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Outdoor Activities DIY Roundup

Posted on April 16, 2015July 31, 2018 by M&J Trimming

The weekend is coming up and the sun is finally shining, which means that we’re finally able to enjoy the outdoors! Add some fun to the sun with these outdoor DIY games that are cute, crafty and entertaining for the whole family! They also make great activities for parties or weddings.
Hop the day away with this rainbow hopscotch board made from paving stones!

Play some classic board games, and then have a delicious dinner outdoors with the flip of a table tile with the outdoor checkers table!

Revive an old classic game on the lawn with these bright and colorful lawn dominoes!

Use your shed to create an epic rock wall for little ones!

Update your average horseshoes with colorful pastels!

Spring Hair Trend Inspiration

Posted on April 11, 2015August 8, 2018 by M&J Trimming

Looking to upgrade your current ‘do? Take a tip from the 2015 Spring catwalks, and imitate some of the hottest runways styles! From metal hardware to real red roses, this season’s styles are sure to have something for everyone!

Adding an edge of gold to your hairstyle can add a dose of glamour to your look, and adds interest to messy hair.

Flowers and hair are almost a match made in heaven! Whether they’re made of leather or picked straight from the garden, they add a natural touch to your style.

Barrettes are anything but boring when you add beading, gemstones and the like. Add them to a pony or loose chignon to finish off a basic hairstyle.

Trend Alert: Culottes

Posted on April 9, 2015August 7, 2018 by M&J Trimming

Skinny jeans have been the stand-by pant silhouette for years now, and while they are a staple in our closet, sometimes we need a pant that’s a little more roomy. Enter culottes. These wide-legged cropped pants are making a comeback baby! Not only are they chic, they’re also one of the first types of pants to be acceptably worn by women because they were shaped like a skirt, while giving women the freedom to ride horseback astride a saddle. We love this style because it’s versatile, unique and modern; and we know you’ll be seeing it everywhere this spring!

Spring Wreath DIY Roundup

Posted on April 2, 2015August 7, 2018 by M&J Trimming

There’s nothing more cheerful than seeing a beautiful wreath upon entering a home. Welcome spring to your abode with these friendly seasonal wreaths! Why do we have to wait for May flowers? Bypass the April showers and make this tulip wreath to brighten your doorway!

What could be better than a fluttering kaleidoscope of butterflies greeting guests as the walk into your home?

All of the elements of spring, from flowers to birds’ nests, are captured in this wreath.

Use fabric scraps to make this colorful wreath that can easily be used inside too!

This wreath is made with an unlikely material: bubblegum! Who knew a chewy treat could look so modern and sophisticated?

Easter Party Inspiration

Posted on April 1, 2015August 8, 2018 by M&J Trimming

If you’re throwing an Easter party this Sunday, but you’re scrambling for clever ideas to make your party stand out check out these adorable ideas! Bunnies are a must at almost any Easter party, and we love these little moss-covered cuties!

Don’t let all of the jellybeans go to your head, there’s plenty of room for cake at an Easter party! Especially one that’s THIS cute.

Decorate your party space with some veggie garlands! Carrots are a fun and unique addition to your decor.

Pastels are the perfect palette for spring festivities! Baby blues, pinks and spring yellows are the ideal colors for a celebration this sweet!

A carton of eggs makes the best set of vases for flower cuttings and looks so cute when clustered together!

Bold paper blooms help to really make your party vibrant!

Easter Egg DIY Roundup

Posted on March 28, 2015August 7, 2018 by M&J Trimming

Get your eggs ready for embellishment, and get cracking (hopefully not literally) on your Easter eggs with these fun DIYs! If you’re egg-cellent at puns, you’ll love these stamped Easter egg DIYs!

img_9188-8 Easter eggs can always take on a little “extra”. Bring in gold leaf, washi, and even trim for eggs that will really catch your eye!

If you aren’t artistically inclined, decoupage your eggs using decorative napkins and let them do the hard work for you.

Say what you’re feeling without saying a word with these emoji easter eggs.

Bohemian Maxi Dress Inspiration

Posted on March 26, 2015July 26, 2018 by M&J Trimming

When spring and summer roll around, all you want to do is escape the doldrums of winter, chuck your puffy jackets at the slightest hint of sunshine, and whip out the airy and breezy styles that will be your uniform for the warm months. If you’re a fan of ethereal styles, one of the season’s hottest trends will be suit you just fine. Much like fringe, flowing maxi dresses in bohemian patterns and prints are taken right out of the 1970s. What we love about this trend? It will keep you feeling cool and looking foxy.

Spring Dress DIY Roundup

Posted on March 22, 2015August 7, 2018 by M&J Trimming

There are a few things that happen when spring hits the city. The snow boots are replaced with rain boots. Iced coffee becomes even more popular. The parks become packed around lunchtime. And enviable dresses start popping up like daisies. If you’re skilled with a sewing machine, make these adorable dresses for spring!
Make this bright and breezy knee-length swing dress! It’s the perfect casual dress to spend the day in.

Be as beautiful as a bloom in this DIY tulip dress. The fun shape of the skirt adds fun and sass to a more modest top.

Jul212013_7981 This dress is called the “Day Date Dress”, and it’s no wonder why! The dress is so cute, it would be hard not to fall in love at first sight!

This beautiful ballet-neck dress is ideal for a day on the town during those hot summer and spring spells!

Spring Decor DIY Roundup

Posted on March 19, 2015August 10, 2017 by M&J Trimming

Make a beautiful botanical centerpiece with friendly succulents!

Greet guests with a wreath made from a garden hose for an exciting entry into your home.

Rain clouds under your feet are better than over your head, right? Make these cute cloud rugs to celebrate the spring showers!

Use lace and jute to create this adorable vase that’s perfect for your next spring party!

Spring Outerwear DIY Roundup

Posted on March 8, 2015August 7, 2018 by M&J Trimming

It’s finally starting to warm up, and in celebration of the warming weather, we wanted to gather up a bunch of DIYs that you can rock you start dropping the layered outerwear. Soon enough it will be warm enough to walk outside wearing only a jacket or cardigan, and when that day comes you’ll be prepared with a bunch of awesome DIY outerwear! Upgrade a basic denim jacket with a cool fabric insert!

If you’re not bad with a needle and thread, this DIY kimono is a perfect pick for you.

Sparkle as you walk down the street with this sequin cardigan DIY!

Accentuate your waist with a cropped jacket!