The best part about refashioning (aside from the numerous eco-benefits) is creating completely unique looks that showcase individual style. As my kiddo is now old enough to choose her own upcycling ingredients + request very …
Stripey for #ThriftyThursday
Who loves clothing swaps and vertical stripes? I do! (you can probably guess where this preloved outfit was scored, amiright?) Check out the full look and grab the details behind my fab freebie outfit on Stripey …
The 80s on #ThriftyThursday
I spent my kiddo and teen years in that weird and wonderful decade of the 1980s and find it absolutely hilarious that I’m now thrifting and refashioning those silky, semi-sheer dresses that I thought were …
The Cold Shoulder on #ThriftyThursday
Shoulder cut-outs have been everywhere in the fashion world this year and are even a hot trend for fall/winter (stay tuned for my upcoming cold shoulder sweater tute). I managed to thrift a top straight out …
Overalls on #ThriftyThursday
Everyone should have at least one comfy pair of throw-on-and-go overalls: Overalls come in a such a fab variety styles and fabrics nowadays they can easily be dressed up or down or something inbetween! Discover …
Playsuits on #ThriftyThursday
My love for jumpsuits is well known and I’m always on the hunt for those comfy all-in-one beauties while thrifting. While jumpsuits are awesome for cooler weather they completely lose their comfy-ness when temperatures rise …
June Refashion Challenge: Upcycled Summer Style
Summer has (kind of) begun in Toronto which means it’s time to get refashioning and creating groovy new gear for those soon-to-come sweltering days! Grab some groovy inspiration for this June Refashion Challenge: Upcycled Summer …
Easy DIY Velvet Top Tutorial with Contrado Custom Printing
I’ve been wanting to get some custom printed fabric for ages and after literally months of research, comparisons and too many choices I finally decided to trust ContradoUK with my groovy designs. (They also have a North American …
April Refashion Challenge: Colourful Upcycles
Dye isn’t just for eggs this week! Liven up your wardrobe for spring and summer with a few of my top tips for dyeing and bleaching clothing + a few fab refashionista tutorials too for …
How to DIY a bodice and upsize a dress
Extend the life of your kiddo’s prized frock (or your own) and create a truly unique wardrobe fave with my simple how to DIY a bodice and upsize a dress tutorial: Discover just how easy it …