My Thrifty Christmas Wish for #ThriftyThursday

The festive holiday season is definitely the time for thinking of others, making a conscious effort to brighten up our own lives and make as many positive plans as possible for the coming new year. Take a …

How to shorten a dress without sewing

Grab my easy no sew trick for shortening those thrifted dresses in a flash + be sure to stick around until the end & have a giggle at my blooper reel from the behind the …

’tis the season for (un)ethical fashion

The season of the consumer is in full swing which means unethical fast fashion brands are throwing too good to be true steals and deals at those wanting shiny new gear for holiday parties, “must-have” …

A Sew Simple #ThriftyThursday

Easy refashions with dramatic results are my absolute fave and if I can reuse an item in a new and clever way I’m one happy refashionista! Can you spot all of the easy peasy DIYs …

An Artsy Fartsy #ThriftyThursday

Although I do like to doodle with a bit of paint on an upcycled DIY canvas now and then, I absolutely do not consider myself an artist but I can pretend and put together a groovy thrifted …

A Dressed Down Glitter #ThriftyThursday

I recently thrifted a package of 7(!) handknit vintage sweaters online for €1: The person I purchased them from had inherited boxes full of handmade knit gear, yarn and half-finished projects from an elderly relative but …

My cozy DIY flannel shirt dress refashion

When I’m feeling under the weather there’s nothing that I like better than snuggling up in my cozy DIY flannel shirt dress refashion and lounging in bed with a cup of tea and a good book …

Where to shop for ethical brands

Trying to buy new, ethically and sustainably produced gear that won’t drain your bank account is a definite challenge. My first choice for ethical eco-friendly shopping is, of course, to buy from thrift and charity …