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DIY: Boot Organization

We love boots…tall ones, short ones, heeled, flat, ankle booties…all of them. But when it comes to closet space, that feeling is not mutual. Especially when it comes to tall boots. Here’s one idea on...

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DIY: Bike Wheel Shade Display

…it’s what your shades should be doing on the off season. Instead of banishing them to the bench – hiding them in a heap in your closet, or stashing them in the junk drawer, show those shades off. The...

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DIY: Driftwood Hangers

We know – hangers – not that exciting. But add some flair, and we’re all on board…if you get the drift. A slightly elevated hanger lets you display pieces outside of the closet (think vintage...

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DIY: Chain Bag Camera Strap

Any photographer would agree, the first step to taking great photos is to have your camera. No doy, right? But that’s often the step we miss out on most – often because we don’t want to carry the...

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DIY: Gift Card Snow Globe

There really is no better gift than the gift to choose your own gift. The downside? A gift card doesn’t require a whole ton of thought or time. The fix: fancy-up your gift card with this very...

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DIY: Driftwood Chandelier

When the weather in Southern California drops below 50, it’s officially time to break out the Christmas decor and dish out some ‘nog. All fun and games…until New Years rolls around and you’re in for...

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DIY: Living Mug

Forgot to pick up a gift for a boss/friend/hostess/etc? Grab a mug you don’t mind parting with and get to DIYing. The lucky recipient will likely be relieved to not to have another bowl of sugary...

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DIY: Braid Crown

Love this look from the SWELL Holiday ’13 photoshoot? You’re not alone there. This secured up-do promises a upkeep-free New Year’s Eve look. So, photo in-hand, we skipped down to our favorite styling...

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DIY: How To Grow Wheatgrass. Shots, Shots, Shots…of Wheatgrass.

Myth: you must have an affinity towards yurt-living to benefit from the occasional shot ‘o grass. Reality: Yes, we realize there is a loose correlation between barefooted-ness frequency and wheatgrass...

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DIY: Bleach Tie Dyeing

Wish your basics were a little less…basic? Create unique pieces out of your colored essentials with bleach! This idea is especially useful for saving items with accidental bleach spots from hitting...

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DIY: Pallet Organizer

Get a head start on Spring cleaning! Make room for sunny new additions to your closet by utilizing your wall space. Instead of drilling in hooks into the wall, give yourself a little freedom to swap...

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DIY: Graphic Tee Clutch

Life’s not fair. Which becomes quite evident when you see how many amazing graphics guys have access to in the form of tees. Enter creativity. This tee transformation takes the form of an oversized...

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DIY: Pom Pom Beach Shorts

Spring is in sight! Which usually means doing a little pruning work on pants that have shrunk and morphed into high waters, stretched out, or become tattered at the bottom. A simple cut-off (cuffed or...

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DIY: Scarf Beach Bag Learn How To Tie a Scarf into a Beach Bag

You’re packing for (insert your dream/actual Spring beach destination here). Maybe you’re like me, and just enjoy packing light, or maybe, between the bikinis, multiple footwear options, hats, more...

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DIY: Dreamcatcher Jewelry Holder

Sometimes you find a piece of statement jewelry (or in this case, three from Child of Wild), that is simply too amazing to put away. Rather than tossing it back into the jewelry box, incorporate your...

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DIY: No Sew Tank Pillow

Love your tank graphic? So much that you want to squeeze it, and sometimes take a nap on it? My thoughts exactly with the “Mermaid at Heart” tank from Billabong…which is now my favorite “Mermaid at...

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DIY: Ladder Shelf

Slide into the Bikini Truck Accessories Garden and you’ll find this unique shelf, showcasing a few of our favorite finds. Bikini Truck Designer, Paul Brewer (Brewer Design Agency) let us in on a...

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DIY: Driftwood Bracelet Stand

Stack ‘em high! If this is your bracelet motto, chances are you have stacks of cuffs that are looking for a good home. Keep the arms party raging with this simple bracelet holder we made to hold our...

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DIY: Industrial Clothing Rack

…because we could all use a little extra hanging space. Give your closet a little breathing room by adding an industrial rack that looks great both in and outside of the closet. The 20-minute DIY rack...

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DIY: Headband Updo

Soaked and salty summer hair usually calls for some sort of updo. Branch out from the topknot with this 30-second style, using a bright scarf-style headband from Maaji Swimwear. Read on for the...

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