#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Jenny Slate

Jenny Slate is a hilarious treasure and, back in the day, created and voiced this adorable creature:  If you haven’t discovered her quirky, relatable films and characters then head on over to your favourite …

Mythbusting Preloved: The Truth Behind Secondhand

I’ve heard so many silly and just plain illogical reasons from anti-thrifters for NOT shopping secondhand that I thought a wee bit of an educational video was in order. Meet my amusing cast of characters and …

Easy DIY Faux Fur Vest Tutorial

Refashioning is not only a completely ethical and sustainable way to create your own unique style but it’s also a magnificent method for adding those items you’ve been coveting to your wardrobe for a fraction …

How to update a vintage dress

I am an avid collector of vintage dresses and regardless if it will fit me or not, I rarely pass up a bargain-priced retro frock at the thrift shop so I’ve gotten pretty good at figuring out the …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Jameela Jamil

I want to be Jameela Jamil when I grow up:  From her unwavering body positive activism to her awesome acting talents and zero f*cks given attitude, Jameela is one of the few celebs I …

How to mend & refashion torn clothing

Hooray! You found a fab piece of fashion treasure while thrifting! Booooo! It’s ripped and the fit is less than stellar! Yay! I have a crazy quick and easy fix that will transform that damaged …

DIY Disco Jumpsuit Refashion Tutorial

Who loves sequins and shine but isn’t so impressed with the prices of those groovy garments of bling? Take a peek at how simple it is to create your own unique outfit for pennies from …

The DIY Spring Necklace

Upcycling trash into cool wearable gear is such a rush! When I discovered a huge, lightweight metal spring as part of the packaging of a thrifted toy I knew I could transform it into a …