With all of the excess paper and packaging we have in our recycling bins there’s absolutely zero reason to purchase gift wrap + presenting your gifts in fun, unique (& reusable) packages makes them even …
A Stylin’ Scarves #ThriftyThursday
I have a wee bit of an addiction to scarves. Scarves are my absolute go-to accessory as they can be styled sooooo many different ways + they have the ability to add a bit of …
My DIY Upcycled Refashioned Christmas Blouses
The holiday season is most definitely the busiest time of year for we crafty divas and although there are never enough hours in the day, new DIY traditions always seem to sneak their way into …
My Fave Gluten & Lactose Free Christmas Treat Recipes
My diet has changed radically since being diagnosed with celiac, severe lactose intolerance and IBS (just a few of the less than stellar additions my body has decided to take on as it gets older). Unfortunately, supermarkets …
4 ways to wear a vintage sweatsuit
A few weeks ago I stumbled upon this rather marvelous vintage velour sweatsuit at the charity shop: After a quick ponder and damage check that gorgeous bit of faux velvet history was mine for a …
My upcycled vintage hankie skirt
Whoohoo! Another vintage hankie stashbusting project is complete and it is marvelous darlings! A fabulous floaty maxiskirt that can also be worn as a bandeau dress! Here’s how I made it:
Help me refashion this thrifted vintage dress
You guys came up with soooo many fantastic project ideas for my vintage hankie stash I thought I’d pick your brains once again and have you help me refashion this thrifted vintage dress: It’s a bit …
My Top Tips for Cleaning Thrifted Suede
Brightening up thrifted leather is a relatively simple process however the shaggy nap of second hand suede requires more of a gentle touch: Keep your suede looking fabulous with my top tips for cleaning thrifted suede:
Easy upcycled DIY paper lanterns
Each year in Germany pre-schoolers take part in the Laternelaufen (lantern walk) to celebrate St. Martin’s day in November. This year I volunteered my DIY diva talents at my kiddo’s pre-school to help them create their …
My no sew vintage peplum dress refashion
I am not at all a fan of peplums. Those weird bits of excess waist fabric do less than nothing for my figure and as my torso most definitely does not require a bib I …