What the heck is Refashionista Rules? My groovy monthly column in F&F magazine! Grab your free copy each month at Salvation Army thrift stores and check out the last page for my rockin’ refashionista tutorials …
Padded Jackets on #ThriftyThursday
Old man winter has most certainly arrived in Toronto and he decided to bring bitter, freezing winds and ice storms along for the ride too, humph! Check out my fantasically cozy new-to-me outerwear for Padded …
Simple No Waste Tips for a Sustainable New Year
Having lived in eco-friendly Europe and Asia for 22 years means that recycling, upcycling and being a concious consumer are completely natural to me so I was shocked and disappointed to discover the exact opposite …
Easy No Sew Last Minute DIY Halloween Costumes
Don’t be stressed about getting dressed up this year! Grab my easy no sew last minute DIY costumes, raid your closet and whip up a groovy getup from items you may already have lurking around …
How to remove yellow underarm stains from shirts
Hooray you’ve found a stellar vintage blouse at the thrift shop! Boooo, it has those awful yellow stains on the armpits! Discover how to remove yellow underarm stains from shirts with a couple of items from …
PJs Outside on #ThriftyThursday
Who says you can’t be super comfy and stylish at the same time? The pyjama section at the thrift shop is simply bursting with fabulously patterned, incredibly comfortable pants that are simply perfect for pairing …
Embellish a vintage bag with an easy DIY image transfer
Remember that groovy 1970’s purse that needed some upcycled zipper love? That awesome but plain bag has now been fancied up with the simple yet absolutely perfect design from one of my fave bits of …
How to DIY and Replace a Zipper Pull
I scored a gorgeous 1970’s purse at a local vintage shop that’s perfect for an everyday-grab-and-go-bag, unfortunately the zipper pulls had most certainly seen better days: Fortunately I had a couple of bits lurking in …
Easy Thrifted DIY Doily Top – no crochet skills needed!
I love crocheted items but can’t seem to progress my skills beyond a simple chain stitch, luckily I’ve figured out a way to create gorgeous new crocheted clothing from thrifted bits of handmade awesomeness! Whip …
Easy DIY Skirt Waistband – a vintage sequin dress refashion
I scored an absolutely stunning vintage sequin dress at the thrift shop: Unfortunately it was backless, fit awkwardly, was super heavy and very uncomfortable. Fortunately transforming it into a fabulous skirt was pretty darn simple! …