DIY: Swarovski Encrusted Heels

I was first turned onto these Steve Madden heels when I saw them being worn by Emma Roberts on American Horror Story: Coven this season. They were sparkly (!!) and the perfect pair of glam kicks to add to the wardrobe!  (For those American Horror Story fans, you can head over HERE to HelloGiggles to read this post with the TV tie in!)

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

They were Steve Madden (Spycee) and when I saw them on her feet I wanted to craft my own pair...so I did!!

New Dress A Day - DIY - Steve Madden Sparkle Heels

Here's how you make them...

The key to these shoes are the straps and I found a pair of heels that were virtually identical (GoJane Ladder Up Heels for $19!) in style to the pair that Emma wore.

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

On top of the shoes, you'll also need...

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

1. E6000 Glue

2. Bead Tweezers/Toothpicks

3. Crystals (these are Swarovski crystals in assorted sizes)

The gist of this project is to dab the crystals and affix them to the straps – I put a bit of glue on a paper plate, dabbed the back of the stone, and then affixed it to the strap of the shoe.

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

The pattern of the stones on the original pair were just a mix of different sizes scattered on the straps, so I put different sizes of stones down in a non-consistent pattern.

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

This is definitely something that takes a little bit of time but is the perfect thing to do while catching up on your DVR (did that) or waiting for pumpkin bread to bake (did that too), with some help from pals, or my mom in this instance, but look at the results…

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

A glitzy DIY pair of heels á la Emma Roberts crafted in a few hours.

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Emma Roberts Strappy Heels

I can't stop staring at them!!

Hello Giggles - American Horror Story Coven - DIY - Strappy Heels

The perfect shoes for New Year's Eve or just to glam up a pair of jeans.  I'm having maj shoe love!!

Happy 2014!

Wishing everyone the most fantastic 2014!! cardstore2014

May this year bring the most creativity, joy, love, success, and happiness to all!  Thank you for the continued support - I am one LUCKY gal to have you all on board as NDAD readers.  There are fun changes on the horizon that I can't wait to show you, so cheers to a fabulous start to 2014!

xoxo Marisa

Giveaway: Wool Fringed Poncho

Just a day away from 2014!!  I can hardly believe it! I have some fab pieces coming up, but while I finish working on them I thought I'd post another giveaway!!  Winners from the last handful of goodies will be mentioned/contacted at the end of this week, WOO, and this contest will run until the end of next week (1/10)  (Also, there's still time to enter to win a Tassimo brewing machine HERE - that contest closes tonight, so head on over to get in the mix if you haven't entered yet!)

Up for grabs today is this gorgeous fringed poncho!!  Ooh la la!!

New Dress A Day - Wool Fringed Poncho - Giveaway

It's a OSFA (one size fits all) wool/acrylic blend in a gorgeous, dark shade of navy.  It's the perfect piece to toss on top of your outfit for a little bit of warmth!  It's cuter than a snuggie!

New Dress A Day - Wool Fringed Poncho - Giveaway

To enter, leave a comment below with one of the funniest/weirdest/most ridiculous gifts you've ever received for the holidays.  Something nutty from an aunt or an uncle or a white elephant gift that couldn't have been sillier?  I'm always so curious to know who actually buys the bacon scarf...

New Dress A Day - Bacon Scarf

Happy almost 2014!!