2010年10月29日星期五

hand-made DIY: Will I Lose My Wrinkles With Under Eye

hand-made DIY: Will I Lose My Wrinkles With Under Eye: "Eyebag surgery is a popular choice for many, women as well as men. Having more attractive, bright, youthful looking eyes really can knock ye..."

Will I Lose My Wrinkles With Under Eye

Eyebag surgery is a popular choice for many, women as well as men. Having more attractive, bright, youthful looking eyes really can knock years off, the unfortunate thing about eyebag surgery is its cost and the risks that are involved, you could undergo surgery, it could go wrong and you end up with more than you bargained for. There is an alternative product that you could go for that not only promises fantastic results but also comes with absolutely no risks. Eye Secrets Under Eye tightener eradicates the fine lines and wrinkles that appear around the eyes associated with ageing, it also zaps away those undesirable bags under the eyes, plumps up and smoothes skin as well as minimising open pores.
Eye Secrets Under Eye tightener is designed to be applied externally around the eye area, one application a day is usually all that is needed; results are expected to last up to 8-12 hours. If you suffer with oily skin or you perspire excessively you may need to re-apply more frequently. Within just one minute of applying the cream you will see the skin immediately become tauter and smoother and the wrinkles and lines begin to dissipate. Its results are truly astonishing; an eyelift in an instant. Who would have thought it could be this easy? Eye Secrets Under Eye tightener contains Collagen, Vitamin B and Aloe, its main special component in the formula is disclosed to the public.
Studies and clinical trials on women using the Eye Secrets Under Eye tightener shows that the majority of women experience a reduction in their lines and wrinkles of up to 46% with regular use. It is hypoallergenic and a non-irritant so suitable for all skin types. Each bottle contains a 30 day supply (one month) and it is suitable to be worn under cosmetics or without. It is an ideal essential to have in any make-up bag, quickly revitalising not just your eyes but your entire face. It can also be effectively used around the mouth and lips to help to do away with the lines and wrinkles around that area too, so you are getting two treatments for the price of one.
This makes for a very quick, discreet and convenient treatment for those unwanted bags and lines that make people so self-conscious about their appearance and why suffer in silence? You owe it to yourself to do something about it. Invest in Eye Secrets Under Eye tightener today and instantly feel more confident in not just your appearance but in yourself. What�s even greater about about Eye Secrets Under Eye tightener is that it can literally be your little secret; you will look more radiant than ever and without surgery!

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2010年10月26日星期二

hand-made DIY: tutorial: skirty bag

hand-made DIY: tutorial: skirty bag: "I am a chronic recycler and so I put together this tutorial of one of my favorite recycling projects – a mini skirt into a cute bag. St..."

tutorial: skirty bag

I am a chronic recycler and so I put together this tutorial of one of my favorite recycling projects – a mini skirt into a cute bag.




Start with a mini skirt that is on the smaller side and has some pleating. Pockets and other detailing makes for a really unique bag as well. Cotton, corduroy, line or wool skirts are usually easier to work with than denim, unless it is really lightweight. I used a size 7 fine wale corduroy skirt with two side seam pockets and a side zipper. I removed the zipper and sewed the seam back together. If you like, you could cut the skirt apart where the zipper is and sew it back together if it doesn’t work to take the zipper out, or alternately you could add a secret pocket that is accessed through the zipper (the secret pocket is another tutorial though!).
Next, turn the skirt inside out, press the pleats so that they lie evenly, and pin the bottom right sides of the skirt together. Stitch along the bottom of the skirt. If the hem appears too bulky, you can trim it and ziz zag or serge along the bottom to finish the seam.
If you want to add more depth to the bag you can box the corners by aligning the lower edge with the adjoining side edge to form a point, then stitching across the point forming a triangle. Turn bag to right side.
(there is a good tutorial here on boxing corners)
To make a lining, lay the bag on two layers of lining fabric and cut around the bag, leaving 1-2 inches around the three edges and and about 5 inches along the top edge. Sew the lining right sides facing and box the corners. Turn lining and insert into bag, wrong sides together. Fold over lining and pin so that the top edges are even, or leaving a small bit of the lining showing. Set aside.
Sew handles by cutting two strips of fabric and medium to heavyweight interfacing 25″ x 4″ each. Lay fabric right side down, place interfacing on top and fold in half lengthwise. Press, forming a long strip. Open and fold long edges in to meet center fold, hiding all raw edges. Stitch along the edges and down the center of the handle a few times. Attach handles to the bag on each side in between the outer and inner layers. Stitch all layers together following the stitching lines of the skirt’s waistband.
Your new bag is ready to show off! This project has endless modification possiblities. You could add pockets, applique, snaps, or buttons. Look for skirts with unique detailing to create a different look every time. Good luck!
About the designer: Amy likes to make stuff. She believes in thrifting, improvising, recycling and making it up as you go along. She also believes that creating connects people and makes life so much sweeter. One-of-a-kind is her favorite kind and handmade is where it’s at. Currently, she spends a lot of time sewing handbags and accessories, aprons, baby and toddler clothing and some other random things as the spirit moves her. Website

2010年10月25日星期一

hand-made DIY: DIY Tin Lanterns

hand-made DIY: DIY Tin Lanterns: "I really enjoy home made decor. If you come to my house for dinner there’s typically fresh flowers from our yard, condiments served in small..."

DIY Tin Lanterns

I really enjoy home made decor. If you come to my house for dinner there’s typically fresh flowers from our yard, condiments served in small recycled glass jars, and place cards put together with paper scraps saved for a rainy day. So, when thinking about lighting for a small summer meal, I had to try my hand at some simple tin lanterns.



After eating the contents, I washed these tins and filled about 3/4 full with water. Then, I let sit in my freezer overnight to give the cans a strong interior to work with to avoid any bending. Once ready, I took a hammer and nail and created holes for the light to shine through. I found it easy to set the can in a vice so I could hammer without worrying about the it moving. Try a pattern or random holes like the ones shown here. If you want to add some color try spray paint…I went with white (above) and had several hanging in the backyard. The soft light can add some depth to your outdoor dining area and is a simple, inexpensive project to try at home.
What hand made touches are you adding to your home this summer?

DIY Pot Rack

Since I’ve seen some really great designs for pipe furniture lately, I figured I’d share something I did a while back.

I made a pot rack using some 3/4″ galvanized pipe, some fittings, and some hand made “S” hooks. After polishing the pipe, hitting it with a light coat of wax, and assembling it, the rack attached to the wall pretty easily with some wall anchors. The “S” hooks were the only real effort.
I bent some stiff wire around a broom handle and cut off the excess with a hack saw. I know it seems ridiculous to make your own “S” hooks (come on you can buy them at any hardware store), but it gives it that extra something. Different lengths and shapes add a little more interest. Off the shelf hooks just don’t look right to me. I’m an “S” hook snob, there I said it.