Womens Accessories

Liven up your daughter's hairstyles with colorful bows that coordinate with her outfit. Instead of retying the bow throughout the day, attach the cute accessory to a metal hair clip that snaps...

Ballerina hairstyles are often up and away from the face, as dancers exert quite a bit of energy, which increases heat and sweat. Ballerina hairstyles---hair that is slicked back in a tight bun or...

Whether you need a creative gift for your daughter or simply want a customized accessory to update up the look of a basic outfit, personalize a headband to hold your hair off of your face in...

A koozie keeps your canned drink cool and the can's perspiration off of your hand. You can show your style and keep your hands dry by making a personalized koozie. Use feathers, fringe, faux...

Corsages are traditional accessories made out of fresh flowers and worn by females at special occasions. Making your own corsage gives you the opportunity to add your personality to a classic...

You will learn how to line a clippie with ribbon, and add non slip grips. Click photo to enlarge ;)

Hats are a long-standing fashion statement at the Kentucky Derby. Each year, women (and some men) can be seen sporting hats ranging from very elegant to downright silly. Generally, the more...

Belts are one of those accessories that women often look upon as a necessity. They can be pretty boring, and even expensive. However, ribbon comes in many colors and styles. It is also quite...

A great idea, or a thrifty way to jazz up an outfit, a ribbon necklace is easy to make. Ribbon necklaces use minimal materials to create an accessory that you can mix and match to suit any outfit....

Are you tired of bath towels slipping down as you get ready? The answer is a bath towel wrap. They are moderately easy and inexpensive to make at home. You can recycle your favorite towel, go buy...

Every mother enjoys using beautiful ribbons to decorate her daughter's hair, but purchasing a handmade ribbon to match each outfit can get quite cost prohibitive. Through these few easy steps, you...

Attractive belts can be made with grosgrain ribbon, satin ribbon, ornate brocade to a nautical stripe ribbon. Even the skinny part of a silk tie can be used to make these lovely yet inexpensive belts.

There is nothing more fun than taking an old item and making it new again. If you enjoy crafts and giving new life to an old item, this project is for you. In just a few hours time you can make a...

Instead of throwing away empty Capri Sun packages, sew them into a purse. Capri Sun purses are a cute gift for kids. Use one flavor or a combination of flavors for the pouches. Another benefit of...

In this article, you will learn how to take an ordinary headband and put some pizzazz on it! These headbands will be great for everyday wear, and fun to make at slumber partys! Also make great...

Changing your hat band is an excellent way to coordinate your hat to an outfit, add color and personality to a classic hat, or refresh an older hat. With a little additional effort, you can easily...

If you yearn for the bygone Victorian era, satisfy your desire by making yourself a special treat. A bedecked Victorian feather hat and hair clip might be just the thing to wear to church or your...

Need a cute accessory to make that outfit a ten? Do you have a cute sash, belt, or scarf? Then that's all you'll need to make you plain old bow into a fresh new rose. You can even use this...

You may not have the money to attend the Kentucky Derby, but you don't need a lot of money to look as good as the ladies do! If you are going to a Steeplechase or Derby party, you can make a hat...

Ribbon, especially striped or dotted grosgrain ribbons, work very well to create a variety of pretty and preppy fashion accessories. Choose ribbons in a variety of pastel shades, particularly...

Hair bows are a classic accessory that never seem to disappear entirely. Worn in any number of ways to dress up a hairstyle, the simplest way to make your own is to imitate the hair accessory...

Wristlet (or wrist) corsages are a modern rendition of the older form of a lapel corsage. They have been popular for many years for young girls attending school proms and dances. Making a corsage,...

One of the most anticipated events on the social calendar is the Kentucky Derby. Although ostensibly there for the annual horse race--also dubbed the "most exciting two minutes in sports"--many...

Hair bows are an accessory worn to enhance a hairstyle. There are several types of hair bows including the single loop, multiloop and synthetic hair bows. Hair bows are popular accessories for...

Belts are an excellent accessory to any outfit. They can be used for fashion, or to hold up your pants. Not only do they look great, but they can also draw attention to your middle and make it...

