I love all things shiny and sparkly but find a lot of the glittery bits I discover at the thrift shop to be quite matronly and not at all my style. Thankfully it’s a snap …
Simple No Waste Tips for a Sustainable New Year
Having lived in eco-friendly Europe and Asia for 22 years means that recycling, upcycling and being a concious consumer are completely natural to me so I was shocked and disappointed to discover the exact opposite …
NYE Sparkle for #ThriftyThursday
I haven’t gone out for New Year’s Eve in a decade and am usually tucked into bed long before the clock strikes midnight so I’m more than a bit anxious about (possibly) leaving my comfy …
Easy Refashioned DIY Maxidress Tutorial
Raid your closet and transform that unworn blouse and frumpy frock into a fabulous maxidress in minutes with my simple step-by-step DIY video! Create your perfect holiday outfit from items you already have at the …
Foolproof Dairy and Gluten Free Cupcakes
According to my doctor the combination of getting older, a “late-age” pregnancy, undergoing treatment for cancer twice + various possible inherited allergies and health issues means I’m forced to have a rather limited diet to …
Easy DIY Skirt Waistband – a vintage sequin dress refashion
I scored an absolutely stunning vintage sequin dress at the thrift shop: Unfortunately it was backless, fit awkwardly, was super heavy and very uncomfortable. Fortunately transforming it into a fabulous skirt was pretty darn simple! …
No Sew DIY Retro Glam Fanny Pack Belt Bag
Whip up an awesome retro fanny pack in seconds without sewing a stitch! You just may have all of the ingredients for my No Sew DIY Retro Glam Fanny Pack Belt Bag so raid your …
Thrifty Easy DIY Faux Fur Bag Tutorial
Create a plush new purse from that thrifted vintage score in no time with my thrifty easy DIY faux fur bag tutorial: That fabulous bag cost less than $2 to make with a couple of bits …
How to spot vintage while thrifting + no sew DIY tips
To help you add some authentic vintage style to your ecofashion wardrobe I thought it would be fab to revisit my groovy 2016 interview with thrift-style guru Preloved Chica! Discover my simple tricks for how to …
My easy vintage velvet dress refashion
That vintage velvet dress was one of the fab frocks left in the basement closet for me by my groovy landlady. The sleeves and golden embroidered shoulder details are fantastic however the fit and length are less …