DIY Stud & Spike Guides

Tips, tutorials, and inspo for customizing your own clothes, shoes, and bags with studs and spikes. No experience needed.

Tutorial

How to Stud a Denim Jacket: Step-by-Step Beginner Guide

Everything you need to know to add pyramid studs or cone spikes to your denim jacket - no experience required.

Tutorial

How to Put Studs on Any Clothing: The Complete Guide

Jeans, jackets, shoes, bags - learn how to attach prong studs and screw-back spikes to any fabric or material.

Buyer's Guide

The 5 Best DIY Stud Kits for Beginners (2026)

Not sure what to buy? We break down the best starter kits for studding your first jacket, bag, or pair of shoes.

Tutorial

DIY Studded Shoes: Turn Any Pair Into a Custom Statement

Step-by-step guide to adding pyramid studs, cone spikes, or flat studs to sneakers, boots, and flats.

Buyer's Guide

Pyramid Studs vs Cone Spikes: Which Should You Use?

Flat and bold or tall and sharp? We compare the two most popular stud types so you can pick the right one for your project.

Inspo

15 DIY Clothing Customization Ideas You Can Do Today

Quick and creative ways to customize your clothes without spending a fortune - from studs to patches to paint.

Tutorial

How to Use Stud Templates: Perfect Placement Every Time

Our stud placement templates make professional-looking designs easy. Here's exactly how to use them.

Buyer's Guide

What Studs Work on Denim vs Leather vs Canvas?

Not all studs work on all fabrics. Here's a breakdown of what to use on denim, leather, canvas, and more.

Tutorial

Studded Bag DIY: Customize Your Backpack or Purse

Transform a plain backpack or purse into a one-of-a-kind accessory with metal studs and spikes.

Gift Guide

Best DIY Gifts for Teen Girls Who Love Fashion (2026)

Creative, hands-on gift ideas that teen girls will actually use - from stud kits to jewelry making to clothing customization.