Why, hello my friends – how we all doing? Remember how in May I set myself the goal of relaxing and I gave myself a nice old break? Well, it’s not May anymore and I am fully back to my overly ambitious self.
Today, I present to you part one of a . . . well, I don’t know how many parts DIY challenge. Basically, your girl bought this:
In case you’re somehow confused, this is exactly what it looks like – a really long string of really pretty crystals. Why did I buy this? Well, I mean . . . yeah, that’s a good question. They were pretty and I liked the colour, plus they only cost £11. It was somewhat of an impulse buy, then they arrived and I promptly realised:
“No, seriously, Mia – what the fuck are you going to do with this?
And so, my inspiration was born. I’m going to use these crystals in DIYs until they run out and I’m going to share those DIYs with you. Are we all okay with that? Fantastic.
What We’re Making:
Today, I am creating a super simple (and, more importantly, super pretty) hair clip that is a perfect summer accessory.
One of my go-to hairstyles is half-up half down – especially in summer, as it keeps your hair out your face, but still out and flowin’. However, this style can sometimes be a little boring. A little plain. So this clip is a perfect way to jazz it up.
Plus, the colours are beautiful – and it’s so boho-chic, I could imagine Free People selling something like it for £45. (Also, just saying, festival season is coming up and have you seen a more worthy accessory?
What You Will Need:
Because I’m an easy access kind of girl (and by that I mean I want things delivered to my doorstep so I don’t have to hunt for them) all these things are available from our trusted Amazon or Etsy.
Flat Hair Barrettes
Heavy emphasis on flat; you need a nice foundation for the crystals and glue to sit on. Here are the ones I used, I highly recommend them.
30 pack, 3 sizes, Flat Hair Clip – Amazon UK – £5.29
100 pack Flat Hair Clip – Amazon US – $8.99
Heavy-Duty Glue
Well, you didn’t think the crystals were going to stick themselves down, did you? Here’s the glue I used – and I highly recommend it! (Also . . . it’s super cheap.)
Gorilla Glue – Amazon UK – £3.80
Gorilla Glue – Amazon US – $4.89
Crystals
Here’s the shop I used; it’s international (based in China, but worldwide shipping is £3) and I was so impressed with the crystals, they’re beautiful.
The crystals used in this DIY are:
Pink and Orange Crystal Necklace Strand (Approx 44) – ETSY – £11.37
The good thing is, though, while I picked this colour . . . you don’t have to! Look at all these pretty colour options. These all cost the same, so I’m just attaching links to the photo. Click on the colours you want!
What You Need To Do:
Share this post via Pinterest! You’ll be helping me out a lot.
Honestly, this DIY is actually really simple. All you have to do is slap some glue along the hair clip, then place your crystals on it and leave it to dry. That’s it! Simple as pie, right? Now, if you liked this but don’t want to make it . . . I am pleased to announce that you can now purchase it from my Etsy!
I have a whole post planned about this, but I’m actually moving to Australia in September, so any funds are going towards that!
I feel like this post is too short, but anything else would be complete waffle, so here’s as good as any a place to end! If you like DIYs (and, I mean, who doesn’t?) make sure you follow my DIY board on Pinterest – and check out my DIY blog category!
Plus, you don’t want to miss out my DIY crystals tutorial – that’s a good one!
I hope you guys enjoyed this post! Did you like the finished product? Would you wear this hair clip? And can we please talk about how bloody gorgeous these crystals are? Let me know your thoughts down below!
Peace,
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Ughh wtf these are beautiful I’m dying 😭 deffo bookmarking this page, I always love your DIYs because they’re easy enough that someone useless like me can still do them!! xxx
Thank you so much girly! And that’s legit the EXACT thing I aim for with my DIYS: they need to look good enough to look difficult, but actually be so easy that anyone can do em xxx
Yeah…. you’re cool. A dimensional diagram could be drawn to run commentary on your coolness.
I got Van Halen on but my mind is saying it should be Cat Stevens. CBF’d changing the disc… just mentally super imposing
Thanks!
