:: a feather in my cap ::
Er… I mean hair! Succumbing to all the images I’ve been seeing lately of feather clips, feather-encrusted headbands, and generally the most charming and delightful feather head wear, I made myself a little clip the other evening.
The piece was super-easy to make (sorry, no step-by-step… I was on the phone with L. while I put this together, and juggling a cell phone, glue, feathers and a camera would have ended in disaster! lol.). The basics: I cut a wedge shape from felt, and used craft glue (Aileen’s Tacky glue is my favorite) to attach all the individual feathers to the felt starting at the top edge and working down. (Yes, I’m aware that you can buy pieces very similar to this already put together, but I didn’t want to spend the extra $4!) After that dried, I trimmed the ends of the feathers to be even with the felt edge. Then I glued the vintage button to cover the very point of the feathers and also glued a clip-barrette to the back (using a hot glue gun for both). Easy!
Today was more wedding related shopping; this time to Ikea. (Also known as The Store That Casey Gets Lost In…) I picked up a few items for the reception decorations and “tablecloths” (really sheets in disguise!). Now I just need to firm up the table centerpiece design. Although we’re not doing a sit down meal, I do want tables available for our guests who prefer to sit rather than stand around and talk. Hopefully it won’t backfire and the guests break up into little groups! Eeeep!
Posted on October 21st, 2008 to fashion, tutorial.
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:: drool-worthy :: »20 lovely thoughts to “:: a feather in my cap ::”
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whimsykid says:
Wow, that’s so elegant, those are really nice feathers! I too have been very inspired by the onslaught of amazing feather accessories so many blogs have been sharing. I think I may have to succumb to a crafty session soon.
And IKEA sheets are amazing– they can be such good deals, and they’re pretty good quality. I’m currently making a blouse out of a turquoise one!
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Chelsea says:
love this!
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ana b says:
Oh my goodness I just love your look, your designs and your blog! Just love all around. I’ve linked to you on my blog at http://www.ondressingup.blogspot.com/. I hope you don’t mind. If you do please shout out.
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Amanda Bel says:
You look darling, as usual! I will have to try my hand at one of those feather-clips sometime. Oh, and I’m glad I’m not the only one who gets hoplessly lost in Ikea!
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Christina says:
Wow! I love that!
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Caf says:
October 21st, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Clever! Love the feathers you chose
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Sarah says:
October 21st, 2008 at 10:10 pm
Oh thank God I’m not the only one that gets lost in that store! The last time, a friend and I got so amused at the rat in a maze feeling we had, we started giggling… and couldn’t stop. Lovely, lovely pin! I need to hunt around and look for a local sustainable source for feathers here, I really do.
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Katelyn says:
October 21st, 2008 at 10:54 pm
I saw this on Creature Comforts (http://creaturecomforts.typepad.com) today and thought of you
http://creaturecomforts.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/10/printable-seati.html
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bunny says:
October 22nd, 2008 at 12:00 am
Lovely clip! You’re so crafty and talented! I honestly wouldn’t have thought of this!
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Andrea says:
Gorgeous!
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jen says:
You know, I was just thinking about how I needed a feather fascinator. Sort of modeled after Kenley from project runway, they are so cute and add elegance to any outfit. Well done and I am going to set out and make my own!!
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Miss Boule says:
Hello, wandering around I end up in your blog… Lovely atmosphere, I love your style and particularly your collars! Good luck for the future
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Parapluie says:
Wow! Such a great idea and it truely looks lovely! The feathers are especially pretty
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Sarah says:
I have done almost the same thing. I used the already made though. I would love to see a photo of the back of yours.
P.S. you are adorable. I just stumbled across this blog.
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elizabeth of course says:
Wonderful! Handmade is always so much better than pre-made. You can make exactly what you like, not settle for close enough.
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Jennifer says:
i love it! i love how the feathers kinda match your hair, makes it more subtle.
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sarahblank says:
I love the feather! And you are all dressed up too, so pretty!
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Sal says:
Oh, Casey, it’s perfect! And looks fantastic with your ponytail …
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Brook says:
October 23rd, 2008 at 12:13 am
I’ve been dying to make these but I can’t find good feathers anywhere!
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Miss Urbanita says:
I really love feathers. I have just bought an asos feather clutch. Beauty head clip!
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