The crow instinct to gather shiny objects lives in us all. A shiny new pin from a souvenir shop, or a charm riddled chain you’ve been adding to for years are great ways to show off your trinkets. Add a little something to any outfit, without having to go full maximalist. So get your safety pins out, and get to adorning.
Laced With Charm
Upgrade a basic sneaker with some simple DIYs. Think the well-loved Croc Jibbitz 2.0 — try cute pins and patches for a touch of personalization. Thread bright beads on one side of a safety pin for a quick, yet durable, way to enhance your kicks. Draping chains are another inexpensive method to channel street-style. Lastly, on trend with coquette-core, swap basic laces for some colorful, dainty ribbons. Whether a bright pop of color or adding intrigue with a pattern, ribbons can step-up your shoe game.
Purse-onalized
Take a bag from boring to blinging by draping customized chains and charms around it. Most tote bags and shoulder purses have little metal rings to hook chains on, making the DIY opportunity rather simple. Michael’s and Hobby Lobby sell decorated beaded chains and single charms for you to mix-and-match at reasonable prices. Old necklaces also make for some great decor, especially if they’ve been tarnished or out-worn. Add some charms that speak to you, and you’ve got yourself a brand-new look.
Key to Couture
From DIY crochet projects to long-lost trinkets, just about anything can make the perfect keychain. Dollar store crafts are a cheap way to make key accessories, or buy already-made keychains from your favorite boutique. For a fun project, grab a “mystery bag” in the jewelry section of your local thrift store to pull together unique beads and charms for a spunky keychain. Attach it anywhere — from your bag to your wallet, a unique keychain keeps your individuality in the spotlight.
words_lizzie kristal. photo&design_marita gavioti.
This article was published in Distraction’s Fall 2024 print issue.
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