Airsoft Pellet Jewelry DIY

The park in my neighborhood is ground zero for a very serious airsoft war among the tween/teen boys.  The evidence is visible everywhere in the form of colorful plastic balls.

Watch Link Necklace DIY

Elegant, modern, and earth-conscious:

Win*win*win!

St. Patrick's Day Bobby Pin DIY

The day of luck! But, you know what doesn't feel so lucky? 

Getting pinched because you forgot to wear green. 

Faux Tooth Necklace DIY

Maybe this is a fang or a teeny tusk.  

Whatever exotic back story you have in your head, feel good knowing that no animals were harmed in the creation of this necklace because it was made from polymer clay.

How to Dress Warm AND Look Still look Decent in the Winter

Sunday night, I put together my outfits for the week and hang them on my bedroom door.

Geometric Hemisphere Earrings DIY

While wandering the craft store, these generic little upholstery nails caught my eye.  

Put a ring on it

If you liked it then you shoulda...

Raw Crystal Necklace DIY

My role model is my amazing Aunt Jennifer.
She is a talented designer and inventor, and I absolutely adore her.

41 Free People Inspired DIYs from Buzzfeed

This will seriously keep you busy all summer

Cutwork Tee Shirt (DIY)

Every Saturday, most of the merchandise at ARC Thrift Stores is half off -- HALF OFF!

Lace Curtain Skirt (DIY)

Transform a basic thrift store skirt and old lace curtains into this sweet lace skirt - absolutely perfect for summer!

Scrabble Tile Keychain (DIY)

These key chains are crazy simple to make.  

I handed these out as favors at a baby shower last spring.  This may be one of the simplest tutorials so far!

Earth Day Quote Tank (DIY)

"You must be the change you wish to see in the world..."   -Mahatma Gandhi

I have always loved this quote because its a call for action - and its very fitting for Earth Day.  

Don't you agree?  Be an inspiration to yourself and others with this DIY Quote tank.

3 Easy Ways to Update Old Jewelry

Earth Day is kind of a big deal for Shades of Tangerine because, as you probably know by now, earth-friendly projects are what its all about here.  Recycling can be more than just collecting cans and bottles: it presents an opportunity to think out of the box - especially when it comes to clothing and fashion.  Anyone can buy a brand new purse or necklace, but it takes a bit of extra effort and craftiness to recycle your style.

Paperclip Ice Skate Key chain (DIY)

Its Winter Olympics time!  Unfortunately, most of us can't just hop on a plane and head to Russia - and maybe that's for the best.

Arrow Wallet (DIY)

I absolutely love making these little felt wallets: they're cute, simple, and just big enough to hold a few vital cards (originally made for a post inspired by the book Phantom Tollbooth).  Maybe because of Valentines day, or because I just watched The Three Musketeers last night, I was really into embellishing them with arrows. The heads and tails of these arrows are actually little metallic iron-on heart shaped studs from My Next Style.

Monogram Keychain (DIY)

We all have that one special friend that loses everything - everything - from her purse to her keys to her phone.  She is loved, buuuuut......this gets old.  I present to you the ideal handmade gift for said friend: a neon monogram keychain that glows in the dark.  Not only is it cute, but this is about as practical as a DIY project can get.

Hash Tag Tee (DIY) ~ News Year's Resolution

Welcome to the new year!
Its a fresh start! If you happen to be the ambitious type (or, like me, you just want to be ambitious), this is your day to make resolutions and share them with your friends, family, and anyone in the world of social media that will listen.

Five Fun DIY Halloween Costumes

That is definitely me at parties.  If I could find/make an adult Sulley costume from Monsters Inc, I would absolutely wear it. I love dressing up in costumes.  Here are five DIY Halloween costumes from previous posts to inspire you.

Dyed Lace Earrings (DIY)

Its fall! Brrrrrrrrr!
Fall is all about warm food, brisk walks outside, and gorgeous, vibrant colors.  These Dyed lace earrings are not only colorful and bold, but also one last outdoor project to squeeze in before its too chilly.