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Beyond the Caftan: 3 Clever Ways to Use Your Ankara Fabric Scraps

If you caught my recent Instagram reel, you know I am completely head over heels for the Ankara Caftan I made after a long time away from my sewing machine. There is nothing quite like a loose, flowy maxi dress in a vibrant African print to make you feel instant, effortless glamour.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thrift Style Blogger | Troy (@thethriftanista) The best part about working with Ankara fabric is how forgiving and easy it is to sew. After sewing something up, you're almost always left with leftover yardage or awkward scrap pieces. Don’t throw those scraps away! Today, I’m digging into the Thriftanista in the City vault to bring back some of my  favorite DIY  easy scrap busting projects so you can use every last inch of your fabric. Ankara Fabric Bracelet The Problem It Solves: If standard store bought bangles always slide down awkwardly onto your hands, this custom fit DIY is for you! How to Do It: Cut 2-inch wide bias ...
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New Arrivals to The Thriftanista Shop

Fresh Finds Just Dropped! New Arrivals You Won't Want to Miss! Hey Thriftanista fam! We've been busy curating some amazing new pieces, and we're thrilled to announce our latest arrivals are officially live on the site! Get ready to refresh your wardrobe with these unique, pre-loved gems. We believe in sustainable fashion without compromising on style, and this new batch of inventory is no exception. From chic dresses to comfy everyday wear, there's something for everyone. Here's a sneak peek at just a few of the fabulous items that have landed: 1. The Ultimate Date Night Dress: Blue Halter Cowl Neck Dress Turn heads in this stunning royal blue halter dress. The elegant cowl neck drapes beautifully, making it perfect for a special occasion, a night out, or even a fancy brunch. Its vibrant color and flattering silhouette are sure to make you feel like a million bucks! 2. Playful & Chic: One-Shoulder Top & Patterned Wide-Leg Pants Embra...

Salvation Army Thrift Store Warehouse Tour and WorthPoint Reseller Workshop

Thanks Worthpoint and Salvation army for the resellers workshop and treasure hunt day. It was a wonderful learning experience and a great way to celebrate Earth Day! I don’t normally click on Facebook ads but I was quite curious as a couple of my favorite places were mentioned - Salvation Army and eBay. It was well targeted! I had heard of Worthpoint but had never fully understood the site so was really glad to be properly introduced and educated on its uses. WorthPoint is a database of over 200,000+ makers’ marks, autographs, patterns and symbols (MAPS) to identify items and uncover the history, value and authenticity. Resellers use the site to: create a personal digital archive of prized possessions Find accurate pricing trends to buy better and sell better Expand knowledge base with their digital library of over 8,000 books, guides, and catalogs To highlight these services, we were treated to a crash course on assigning value to artwork and listing on eBay. We had some time to tre...

Valentine's Day DIY and Dine Ideas

Valentine’s Day is coming up fast on Friday, February 14. Check out one of my favorite diy craft projects -- heart shaped massage bars for yourself and your significant other.  Even if you aren’t planning to celebrate with massage bars, flowers, chocolates and all things red, perhaps you will want to take advantage of the food discounts happening. Below are restaurants with Valentine’s Day offers that everyone can enjoy. (Make sure you call your local restaurant to confirm that they’re honoring these Valentine’s Day specials!). Thanks to  RetailMeNot  for providing such a great list!

How to Dye a Blah Beige Thrift Store Leather Bag

I can't resist leather bags at the thrift store. Quality leather for $5? Can't beat that with a bat. However, not everything is my style so I have to make some changes. Dyeing leather is a pretty simple DIY fix.

Why Cuddl Duds Black Turtleneck Is On My Fall Essentials List

This post is sponsored by Cuddl Duds but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Fall weather finally made it south this week. I am not a chilly weather fan but life goes on. It is an opportunity to break out the warm layers including my favorite fall clothing item -- a black turtleneck.

Vintage Animal Print Jumpsuit

I don't blog often but when I do, you can bet it's to show off a fabulous thrift store jumpsuit. I only wore this yummy animal print once before it was quickly snatched up out of one of my online closets.