3 Genius Uses for Clip-On Earrings

Clip-ons get a bad rap. They're considered the fuddy-duddy, stuffy accessories relegated to the way bottom of the thrift store bargain bin. Sure, they can press so hard that your ears go numb, or even turn a teensy bit blue (yep, learned this the hard way). But they have lots of awesome uses that don't involve torturing your earlobes! Here are 3 ways to put 'em to work. 

Shoe Clips

Mint green pumps are already pretty adorable, but delightfully gaudy flower earrings took them to a whole new level. They're a bit ladies-who-lunch, in a very fun way. I felt fancier the instant I slipped into these shoes.

Cardigan Clips

Channel your inner bookworm with a set of sweater clips embellished with vintage necklaces. These add a fun, kitschy librarian vibe. Zandra and Karen at Little Yellow Couch devised this fabulous craft. I'm in love with the finished product. Get the how-to here.

Magnets

Who doesn't want a blinged-out fridge? Maybe the shiny faux jewels will distract from the fact that I have seven different half-used, borderline moldy mustards inside. These beauties are from 3BeadDesigns on Etsy, but you can also make your own. Just affix a magnet with some epoxy glue. (This trick works with buttons, too!)