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Cute Handbags for School
Now if you happen to be a school going kid then, whether a boy or a gal, handbags are surely going to look cute on you! Honestly, while buying stuff for kids, the most important thing to keep in mind is color. Kids love colorful stuff so it's better if you buy bags which are bright in color like the reds, greens, blues or purple shades. Also, as they say, pink for girls and blues for boys, pink bags have always been associated with cuteness so a pink bag is just perfect for a school going girl! Also, what really excites them are the cartoons or pictures of their favorite superheros or cars or animals on the bags. However, the cross bags or hobos would be the best cute handbags for juniors in schools. So, if you happen to grab such a cute bag, you can surely make their day!

Cute Handbags for Teenagers
Believe it or not, but round shaped bags look more cuter than the other shapes, that's what I think and have observed. Mostly all teen gals love to carry or flaunt a cute handbag wherein she can stuff all her girly junk as well as carry money, credit cards, keys and lip gloss! Talking about cute handbags for teen gals, I guess there's a wide variety to choose from. Honestly, the fad of larger and precisely huger sized bags has been like the "in" thing with all. Mainly, the most popular ones are the denim handbags which look smart as well as trendy along with the Italian leather handbags which are more of elegant. Also, designer hand bags for less are a big craze these days. However, instead of opting for such expensive stuff, a simpler cotton or jute fabric handbag looks better and cuter and suits every personality. Some other cute homemade handbags ideas would be the ones with embroidery since it looks impressively cute and to describe in one word, awesome! Floral design cute handbags are immensely popular and attractive options as well. You can see some homemade fabric handbags as well.

Well, for guys, cute handbags seem to be a big turn off though cross shoulder bags are best for them; smart! Also, if you happen to check, cross bags are equally popular among both the sexes and have been there for a long time now.

Now when you go shopping, it's better to buy branded stuff cause it is trustworthy and reliable always. However, if you want some cheap cute handbags, then online shopping is the best bet since they offer great discounts and other facilities that you are sure to grab some good stuff here! Some really popular online stores are Zappos, Jcpenny, Overstock, Old Navy, Baghaus, and Handbagheaven.

All you need is a bit of creativity, attention to details and the right materials and supplies. You can even use simple household materials to make a purse or handmade handbags for yourself. Here we are going to discuss how to make a purse.

How to Make a Purse Out of Jeans

Things Required

• Old jeans
• Beaded fringe
• Lace trimmings
• Fabric glue
• Buttons
• Colorful sequins
• A pair of scissors
• Needle
• Black thread

Procedure

With the help of a pair of sharp scissors, cut around the back pocket, keeping the seams intact. Cut another square inch of fabric from the thigh area of the jeans. Also cut the side seams around the leg, to make the strap of the jeans purse. With the square piece of fabric that you had cut from the thigh area, fashion a flap for your purse and sew it to the top edge of the pocket.

Next attach the bead trimming to the bottom edge of the pocket/purse to make it look more attractive. You can glue this to the purse with a bit of fabric glue. Now sew the strap for the purse and attach individual sequins on one side of the purse. Stitch the button on the top edge of the purse and make a buttonhole on the flap of the purse. Your jeans purse is ready for use and it looks like a cute messenger bag.

How to Make a Purse Out of a Shirt

Things Required

• 1 patterned or plain shirt
• A pair of scissors
• 1 meter fancy cord (like those used for tying curtains)
• 1 meter satin ribbon
• lace trimmings
• Needle
• Matching thread

Procedure

To make this tote bag, place the shirt inside out on your work table and gently open up the seams of the sleeves. Remove the sleeves and sew it up so that the shirt looks like a square. Cut the shirt along the collar, so that the top portion is in one straight line. Next remove all the buttons of the shirt and sew it up with the needle and thread. Sew the bottom edge of the shirt in a similar way. Now add the trimmings to the bottom of the shirt with the help of fabric glue. Also attach ribbons and lace in a crisscross fashion. With the scissors, make ½ inch round holes on the top portion of the shirt at 2 inch intervals. Next take the chord and push it inside the round openings that you have just made. Pull the chord around the adjacent opening and thread the chord slowly until you come to the last opening. Pull the chords from both sides to close the purse. Your drawstring shirt purse is ready to be used. This is one of the easiest and simplest drawstring bag patterns.

