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 …
How to find the perfect jeans without trying them on
Grab my super simple trick for finding the perfect waistband fit without actually trying anything on! How to find the perfect jeans without trying them on:
Mix & Match Style for #ThriftyThursday
I’m a huge fan of creating unique outfits from a variety of handmade gear, thrift scores and a good mix of both current and past fashion trends: Putting together one of a kind looks that …
How to easily upsize a skirt waistband
It always makes me chuckle when I’m called a “skinny b*tch” by online trolls as one of the reasons I taught myself how to sew on an inherited machine and began refashioning was because absolutely …
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 …
This is 44 on #ThriftyThursday
Today I’m another year older, most definitely wiser and can’t understand why aging is still such a trauma for so many women. Sure, the image that looks back at me in the mirror isn’t as …
The Cold Shoulder on #ThriftyThursday
Shoulder cut-outs have been everywhere in the fashion world this year and are even a hot trend for fall/winter (stay tuned for my upcoming cold shoulder sweater tute). I managed to thrift a top straight out …
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! …
Quick & Easy No Sew 80’s Blouse Refashion
Thrift shops are chock full of fantastically patterned blouses with less than stellar shapes but instead of passing them by why not give them update with my crazy simple trick? Grab that old secretary top …
Sequins on #ThriftyThursday
I’ve never met a vintage sequin garment I didn’t love! Discovering those sparkling beauties from the past is such an amazing feeling and figuring out fresh ways to style them is absolutely fantastic! Discover how …