Is there an expression DIT, for Did It Themselves?

The cherry blossoms are blooming, and it's time for all the yinzers to strip down and style up. Need a bag for the beach? Don't settle for that craptastic mass market stuff. It's easy and fun to make your own, or buy one from the many DIY fashionistas who have set up shop online. We're treading into dreaded hipster territory here, but let's remember that androgynous waifs from Williamsburg weren't the first to discover the love in handcrafted goods.

Pictured at left is a bag from Bang!, which is the front for a young Argentinian designer who is fond of stripes, polka dots, and retro cuteness.

I'm quite fond of a bag at The Walrus and the Carpenter. Even the name, Kiwi-Lime-Strawberry-Chocolate Commuter Tote says delicious, yummy spring.

K Adorable is two guys who have a neat subscription service -- you cough up a yearly fee, and you'll get a new t-shirt every month.

Having a real-life dog or cat can be a pain. That's why you should buy stuffed animals from Erin McGill.

Tina Marie Lockwood at Sparkle Craft rocks out with homemade guitar straps, belts and scarves.

Even though the boys haven't caught up with online style, Star Serge throws us a bone with her Boy Racer tie.

If you're into exploring the territory between childlike delight and retardedness, check out the cutesy-poo felt patterns at Chuckles Central.

Buy a handmade cozie to snuggle your 40 oz. malt liquor at Breakdance America.

Explore the big list of handmade online shops at Happy Lucky Me.