#goth diy tutorial

[vampire-meta-knight]

Hey, don't cry. Gather some fabric scraps, matte Mod Podge, a paintbrush, a hot glue gun, some cool trim, and a lampshade that needs a makeover. Cut the scraps and iron them, then paint Mod Podge on the lamp and stick the scraps onto it in sections until it's completely covered, tucking edges under the lampshade rim. Carefully paint Mod Podge overtop of all the fabric and let it dry. Hot glue any edges that still need tucked or didn't stick as well, and then hot glue the trim around the edges of the lampshade, finishing with a folded edge on the trim for a clean look, okay?

(This only took about an hour and a half and was super fun! My victim was a thrift store lamp.)

[draculiza]

jeans to y2k/tripp inspired skirt ݁ ˖ִ ࣪✩₊ ⊹˚

I thrifted some jeans recently, not knowing if they would fit me, but buying it anyway bc 1) it was €1 and 2) if it didn't fit I could surely make something with it.

turns out it was wayyy too small 😂 so I decided it would be perfect to make one of those tripp/y2k skirts with!

firstly I cut off the legs just above the crotch. I then tried it on, found it was too tight still, and added two strips of leftover fabric on either side. it fits perfectly now!

then I cut the remaining pant legs in even strips and connected them all to make one long strip. I folded ruffles of 5cm along the length, and sewed it in place before I sewed it onto the bottom of the skirt!

and just like that, I have a new skirt 𓆩♡𓆪 I might add some strips with d rings on it once I figure out the placement ^_^ but for now it's done

[dark-comforts]

Source: Pinterest, TrashToCouture

(Sidenote: her blog also has some interesting tutorials for goth/alt-adjacent clothes, like this lace choker or a lace slip dress)

[louniey]

Real proud of this T-shirt print I just made! It’s the band horror vacui which are one of my favorites right now

For anyone interested: I printed out a picture of the picture and then put tape on both sides to make the paper stencil not as fragile when cutting, then I cut out the stencil and glued/taped it on the T shirt with a piece of cardboard underneath so it doesn’t bleed thru, then I just used a little sponge to press on about 3 layers of white fabric paint!

[fromkriswithlove]

Happy Valentines day everyone! I've recently made this tutorial if you'd like to make these sweaters 💝 I hope you all enjoy it and crochet your hearts out 💓

[pastelbatcave]

So melting tights were a thing and i didn’t know about it til literally just now… I couldn’t find any trustworthy websites that you can buy them but I found two diy vids if anyone wants to try giving it a shot

[gothethite]

Made a spooky necklace last night so thought I'd make a tutorial of it, it took about 20 minutes:

1: To make this I used 1 spider pendant, 2 jump rings, 2 split rings, 1 lobster clasp, scissors, needle and black thread, and spider trim I got last halloween.

2: First, cut the ribbon to about the right length. You want it to go around your neck with maybe a 1.5cm gap for the clasp and attachments.

3: get one of the split rings. The ribbon I'm using is uhhh not great quality to say the least (the eternal problem of trying to make a thing that will last years from halloween items designed to be used once) so instead of looping it through the gaps in the ribbon I'm sewing it in place in the thickest bit of the material I can find. To do this, I'm just looping circles of thread between the centre of the spider and the split ring.

4: Continue this about 20 times until it's steadily held in place then tie the thread off.

5: Attach the lobster clasp/whatever other clasp you're using to the second split ring, then do step 3/4 again to attach the second split ring to the other side of the ribbon. Now, the overall structure is complete.

6: Add the pendant: I did this quite differently to how I usually do this (more discussion at the end) as the halloween spiders ribbon is so fragile and loves to tear apart. So I attached 2 split rings to the pendant, then used the same method as step 3/4 to sew the ends of the split rings onto the two spiders on each side of the pendant to distribute the weight. And that's it!

Here are 2 other necklaces I made with basically the same method. The other two are just hung on with split rings because 1: the ribbons are much sturdier, so I wasn't as worried about wear from movement 2: split rings are probably better for this because they'll scratch the ribbon less at the opening (currently having to redo an old project because I made some bad jump ring and ribbon decisions) and are less likely to fall off, but I had spent the afternoon hitting my thumb with a hammer so really could not be bothered opening split rings lol. Also, the spider with the skull on the thin ribbon is held closed with a safety pin because I was out of lobster clasps when I made it, so that's also an option. Then the last picture is me today with the necklace

[vampbloodx]

Goth Jacket DIY Tutorial

-Goth DIY Tutorials Number 2-

(Beginner Friendly!)

Not so much a tutorial but I wanted to share an easy way to make any jacket (or anything with a collar really) into a more gothic look!

