Simple DIY Travel Tip: Jewelry Container

Finding a secure container for jewelry when you're packing to travel can be a bit of a pain. I usually use the old little boxes that my Guess watches come in, but after a while they don't shut as tightly. So, when I realized my body butter was running out, I decided that the jar would be perfect for my jewelry! These are the simple steps to create a new travel companion:

Step 1: Don't toss out your body butter jar when it's nearing the end!

Step 2: Wash it out with liquid soap. It's best to let it soak overnight to get the scent out, but if you don't have time, a few hours should be okay.

Step 3: Dry it out. There could be some body butter build up where the top screws on, so be sure to dig that out with a cotton swab.

Step 4: Put your lovely jewelry or hair clips in.

Step 5: Seal, and you're ready to go!

DIY Couture: Skater Skirt

Over the weekend, I went to Rosie Martin's DIY Couture class at Fabrications in Broadway Market. It was just my second time using a sewing machine (the first time was a couple of weeks ago), and I was able to create this beautiful skater skirt! It took me a little longer than the more experienced girls in the class, but I'm so excited I was able to make this. Barley, who owns the fabric shop, and Rosie were incredibly helpful, and especially patient with beginners. The next DIY class is 'how to make a pleated skirt' in July. You can see more upcoming workshops here: http://www.diy-couture.co.uk/events.html