DIY JCrew Knockoff & Style Mood Boards
March 23, 2012 by Aimee • 23 Comments
I’m loving the color block trend and the chain trend in fashion right now….
after seeing this necklace at JCrew, I knew I wanted to try and make my own knockoff!
I saw this necklace at JCrew the other day and thought it was SUPER CUTE, but to spend $40 on something I’d probably just wear a handful of times seemed, just not worth it. Then, I got to thinking, I’ve seen chains like that for cheap! Yep, at Home Depot.
The picture above makes it look like the home depot chain is heavy and thick…not really…it’s comfy…not any heavier than the original necklace at JCrew! For $3ish, I bought plenty of chain. With pliers, my Stud connected the chain. A spray of primer, a coat of pink spray paint and then using some paper loosely wrapped around the chain so half the chain stayed pink, I sprayed some gray paint on half of the chain to give the two-toned look. Topped with a gloss spray paint and left alone for TWO DAYS! And without further adieu….
And there you have it….a JCrew knockoff necklace. The durability is pretty good, I won’t say AWESOME. Where the chains rub together a speck or two of paint has scratched, but definitely you would need a macro zoom to see them. And by the time this seasons up and this necklace is way out, the $3 will definitely be the perfect investment! Speaking of cuteness…I’m LOVING these outfit inspiration pictures below! I’m totally needing a little Spring shopping! And with the blessing of a new job for my Stud, I’m seeing a shopping trip for me coming sooner than later! Wow! Don’t pinch me, I like where I’m at!!!
Recognize this picture where I showed off my ‘Smile Lines’? Yep, I’m giving a new skin care kit a try, here.
Combo of JCrew, Anthropologie and Hollister:
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So brillant! I love the look… totally have a color blocking post up today! It is the hottest trend! Love the savvy knockoff!
So cute! I love the necklace and it looks JUST like J. Crew. Great job!
What a great idea, and those outfits are amazing!
Allyson
http://cupcakescandycanes.blogspot.com/
Super cute necklace! I love it! The outfits are really cute too! Have a super weekend! Smiles, Jill
P.s. my link party is open and I’d love for you to add your necklace!
http://jaihartjustlovelydesigns.blogspot.com/2012/03/sundays-are-lovely-7.html
Smiles,
Jill
Found your blog via the Blog Hop. I’m your newest GFC follower!
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I’m loving JCrew this season, so nautical and fun. If you say the necklace doesn’t weigh a ton, then I believe, you; it looks awesome!
Cute!
Cute, cute, cute! Why is it that this reminds me of playing with paper dolls when I was a kid!
Have a lovely weekend!
Well done!! Go you. I love making cheap jewelry! I may have to try this. Came over from A2D link party. New follower here.
Love it – way to go! Have a great weekend!
Super cool! Great idea!
wendymacdesigns.com
Great idea to create it yourself- it looks cute
Very good idea! $40 for a chain necklace??? Insane! Yours turned out great though- and you could make them different colors too. Love the outfit inspirations- I have been craving a spring shopping spree badly!
I would love if you would share this at my new linky party- Scout’s Sweet Sundays!
http://xstitchandcrafts.blogspot.com/2012/03/scouts-sweet-features-and-sunday-linky.html
Have a great day!
Zoe
Love your necklace! How ingenious of you! The outfits are darling as well. Luck to you and your husband on his new job.
Very nice, and why i don’t shop at these ‘brand’ stores.. now you see the ridiculous profit margins they at and on top of that, Home Depot still made a profit !
First thing… Aimee you so BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Second… GREAT idea!!! It’s crazy how much money we could save on things we want just by taking a few minutes and trying to figure out if we can make it ourselves!
Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!
Thanks for the idea on the chains…. just another idea to add…. where the paint is rubbing… maybe you could get some paper/stickers/etc. that matches the colors and decoupage the two links on each side… give you an entire different look. Could make it as bold or as subtle as you wanted.
What a GREAT IDEA!!! XO, Aimee
What a great knock-off – It looks just like it. I don’t think anyone needs to spend that much (40?!) on a piece of jewelry that (obviously) doesn’t cost close to that in materials. Thanks!!
So cute!! I am so inspired to make one of my own- I’m thinking turquoise and green. Thanks!!
What a great idea – and it looks beautiful! You have a lovely site:).
love it when the craft involves the hardware store! looks amazing Aimee!! Thank you for sharing!
Bonnie @ uncommon