I freehanded this with some Speedball white screen printing ink, but you can use fabric paint, acrylic paint with a fabric painting medium, or just straight up acrylic if you don’t mind the chance of cracking/peeling

[gothiccharmschool]

I have a 16 almost 17 year old who wants to start dressing goth/punk, and I'm all for it, I just don't...know...how...to help? I'm not a fashion person, my fashion is funny tee shirts and jeans, and I want to help but I don't know HOW. Do you have sort of a ...starter list of shops or types of clothes or anything? TL;dr -- tee shirt Mom needs help pls

Firstly, you are an AWESOME mom.

Ask your kid what style of goth they're interested in; ask them for images, links, anything. Goth/punk fashion is a vast umbrella for all sorts of different things. No matter what they show you, remember that goth/punk fashion doesn't have to be from "subculture" stores - avoid places like Killstar, Dolls Kill (ESPECIALLY AVOID THEM), Shein, etc. A lot of the basics are things you can find at any big-box mainstream store (or Amazon); for speciality items, shops like Foxblood, Lively Ghosts, and Die With Your Boots On are great. And don't forget resale sites! eBay, Poshmark, Depop, etc. However, some recommendations for goth/punk basics:

Oversized black shirts - tshirts, button ups, tunics, whatever. All of these can be customized by cutting off collars, sleeves, adding slashes, adding safety pins, adding lace or ribbons ... you get the idea.

Black leggings.

A black duster. Lace, satin, velvet, cotton, rayon, whatever. You can find some amazing ones by searching for "black beach cover up" on Amazon.

Fishnet tights - cut off the feet, cut out the crotch, and boom! Instant fishnet shirt to wear under other things.

Belts. No matter the gender presentation, wearing an interesting belt will make the outfit more striking. There are all sorts of faux corset belts out there (which are my personal preference), but layering a bunch of different belts is also a great look.

Boots! While there are a LOT of specialty gothy boots out there, black boots in a style like the original Dr. Marten's boots are a classic for a reason.

With those things as a foundation, your teen can start enhancing and customizing their look with accessories - necklaces, bracelets, pins, (this is where thrift stores and mainstream mall stores can be helpful - layer on all the necklaces you can find from Ross or TJ Maxx!), or shawls, scarves, plain blazers they customize, etc. Antimony and Lace has great project tutorials. This Gothic Charm School articles that may also be useful:

Gothy DIY Tools - the Essentials

[vampire-meta-knight]

Goth DIY: Altered Clothing part 2 (final part)

Part 1

This part will be shorter since we have less to cover. But it's still a long post, so I'm putting it under a cut.

Skirts and dresses! The last two dresses and green skirt took the most sewing, but the first dress was as simple as sewing studs on the neckline. The black velvet skirt was altered a bit more to fit me, as it was originally a skirt that had small pleats at the top that made the skirt cling to my stomach and flare out further down, which wasn't flattering on me, so I cut that part off and added a new waistband to get a circle miniskirt, then added lace trim to the hem for extra cuteness and a fancy touch.

Attaching skirts to a crop top is an easy way to make a dress if you don't want to sew one from scratch, but the waistlines did turn out a little wonky, so I use a belt or cardigan to hide that. I also sew a thin line of elastic onto the skirts to gather them before sewing them to the top to make it a little easier and to maintain stretch, since these dresses just pull on. I also don't hang them by the tops, but by draping them through a hanger to avoid stretching out the tops because the skirts are a little heavy (at least mine are, since I added so much to them).

For the green skirt, I added triangular inserts called "godets" to make the skirt flare out, since it was too tight before and didn't swish. I like a good swish.

The skirt with all the lace and pins and grommets and nonsense was one of my earlier projects, so it has three mistakes which I implore you to avoid. One: I didn't line the fabric loops up with the waistband very well, so they look crudely tacked-on. Two: I didn't add any fray check to the holes I made for the grommets, so they stretched out and the grommets are no longer attached to the fabric, just floating there on the ribbon. Three: I didn't stretch the skirt as I sewed on the lace, so now it doesn't stretch in that area; it still fits my waist, but I have to fight with it to get it over my hips. The design is still cute, but I would definitely do it better if I were to make it nowadays.

The half-and-half skirt only has a small alteration, which was actually to make it fit rather than to change how it looked. You see, sometimes you order something online in the same size you always wear from that brand, and sometimes that thing ends up running small and has no stretch. When that happens, when the skirt almost fits you and is just so close to buttoning all the way, get yourself a waistband extender. I made one, but you can also buy them. It's just a piece of elastic with a button on one side and a button hole on the other. Put that on, and BAM! The skirt (or pants) fit you. They won't quite zip up all the way, and it is a noticeable change, so I made a cute lace-covered patch to cover up that alteration so you can't tell I changed anything about it at all.