How to Make an Envelope Purse

Things Required

• 18 x 6 inch plain fabric
• 18 X6 inch patterned fabric
• 1 large button
• Needle
• Black thread
• Fabric glue

Procedure

Sew the patterned fabric over the plain fabric neatly. Now place the rectangular piece of fabric in front of you with the patterned piece facing towards you. Next fold the fabric, leaving at least 4 inches at the top. This 4 inch fabric will act as the flap for the purse. Attach the edges of the folded fabric with fabric glue neatly and remove excess glue with a wet sponge. Make a buttonhole on the flap of the envelope purse to fasten the purse. You can use this pretty envelope purse to hold coins and small change. By varying the measurement of this purse, you can make it into a handmade fabric handbag.

You can also design flip flops which will match your style. If you are looking for craft ideas for kids, then the following are some flip flop crafts for kids.

Flip Flop Crafts # 1
The materials needed for making this design are: flip flops with canvas strap, acrylic jewels, flowers, glitter, tacky glue, flat sticks and a small paint brush. With the help of flat sticks, put the glue on the jewels and attach them to the flip flops. Paint the strap of the canvas and sprinkle some glitter on only one side. The excess glitter should be cleaned and wiped with a cloth. Now, you can sprinkle glitter of another color on the remaining part of the strap. Let the flip flops dry completely. After they have dried, shake off the excess glitter present on the flip flop.

Flip Flop Crafts # 2
The materials required for making this attractive flip flop are: an assortment card, paper, gift wrapping paper, craft foam, scissors, glue, beads, silk flowers and stickers. Prepare a template of the flip flop and accordingly cut individual pieces for the flip flop. With the help of the templates, carefully cut out the craft foam. With the help of a pencil and nail scissors or metal screwer, pierce three holes in the flip flop. The next step requires two pipe cleaners for each flip flop. Bend the pipe cleaners backwards, underneath the flip flop, so that it is fixed well. For the purpose of decoration, you can use cuttings of craft foam and thread the pipe cleaners through that. You can also thread beads on the pipe cleaner. This is an easy-to-learn flip flop craft for kids and the design looks attractive too.

Flip Flop Crafts # 3
The materials you will require are ribbon, adhesive tape and pencil. For this craft, use two different flip flop materials are required. Cut a large piece from one material and a small one from the other material. On the smaller piece, cut three holes and then with a pointed pencil, insert the ribbon in through these holes. With an adhesive tape, secure the ribbon underneath the flip flop. Glue the top of the flip flop, i.e. the smaller piece to the larger piece. While doing this, take care that the ribbon is between these two pieces. You can add some beads and flowers to it for the purpose of decoration. It is easy to learn this method of how to make ribbon flip flops.

Flip Flop Crafts # 4
The materials you will require for this flip flop craft are: white foam flip flops, ribbons (preferably narrow) in assorted style and color, scissors and rulers. The first step is to cut all the ribbons in 2 equal pieces. Start from the center and glue these ribbons with an adhesive to the straps of the flip flop, till you reach the end. This will make a colorful, unique and attractive flip flop.

Flip Flop Crafts # 5
Along with flip flops, you will also require white craft glue, colorful feathers and different colored buttons. The procedure for this flip flop craft is similar to the one above. Start sticking a button and a feather alternatively from the center of the flip flop strap till you reach the end of the strap. Allow this to dry completely so that the buttons and feathers will be stuck in a secure manner to the strap.

The ego boost often achieved with a hot pair of heels can cause many women to go into debt because of their constant spending on these shoes. The styles, heights, widths, colors, straps, buckles, pumps, etc. is continously added to and revamped by shoe designers. Most modern fashion magazines not only contain numerous ads for these shoes, they also produce whole fashion spreads based on high heels and their accompanying looks.

High heel shoes were invented in the 17th century by Egyptian butchers. This historical note is rather gory and would make most women that wear them cringe: the butchers wore these so that they could walk over the blood of the animals they slaughtered without getting it on their bare feet. Heels also assisted horse riders from slipping. Catherine de Medici was the wife of the Duke of New Orleans, and she may be credited with the modern popularity of the high heeled shoe. She was very short, thus she wore high heels to appear taller. Other women began to desire this as well; hence the beginning of the craze for these shoes.

