As thrift shops are stuffed with funky second hand treasures just waiting to be given a new life I knew I’d have no problem finding a few lamps to bring some much needed light into …
No Sew DIY PomPom Curtains
My tiny studio is slowly but surely coming together and I’ve discovered that removing ancient layers of wallpaper certainly takes loads of time and elbow grease but it’ll all be worth it sooner than later. …
3 simple DIY chair makeovers
Refurbishing old furniture is never as difficult as I imagine it will be. Time consuming? Yup. Frustrating? Oh, absolutely! But rarely is it ever actually problematic or strenuous – waiting impatiently for the paint to …
Easy no sew upcycled vintage hankie art
A crazy easy bit of unique DIY decor + all of my vintage hankie stash busting tutes too! Create some easy no sew upcycled vintage hankie art with my quick video tute:
A quick vintage vanity makeover + how to reupholster a seat
Unfortunately relocating internationally meant I had to leave most of my lovingly restored vintage and antique furniture behind in Berlin, fortunately I’m slowly but surely replacing it and furnishing my new Toronto home with upcycled …
My DIY Upcycled Copper Pipe Clothing Rack
The nightmare horror show that resulted from having to rent a house sight unseen from abroad from what turned out to be the landlord (& realtor) from hell is finally over and I’m happy to …
How to reupholster a wing back chair
I’ll soon be sharing the misadventures of my international relocation as well as the trials and tribulations that come with restarting in Canada after over 20 years spent living abroad but let’s kick off my …
My Upcycled DIY Refashionista Studio
Purging, packing, selling and donating in preparation for our big international relocation is well under way so I thought I’d better hurry up and share my upcycled DIY refashionista studio tour before it all gets …
Thrifty Decor for #ThriftyThursday
It’s completely unnecessary to break the bank when decorating your home. With a bit of imagination and a trip to the thrift shop (or even a hunt through the recycling bin) you can have the …
Sharing my stash for #ThriftyThursday
I’m often asked how I store (and keep track of) my ever-growing refashionista stash of vintage and thrifted goodness making it a perfect theme for Thrifty Thursday! Take a peek at my thrifted, upcycled and …