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Life on the Zig Zag…

May 14, 2013

To celebrate my fancy new theme song, multiplied youtube channel subscribers and the bountiful ‘like-y love’ I’ve received on my new facebook page I’m offering the final copies from the first print run of my little book baby for a mere €16 within Germany & €19 Internationall!  *includes registered shipping

…and just what is included in that fabulous price?

1. My completely self-produced full-colour book containing over 50 detailed refashion tutorials & featuring an über convenient Wire-O binding

2. A totally unique chosen-just-for-you-to-get-started-refashioning item that can be used to create at least 2 of the tutes in the book

3. A personalized message handwritten & signed by the author added to your copy =O)

4. A fantastic €1.00 donation from every book sold to Designers Against Aids

5. Purty wrapping & packaging by moi

6. Insured, registered worldwide shipping

 …a brilliant steal of a deal! Simply click here to purchase and I’ll have your fancy schmancy book signed, packaged up with a groovy get-you-started-refashioning item and sent on its way a.s.a.p!

…but wait, there’s an exclusive bonus for book-buyers!

Get your copy of Confessions of Refashionista: Life on the Zig Zag before June 1/2013 & you’ll be entered  to win the fabulously one-of-a-kind refashioned by moi and printed with my groovy Sewing Geek design t-shirt pictured above…wheee!

Still unsure? Check my book-baby reviews

Already have a copy of my beauteous book?

Let everyone know what you think of it in the comments below…

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Amazing Anna Strikes Again…

May 9, 2013

Ya’ll remember Anna, the original Knitting Nerd herself, from our fabulous swap last year, right? Well, as she wanted a completely-unique-me-designed shirt I was lucky enough to be able to once again trade my talents for hers & score some more incredible Anna-creations:

Zing Zang Zooie! Any guesses who those spectacular knitted dolls are?

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all kinds of awesome…

May 7, 2013

1. I have a theme song      2. I have a trailer      3. wheeee!

Isn’t that freaking brilliant?!

…feel free to click the subscribe button(s) at the end to have all of my crafty webisodes delivered straight to your inbox

*Music, lyrics & video created by the completely fabulous Ryan of customdrumloops (graphics by moi)

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The Belle (Monde) of the Ball..

April 23, 2013

Ya know what’s even more awesome than a fantastic swap? The groovilicious (international) friendship that grows out of it!

Once again I’ve been incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to trade some of my quirky creations for a load of completely freaking fabulous handmade gear…and just who was my spectacular swap-buddy this time?

The beautiously brilliant Bekka of Belle Monde Handmade. This hilarious chick is an absolute crochet queen…& as I am completely crochet challenged (but love all things crochet!) I am all a’tingle with the contents of my package:

…seriously…beautiful! – & fab’ with just about any outfit…but the best part of this glorious boho poncho?

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My Hair Hero(ine)

March 9, 2013

Trying to find a good hair stylist in Berlin is like bouncing through a minefield on a pogo-stick: impossible to do without blowing yourself up! I’ve tried every type of salon imaginable, from über expensive froufroushishi exotic coffees & head massages included to take-a-number 10 minutes under the scissors and yer done cheapies with the exact same result: gruff n’ grouchy service & a cut I didn’t ask for causing explosions of frustration until grown out…

Happily my hair havoc has finally ended thanks to the discovery of the How-to Hair Girl:

An amazingly wonderful wealth of knowledge to keep your mane marvelous all by yourself! Hair goddess extraordinaire, the superbly rockin’ Roxie, presents tips, tricks & techniques on everything from diy colouring, styling and even cutting your own lurvly locks!

I busted out my scissors & gave Ponytail Cut #3 of 5 DIY haircuts to try today a go…

a flawless result! Sincerely! Absolutely perfect layers as promised!

The next time you require a trim (or something more dramatic) be sure to visit the How-to Hair Girl & save yourself a trip to the salon!

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…the webisodes

February 4, 2013

Did ya spy the fancy new button at the top of my sidebar?

That’s right my lovelies…I am now the proud producer of my very own series of diy refashionista webisodes!

In addition to my regular crafty blog posts I’ll be sharing my adventures in upcycling with step-by-step video tutorials featuring everything from clothing & accessory refashions to thriftilicious home decor… a shiny new webisode will be uploaded every Monday!

Enjoy ‘em and I’ll catch ya on the zigzag!

waddaya think?

Pop over to my channel & subscribe with a simple click of  the button!

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(hand)making a Mensch T in Berlin

February 1, 2013

Have you ever wondered how we create our groovy Mensch T’s? Well put away your ponderings and feast your eyes on the fancy schmancy new video that reveals our handmade process:

…plus I’m tickled pink to introduce my latest craftilicious designs:

and…

To get your own hand-made-just-for-you-in-Berlin-by-me-and-my-handsome-hubby Crafty Nerd shirts simply click here.

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Tante Uschi’s Schatzkiste

January 19, 2013

I’ve written so many posts about the fantastic items we inherit (& cleverly re-imagine) from Great Auntie Uschi that I thought it was time to introduce the fabulous woman herself:

Wasn’t she a stunner?

…Tante Uschi’s not only incredibly stylish but also extremely kind hearted & generous. She delights in seeing all of the offbeat creations we come up with from what she calls her “alter Krimskrams” (old rubbish), the latest heirloom to be passed down to us?

This glorious hand carved African Schatzkiste (treasure chest)…phenomenal!  …and the best part? It was full of “alter Krimskrams”! Wanna see some treasure?

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Kawaii!

January 12, 2013

After 6 groovy years living in Tokyo I have quite a fondness for all things Japanese. As luck would have it, my thrifty-mojo kicked into high gear & sent me the fabulous Heather of the lovely Leopardstripes Designs with an opportunity to trade a copy of my book for some vintage kimono remnants:

seriously stunning!

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the sweetest thing(s)

January 2, 2013

Remember that funky necklace I created for the adorkable Anna of Riuso Creativo in exchange for one of her fabulous crocheted dolls? Well my lurvlies, the gorgeous gal has arrived, with a few über cute surprises, and she is beyond amazing!

I had asked Anna to make her for my munchkin, with similar blue eyes & blond hair. Little did I know the phenomenally fantastic creation her clever hands would come up with…I was even (oh-so-momentarily) struck speechless when I opened the package!

This marvelous moppet is nearly as tall as my lil’ girlie & has the softest blond curls…perfect for snuggling with!

she also included a pair of ultra cozy completely fabulous button-ring-gloves for mommy…

and this spectacular beaded hanger (which now houses my favourite vintage dress)

A massive munchkin cuddle to Anna for her stupendous creativity and awe-inspiring knitting skills! Grazie Mille!

Visit Anna’s fancy bilingual blog, Riuso Creativo, for loads of groovy upcycling ideas (+ knitting patterns)  and stop by her incredibly reasonably priced online shop & pick up a wonderful handmade bargain!

Check out her lurvly reaction all the swaptastic goodies I created & sent here.

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