There is little that a breast cancer survivor is prouder of than beating the disease. Show you care by buying gifts for breast cancer survivors in your life. There is a wide variety of pink ribbon...

A cloche hat was a popular trend for women in the 1920s. Cloche hats are bell-shaped hats worn fitted to the head. They are also often made of soft fabric which makes them conform more easily to...

Every woman has a drawer overflowing with nylons and tights--maybe some have runs, some don't fit and some are just plain outdated. Instead of tossing your tights, make the most of them by turning...

If you have even a basic knowledge of crochet, you can make a pink ribbon to show your support of breast cancer survivors and victims. Wearing the looped pink ribbon also helps to raise awareness...

Making fancy hats for church, a party or an event like horse racing is easier than you might think. When you make fancy hats, you can choose the colors, amount and type of embellishment and a hat...

Creating a center knot for a hair bow is fast and easy. All you need is a hair bow, a piece of ribbon and a glue gun. A center knot can hide any seams or stitching and is an attractive feature for...

A crisp hair bow isn't just for little girls. The accessory crosses fashion boundaries, and can be worn whether your look is preppy, emo or girlie. The key to making a hair bow stiff, so it won't...

Shopping for prom dresses and accessories can be time consuming. There are so many different styles and colors to choose from, and it can be difficult to find accessories to match the color and...

Ribbon headbands are feminine, fun and easy to make. Using different kinds of ribbon, they can be as loud and casual or subtle and elegant as you wish. You can make a ribbon headband in minutes,...

Turn that extra ribbon you have lying around into a fashion statement. With a little creativity you can create a belt for every outfit with leftover ribbon from your craft room. This is an...

Elastic headbands are an attractive headband option for people who can't wear typical headbands due to sensitive nerves behind their ears. With an elastic headband, the elastic gently conforms to...

Sew a custom-made beaded headband. Purchase a pre-made headband in a plain color. Black is ideal. You can use beads to add pizazz to the headband in several ways. Sew on tiny beads in a...

Scarves are all the rage this season. You can knit, crochet, weave or even macramé a beautiful one for yourself or a loved one using ribbons. For springtime, a narrow ribbon scarf in rainbow...

Whether used for a special occasion or as part of a costume, a lace parasol will add a touch of Victorian charm to your outfit. This old-time parasol uses a common, everyday umbrella as its base....

The arm corsage continues to be a timeless statement of elegance. A wrist corsage is used for everything from formal dances to weddings to retirement parties. Recently, the arm corsage has gained...

Make hairbands / headbands for kids, or adults -- great and inexpensive gifts! Make matching Mom and Daughter ones for Mother's Day! Very inexpensive and easy to make, and beautiful!

A backpack purse is a great way to combine the utility of a backpack with the portability and style of a purse. You can create a backpack purse using an old backpack and bits of ribbon for a...

I love to browse through thrift shops, and never come out of them empty handed. I always enjoy looking through vintage placemats, and using the different patterns for inspiration. You may not be...

The mini top hat is a stylish retro trend. Made popular during World War I, this daring accessory is great for clubbing or nights out. Mini top hats are great accents for Victorian-themed outfits,...

Making a craft bow from beautiful ribbon is easy. With a few basic steps, you can create bows in any color or style for use with crafts, fashion accessories, or gift giving. Craft bow making can...

People have used bows to adorn clothing for thousands of years. Doing so is a great way to make clothes look more elegant and impressive. Although there are many kinds of bows, ranging from silk...

The pull bow is a multi-looped, dome shaped bow, popularly used in wedding decorating, as well as embellishing floral arrangements and gift wrapping. Unlike other bow styles, the pull bow is...

Ribbon or fabric bows are great decorative accents for holiday treetops, wreaths, gift packages, mantles and floral bouquets. It normally takes up to 5 yards of fabric to tie a medium sized bow....

Create dramatic or simple hair barrettes, choosing from a wide selection of ribbon, easily found at any store selling fabric and crafts. Barrettes have been worn by little girls for centuries and...

A figure 8 bow is a cute accessory that can be used in your hair or your child's hair. Since these bows are easy to make, you will be able to create a variety of them using different colored...