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:
A Grey Days #ThriftyThursday
The grey days of winter have definitely arrived in cantankerous Berlin bringing with them the need to layer up in cozy thrifted and refashioned gear! Get the scoop and tute behind my groovy grey ensemble and …
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 …
My top tips for cleaning thrifted leather
Scoring a luxurious leather (or faux leather) item at the thrift shop is fantastic but what do you do when your fab find is in less than stellar condition? Follow my tops tips for cleaning …
A Tights are Alright #ThriftyThursday
I L O V E T I G H T S ! ! As I’m not in possession of legs that go on for days I’ve found that short(er) skirts and dresses paired …
My Easy Upcycled DIY Advent Calendar Wreath
‘Tis definitely the season for creative upcycling and as I wanted to do something a wee bit more special than store-bought for the kiddo’s advent calendar this year, I sorted through my hoarded cardboard stash, raided …
Blogging: Finding Your Inspiration
As with most creative people I’m constantly asked where I find my inspiration and how I keep coming up with new ideas to create and share. The short answer? Off the top of my head, …
A High Waisted #ThriftyThursday
High waisted trousers and skirts have never really made much of an appearance in my wardrobe. I chalk it up to being a teen in the parachute-pant-loving 80’s and spending most of twenties in the low-riders-paired-with-crop-tops …
How to add pockets to a sweater
A short while ago I asked on my social media if anyone had any DIY obstacles or thrifty refashioning dilemmas they wanted me to tackle and boy oh boy did you guys answer! After wading …