Bubble Coat

Bubble Coat

How to make a bubble coat Bubble coat I showed in a previous post how I turned a regular skirt into a bubble skirt by slipping elastic into the the hem. I thought it might be nice to have a bubble coat too. So I did the same to this coat. It’s really easy. You...
Distressed Denim

Distressed Denim

DIY denim distressing My intention with this blog has always been to share ways to update an existing wardrobe on a shoestring. I positively loathe distressed denim and will never, ever wear it. It’s right up there with hems too long that drag on the floor....
Three Quarter Leg Trousers

Three Quarter Leg Trousers

Upcycling trousers I am so loving Isabel Marant’s winter rockabilly look. And what’s even better is the three quarter leg look is dead easy to achieve. Fold a deep turn-up in a straight or narrow leg trouser. Et voila! If you are sure you will love the...
Sewing Wide Leg Trousers

Sewing Wide Leg Trousers

Home made wide leg pants Pattern for easy to make pants I have so missed sewing and making things these last three and a bit months while I have been on the move. The one item I wore a lot during this time was my wide leg trousers. In the picture is the pattern I...
Top Twenty Packing Tips for Travellers

Top Twenty Packing Tips for Travellers

What to pack for a holiday I thought I would have a different slant to the blog today. Since I have been on the move, I decided I would give my top twenty travel packing tips. So here goes with the travel packing tips – 1. I pack an...