Tag: DIY

Creative homemade Halloween costumes

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DIY Halloween costumes are a great way to create an original costume while having fun making it in the process. There are a lot of creative ways to take what you already have in your wardrobe and use it to transform yourself for the night. A great costume doesn’t have to cost you much if you make...

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Knitting basics

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Knitting is a simple and productive hobby that’s easy for anyone to develop by following a few simple steps. When it comes to choosing the supplies for knitting, it depends entirely on what’s being made. Simple items like scarves and headbands will require basic 8-10mm needles and thicker yarn, which...

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DIY dorm decor under $10

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These two super easy DIY crafts are a simple way to transform your dorm room from drab to fab! Room accents with a punch of colour can help refresh a dull dorm room and also help you keep organized for school. A bulletin board and desk organizers are already a dorm desk staple, so why not make them...

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Style guide: how to thrift

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Thrifting in the fall time is a great way to update your wardrobe in a budget-friendly, fashion forward way. If you have a bit of time and are feeling creative, thrift shopping is definitely the way to go! With the “90s revival” back in style, it’s easy to channel this casual vintage look and also...

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DIY designed mugs

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I find that drinking tea out of my favourite mug automatically brightens my day, especially in the fall and wintertime. Whether it’s an early caffeine fix for a difficult morning, or a cup of tea before bedtime, a good mug will always put a smile on your face at anytime of the day. Draw on any porcelain...

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DIY: Embellished Collar

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By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor Any fashion blog browser knows that studs are back and here to stay. Though studded boots might be a little too much for some, studded collars are a great alternative to add a touch of embellishment to update your wardrobe. Why spend $50 at Topshop when you can DIY for...

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New Uses For Old Things

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By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor If you’re anything like me, your Kingston house is likely full of random odds and ends. I scoured for resources on new uses for old things and was impressed by the hundreds of ideas out there. Here are a collection of ideas that are useful, efficient and reduce waste! 1. When...

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DIY Matte Nail Polish

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By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor Why pay $10 for an OPI or Zoya matte nail polish when you can DIY it? Making your own matte nail polish takes no time at all and gives you a finished product that’s identical to the real deal. Step 1: Take a piece of tin foil and lay on a flat surfaceStep 2: Pour about...

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Beauty Brunch

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By Veronica Saroli (ArtSci ’14) Staff Writer It’s February, it’s cold, and you’re stuck in a beauty routine rut. Why not look to your kitchen for a cost-effective solution that packs a punch when it comes to nutrients, versatility and rejuvenation? Chances are that you’ve got a beauty gold mine (otherwise...

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DIY: Zipper Detailing

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By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor With more than enough time on my hands over the holidays, I decided to take a trip to my local craft store and do a DIY day with a girlfriend. There’s something very satisfying about taking a plain sweater or t-shirt that you don’t give much attention and instantly updating...

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