Now onto the sweaters. I love wearing sweaters in winter, but there seems to be a shortage of goth ones. Nothing a few safety pins and lace trim can't handle! The first three only have safety pins added to them. The coffin ones were done the same way I did my sweatshirts, but this was before I knew about fusible interfacing for appliques, so they got a little wrinkled and don't look as nice. I have a better method now, as detailed in the post I linked. The fabrics were all Halloween fat quarters from Walmart, and I found a picture of a coffin on Google Images as a base to cut out the right shape.

All of these sweaters were thrifted except the two solid black ones with pins--the first one came from Walmart, and the second one was given to me by my mom. Sweaters are plentiful at thrift stores, and they don't even have to be black to be turned into something goth.

That's all of my altered clothing so far, unless there's anything I'm forgetting! Which there easily could be, because I shared about forty garments O-O

I'll share the jewelry I've made next, and then the clothes I've sewn from scratch! This will come sometime in the future, though, because it took awhile to find everything, take pictures of it, and then write about it. And between you and me, I've made a LOOOOOT of jewelry and clothing, so give me some time. As I said in the last post, feel free to message me if you want more detailed instructions or ideas. I'm always happy to help!

Stay crafty!

[boldlygayingwherenogayshavegayed]

Although I do agree that the concept that "goth/punk/alt styles is expensive" is bs, I don't like how people act as if it's cheap.

A lot of posts are like "just diy, it's that easy!" and completely ignore that even if someone somehow manages to acquire all the materials required for cheap (which isn't a given to begin with), it takes a lot of skill and time and energy. And if you don't have the skills, it takes MORE time and energy to acquire.

Time and energy are not cheap. For some people more than others. For some people, it's not even really feasible. I think it's kind of dismissive and people who are used to making stuff don't really realise how difficult it can be for people who aren't.

Also, some things aren't easy to make yourself. There are garments that you can't really make by yourself in a week? Obviously the alternative isn't to buy overpriced shit from dubiously sourced brands but like. "Make it yourself, there's YouTube tutorials" isn't always super helpful (especially if you're not in the US).

[dark-comforts]

Source: Pinterest, Instructables (by PenfoldPlant)

[thelivingdeaddd]

What's your biggest piece of advice for baby emos??

get ready for a huge text block

1. music is THE MOST important part of the subculture. there's a lot of debate about what is or is not emo, specifically bands like mcr, ptv, fall out boy, ect are considered "poser" emo and "overrated" but I don't agree. emo or not those bands are extremely influential to the subculture. that being said other bands are also just as in need of recognition! my favorite emo bands are: alesana, silverstein, story of the year, black veil brides, a day to remember, a skylit drive, blessthefall, of mice and men, taking back sunday, and senses fail!!

2. clothes aren't what makes you emo, but it's definitely a huge part of the subculture. back in the 2000s emo kids were said to be "obsessed with how they look." band shirts are a staple, studded belts too (though they can get expensive if you shop at hot topic so I recommend hitting a thrift store or a second hand place like Facebook marketplace, making your own is also always an option!!) skinny jeans, beaten up converse or vans (bonus points if they have song lyrics on them) gloves, zip up jackets, messy eyeliner, other band merch, and spikey bracelets are all staple pieces.

3. DIY!!! emo was dead the second people thought a $25 tshirt from shein made you emo. emo is rooted in shitty sharpie tshirts and stitch work. YouTube is a wonderful place to find diy tutorials if you're just starting out

4. moral standpoints. emo is short for emotional, we're whiney little shits lolol. being open about the fact that you're sad or mentally ill and embracing it is what emo is about, we're a subculture made for losers who feel like they don't belong because we're not mentally sound. we made our own place to belong. lots of emo lyrics are about trauma and how we overcome it and giving hope to teenagers everywhere. because we're a subculture full of misfits, we welcome all types. gays, trans people, poc, poor people, ect. there's absolutely zero room for bigotry.

5. yt channels! a really great way to get involved almost immediately. some of these are modern and some from 16-17 years ago, go check out these channels! baileyheintzelman, TheLosersFromNowhere, AmberKatelynBeale, emoworldtv, The Punk Rock MBA, acidmilk, and KERRANG podcast (they have a lot of good band interviews)

6. what is NOT emo. emo has been watered down so incredibly that anyone can claim to be emo if they put on a little eyeliner and some fishnets. bands like rebzyxxx, 6arelyhuman, odetari, and other "scenecore" artists aren't emo or scene. egirls/boys aren't emo. goths and punks aren't emo. and for the love of god tiktok is not the place to learn everything about us

Jesus what a yap sesh.. (￢_￢)

I hope this helped in some capacity!! and welcome to the subculture<33

[cherrygirlystuff]

The Commercialisation of The Punk and Goth Movements

Hey Bestie! 💖 Let’s Talk About How TikTok is Commercializing Punk and Goth Music – Is It a Vibe or a Sellout?

