DIY - Colorblocked chino

You'll need:

• a pair of (old) chinos (at H&M you can buy really cheap men chinos)
• 4 Oz fabric or craift paint
• Flat paintbrush
• Small plastic tray
• Masking tape

Depending on the length of the pants, measure 12-16 inches from the bottom hem to the calf. Use a long piece of masking tape to tape off one leg. Repeat the step on the other leg, aligning the two to ensure evenness. Squeeze 2 ounces of craft paint into the small tray.

Start painting, using generous amounts of paint. Be sure to get close to the edge of the masking tape for a straight line!

Once the legs have been painted, allow it to dry completely. Turn the pants inside out, tape off a section 6 – 8 inches from the bottom (depending on the fold of the cuff), and paint. Once everything is dry, peel away the tape from the inside and out.

Fold the bottom of pants twice into a cuff. (Side note: the Martha Stewart craft paint will not crack or peel but will may stiffen the fabric)

Ready, set . . . and we men have a new colorblocked chino. And ladies: you may borrow them from your boyfriend ;)

And fashionisto? Did it succeed?

photo: honestlywtf