How to Close an Open Back Top

I did a wee bit of thrifting online recently and scored a few tops in need of refashioning as well as a couple that I thought would be perfect as is. Unfortunately one of them …

DIY Doily Peplum Top

Transform that frumpy floral top and make it extra unique with a bit of vintage from your stash! Check out how easy it is to whip up your own DIY Doily Peplum Top below:

An Easy DIY Top for Easter

Does anyone else feel an overwhelming urge to wear purple and yellow during Easter time? This year I decided to sort through my stash of projects that didn’t quite work out and transform a lovely …

Refashion with patches & freehand stitching

What do you do with fab fitting but terribly boring garments? Give them a quick and easy refashion with patches & freehand stitching! Grab my simple method for attaching non-iron-on patches & appliques below!

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Emmy Rossum

Emmy Rossum was amazing as Fiona Gallagher on Shameless but did you know she’s also an absolutely fabulous singer too?  She’s awesome on stage and screen but still appears to be grounded in reality …

#ThriftyThursday Copycat: Sarah Paulson

I love Sarah Paulson.  She’s not only ridiculously talented but also appears to be completely genuine, hilarious and honest in interviews. Take a peek at my $4 refashionista version of her AHS premier outfit …

Fast Fashion’s Dirty Laundry

Believe or not, I was once like millions of other bargain hunting fashionistas. A thrift & charity shop lover who was also on the lookout for the best deals at the mall. I would proudly …

5 International Thrifting Tips with Preloved Chica!

Preloved Chica and Confessions of a Refashionista are two sustainable style peas in a pod! Have a listen to my quick appearance on Elene’s awesome Time Capsule Show on ICRFM Ipswich and find out my …