a super speedy DIY kiddo dress

Need a quick-as-wink solution for a grumpy gal who simply won’t get dressed? Whip up a fancy new dress in minutes & finally get her clothed & out of the door! onto the lickety split how-to…

A Metallic Thrifty Thursday

I dig all things shiny & most things lacy so was completely thrilled when I discovered this metallic lace t-shirt at the flea market last year… thrifting karma was definitely with me that day as the shirt …

my 10 minute tulle skirt: a dainty DIY

After the success of my crazy cool organza curtain skirt I thought I’d try my hand at a flouncy tulle version… the failed ballerina in me totally digs it! Here’s how to create your own …

A Dainty Thrifty Thursday

I’ve never been accused of being graceful or delicate and as a wee lass was apparently banished from toddler ballet for my bumblingly clumsy shenanigans… but my brief brush with the ballet must have stuck with me …

A Gothic Thrifty Thursday

I’ve always loved goth style (+ the music that goes along with it) & although I’ve yet to have had the pleasure of going full Victorian Gothic I did dabble in a bit of Siouxsie and …

How to refashion a boxy vintage shirt

I thrifted an awesome 1970’s dude shirt, unfortunately it was super wide and super square: Fortunately I was able to easily restyle it to fit perfectly: Here’s how to refashion a boxy vintage shirt: (this …

A Fluorescent Thrifty Thursday

I wasn’t a fan of blindingly bold brights when they were all the rage in the 80’s and I can’t say I’m thrilled they’ve returned… however I simply adore my ultra soft thrifted fluorescent yellow …