How to upsize a pleated blouse

Hands up if you have a generous chest and avoid wearing cute pleated blouses for fear of the dreaded peek-a-boo pull between the buttons! I have no idea why blouses and tops can’t be designed …

Upcycled Ugly Betty Initial Necklace

Did you spot the other fab DIY I created for my Ugly Betty copycat look? It was hidden under the layers of my preloved celeb outfit version but it was definitely there! Discover how to …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Ugly Betty

I know, I know, Ugly Betty premiered in 2006 and I’m over a decade late but as I was living abroad it wasn’t until very recently that I was finally able to check out that …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Helen Mirren

Helen Mirren is the definition of fierce, fearless and fabulous!  From her amazing talent to fantastic feminism and everything in between we should all aspire to be like Helen Mirren when we grow up! …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Samantha Bee

Samantha Bee is a fearless treasure and Full Frontal is total awesomesauce!  I’m often compared to Samantha Bee and perhaps it’s because we’re both 40+, blonde, Canadian expats who honestly share our views and …

Easy DIY Clip-On to Pierced Earrings

Why do the most fabulous vintage earrings always clip on? I have teeny weeny attached earlobes which means that those gorgeous accessories simply won’t stay put, argh! Luckily there’s a crazy simple fix that allows …

How to easily shorten a vintage dress

Thrift stores, charity shops and clothing swaps are chock full of groovy vintage dresses unfortunately loads of them have that frumpy mid-calf length that somehow manages to make my less than tall body look even …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: 80’s Debbie Harry

What’s your favourite Blondie song?  I love them all but Atomic is definitely the one I bop around the house to the most! Check out the preloved outfit info behind my interpretation of this …