The transition from childhood to adolescence can be difficult, but DIY tween fashions help ease the change by letting burgeoning teens stay fashionable on the cheap. With a rapid physiological and emotional development occurring during tween years, finding a comfortable identity is often a challenge. DIY fashions allow tweens to express themselves in a fun and non-committal manner. Since these projects are infinitely customization, tweens are able to explore and manage their dramatic launch into adolescence.
Chic projects such as DIY superheroine tights and 80s diva stockings can be done with little effort even though they have a big impact. Other DIY styles like notebook-inspired manicures and time-measuring wrist candy allow for self-expression on a smaller scale.
17 DIY Tween Fashions
From DIY Stylish Scarf Watches to Notebook-Inspired Manicures:
Alexander Lam — Jul 17, 2013 — Life-Stages
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DIY Office Accessory Necklaces
This Creative Piece of Jewelry is Made from Safety Pins and Pearls
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DIY Upcycled T-Shirt Bracelets
These Braided Bracelets are Made Using Cut Up Vintage T-Shirts
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DIY Orbit-Inspired Clothing
The ‘CooCookaChoo’ Galaxy Booty Shorts are Futuristic
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Vibrant Adhesive Accessories
Duct Tape Jewelry by Michele Howarth is Vibrantly Fun
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DIY Superheroine Tights
Fight Crime and Be Batgirl with These Easy to Follow Instructions
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Notebook-Inspired Manicures
The Cute Polish 'Back to School' Manicure is Adorable
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Love-Inspired Nail Decals
Get Ready for Romance with Valentine Nail Art
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Upcycled Scarf Headbands
This Simple DIY Tutorial Turns an Average Scarf into a Chic Headpiece
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DIY Stylish Scarf Watches
These Scarf Watches Upcycle Old Timepieces into a Neat DIY Accessory
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Animal Claw Kicks
These Clawz Shoes Offer a Humorously Animalistic Way to Walk Around
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Limb-Crocheted Corsets
Colorful and Warm Handmade Lace-Up Leg Warmers
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Time-Measuring Wrist Candy
Brit+Co's Watch Wrap Bracelets are a Useful Accessory Creation
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DIY Pom-Pom Headbands
Rose Runs Wild Teaches You How to Top the Floral Headband of Last Season
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80s Diva Stockings
These DIY Tights from The Rookie are Delightfully Adorable
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DIY Shade Designs
'Her New Leaf' Blog Shows How to Easily Spruce up Any Sunglasses
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DIY Mesmerizing Monokinis
This DIY Bathing Suit Tutorial Turns a One-Piece into a Monokini
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DIY Light-Up Kicks
Converse Shoe Designs Will Look Even Cooler with Light Installations
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