#13: raphaella makes a turban

yay!! turbans are fashionable!

i've been a massive fan of the headwrap for ages (friends of mine will know the nigerian fabric headscarf has been an ella-staple for a while now...excellent festival hair solution), and now that the turban is back in style i thought i'd share how easy they are to make with you!

i've made TWO VARIETIES - a simpler, head-wrap style turban, and a more complex gathered turban (the kind which are very popular in-store at the moment) - but both look equally great!

first, my preferred version - the simple head-wrap turban!
(perfect for when you're in a rush or on the move, all it requires is one piece of fabric and an optional pin!)

next, the (slightly) more complex gathered turban!
(don't be put off by the title - it's really easy to make and once done never requires tieing again!)

this is me in my nigerian head-wrap turban!
(looking a bit pretentious probably, i know - it's just such a great thing to wear when you're feeling a bit lazy and just want to throw on some sunnies and leggings and get some greasy food...ahh, perfect!)

happy making!

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#9: raphaella makes a clutch bag

another really easy one, but with christmas and party season coming up it's always good to have little easy things to whip up!

you can try this in a variety of sizes and fabrics - anywhere from lace to leather!

enjoy!

an example will follow in a bit...just made one for a friend as a present and i don't want them seeing it on here first!

happy making!
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*COMING SOON*
high-waisted trousers, maxi dress, wrap dress, boxy jersey top
and any other requests...

#8: raphaella makes a high-waisted skirt

this is one of my favourite things to make - really quick, really easy, and there are so many ways to customize it!

all you need is one piece of fabric and some elastic - you don't even have to cut anything!

try making it really long and slightly narrower for slim maxi skirts, or adding loads of extra width and a little extra length for a volumized 50's-esque look!

remember - a stiffer fabric will give bigger volume, and a floatier fabric will give a lot more movement. try both!

here's the first ever one i made - over 3 years old and still going strong!

happy making!
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#7: raphaella makes a tote bag

i know this might seem a bit simple, but it's always good to have a guide!

tote bags are so useful, and there are a million ways to customize them!
whether it's for shopping, library trips, or just as a present, this is one easy make you should definitely try.

here's one i made recently in simple black and white - perfect for when you need to take a few extra bits with you!

enjoy and happy shopping!
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