1. Buy Less. The easiest way to save money on your wardrobe is simply to consume less. Have you ever heard the saying “a penny saved is a penny earned?” It’s true! To “earn” those pennies, practice mindful consumption. That is, before you purchase something ask yourself, “Do I really need this? Would this money be better spent elsewhere? How long do I anticipate keeping/using this item?” You might be surprised at how often the answer is, “Nope,...

In our last blog post we shared with you several reasons why you should learn to sew. To recap: 1. Learning to sew can save you money (and even help you make money) 2. It’s a life skill (or at the very least a rewarding hobby) And most importantly, 3. Sewing can be eco-friendly! With a little know-how, you can alter, mend, or transform your clothing to extend its “life” and usefulness. In this blog post, we’ll share with you 5 easy projects to get you...

You should learn to sew. No, really, you should. Here’s why:   It could save you money. Just think: If you could hem your own pants, patch your child’s torn jeans, or at the very least sew on a button you wouldn’t have to pay someone else or (worst case scenario) buy a whole new clothing item! If you’re unsure of where to start, there are many online tutorials for basic sewing skills. And pinterest is replete with creative ways to alter, upcycle, or repair...

Jillian Owens is the creative mastermind of Refashionista.net, where, for the past five years, she has showcased refashioned thrift store finds. Using her ingenuity (and with a little help from her seam ripper and sewing machine) Jillian transforms outdated and unwanted used clothing into chic pieces that you’d never guess came from a thrift store. “A few years ago,” Jillian writes, “I decided I wanted to change the way the world thinks about fashion. I was sickened by...

Clothing is becoming cheaper and more plentiful than ever before. In the last 20 years people have started buying–and discarding–more clothing at a faster rate than in previous decades. So before you drop those bags of used clothing off at the thrift store, consider one of the DIY projects projects below. With a little help from us (or Pinterest…or both) you can breathe new life into that old pair of old jeans you don’t wear anymore. Denim TIC-TAC-TOE from The...