trying my hand at diy..

let me warn you first by saying that i am probably one of the least creative person in the planet. but before all the career updates that happened last week, i decided to try my hand at diy-ing my old things just to keep me busy.

i have acquired so many shirts from the past, that shredding them was my best option. the shredding technique/style must have been so last season already, but what the heck, right?

get some scissors and a tee

cut the ends

start picking out the threads

continue shredding until desired shape, length, size

the less perfect it is, the more raw it looks

also, remember the package i got here? well it turns out that it's from new york design shop. they sent me a canvas tote and some ribbon pins/appliques to play with. i would have to say that they have amazing materials for your diy pleasure. plus, they have tutorials on how to use their stuff.

this ribbon that i got had pins at the back so i can easily attach them to anything. it totally ups the cute factor of any piece! hahaha! a pair of flats + ribbons = cute cute cute!

joe fresh flats, nyds ribbons

i tried to incorporate my diy stuff into one outfit today so i wore the shredded tee with a plain black skirt and pinned the ribbon and another brooch in front.

outfit: diy shredded tee and skirt from divi

forever 21 brooch, nyds ribbon & tote bag

and this is what happens because i use my self timer to take photos! major bloopers with some hair flipping, what?! hahaha!

Comment of the Day: The Petite Blogger

cute outfit! love the skirt!!! and loving ur diy shredded tee... ive tried this before and i gave up! :(

oh no! why did you give up?! im positive that anyone can do it. i don't have any sewing/artistic skills but i managed to do something out of my old tee.
oh and btw, thanks to all those who commented on my post regarding the job opportunities i've been handed. i really hope for the best this coming week! :D wish me luck!

i am officially overwhelmed!!

ok.. so where do i even begin with this post?! there have been things going around me that i have to fix or else the opportunity might cease to take effect. i won't go into details but im quite ecstatic to share them with all of you.

1. i got a job offer yesterday, but it encountered some complications due to some ineligibility factors. i will know the final word on it on monday.

outfit: joe fresh top & belt, kismet skirt, shoebox flats

2. i went to a preliminary test today for this job i applied for 3 weeks ago. they called back right away and they wanted me to come in for an interview next friday.

going for the blue-gray-green theme

3. i received 2 packages in the mail today. one was an urban outfitters tee. and the other, i clearly have no idea yet since i've been running around the city this afternoon. i haven't had the time to open the box. hahaha!

4. im trying my hand out with diy-ing stuff. i started shredding one of my old tees. it's still in the works but this is what i have so far..

5. im cooking up a giveaway soon!!! watch out for it! and yes, i picked a random 143 number, hahaha! i know, call me weird but i think it's time i give my followers some love!

i promise you, i will have separate posts to update you with these things. i never thought i would be presented with these opportunities and projects all at the same time. i'm really not complaining. besides, this is the good kind of stress. for now, amidst the horrible rain outside, i wish good weekend weather for both you and i...

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Comment of the Day: Jasmine

omg the pink popcorn looks so freaking good! like animal crackers...! eek! no worries i'm sending some blue over soon dear..

aaahhh thanks so much dear, can't wait!!! yay for awaiting package in my mail! you, guys, have to admit. getting something from the mail is quite addicting, yes? hahaha!