When I decided to return to Canada after over 2 decades living abroad I had no idea how challenging the reverse culture shock would be or how problematic, lengthy and bizarre the never-ending bureaucratic process of getting …
Simple No Sew Vintage Blouse Refashion
Thrift and charity shops are bursting with frumpy blouses just begging to be refashioned. Luckily most people don’t see the amazing potential and blow right past those dowdy retro beauties: Check out just how easy …
May Refashion Challenge: Outdoor Upcycles
With the weather finally starting to warm up in Toronto my refashionista thoughts are turning towards creative transformations and funky re-makes for time spent enjoying the outdoors. Let’s revisit a few of my fave step-by-step backyard (& …
A very easy upcycled DIY knickknack shelf
Don’t pass up that less than stellar spice rack at the thrift shop! Transform it into a very easy upcycled DIY knickknack shelf in minutes with my trash to treasure tutorial! Create your own quick, …
Star Wars on #ThriftyThursday
One of my earliest memories is seeing the original Star Wars in the theater with my big bro so it’s no surprise that I my fave tees are quirky Star Wars mash-ups: May the 4th …
Easy DIY Yarn Doll Weatherman Party Favors
The pet rock guest gifts I created for the kiddo’s previous bday party were such a hit I just had to come up with something just as awesome for her first birthday celebration in Canada: How …
#LovedClothesLast
Fashion Revolution’s short film #LovedClothesLast encourages us all to consume less, care for and appreciate the garments we have and mend and make do whenever possible. This beautifully shot film shares an intriguing look at mass production, consumerism …
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 …
Yellow for #ThriftyThursday
I have a love/hate relationship with the colour yellow. I often discover fab sunshine coloured tops and dresses while thrifting but when I hold them up for a look in the mirror my face automatically becomes …
Jumpsuit to Harem Pants No Sew Refashion
I thrifted a funky jumpsuit before we left Berlin and then promptly forgot about it until I discovered it packed away at the bottom of a box a few months later. Unfortunately when I tried …