DIY: Destroyed Jean Edition

This past weekend I went thrifting and decided to do some DIY projects. I got an old jean jacket and some old mom jeans to make into shorts. Check out the steps I took for each!

DIY Destroyed Jean Jacket

These were my inspiration for the jean jacket. I wanted a slight oversized, grunge feel.

Step one: Find a slightly oversized jean jacket that’s dark enough to bleach

Step two: DESTROY. There’s really no rhyme or reason for where I chose to make rips and holes, I kind of tried to model them based on my “inspiration” pics above. But I would suggested to make more horizontal holes and rips if you want more of the white thread hanging look. You will also need tweezers to help you pick out the jean threads after your make your rips.

Step three: BLEACH. The most important thing about this step is that it should take place outside …and use gloves! Or else the fumes will consume you. I kinda winged it with the water to bleach ratio. Because I was doing two projects and I only bought one bottle of Clorox bleach I added water to the bleach each time to have more liquid to dip in. I submerged the entire jacket in the liquid solution and left it in for about 15-20 minutes. Going back every 5 or so minutes to check the color.

Step 4: RINSE. When it was as light as I wanted it I took the jacket and rinsed it with water to stop the bleaching process

Step 5: WASH & DRY Then, I threw the jacket in the washer, and then the dryer and …

Voila! The perfect destroyed jean jacket! I really love the way it came out and I can wait until it gets warm enough to wear it.

I did the exact same steps with this shorts except I attempted to do an ombré effect during the bleaching process but bleach crept up a little too much. Check out the pics to see the process. I really love the shorts too, they are super cute! I really can’t wait till it’s sunny and hot again!

DIY Destroyed Jean Shorts

XXXXXO Ofunne

NY, NY (Part Dos)

I just realized I never put up the rest of my pictures from New York. It seems like a lifetime ago even thought it was only a couple months ago. 
Prayers and Best Wishes to everyone affected by Hurricane Sandy!

My darling cousin and her cool roomie!

Beanie- Uniqlo, Shorts- DIY, Thrifted; Boots- Doc Martens; Gordon Gatrelle Sweatshirt- Online shop

i love New York!!
XXXXXO Ofunne

DIY: Ombre Hair

So, I finally decided to succumb to the ombre trend! Once I got my weave done, I decided to tackle this style myself instead of going to a hair shop or having someone do it for me.
Before:
I was debating on using a highlighting kit or bleach, but decided to go with the bleach. I used L’oreal Quick Blue with Volume 40 Developer. Both were purchased at Sally’s Beauty Supply.

I got a lil scared when I saw my hair lighten and initially washed it out too early. I had to apply the bleach twice! I would estimate the total application time to be about 20- 30 minutes. I was also scared to get color too close to my face, so I only did the tips..I may decide to get bolder later. ;]

The finished product (After):

I am pretty happy with the results!
Have you ever tried the ombre trend?
To learn how I styled my hair CLICK HERE!
XXXXXO Ofunne

The Easiest DIY Project : the Jean Vest

 Making your own jean vest is seriously the easiest DIY project ever! First go to your local thrift store and buy a jean jacket. I bought mine big because I wanted my jean vest to have an over-sized look.
Next, cut off the sleeves…and voila! There you have it!

Can’t wait to break this thang out this summer! =]

XXXXXO Ofunne
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