How many times do you see something in a store, catalog or online and think “I can make that”? I do it all the time. Not very often do I actually get around to making the thing, but this week I hope we can all get motivated.
We’ll be featuring projects inspired by items from stores, but done DIY. Whether you make things for thrift, for fun, or both, this week will be good! These clothing projects make me wish I had a sewing machine when I was younger and might have actually worn interesting clothes. It’s too late for me now.
Here’s a quick round-up of DIY knock-offs from around the web. Thanks to Gigi for compiling this list!
Knotted Bedding from Kojo Designs.
Upholstered Headboard from Design Sponge.*
Britt’s Anthropologie-Inspired Tables from Design Sponge.
Chevron Rug Tutorial from Adventures in Dressmaking.
Gradient Shower Curtain from A Little Lovely.
Golden Raindrop Dress from Tea Rose Home.
Layered Jersey Skirt from Sewing for Scarlett.
Flower Sash from Ruby Mines.
Ruffled Tee from Adventures in Dressmaking.*
Ruffled Tank from Ruffles and Stuff.
Tiered Cardigan from Welcome to the Good Life.
String Pendant Light from Made by Girl.
Teapot Lamp from Retropolitan.*
Wallpaper Mirror from Mitzi’s Collectibles.
Seashell Mirror from Lee La La.
Colorpath Pillow from Make it Lovely.*
Window Headboard from Remodelaholic.
Ribbon and Bird Chandelier from Living with Lindsay.
Bouquet Handbag from Make it Lovely.*
iPad Clutch from P.S. I Made This.*
Ruffled Duvet Cover from Kiki Creates.
*Pictured above.
Update: While I encourage you to find inspiration from things you see here, you will of course want to add your own creativity to projects to make them your own.
oooh, glad i stumbled upon your blog- i love it and i’m following now 🙂
Oh! I always think “I can make that!”
I can’t wait until my holidays so I can make some of these great things!
Thanks so much for including me in this great roundup! Lots of lovely projects!
I’m always thinking/saying that. This week I am tackling tiny pouches with zippers (one of the million things I have on my list. ;))
Wow! Thank you so much for sharing my Anthro teacup lamp knock-off. I hope you don’t mind me sticking around browsing for awhile.
I have to say, purposefully knocking off a person’s designs is a hurtful behavior, regardless of whether it’s for profit. It ultimately undermines the artist’s income.