Tag Archives: fashion

Throwback Sunday: Mother of the Bride Dress Redesign

Posted on June 10, 2018 by

Another good tutorial worth unearthing from the archives: I’ve never been a good clothes shopper. Just ask my sister, Jan, who would painstakingly shop for the perfect outfits while I was off swimming, riding my bike, and hanging out with … Continue reading →

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Throwback Sunday: DIY Summer Maxi Skirt Redesign Tutorial

Posted on June 3, 2018 by

Another early post worth pulling from the archives. Thank you Cooper for being such a good sport and taking so many pictures of your mom back then. 🙂  I’ve been seeing summer maxi dresses and skirts everywhere! And I had … Continue reading →

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Throwback Saturday: Dress Redesign (Mad Men Inspired)

Posted on June 2, 2018 by

OK, so maybe I HAVE been watching too much Mad Men this summer. BUT THOSE DRESSES!!!! I just can’t get enough! I want one……. So….. I found this little number at the thrift store the other day and made it … Continue reading →

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Throwback Saturday: Shirt Redesign

Posted on May 26, 2018 by

“Life is trying things to see if they work.” -Ray Bradbury This shirt and post are the perfect examples of Ray Bradbury’s quote. When I started out redesigning this huge shirt, I wasn’t really sure where I was going with … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Lace-Up Sweatshirt

Posted on May 13, 2018 by

If you’ve been thinking about adding a little athleisure wear to your wardrobe but don’t want to spend lots of money, here’s a quick change you can make to your beloved sweatshirt so you can be stylish and comfy at … Continue reading →

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A Great Gift For Mother’s Day: The Refashion Handbook $10 Sale

Posted on April 7, 2018 by

One of the best ways to learn to sew, is transforming thrift store clothes into something more modern. Not only is it much more cost friendly than buying new fabric, but you can do your part to help keep so … Continue reading →

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How to Look Great and Avoid Hat Hair This Winter

Posted on January 14, 2018 by

Move over headband, now there’s an even better way to stay warm and look great with your hair up. Make this trendy messy bun/ponytail hat even if your skills don’t include knitting or crocheting. Just grab an old sweater and … Continue reading →

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A Great Gift For the Seamstress in Your Life: The Refashion Handbook $10 Sale

Posted on November 26, 2017 by

One of the best ways to learn to sew, is transforming thrift store clothes into something more modern. Not only is it much more cost friendly than buying new fabric, but you can do your part to help keep so … Continue reading →

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New New One Minute Video: Create a Cozy Cardigan Cowl and Boot Socks From an Old Sweater

Posted on November 25, 2017 by

Well, it’s official. Thanksgiving is over so let the Christmas festivities begin… Here’s an idea for those of you who love to recycle and create handmade gifts for your friends and families but don’t have loads of time. Create a … Continue reading →

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Transform a Pullover into a Cardigan

Posted on October 17, 2017 by

Pullovers just don’t do anything for my body. But a cardigan…..SO MUCH MORE FLATTERING, not to mention versatile. Here’s my newest ehow video on how to change a pullover sweater into a cardigan. And yes, it really is this easy. 🙂 … Continue reading →

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