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, …
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 …
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 …
The Decoloured Dress: A no-sew refashion
Take that humdrum black dress from drab to fab with an item found under your sink! Love a fab no sew refashion! Grab the tutorial for my no heat DIY curls right here! Transform your entire …
Baby’s got a brand new upcycled refashionista bag
Any idea what little madam’s fancy new bag was created from? I guarantee you’ll have all of the ingredients lurking around the house so let’s get makin’! Baby’s got a brand new upcycled refashionista bag: