Whenever I think of posting a DIY tutorial on my blog, I always think of posting something unique. Well I couldn't say that it's entirely original, but I would like to share something that is not that ubiquitous or common.

     I've said before that I'd love to share something easy for my DIYs here in my blog. However, this one isn't something that you might consider easy because this requires a lot of patience. I am somebody who needs to attend more workshop about patience, so I gave this one a shot. Moreover, this DIY is for all the book lovers out there and I happen to be one, so being able to accomplish this project is a real dose of happiness for me.
     If you adore books and fashion, well here's a DIY for you!

WHAT YOU NEED:
- A book cover 
(You will need something from a book that is thick and hardbound. You don't have to buy something new, an old one will do and please don't throw the book once you are done with your project,read it! :)
-Zipper 
(Look for a zipper that has a similar/somewhat similar length to the book you will be using. It would be best if you can find a zipper that will get along with the color of your fabric.)
-Fabric 
(You can actually choose any fabric that you like but I would suggest to choose something that is lightweight because we will be using fabric glue which makes it easier to stick. You are also very much free to choose whatever print you like or if you want it plain.)
-Needle & Thread
(Use a thread that will go together with the color of your fabric. In my case, I used a black thread.)
-Fabric Glue
-Scissors
-Cutter

DIRECTIONS:
Step 1.
Using a cutter, separate the book pages from it's cover. Be careful with this one for you not to hurt yourself. You may ask someone to help you with this if you find this step hard. But, seriously it's not that difficult to separate the two.
Step 2.
Once you have your book cover with you, cover it with the fabric of your choice using a fabric glue. Of course, you need to measure the size of your book cover so you'll know how much fabric do you need to cover it. And please do not throw away the book itself, you may keep it with you and read it :)
Also, if you feel like the book cover isn't hard enough, you may glue a thick cardboard on top of it before covering the whole thing with a fabric. That will make the book cover more durable.
Step 3.
Measure a piece of fabric with the same length as the sides of your book cover. That includes all the sides of it. Cut it into 4 inches wide then divide it into two, which is 2 inches each.
Step 4.
Attach you fabric and your zipper together by sewing them. You may use a sewing machine, but in my case, I hand sew them. My zipper isn't long enough to cover all sides of my book cover, so I have to take two pieces of fabric with the size of 2x3 inches to compensate the space on both sides. (see first photo below) You don't have to do it if your zipper is long enough to cover the other ends of your book cover. You may proceed to the next step if that's your case.
Step 5.
Once you are done sewing all the fabrics that you need, you may start gluing them on both sides of your book cover. The last step is for you to cover the inside of your book clutch to cover the fabrics that you have glued in it. That is to make the inside of your clutch appear more neat.

You may use a fabric to cover the inside of your clutch, or anything else. For my clutch, I use a page from the book that I used. It is a picture of a yacht in a vast ocean and I just love it! (see second photo below)

Viola! You may now use your very own book clutch!
    I am crazy about this project and I think of enough words to say to describe what I felt after making this DIY. This DIY involves so much patience and hardwork, but this is so worth it once it's all done. This diy project is perfect as a gift to yourself or to someone who is worth all of your time and effort.

    I hope you love this project. Let me know what you think about this on the comment section below. Thanks for reading!

       Recently, I signed up for ZaloraPH, an online shopping destination that provides an impressive collection of clothing apparel, shoes, necklaces and much more. They offer products that came from a very reliable source. It's something that made me feel confident that what I will purchase from them is something authentic and not just a replica of the product.. You know how replica or class A products are sold everywhere now right? especially online, so we need to be extra careful about it.

      I was looking for a fitness shoes and of course I did went all over the shopping centers and malls in tour city but I couldn't find the one that I was looking for. I decided to go online and try to check if I can find something that I love and that's how I started checking out Zalora.

       I only thought about buying a shoes but then I came across with a chic looking tote bag so I decided to buy it too. I will include my thoughts about my purchase and link the items, so if you want to have similar items, you can easily find them.

      I have written some of my thoughts about bridal dresses in the past. I have also shared to you some of my favorite wedding dresses but never my thoughts about bridal makeup yet. For me, a bridal makeup must be fresh, soft, simple and ethereal. I love looking at photos where brides look closest to their natural appearance. What I mean is that I love it when brides don't wear something too heavy on their face that will alter their faces so much, even though they also look good on it.

      Last year, I was so lucky to be able to do a bridal inspired makeup. Oh no, I didn't do it on an actual bride. I did it on my best friend Sam for her birthday photo shoot. I asked Sam what makeup look is her peg and what's the theme of her birthday pictorial. Sam said she wanted something soft, fresh and simple. I then said to her, "Something like a bridal makeup?". My best friend replied, "Yes,something like that!". I immediately went over my makeup box and chose the cosmetics that I needed at that time and the rest is history.
    My best friend looks beautiful inside and out without any makeup so making her even more beautiful is a no sweat job for me. I guess any makeup artist wouldn't have to work so hard if their client is as beautiful as Sam.

Behind the scene shots by me :)

      Sam's co-worker took the official shots for her birthday pictorial. I couldn't tag him though because he didn't have any website when I asked him and I actually forgot his name. hahahaha But yeah, all credits to him for the official photos that I used above. By the way, of course I did asked him if I could use the photos for my blog and he said yes.

      I hope you do like the bridal inspired makeup look I did with my best friend. Let me know what you think on the comment section below. Thank you for reading. Have a wonderful day! :)