DIY ROPE NECKLACE and more...

Sometimes I see editorials that fill me such DIY inspiration I feel like I should just quit my job and take up crafting full time. Or become a stylist - one with very limited actual styling abilities but plenty of skill with a couple of balls of neon string. The neon/tribal/beach theme in this shoot had me literally drooling, with the DIY inspiration details a giant cherry on top.

I have a majorly creative weekend planned, and this shoot has inspired me to:

- craft some simple rope necklaces

- make that blanket cape I keep banging on about

- make a skirt out of some mexican fabric

- craft a colourful feather collar

Phew. Lots of work ahead clearly. Happy Friday guys! Have you got any projects planned?

Images: Cosmopolitan Australia December 2011 via Oracle Fox (thanks to these ladies for the tip on this editorial. You guys were right, it's completely up my alley).

DIY Leopard Fur Cape/Collar

You can make a collar like this using any patterned fabric. Perfect for keeping warm. The beautiful and talented Paulinemma has killed it with this DIY. If you haven't checked out her blog, you definitely should. A small number of very well executed DIYs hiding in her archives too!

DIY Blanket Coat

Cut arm holes in a wool blanket, and throw on, wrap around or whatever you want, to keep warm this winter.

Image: Studded Hearts