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Show Those Sexy Gams in DIY Denim Cutoffs
If there's one look that never seems to go out of style for summer, it's cutoff jean shorts. The perfect pair, however, can be as rare to find as the perfect man. Luckily, we can DIY our discarded denim jeans into the cutest cuto... more
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Shop a Hot Local Designer at 30% Off + Turn Your Trash Into Treasure
It’s Monday morning. You’ve just waited ten minutes for the office coffee to brew with your most talkative co-worker, who felt compelled to tell you all about his or her weekend. You didn’t ask. Now, you’re back ... more
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Today on StyleHaul: Glitter N Glue Does DIY Statement Rings
Today on Broke Girl's Guide for Stylehaul, Kristen from Glitter N Glue shows host Akiva how to DIY fall's statement rings. Watch now. more
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DIY Python Bag for Fall
"Crafty" is not a word we would ever use to describe ourselves. We reached this conclusion circa fifth grade, when even our stoner art teacher couldn't admire our paintings without grimacing. Due to our own significant inadequacies in thi... more
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FaBOOlous DIY: Skeleton Bones Sweatshirt Inspired by McQueen
For whatever reason, Halloween always seems to us to be the perfect time of year to get crafty (um...pun intended?). We're big on pumpkin carving, pumpkin food (bread, oatmeal, cupcakes, etc.), and getting creative with our costumes. &nbs...; more
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Last-Minute Halloween Costume Ideas & Party Tips
Assuming we’re not the only ones who have done nothing to prepare for this weekend other than inhale frightening amounts of candy corn (somebody help!!), we’ve compiled a Broke Girl’s Halloween guide replete with last-minute co... more
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Because I'm Addicted's Geri Hirsch Dishes On Her Newest Venture
We’ve had a girl crush on Because I’m Addicted’s Geri Hirsch for some time now, which wasn’t helped by the fact that everyone we met kept saying, “You should really meet Geri Hirsch.” Meet we did at long la... more
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Revamp Your Wardrobe for $7 + a Beachside DIY Jewelry Event
According to our survey, which many of you were gracious enough to partake in (note: those of you who have not yet participated still can!), you broke girls love our live events. This is good news given the fact that we’re hosting 2 rea... more
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CelebriDIY Inspiration: Devon Aoki's Silk Scarf Dress
This article was graciously contributed by our favorite DIY maven, Kristen of Glitter 'N Glue. Silk scarves are very popular this season. I first fell in love when I saw the D&G Spring 2012 collection. Domenico and Stefano mus... more
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DIY Dry Clean
There’s nothing worse than snagging a great outfit on sale before realizing it’s dry-clean-only. Even with coupons, dry cleaning can make a double-, or even triple-, digit dent in your budget. Plus, who wants to wear clothes that have b... more
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Grow Your Own Apartment Garden
Oh, how we long for a lush garden full of flowers, herbs, and veggies – but alas, like many a broke girl, we live in an apartment. To our delight, we recently learned that growing a garden in an apartment is not only possible, it’s easy... more
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Your Weekend To Do List: Yummy Recipes, DIYs to Die For, and Sandy Relief
You survived Halloween (barely), and now there are officially just two months left of 2012. Kind of freaky (where did the time go?), especially if you believe the world is ending on December 21st. So, we suggest you make every free moment count, st... more
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Your Weekend To-Do List: Shop at 25% Off, Eat The Most Amazing Pasta Ever, and Help People
Now that the Election is behind us, you may be rushing off to city hall, high-tailing it to your local, er, glass artisan, or “enjoying” a reflective brunch with friends. Whatever the case may be, you’re likely ready to move on to... more
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BGG Weekender: Eat Bacon, Dance the Tango, and Experience a Lovely Sort of Death
With t-minus one week between us and Thanksgiving, we’re savoring the flavor of pre-holiday hustle, bustle, and family overload. The quiet before the food coma begins now, with art openings, new restaurants, and tons of charity—since it... more
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20 Cheap and Easy DIY Holiday Gifts
This article was graciously contributed by one of our favorite websites, LearnVest.com. With Pinterest, searching for adorable DIY gift ideas has never been easier. But especially with the holidays right around the corner, we know you don't... more
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Your Weekend To-Do List: Four Days of Happiness (even Black Friday!)