These are so pretty!
Thank you so much lovely! x
You’re welcome xox
These are so pretty and creative! I’m sure they would make a cute little gift too! 😀
Thank you so much lovely! And oooh that’s a good idea! 🙂
So cuteeeee, what a nice idea <3
Thank yiou so much lovely <3
mia, these are absolutely gorgeous! ugh, why are you so creative ;)? x x
Thank you so much, you’re honestly such a sweetie! xx
That’s pretty and perfect ❤️
Thank you lovely! <3
You’re welcome 🙂
Wtf this is so cute & affordable!! Lovely post ❣❣
Thank you so much lovely, I’m glad you enjoyed! <3
Omg!!! These look so gorgeous!
Thank you so much! 🙂
This is so beautiful omg! I love the colour you picked and if only I wasn’t saving all my money at the moment for travel I’d be snapping this up! Also you lucky thing moving to Aus, that’s exactly what I did a couple of years ago on the work and travel visa (wtf time flies) so if you need any help with what it’s like then just hit me up girly xx
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Thank you so much girly 🙂 And yes girl, save for that travel! Omg Alys that’s genuinely so helpful THANK YOU! I don’t even know where to start, but I will definitely be hitting you up for advice! xx
You’re welcome! Of course, message me on twitter anytime❤ xx
So beautiful!! And so creative, thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much lovely! x
They are SOOO pretttyy!!! I’ll definitely try to make it!! xx
Thank you lovely, I’m glad you enjoyed it! xx
So cool x
Thank you! x
You’re moving to Australia?! That’s awesome. Congratulations!! & I loooove these crystals, they’re so pretty! & the clip turned out so well!
Thank you girly, I’m really excited about it! And thanksss, I was really pleased with the final result 🙂 x
Are you moving to Australia all by yourself?! Or is your family or friends going with you?! Can’t wait to hear all about it. <3
I’m moving with two girls my age, but we’ve only met once so we’re not quite friends yet! ❤️
OMGGGGG these crystals are so beautiful 😍😍😍 I’m in love girl. Loved this post so much ❤ I love crystals so much. I have a necklace too with amethyst 💜 So cool that you are going to Australia 🌞🌊 Would love to go to!
Thank you so much lovely, I’m glad you enjoyed it!<3 And I'm honestly so excited!
This is such a neat idea and so pretty! Fab job (:
Thank you lovely! x
omg these are beautiful!Love this!Im obsessed with crystals too.keep doing you<3
Thank you so much girly! <3
Love this idea, that clip looks so stunning and much more expensive than what you paid 😍
Thank you so much lovely, I’m glad you enjoyed it! <3
These are so beautiful😍, definitely bookmarking this page for later
Thank you so much lovely! <3
I love this!
Thank you lovely! x
WAIT since when are you heading to Australia? ??!!!!
GIRL IT LITERALLY HAPPENED IN TWO DAYS, IT’S A WHOLE FREAKING STORY, IM GONNA MAKE A POST ON IT
OK DUDE I’M BUZZING
oh my gosh give me thoseee 😍 those are too prettyyyy!
Thank you lovely! I’m so glad you like em 🙂 xx
You’re like the DIY queen Mia. This turned out so so gorgeous <33 !!! Xx Have a lovely week hun
Thank you so much Karen, I’m so glad you liked it 🙂 You have a great week too lovely! <3
Very creative girl <3
oh my god these are so pretty and look so easy to make!! Would be perfect for holidays and festivals! x
Girl is there anything you can’t do?!?! Like Seriously! You are so crazily talented and artistic! I am green with envy! <3
Ahhh this diy is so cute!! I love how the clip looks in your hair 😀 xx
This is such a good idea! I remember decorating hair clips back in Guides but we used fake flowers and ribbon rather than crystals. I cannot believe you are moving to Australia – that is insane! I am so excited for you! xx
This is so pretty! Well done xx
So pretty!! x
That actually is quite easy! I never thought about making or buying any hair clips made out of crystal 😁