During the French revolution, the heel waned in popularity until the twentieth century. Flat soled styles then took over, only to be replaced once again by high heels. The Louis heel introduced this rise. Modern day pants and jeans are even cut with the intention of accentuating the wearing of high heel shoes.

Stilettos became the rage in the 1900’s. These continue to be a favorite of some women, and most men. This heel looks like a dagger, and it usually lends itself to a rather sexual look. Many women wear them to parties or even some to the office. Heels now range from 2 inches to 8 inches high. There are platforms, stacks, wedges, and spool heels. It is accepted if a woman wears funky, fashionable, and crazy high heels even to the grocery store.

Many women like to look seductive, and most place much importance on being in style. They enjoy turning the heads of men (within reason), and they love to have an enhanced, swinging type strut. The butt is lifted, and the legs are made to look much longer. A sexy high heel shoe can make a woman feel fantastic. These shoes can be bought in multiple styles and colors to match multiple outfits and dresses. Many pairs these days are ornate enough to look like museum pieces. Their price tags can give this idea as well!

A modern twist on the high heel shoe is that many of them (even the highest) can be quite comfortable as opposed to former designs. There are even athletic models. Lots of shoe styles in heels resemble clothing items; there are lace ups which take after the corset, acrylic models that look futuristic, and jewel encrusted styles that look a lot like decadent art pieces.

The shoes should be such that they enhance the beauty of her dress and at the same time, make her so comfortable that she can truly enjoy your special day!

Tips on How to Choose Wedding Shoes

Fashion and style, if you thought that these are the only two criteria for choosing wedding shoes, think again! You would need a whole lot of common sense to go with it, when selecting your wedding shoes. So, here is tip number one on how to choose the perfect bridal shoes, look at the wedding venue and the weather in which the wedding is taking place. For instance, if it's an outdoor wedding in the summers, strappy sandals would be a good choice and that too minus the pencil heels, as they might dig into the ground, making you uncomfortable while walking! On the other hand, if the wedding is in winters, closed shoes, which protect your feet from the cold, will be the ideal choice. Peep toes are one option that can go in any weather.

The kind of wedding that you have planned is an important criteria in determining your wedding shoes too. For instance, if you have planned a beach wedding or are having a casual affair, flip flops, which today are available in plethora of designs and colors, will suit your wedding dress. On the other hand, if you are having a formal wedding, at the church or at a banquet, go in for classy, elegant, high-heeled shoes or sandals.

Next, consider your wedding gown. Here, one very important tip on how to choose wedding shoes is that when you are deciding on your wedding gown, take a pair of shoes which have the same heel lengths as the shoes that you plan to wear at the wedding. This will unsure that the shoes fit in nicely with the wedding dress. Secondly, when you set out for shoe shopping, carry a sample of your wedding gown fabric with you, so that the shoe color matches exactly with your wedding dress color. Remember, all white shades are not the same! Another thing to look for is the kind of embellishments that are there on the gown. If the gown is too lacy or has a lot of embroidery, crystals, etc. on it, go in for plain looking (yet smart) shoes, to even out the effect. However, if the wedding gown is slightly simple, go for fancy shoes with embellishments, to spice up the overall look!

Last, but not the least, choose the material of the shoes carefully. If you want a different kind of look, go in for leather shoes. If you want to look all feminine, get shoes made in fabrics such as silk, velvet, satin and lace. When choosing the fabric, see to it that it complements your wedding gown. The material of the hemlines will help you decide the fabric of your shoes. For instance, if the hemlines have lace on them, shoes made from the same would gel with it. On the other hand, if the wedding dress is made from a soft, shiny material, satin shoes would look more appealing.

Since there is such crowd of blood vessels and nerves inside feet, you can imagine how your feet must sweat. And when your wear shoes, the sweat and the dust can make it quite miserable for you, this is the most likely period when you can contact several skin ailments. Therefore, it is most advisable to leave your feet open and let them feel the air.

