  These can be more expensive so check for on sale or grab a coupon online. The bag comes with tons of colors/sizes/shapes so you will have a million left over for more DIYs.  Cost: $9
• Flip flop glue from Michaels. You could probably also use another adhesive but I wasn't sure.   I had doubts the gems would really adhere well but this worked incredibly well! Cost: $3

Directions:

1. Lay out the gems you want to use and try your best to place on shoe to map out the placement.
2. Glue on, wait to dry and your done!

Total Project Cost: $15 (but with tons of gems left over to inspire oodles of other projects :)

Fantasy Friday

A few fun, fantastical photos that have been inspiring me this week...



Loving the height and hues of this Marie Antoinette does drag wig via ebay seller Queens Wig
Master

Futuristic looking shoes from Melissa, as seen at the Philadelphia Museum of Art via the Idiosyncratic Fashionistas.




Temporary lip tattoos by Violent Lips as shown by Monroe Misfit Makeup.




One of my favorites "The Rose Roses" via Monroe Misfit Makeup. But you must check out all the other fun options below...





Which is your favorite?

Thrifting Adventures: Vintage Shoes

Out and about today (and very recently) I've come across lots of beautiful/cool vintage shoes....






But much to my dismay, they aren't ever my size! If you wear size 7.5 or smaller, consider yourself lucky!






The inside of them are usually just as beautiful...


















Im always tempted to buy vintage shoes just for decoration, but then again my new "leaf" I'm trying to turn over is not to keep buying knick-knacks (or "sit-arounds" as my husband calls them).
By the way, my husband has grown to HATE Thrifting! I don't know if it's that he just pretended to enjoy it to woo me OR it could be that it's a time investment as I dig and scavenge through everything, leaving no stone unturned.






My thrift buddy is my Aunt Sandy because she likes to DIG and she's committed to the hunt. She's always up for it- a true thrift soldier!






(the shopping cart is her horse)...
Do you like "digging" through stuff while Thrifting?
Or do you pass on those types of shops or areas of the store?
-Jenn