DIY Peter Pan Collar

It's here, folks! Long awaited, I know, but today is the day!

DIY Peter Pan Collars!

I've posted about them just a  few times.

I lurrrrvvv them.

And I really really want this one.

Here's what you'll need:

~A sharpie

~Ribbon

~Glue Gun

~Felt of your choice

I found this sparkly one at hobby lobby

~scissors

~measuring tape

~Collar stencil:

I used this one.

Click on the link to download

Step One:

Cut out stencil ;)

Next, Fold felt in half:

Make sure to press firmly to create a crease:

Then, Fold inside out, and place stencil on fold.

This particular stencil has an arrow where it should go.

After, trace around the stencil with marker.

You can pin it in place to make your life easier, or you can do it the hard way like me :)

Then, cut it out:

you should end up with something like this:

Then, grab your ribbon and the measuring tape:

I cut my ribbon at 25 inches, because I wanted to be able to wear it at different lengths.

Cut two strands of ribbon:

Next, add glue about a one inch long and place one end of the ribbon over:

Note that the two different strands shouldn't be connected.

One should be on each side so you can tie them together

and there you have it!

So simple right!

I made a black sparkly one and a white sparkly one,

but the possibilities are endless!

and if your wondering, 

I'd pair this collar with a crew cut top.

It was hard to find the right shirt that made the collar seem 'attached' to it.

here is what I used to figure it out:

Enjoy!

If you make one, send me a pic! I'd love to see your take!

Wednesday's Wardrobe: Playing with Collars

I may be late on this, but recently I've been loving wearing different types of collars.

You should already remember my admiration for Peter Pan Collars,

and I love the idea of popping a patterned collar with a solid top.

Here's what I came up with!

This outfit is one of those outfits that perfectly describes myself.

I've always been told I have an old soul, and to be honest, I think I was born in the wrong decade!

Take me back to the 20's or the 50's!

These decades are both my favorites fashion wise.

Ahh, the beading and the A-line dresses...

I felt so feminine and classy in this outfit.

I think the pink heels added just the right amount of color, and the mixed laces added back the daintiness I wanted.

Lace Top: Kohls clearance ($5)

Lace skirt: loft via Goodwill ($5)

wedges: target ($14)

headband:f21($2)

Next, I dove into a patterned collar:

I had the polka dotted sleeveless top and knew it would wear perfectly underneath a sweater.

It all came together to be a really comfortable, but classic outfit (in my humble opinion)

Sweater: loft outlet ($20)

Polka dotted top: No tag! via garage sale ($1)

jeans: LC for Kohls via goodwill ($6)

Wedges: target (same as above, different color) ($14)

necklace: made by me

earrings: white house black market via goodwill ($2)

So how do you think I did with the collar trend?

If you could go back to any decade, which one would you choose?

Leave a comment telling me below!

Linking here:

What I Wore Wednesday: Peter Pan Edition!

If you follow me on instagram {I'm achammer},

then you'd already know that today's outfit has just a few of my favorite things:

Peter pan collar, mint green, and vintage hats?

yes, please!

I saw this shirt and instantly knew I wanted it.

I have been obsessed with Peter Pan collars.

In fact, I love them so much that next week I am sharing with you how to make your own!

Anyways, here's how I wore my new top last saturday just running errands:

Top: {new} forever 21

tank: target

jeans: loft outlet

boots: macy's off season

glasses: steve madden {belk clearance for $6!}

earrings: souvenir from paris

Linking up with Lindsey @ The Pleated Poppy