Whoohoo! My first vintage-hankie-stash busting project is complete! Thrift some pretty handkerchiefs and recreate my upcycled vintage hankie tote for yourself:
My thrifty DIY munchkin room
When we moved in the kiddo’s room was in desperate need of an overhaul: That awful dark red & brown paint job and the moldy walls were soon taken care of with professional products and (about) a …
The First Wardrobe Refashionista Order
You may recall that a while ago I offered to be your personal eco-fashion stylist and create a fabulous new wardrobe just for you at fast fashion prices: Well my lovelies I’m pleased to share my first sustainable …
A Quirky & Cool #ThriftyThursday
If I got a dollar every time I was called “quirky” I’d surely be able to finance my own refashionista television show but alas my quirk is not (yet) compensated so I shall have to keep sharing my …
An easy no sew dress upsize
Why is there so much bloody elastic in this dress?? Elastic under the bust, elastic on the sleeves and even elastic around the hemline! Much better, I can once again breathe and the circulation has …
Sabine’s Thrifty Refashionista DIY Makeover
Welcome to my first completely refashioned (no-budget) DIY makeover! Raid your closet & discover how to easily create an adorable dress & upcycle a pashmina into a quirky cropped kimono jacket + get the DIY …
A Beat the Heat #Thrifty Thursday
A chilly & stormy July has given way to a sweltering & humid August which means hiding indoors as much as I can to save my insanely sensitive skin from the scorching sun. When I must venture …
my DIY upcycled ladder climbing frame + trapeze
I am totally on a roll with my DIY outdoor munchkin toy challenges and have already successfully created an awesome playhouse and superb sandbox by upcycling wooden bits I had stored in attic. The kiddo was desperate …
My upcycled diy bathroom
Do you remember the total blech that was the upstairs bathroom when we moved in? Loads better now, but what about the other end of that narrow, awkwardly shaped room? A massive improvement! (the outside of …
The Top 20 Thrifty Diva Thrifting Tips
You guys shared so many fabulous thrifting tips in my Thrifty Diva Survey they deserve their own post! Discover some groovy new ideas and let’s get thrifting!










