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!

Typewriter Inspired Ring Dishes

I have a fascination with typewriters.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Raw Mineral Necklace (DIY)

This DIY necklace combines two very wonderful things: fashion and geology!  I found a gold mining kit while perusing the toy isle at Five Below, and only thing more satisfying than unearthing every last chunk of 'gold' was using it to create something beautiful and useful.  Raw mineral necklaces are gorgeous, edgy, and very interesting.  If digging for fake gold doesn't tickle your fancy, any small stone could easily become a pendant with this technique.

Tassel and Chain Necklace (DIY)

When I think of tassels, two very different - yet distinct - images come to mind.

Cat Lady Earrings (DIY)

This tutorial is for the ladies...the crazy cat ladies.

LEGO Coin Earrings (DIY)

This is the shortest tutorial I've ever written.

Safety Pin Tribal Necklace (DIY)

One of the most exhilarating journeys is the move away from our parent's home and into the world to spread our wings.  When I moved to college, I had all kinds of great experiences, such as paying my own bills, adjusting to the lack of rules, and meeting new people.  One of my fondest memories: shopping at stores that were not Target.  Growing up in a small town with hippie parents and no internet access does not offer the same retail opportunities as a large city.

Colored Pencil Ring (DIY)

This tutorial is the result of a project I participated in from ArtHouse Co-op called #RandomSpark.

Bullet Necklace (DIY)

Okay - let me preface this post with the fact that I know nothing about guns. So if you do, then you probably know all the official gun lingo, and you will probably notice that I used some creative (and made up) terminology.

Recycled Layering Necklace (DIY)

Sooooo.....if you've ever hung out in my studio, you may classify me as a pack rat (I prefer the term pack rat  over hoarder).  I come from a long line of pack rats that get too attached to their junk, and I can't escape my roots.  I'm very anal and organized with my junk, but I cannot deny that I inherited the but-what-if-I-need-it-someday gene.  So fellow pack rats - this tutorial is for you!  Lets unite and make a teeny little dent in our stashes of random junk.

Wooden Arrow Necklace (DIY)

I don't know if its the sunshine, or the fresh air or what, but I have been feeling super crafty this week.  The other day, I was absentmindedly staring at a container of bamboo forks and I thought to myself, "That would make a good arrow."  And so I made one into an arrow.  And then I made the arrow into a necklace.  And then I wore it.  And I love it.

Etsy Treasury ~ Up-cycled Jewelry