By now you may have guessed that I am a bit of an upcycling ecofashion warrior who proudly puts together earth-friendly outfits created from preloved items. Shopping secondhand is a fabulous (and affordable) way to create a unique, sustainable wardrobe however, just like in any other kind of shop, it’s not always easy to buy […]
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Refashioning 101: How to tailor a dress for someone else
If you sew (or do anything crafty at all) chances are someone has asked if you wouldn’t mind doing a spot of DIY for them. While this can get a bit tedious and tiresome at times the absolutely awesome feeling you get when your creative favour is genuinely appreciated and loved just can’t be beat! Refashioning for friends and sharing […]
The Refashioned Pom Pom Blazer
Celebrate in style with your very own completely unique DIY statement blazer and cause some colourful fireworks wherever you go! Hit your closet, sift through your stash or head to the thrift shop and get making the refashioned pom pom blazer to step out in vibrant, one of a kind style! I grabbed a blazer, a bunch […]
The Personalized DIY Doodle Tee
Graphic tees are awesome but as I’m all about creating my own one-of-a-kind style I rarely find any individual enough to please my unique self and end up putting on my refashionista thinking cap and creating them myself. I am completely thrilled with my latest no-sew transformation! Raid your t-shirt hoard and get your abstract art on […]
Refashioning 101: Easy Dress Refashions
I am a collector of vintage dresses and regardless if it will fit me or not, I rarely pass up a bargain-priced retro frock at the thrift shop so I’ve gotten pretty good at figuring out the quick and quirky fixes necessary to make my ever-growing dress collection wearable. Take a peek at my Refashioning 101: Easy […]
Refashioning 101: Easy Peasy Refashions
Complicated refashions that result in dramatic transformations are a magnificent test of your skills however if you’re wanting something sustainably stylish to wear but don’t have the time (or energy) to kick your imagination into high gear a simple refashion just might be what your inner DIY Diva needs. Grab your scissors and check out my Refashioning […]
An Easy DIY Shamrock Shirt
As I’m a half Irish lassie St. Patrick’s Day has always meant having a wee bit of a celebration regardless of where I am in the world. The easiest way to show my Irish pride (& avoid being pinched) is to wear a bit o’ green or sport a shamrock so this year I thought I’d […]
Easy DIY Overall Dresses
My munchkin loathes the feeling of denim and corduroy fabric on her legs which means wonderfully tough-wearing jeans and cords are an absolute, tantrum inducing no-go, harumph! When she inherited a groovy box of clothes containing not one but two pairs of adorable overalls (1 denim and 1 cord) I knew I had to figure […]
Refashioning 101: Mend and Make Do
Creating and upcycling a sustainable wardrobe doesn’t always have to involve fancy schmancy refashioning transformations. Quick and simple alterations to the less than stellar garments lurking at the back of your closet can dramatically improve their appearance, comfort and fit and even revamp them into wardrobe faves! Discover how to revive your unworn gear in minutes, shorten […]
A DIY Reversible Faux Fur Vest
Refashioning is not only a completely ethical and sustainable way to create your own unique style it’s also a magnificent method for adding those items you’ve been coveting to your wardrobe for a fraction of the cost (or absolutely free)! I’d been on the lookout for a funky faux fur vest for ages but unfortunately my thrifting karma […]
