How to mend a hole in a vintage dress

I scored a stunning swinging 60s dress that fit like a glove at a recent swap. Unfortunately it had a couple of holes on the tummy area, fortunately I was able to fix them up …

DIY Sweater Dress Tutorial – An Upsizing Refashion

Got a sweater that’s just too short and another one that’s simply too tight? Transform them into a cozy dress with my DIY Sweater Dress Tutorial – An Upsizing Refashion: Grab the groovy tute below …

Upcycled DIY Refashioned Holiday Dress

The best part about refashioning (aside from the numerous eco-benefits) is creating completely unique looks that showcase individual style. As my kiddo is now old enough to choose her own upcycling ingredients + request very …

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 …

Spooky Refashioned Vintage Dress for Halloween

I scored a fantastically dowdy (and oh-so-creepy) vintage dress at a clothing swap last spring and then promptly tucked the eerie thing away until it was time to get creating for Halloween: Check out the …

No Waste Vintage Dress Refashion + DIY Fabric Belt Tute

Even though my to-be-refashioned vintage dress collection is already (more than) a bit too full I couldn’t resist getting this super soft 1970’s beauty: I loved the fabric, colour and details of this faux denim …

Embroidered Vintage DIY Dress Tutorial

Beautifully embroidered dresses never go out of style but are a major investment to purchase brand new and can rarely be found while thrifting. Thankfully my refashionista brain came up with a fabulous way to …

Pretty in Purple for #ThriftyThursday

Lovely lilac and lavender rank high among my fave colours. Unfortunately I rarely find those happy hues while thrifting. Fortunately when I do manage to spy a perfectly purple garment it’s usually vintage and easily …