Wear open footwear like the slip on, leather sandals, flip flops, etc. each time you can. When your feet are not heavily clothed you will feel less warm and your feet will feel the comfort. However, since you are not wearing shoes, it is most likely that the dust will get on your feet from time to time. It is therefore necessary, that you give your feet a good wash from time to time during the day.

Footwear can be the one giving a little acupressure. This will help you in remaining energetic. When it comes to foot care, do not forget to wash your feet before you go to bed at night, apply slight soap, and use a puma stone to remove all dead skin cells. This will remove any smell from your feet. Also dry your feet thoroughly and apply hydrating cream or lotion. If you want to keep your legs in shape try and take pillow under your feet. It will avoid swellings due to excessive usage.

Your feet could be better if you apply creams and lotions and leave them untouched after a gentle massage. This could be done by placing a pillow just above your feet and not allow them to touch the bed.

Unless it gets cold at night, you should try and leave feet open. Skin rejuvenates best at night and your feet may just need that. Allowing feet skin to breathe can avoid many infections. If you want to further treat your feet and body, try slight massage by running thumbs over the feet. You will feel relaxed instantly and will be able to fall asleep instantly. This massage need not be scientific, simple rubbing would do the trick. This massage should be at least 5 minutes.

If you want to relax your feet totally, submerge your feet in warm water for 10 minutes with little salt. Water should not be hot neither should it be lukewarm. The temperature should be comfortable hot. You will feel instantly relaxed and your feet will feel very clean and soft. Moisturizing needs to after every cleansing. If you want to relax your feet, use aromatherapy oil, which is best suited for the needs and lightly massage your feet.

An Abaya dress can be open from the front having rows of buttons all the way from head to toe or it can be closed in the front with just one or two buttons close to the neck. The whole purpose of wearing the Abaya dresses is to cover the entire body expect for face, feet and hands. Abaya dresses can be worn with the naqab; it’s a face veil covering the entire face except for the eyes. Many women often choose to wear long black gloves to cover their hands as well. They are designed in simple ways with some kind of embroidery in it; however they can be designed in many different ways with many different designs as per the geographic location.

Geographic location plays a very important role in the kind of the Abaya worn by women in that particular location. Abaya dresses made in turkey for the local women will be of shiny material and very smooth. They mostly use fabrics like satin for the same which will be very thick and of high quality. Abaya in the Turkey are mostly designed in the shape of coats.

In the United Arab Emirates; the abaya made for the local women will be of a very light material and have a light and bright color. The abayas will be of shiny material with beaded or stone work done in the abaya. Tassels are also used along the joints or edges of the abaya. In India or Pakistan; the abaya for the local women will be black in color and of cotton material normally. The embroidery in the abaya would be in dark colors such as maroon and navy blue. Now contemporary models of the abaya dresses are usually caftans, cut from light, flowing fabrics like crape, Georgette, and chiffon. The abaya are now made in colors other than black. Now women can easily find the abaya dresses which flatter their body shape and suit their needs.

Look at the following 7 impressive fashion trends in 2011:

1. 2011 spring and summer indicate freedom of expression, sanguinity and romanticism. The 1970s Bohemian-influenced fashion, with bright colors set the season’s mood. You can choose from minimal dressing in white, long-flowing shimmery apparels, below-the-knee midi skirts with platform wedges, high-waist pants and shorts, all-in-one jump suits and a classy blouse.

2. Knee-high boots are also in vogue this year. Women are searching for latest styles in boots. They appear confident and sexy in these boots. The boots can be worn every place, even to the grocery store!

3. New outfits include studs with shorts, jackets and shirts. Then there is punk fashion, similar to biker styles, carrying a grunge-like and gothic appearance.

4. Fashion hairstyle includes shoulder-length hair. It looks effective and stylish. Medium-length hair has never gone out of fashion. Narrow shaped face looks good in long curls. A person having a heart or oval shaped face appears chic in long, dark hair with red strands. Layered, flips, medium bobs and fathered looks are also fashionable.

5. For the men, a leather jacket with a conservative rugged and masculine style is back in 2011. Vibrant colors in staple fabrics automatically attract female gazes. Besides jackets, this is true for men’s attire as well.