We did it, guys. After 10 ½ long months, we finally, officially made it deep into the holiday season. With work shut down both tomorrow and (hopefully!) Friday, we’ve got four full days of relaxing ahead of us. FOUR. What'... more
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DIY Glitter Sole Boot + Sole Society Discount Code
This article was graciously contributed by one of our favorite bloggers, Kristen Turner from Glitternglue.com. It’s been about 2 weeks since I’ve brought out the glitter, which can mean only one thing…it’s GLIT... more
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Your Weekend To-Do List: Shop Your Heart Out & DIY Gifts Everyone Will Love You For
Here’s a little basic physics we picked up: for every gleeful two-day workweek, there is an equal and opposite five-day week immediately after. Makes sense, right? And while it’s true that most of our emails were auto-responded to ... more
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Your Weekend To-Do List: Win $1000, Make 105 Cocktails, and Let Your Dog Drive
We love a good list, which you’ve probably noticed because they’re all over our site. Evidently, Barbara Walters, perhaps one of the most simultaneously lampooned and adored broadcasters of all time, does too, as she recently announced ... more
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Your Weekend To-Do List: The Ultimate Guide to A Truly Superlative New Years
You made it through your Uncle’s extremely long explanation of his thrilling refinancing saga and your mom’s annual attempt not to overcook the roast (she tries, she really does). But now? All you really want to do is get dressed up, gr... more
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The BGG To-Do List: Wake Up & Fight
The ball dropped, “Auld Lang Syne” was sung, and champagne headaches were acquired. After combing the confetti out of our hair, we found ourselves in a strange and hostile place: the other side of the New Year. So, we did what we always... more
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The BGG To-Do List: Homemade Belgian Waffles, Friendly Tattoos, & the Official Globes Drinking Game
Yesterday we read an article somewhere that talked about the fact that the media has been eerily silent when it comes to this crazy bad flu outbreak. We're not sure if the author of said article has been living under a rock or what given that t... more
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DIY: Make a Memorable First Impression (VIDEO)
This article was graciously contributed by one of our favorite bloggers, Glitter 'N Glue. Personalized welcome mats are genius! There’s no better way to bring a little personality to your doorstep. I’m loving this project, a... more
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The BGG To-Do List: Buy Jeans That Reduce Cellulite, Win Money, and Get Your Sh*t Together
You’ve got a three-day weekend ahead of you, so we’ll keep this short and sweet while you bide your time until 5 p.m. Fact is: We were finally getting into the rhythm of this whole five days of work/school thing, but no matter—we&... more
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DIY J.Crew-Inspired Statement Necklace (VIDEO)
This article was graciously contributed by one of our favorite websites, Glitter 'N Glue. I have a ridiculous amount of brooches. Seriously, I collect brooches like I wear them everyday…with a scarf…pinned to one shou... more
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BGG Weekly To-Do List: Your New Favorite Bag, Mad Men Teasers, and The Craziest App Yet
January is coming to a close—and what a long, strange trip it’s been. It’s still f-ing cold outside (Except in L.A.! Sorry, nation), everyone’s still sick, Blackberry is making a comeback (?), and it turns out that the Manti... more
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The BGG To-Do List: The Next Dessert Craze, a New Cocktail, & the Perfect Single Ladies Brunch
We don't know if it was post-Super Bowl doldrums, pre-Valentine’s Day anxiety, or just "we have to work for a living...forever" depression, but for us this week was sort of weird! We’re totally ready to see it go, and to turn o... more
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DIY: "Love" Bracelet
This article was graciously contributed by one of our favorite websites, Glitter 'N Glue. Now, we all know how much I love a nice piece of chunky statement jewelry, but sometimes, something dainty, delicate, and demure is all you need. I&rsqu...; more
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The BGG To-Do List: 50 Home DIY Projects, A Romantic Sloth, And THE Oscars Drinking Game
We recently took a look at our calendar and realized something troubling: with the holidays and Valentine’s Day long gone and only St. Patrick’s Day (a mediocre holiday at best) on the horizon, there’s nothing built into the calen... more
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VIDEO: DIY Oscars-Worthy Maxi Dress (From Curtains!)
This article was graciously contributed by one of our favorite websites, Glitter 'N Glue. Last year for the Oscars, I wrapped two yards of fabric around my body to attend the US Weekly Magazine Oscars viewing party. Seriously. My homema... more