The easiest DIY shorts ever

It always summer somewhere so why not create a few pairs of The easiest DIY shorts ever for the munchkin (or yourself) out of those squares of light weight fabric hiding in your stash?

A Fringed #ThriftyThursday

I’ve always had a lurv/hate relationship with fringe. Growing up on the Canadian prairies meant my fair share of countrified outfits sporting those strings & tassels that seemed to catch & grab onto just about everything & …

my awesome diy overalls

Nothing says “effortless casual style” quite like a comfy pair of overalls: Here’s how to create your own pair of my awesome diy overalls in under an hour:

thrifty copycat: gingham stories

It’s no secret that I’m not much of a fashion-trend-follower & prefer to revel in my own quirky style… BUT I do have a soft spot for unique thrifty outfits so when I saw Ariane’s gingham & floral ensemble …

Shrink That Dress: a DIY Tailoring Tutorial

Make that fab vintage find fit perfectly with my quick how-to: For loads of sustainable style goodness check out my Confessions of a Refashionista e-book series! Simply download & get started creating your own, unique, ethical, …

A 90s Denim #ThriftyThursday

Denim material has been around since the 1500’s but it wasn’t until Bavarian born Levi Strauss made the first pair of blue jeans in 1873 that this fabulous fabric became a wardrobe staple… Every generation …

totally cool DIY tunics – no pattern required

Whew! Our Egyptian (mis)adventure is thankfully over, we are safely home in Berlin & I can share the groovy gear I created for what should have been a relaxing holiday but a series of incredibly unfortunate (& downright unlucky) …

A Kawaii Coatlet How-To: the DIY Kimono Top

Light & airy kimono-esque jackets are everywhere this season and can instantly transform an every day jeans & t-shirt outfit from boring to brilliant: Here’s how to create your own quirky kimono coatlet in a flash:

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 …

Lickety Split Tips: instant shoe storage

My super fast space saving solution for storing your groovy high heel collection!  Buying new is completely unnecessary when you have imagination (+ the load of free refashionista tutorials available right here on my site)! For …