6. High-end boots with powerful masculine edges are doing well. Shoes can be designer ones and fulfill business purposes. Beautifully embroidered leather shoes in retro style are also back in vogue.

7. E-fashion connects people through various social networking sites, online shopping and live-streaming fashion videos. Along with universally acknowledged branded labels for sale, there are free fashion facts, tips and suggestions available for the browsers.

Whatever trend you choose for yourself, ensure that you look fabulous. Coordinate your outfit, accessories and hair so that you look your best every time you step out of your house.

Single Strand Garnet Beads and Pearl Bracelet

Things required

• A string of oval pearls
• 1 strand oval garnet beads
• Flexible beading wire
• Silver heart shaped clasp
• 2 silver bead caps
• 2 crimp beads
• 1 round white pearl

Procedure

To make this bead bracelet pattern, first slide the silver heart shaped clasp on one end of the flexible wire. When the clasp is in place, slide one of the bead caps into the wire. Next slide the crimp bead and follow it with one garnet bead. Next string 2 white pearls followed by one garnet bead. Continue stringing beads in this way until you have your desired length. Now string the bead cap followed by the big round pearl and the crimp bead. Your single strand garnet and pearl bracelet is ready.

Multistrand Rose Quartz Beads Bracelet

Things required

• 27 small round rose quartz beads
• 16 round white pearls
• 15 inches of chain
• 1 lobster claw clasp with tab
• Flexible beading wire
• 2 jumprings
• 2 crimp beads
• 22 gage wire
• Wire cutters
• Round nose pliers

Procedure

First slide a jumpring on the flexible beading wire and crimp it with the round nose pliers. Next string three rose quartz beads followed by one round pearl. Repeat this beading pattern 6 times and crimp the end of the beading wire to another jumpring. This is the middle strand of your beaded bracelet.

Next with the wire cutters, cut two 3.5 inch length of chain and attach one 3.5 inch chain to a flexible wire with a wrap loop. Bead one round pearl followed by one rose quartz and one pearl. Cut a one inch length of chain and attach it to the flexible wire. Continue beading one pearl, one rose quartz and one more pearl followed with a 3.5 inch chain. Repeat the same sequence with another piece of flexible wire beading.

Once you have the three beaded strands with you, lay the strands out in front of you in your work table. Attach the chain to the jumprings, on the middle bead strand. Next attach the lobster claw clasp to one end of the jumpring and tab to the other end of the jumpring. This is one of the best multi strand beaded bracelet ideas.

Statement Necklace
Statement jewelry is very trendy this year and the best way to wear this is to pair it with neutral and solid colored clothing. Statement necklaces just got bigger and bolder this season with huge stones and funky designs. A mix of metals like bronze, silver and gold will be the highlight this season. Choose a statement necklace or bib necklace whose design is inspired by African tribes to make the maximum impact. Unlike last season which saw only precious stones like rubies and emeralds in statement necklaces, this time fashion jewelry trends 2011 focuses on more colored and semi precious stones ranging from amethyst, coral, garnet and tourmaline. Wear a statement necklace that just sits on your collar bone as anything longer than that is so last season. A bib necklace with a mix of stones is just right for this season and many design houses like TopShop and Max and Chloe have a very good collection.

Stacked Bangles and Cuffs
Spring jewelry trends 2011 predicts that bangles and cuffs will be very popular. But just don't wear a single bangle or cuff. You need to stack them up for a chic and casual look. The best thing about wearing stacked bangles is that you can pair them with anything from sundresses to skinny jeans. This look was seen on many celebrities from Drew Barrymore to Sarah Jessica Parker. Create your own unique look by stacking different colored bangles in a mix of metals. Chunkier cuffs are also very popular this season and you can choose cuffs that comes in semi precious stones, leather and even plastic. Handcrafted cuffs with unusual texture in dull gold and rose finish can instantly make you look sophisticated and chic. The thing to remember while trying out this trend is to wear at least 12-15 bangles. They should also be of different colors and designs to give it a more eclectic look.

