Mid-Week Inspiration: Meow!

How cute is this? 

Mid-Week Inspiration: Red Fascinator and Polka Dots

Eva Herzigova in Vanity Fair Spain.

My Projects: Party Veils

Here are some new headband veils that I've recently made. They will be listed in my Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail, very soon!!

Holiday Sale: Cocktail Hats and Fascinators

Normally on Saturdays I do a round up of the new items I have listed in my Etsy shops. With my hand injury I am taking a break from listing new items. But that doesn't mean there are no treats for you! From now until Jan.3, I'm hosting a Holiday Sale in both of my shops! While the sale lasts I will be high-lighting some very special deals! This week the spot light is on cocktail hats and fascinators. A great way to add some zest to your holiday party wardrobe!


From my handmade Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail, where ALL items are 25% off:

Black Birdcage Veil Headband Fascinator with Feathers and Large Gold Button.

Was $25, Now $18.75!

Black Headband Fascinator with Round Veil and Black and White Feathers

Was $32, Now $24!

From my vintage Etsy shop, Femme Fatale Vintage, where all items (except sewing patterns) are 20% off:

Vintage 1960's Ivory Satin Beaded and Sequined Cocktail Hat

Was $24, Now $19.20!


Red Hot Burlesque Vintage Cocktail Hat with Sequins and Veil
Was $30, Now $24!

My Projects: Veiled Feather Headband DIY

I've been working on a lot of new veiled feather headbands this week for my retro-inspired handmade Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail. I've got quite a few made and will be listing them for sale this week. Instead of just showing you pictures of my creations I thought I'd give you a little tutorial in case you'd like to make one of your own!

Here we go!

Supplies: Scissors, black thread, needle, black satin headband (this one is 1"wide), black French netting 8" X 9", two feathers (color of your choice), and large gold button (with holes, not a shank).

Gather the netting off center so that the finished edge of the netting runs along the edge of the front of the headband. Stitch down by hand. Make sure all of the gathers are tacked down. The gathers puff the netting out so that it will fall around the front of the face. The bottom edge of the netting should form an asymmetrical line across your face.

Tack down with needle and thread the netting on the sides. One spot on each side will do.

Layer your two feathers over each other. I have chosen a large fluffy white feather under a smaller gold toned feather with stripes. Place them over the gathered tulle on top of the headband pointing out over the puff of veil so it cascades over your forehead. Stitch in place.

Finally to cover the edges of the feathers and to add more decoration sew on your button. You could also use sequins, bows, flowers...whatever suits your fancy!

Voila!
Be sure to check out my Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail, this week to see the other variations I have made! If you attempt to make one these, please send me photos of your creations. I'd love to post them!

Newly Listed: TheSparklingCocktail

Fun and Fabulous White Mink Fur Ring- $20

Turquoise Burlesque Feather Fascinator- $25

Gingham Rose Ring with Heart Button- $8

Gingham Rose Hair Clips with Cherry Buttons- $20

Newly Listed: TheSparklingCocktail

I have listed some new handmade items in my Etsy store, The Sparkling Cocktail! Retro looks for cocktail hour and beyond...

Black Veiled Headband Fascinator with Feathers and Large Gold Button-$25

Burgundy Feather Fascinator with Black Beaded Feathers and Mink Fur Rosette- $30

Newly Listed: TheSparklingCocktail

Love in the Afternoon Feather Headband $30

At the Speakeasy Feather Headband $32

New items in my Etsy store, The Sparkling Cocktail. Handmade and ready for a glam night out on the town! You saw the craft night post, they are finally here!