DIY: A Swan of a Different Color

One of my goals has been to try to bring back the DIY in my life. Back in the day, I used to draw and "craft" (hate that as a verb) and zine all the live-long day. Now I don't do any of it. And honestly - it blows.

After seeing this key necklace tutorial, I decided I wanted to try something similar with a ring holder. You know, the ring holders that you always see at the resale shops - the omnipresent ring holders?

So this:

picture from etsy seller soulterrain

Turned into this:

I was invited to a vegan ladies holiday brunch hosted by my friend, S, that included a gift swap. The parameters for the swap were (quite thoughtfully) handmade or vintage. (Okay, seriously? My favorite swap idea ever.) I was bringing a pair of vintage drinking glasses anyway but this ended up being part of the gift.