INSPIRATION [patriotic accessories]

In this month of celebrating America, we can't forget about the goodies we're carrying around right? Don't worry, I've got you covered!

TOTE BAG: This little gem serves not only as a great reminder of where you live, but extra functional to fit your workout gear, groceries, beach stuff, or serve as a purse! Simply take off the areas to create the stripes, and paint accordingly with fabric paint!

BUNTING NECKLACE: This beautiful necklace is great for any occasion, and any age! Grab a discount pack of scrapbook paper in patriotic prints or solids, fold and cut triangles along the fold (when unfolded they create long diamonds), place on your chain in the crease, glue together and you have yourself a super easy, and super cute accessory!

CLUTCH: Great for a night out, or your office wallet, take a simple clean lined clutch, lay flat and place a layer of modpodge on top of it, place your piece of fabric, and cover again with the modpodge, make sure you fold it a few times so it can settle into place before drying. Coat one more time, and hot glue a gold belt around it to keep it closed.

STAR SPANGLED BANGLES: Grab a few cheap bangles at your local thrift store, a couple bottles of nail polish, and cover with clear polish when finished! Great update to any wardrobe!

Have another idea, or tried one of these? Send me a link or picture! I'd love to feature it!

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Guest Services: Color Blocking

Welcome to the new and improved 'Guest Services'. Every month I feature a guest blogger, interview, or feature great projects from other fabulous DIYers! Want to be featured, or know someone who deserves it? Let me know!

Since color blocking is a popular trend this summer I've decided to kick off with a few great color blocking projects that are sure to spice up your life!

Yarn Lampshade Tutorial by Vintage Revivals

This beautiful ombre shade made using yarn and hot glue! Love it! Perfect way to bring character, color, and the color blocking trend into your home!

Color Block Bolster Pillow by Sew4Home

I love this pillow, and it has found its way onto my to-do list! A comfy and functional way to add the trend to your home! Choose colors you already incorporate into your room, and this pillow can tie the room together as the finishing piece!

Backyard Bird Bath by The Culinary Cougar

Your backyard needs love too!  How about this bright bird bath! Made from terra cotta pots, painted bold bright color-this is the perfect way to make a splash this season!

Color Block Clutch by PS I Made This

Such a simple project, so easy, so custom and so cute! Perfect addition to any wardrobe, especially if you're not completely in love with the trend! Add this to your daily ensemble and people will be lining up to compliment your style!

Make sure you not only check out these tutorials, but their sites as well! Some amazing projects you just can't miss out on-click on the name or image to be brought to their site!