My munchkin recently turned 6 (where does the time go???) and requested a Troll-themed extravaganza so I put on my refashionista thinking cap and got work brainstorming just how to create party favours, games, decor …
Is thrifting really unhygienic?
Why the hell do so many people continue to think that the laundered clothing donated to thrift and charity shops is somehow dirtier and less hygienic that a “new” garment that has travelled through many …
DIY Statement Accessories for #ThriftyThursday
Hands up if you have too many bits of broken jewellery, fabric scraps and unworn bling lurking around the house. Grab them all and discover just how simple they are upcycle into fab new outfit …
Easy DIY Beaded Sweater Refashion for St. Patrick’s Day
I’ve come up with a quick and easy project that my Irish ancestors would definitely approve of: Grab my simple hand sewing technique and whip up an Easy DIY Beaded Sweater Refashion for St. Patrick’s Day …
Really easy upcycled thrift shop art
Thrift and charity shops are not only fab sources of unique sustainable ecofashion but are also bursting with quirky bits of decor just waiting to be transformed! Need some new to you gear to spruce …
Thoughts on Thrifting
I am constantly shocked at how many people still have such an incomprehensible aversion to using preloved items. Their reasons range from silly and illogical to just plain bizarre and it’s incredibly disheartening that so …
Instant Upcycled DIY Bracelets
Sift through your jewellery box, raid that junk drawer and whip up a bunch of instant upcycled DIY bracelets! Grab my 2 easy peasy methods for transforming tacky broken necklaces into fab bangles (these also …
Seeing Red for #ThriftyThursday
Is there a colour more emotionally stirring than red? According to colour theorists as red is the hue of fire and blood, it is associated with energy, war, danger, strength, power, determination as well as …
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 …
How To Make Upcycled Ring Pop Bling
My munchkin is becoming quite the mini DIY diva and, unbeknownst to me, had even started her very own crafty stash! We try to create at least one “big” project together every weekend and this …