Fab fabric Frames (& a holler for help)

Remember that glorious load of kimono remnants I snagged in exchange for a copy of my book-baby? …here’s my latest kawaii creation: two lovely frames worthy of displaying my refashioning heroines (Grandma & Tante Uschi) …

Zipperdeedooda! DIY Upcycled Zipper Accessories

Remember that sensational sequin top that needed a wee bit o’ love? Take a gander at what I created with the broken zipper: Grab a busted zip & let’s get making my Zipperdeedooda! DIY Upcycled …

Jazzy Jars: Upcycled Diy kitchen storage

What do you get when you cross inexpensive Ikea Förvar storage jars with a cheap n’ cheerful plastic zoo? take a peek at my latest webisode and find out…

The DIY Upcycled Scarfigan & my new channel!

That’s right my lovelies, I am now the proud producer of my very own series of diy refashionista webisodes! In addition to my regular crafty blog posts I’ll be sharing my adventures in upcycling with …

easy DIY embroidered lampshade revamp

I’ve already bamboo’d a lamp and doodled on a couple more so the next oh-so-logical step in my beacon beautifying quest just had to be stitched: Simple yet perky, amiright? Here’s how to make your …

The easy upcycled necktie phone case

I’m a vintage necktie hoarder, but not just the ties, I’ve also amassed quite a collection of necktie ends from my compulsive wristlet making. Thankfully I’ve figured out yet another use for those leftover bits of retro excellence: …

The Cutest Upcycled DIY Denim Cuff

Here’s another quick-yet-oh-so-awesome creation for the adorkable girly on your list: any idea what leftover bits of silliness I used to build this bodacious bangle?

a Refashionista wastes nothing: the diy pant leg bag

Anyone who’s ever reconstructed a garment knows the importance of hoarding stockpiling squirreling away neatly storing the excess bits & pieces for possible future use – even if those around you think you’re completely nuts …