How many of you can relate to that not-so-lovely string 8 year-old me has around my neck? As an 80’s latchkey kid I sported the popular key-on-a-string-so-it-doesn’t-get-lost necklace throughout elementary school – if only I …
What is an average garment worker wage?
Although there are initiatives in Myanmar to improve working conditions, wages are among the lowest in the world. But just what is an average garment worker wage? Meet Thet Thet Zon, she has been working …
July Refashion Challenge: Sustainable Summer Tips
Thinking of starting your sustainable lifestyle journey? The bright warm days of summer make it easy to start new routines and change your habits! Take part in my July Refashion Challenge: Sustainable Summer Tips and …
Let’s talk about Thrifting + Heike’s Refashionista Makeover Part 1
I had so much fun with Heike, the winner of the latest Shop with Sheri contest, that I decided to give her a Refashionista Makeover too! We had such a grand chat about thrifting, fast …
Making a Statement on #ThriftyThursday
Attention grabbing wardrobe pieces have been around for ages and are an absolutely fabulous way to step out in your own unique style! Bright garments and bold accessories are easily scored from the thrift shop …
The Child Labour Experiment
Why is it that what is commonplace and acceptable in the developing countries of the world is so unimaginable in our own society? Millions of children work in the garment industry textile supply chains worldwide …
Before & After DIY Refashionista Studio Tour + Room Makeover & Tutorials
Hooray! It’s time for my before & after DIY Refashionista studio tour + room makeover & tutorials!
Perfect Prints on #ThriftyThursday
Fab prints and patterns are (one of) this thrifty diva’s fave things to hunt down at the thrift shop, thankfully there are always loads to be found! That groovy combination of vintage patterns needed zero …
How to Upsize a Playsuit
Clothing sizes drive me insane and can pretty much be disregarded nowadays. I rarely, if ever, look at size labels – if something looks like it might fit I try it on or just snap …
Upcycled DIY Fanny Pack Belt Bag
Thrift shops, swaps, garage sales (and maybe even your own closet) are bursting with belts and little zippered pouches so why not combine them into groovy new handsfree totable gear? Sift through your wardrobe, put …