Upcycled Space Girl Costume

The absolute best thing about being a refashionista mommy is having the groovy ability to bring my kiddo’s quirky costume ideas to life! Since scoring a pair of silver LED sneakers at the thrift shop …

Easy DIY No Sew Cardigan Tutorial

What can you do with a shrunken wool sweater? Upcycle it into fab new gear with my easy DIY no sew cardigan tutorial! Grab the crazy simple video tute below and create your own in …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: 80s Molly Ringwald

Anyone who was an artsy teen in the 80s will have watched Pretty in Pink too many times to count. Losing myself in those relatable characters and that amazing fashion definitely helped me survive the …

Easy Vintage Bathroom Cabinet Makeover

Unfortunately our new house didn’t have a bathroom cabinet. Fortunately someone tossed their old one out on garbage day for me to find and upcycle into gorgeous storage for myself! Grab the details behind my …

Easy DIY Leopard Costume

Creating a fiercely fabulous Halloween look for you & your kiddo is a snap with my easy DIY leopard costume! Raid your wardrobe (or hit the thrift shop) and grab your make up bag to …

Very Easy DIY Sleeves

I have a fabulous use for those too tight trousers: Upcycle them into very easy DIY sleeves and create groovy new garments out of that sleeveless gear with my simple video tutorial!

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Natasha Lyonne

I’ve loved Natasha Lyonne since little 80’s me was green with envy that she got to hang out in Pee Wee’s Playhouse. Thankfully I soon got over my jealousy and have enjoyed her quirky characters …

DIY Day of the Dead Skeleton

My kiddo and I love learning about and experiencing cultural traditions from around the world and as she’s become quite fascinated with Dia de los Muertos, when we found a sad and lonely skeleton on the …

Why are thrift stores so expensive?

Why are thrift stores so expensive? Thrift & charity shops are pricing their donations the same and even higher than new unethically produced fast fashion:

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Jennifer Aniston

Anyone who remembers the 90s will have bopped around to this earworm song at least once:  Whether you love or hate it, Friends is a 90’s phenomenon that created memorable characters and iconic fashion …