Hey, babe! 🌸 So, we need to have a serious chat. I’ve been seeing so much punk and goth content blowing up on TikTok lately – and while I’m totally here for the aesthetic, I can’t help but wonder: is our beloved punk and goth music getting a little too commercialized? Is it still the rebellious, underground vibe we fell in love with, or is it getting lost in the world of viral trends and sponsorships? Let’s dive into the heart of this and figure out what’s really going on. 🖤✨

Punk & Goth on TikTok – How Did We Get Here? 🕶️

First things first – let’s rewind a bit. Punk and goth music have always been about rejecting the mainstream, embracing the alternative, and expressing yourself in a way that’s raw and real. From the anti-establishment anthems of punk bands to the dark, poetic vibes of goth music, this scene has always been a safe space for misfits and rebels.

But then TikTok happened. And don’t get me wrong, TikTok is amazing for discovering new music and connecting with like-minded people. But it’s also this massive, fast-moving platform where trends explode overnight, and suddenly, something as niche as punk and goth becomes a viral sensation. And with that kind of exposure, the lines between authentic expression and commercial success start to blur.

The Rise of #PunkGoth Aesthetics – Is It All About the Look Now? 👀

Okay, let’s be real – who doesn’t love a killer punk or goth look? Fishnets, combat boots, black lipstick, safety pins, and spiked chokers – it’s a whole vibe! But on TikTok, it seems like the aesthetics are often front and center, sometimes overshadowing the music and the message behind these subcultures.

Creators are blowing up with “How to Dress Punk/Goth” videos, makeup tutorials, and outfit inspo, which is amazing for visibility, but it also begs the question: are we focusing more on the look than on the music and the ethos that started it all? Punk and goth have always been more than just fashion – they’re about expressing yourself, challenging the norm, and staying true to who you are, no matter what.

Brands Jumping on the Bandwagon – Cha-Ching or Cringe? 💸

And of course, where there’s a trend, there are brands trying to cash in. Suddenly, we’re seeing major retailers releasing “punk” and “goth” collections, with perfectly distressed jeans and pre-ripped band tees that cost more than a vintage leather jacket. And while it’s great to have more options, it also feels a bit… off. Punk and goth have always been about DIY, thrifting, and creating your own unique look, not buying a pre-packaged version off the rack.

Plus, let’s not forget about the music. Songs that were once the anthem of the underground are now being used in TikTok ads, brand campaigns, and influencer sponsorships. And while it’s cool to see punk and goth music getting more recognition, it also raises the question: is this the kind of exposure the artists wanted? Or is it just another way for the mainstream to co-opt and commercialize a culture that was never about selling out?

The Good, The Bad, and The Grunge – What’s the Verdict? 🎤

So, where does that leave us? Is TikTok a force for good, helping to spread punk and goth vibes to a new generation, or is it diluting the essence of these subcultures in the name of views and likes?

The Good: TikTok has definitely helped bring punk and goth music to a wider audience. It’s giving new artists a platform to share their music and connect with fans who might never have found them otherwise. It’s also keeping these subcultures alive in a world that’s constantly changing, and that’s pretty cool.

The Bad: On the flip side, the commercial aspect can be a little cringe. When brands and influencers start jumping on the bandwagon, it can feel like the original message and meaning behind punk and goth are getting lost in translation. What started as a rebellion against the mainstream can quickly become just another trend, and that’s where things start to get messy.

Final Thoughts, Babe: Stay True to the Music 🖤

At the end of the day, it’s all about balance. TikTok can be an amazing tool for discovering and sharing punk and goth music, but it’s up to us to keep the spirit of these subcultures alive. That means staying true to the music, the message, and the DIY ethos that make punk and goth so special. Rock that aesthetic, share those sick beats, but remember where it all came from – a place of raw, unfiltered, unapologetic self-expression.

So, next time you’re scrolling through TikTok, take a minute to think about the music behind the trends, and how you can keep that rebellious spirit alive, no matter how commercial things get. Because at the end of the day, punk and goth will always be about more than just a look – they’re a way of life. 💋✨

What do you think, babe? Is TikTok helping or hurting punk and goth music? Let’s chat in the comments – I’m dying to know your thoughts! 💕

[glitteryvampx]

Journey Of a Goth Girl

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WELCOME to my tumblr blog for MY GOTH GIRLIES to look scary cute >;D

·:¨༺ ♱Here is a little list of things you could find here !♱ ༻¨:·

·🕷Goth fashion inspiration

·🕷Makeup tutorials

·🕷Spooky DIY projects for room decor

·🕷Gothic literature and art

·🕷Music recommendations

·🕷 Tips in general ;)

[pastelbatcave]

Tutorial for spiked floral headband, you can try experimenting this method with different sizes or lengths of screw on spikes and flowers too.