Layered Chains
The best way to jazz up a simple outfit is to wear layered chains. It is one of the biggest jewelry trends this season which is quite hard to miss. Individual chains can also be piled on to create the look of layered chains. This will give you more flexibility in terms of the look you want to create. When you choose a layered chain, try to find a piece that has a variety of design elements and textures. Silver chains with pearls and crystal beads are great buys for this season. Layered chains with feathers, ribbons, tassels and pearls are also popular this season. For a casual lunch with friends, you can jazz up your simple white T-shirt by wearing a unique mixed media multi layered chain necklace. If you find a piece that has glass, Swarovski crystals, feathers and lace, then you should definitely grab it.

Chandelier Earrings
Women who like dangly earrings should rejoice as jewelry trends 2011 forecasts the return of chandelier earrings. After being banished from the fashion scene last year, chandelier earrings have made a comeback this year. Earrings this season are long, almost shoulder grazers. They are more streamlined and the use of semi precious stones, glass beads and uncut diamonds will be popular. Look out for pieces that comes in deep hues and bright colors like plum, orange, aubergine, cobalt blue and green. These spring colors work well for the evening and you can pair chandelier earrings with floor sweeping gowns as well as a cocktail dress. Large hoop earrings with pave diamonds, metal carvings and feathers will also be popular jewelry trends spring summer 2011.

Cocktail Rings
One jewelry trend that has lasted through many seasons is the cocktail ring. A cocktail ring is a must have in any fashionistas wardrobe and this year the focus is on animal and flower motifs. Cocktail rings that comes with multi colored stones and funky and unique designs are the new rage. Butterfly motifs and clover motifs are very popular styles. You can also experiment with different colored stones like peridot, coral and aquamarine instead of sticking to sapphires and emeralds. Chunky cocktail rings that are big enough to graze your knuckles are what we are talking about. Metals like gold and silver are popular, but you can also try bronze and copper as a cheaper option.

The term Victorian fashion is generally used only with regard to the United Kingdom. There were certain clothing styles and mannerisms that were observed during this period. In the early period of the Victorian Era, the silhouette for the woman was more of the demure kind. Women wore pointed bodice, which were long and had fitting waists. The bodice was designed to enhance the waist. In the early period, Victorian clothing for women was about restriction of arm movements. Another interesting feature were the detachable collars! The colors used in the early period of the Victorian fashion were soft, pastel shades. Patterns were delicate and fashionable, all designed to maintain the femininity of the woman.

Beehive shaped skirts was another characteristic feature of Victorian fashion. Here, garments were stiffened to give a particular appearance. Crin also known as horsehair, was used for a particular portion of a garment so that it stiffens in that particular area. Crin was used for hem linings and sleeve heads of the dresses.

Although cloth was manufactured in the mills, Victorian clothing in 1837 was generally designed and assembled by tailors and other such specialized people who were into designing clothes and hats. These people catered to only a specific few of the society who could afford this service; others stitched their clothes at home.

Bell shaped skirts also became a rage and these became wider in the 1830s. The bell shape soon became dome shaped. As these skirts became bigger and flared out, they also needed support from the inside. Victorian dresses therefore needed to be worn with a lot of petticoats. The lower portion was also supported by horsehair, which were woven into the pattern for the stiffened look.

The cashmere shawl was also a prominent feature of Victorian fashion. It was particularly noticed in 1840. By then, the shawl was used as wrap over the dresses. Women also wore heavy fabrics such as satins and silks and there was also a time when fabric dictated the status of the person in the society as well.

Slowly these huge ballooned Victorian skirts gave way to the hobble skirts. Hobble skirts brought into fashion narrow skirts, where in knee length corsets were combined with the entire ensemble. Hobble skirts often restricted movement, which is probably why they have been given this name. These slim skirts created a problem for women in the comfort factor yet they gained popularity with time. Today, the slim pencil skirt can still be witnessed in the fashion scenario in many modified ways.

Apart from horsehair, bustles were also used to increase the fullness of the skirts. Bustles were used to make the waist look smaller. Many times, the fullness of the fashion was spread out towards the back and this often fanned out in the shape of a train. Bustles were also seen in different shapes. Sometimes, these also created a hump below the waist area on the backside, which was considered to be a fashion statement in the Victorian era. The bustle therefore, can be considered to be yet another typical feature of Victorian fashion.