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How to Upcycle a Vintage Tablecloth into a Stunning Summer Dress (DIY Guide)
Upcycling a tablecloth into a dress is something I've been wanting to try. The videos and photos on Instagram and Pinterest tempted me. Recycling damaged, torn, or stained tablecloths is an amazing idea. Usually, it's a hand-embroidered piece that, when turned into a dress, becomes
Slow Wardrobe Philosophy: Why It's Smart to Leave Fast Fashion For a Slow Wardrobe
The Trap of Fast Fashion Cycles In recent years, I feel like we've all been struggling more and more with the constant fast-fashion cycle. Hey customer, you need this and that! You can't live without this shirt or skirt. Buy it on sale for 50%
Investment designer handbags that hold their retail value over time
Have you ever thought about fashion as an alternative investment class? You must have noticed that some handbags decrease in value after purchase, while others increase in value in the long term. The reality is that you have had it at home for a few years and then sell it
How to Wash Cashmere, Dry & Store
a How to properly care for cashmere sweaters so that they last a long time? When I bought my first cashmere sweater, it was clear to me that I had to care for it differently from the sweaters I had in my closet up to that point. As I mentioned
How to Tell if Cashmere Is High Quality: A Complete Guide
How do you know if cashmere is of good quality if the manufacturer doesn't list this information on the clothing label? Hi. Have you ever wanted to buy a cashmere sweater? Investment what? I was surprised at first, too. Nevertheless, I bought a sweater. See where, and how
The Flow of Living: Why Intentional Rehoming Helps Keep Energy in Motion
We all talk about the flow of energy in our lives, but we don't talk as often anymore about how to move on. How to let go of a favorite thing, how to move on without it. We have cluttered homes because we need everything all the time,
The Imposter Syndrome Trap: How to Maintain Confidence After a Major Career Pivot
For several years, my job was Product Owner. My priority was to deliver technological solutions, solve bugs - their origin and define solutions for fixing them, prioritize development requirements, monitor the backlog, and solve problems. There are always a lot of them with large solutions. So I had a non-stop
How to Stay Focused While Working from Home
A few days ago, I met up with my longtime friend. We were chatting. She talked about herself, then asked how I was doing, so I started telling her what I do: that I write these pages and have a few other smaller projects that I work on, and so
The First Month After Leaving The Corporation
How I dealt with the loss of my identity and how I found a new rhythm. If you've read the About Me page, you've probably noticed that I've lost my job before. It's not pleasant, is it? But it can happen. Life
How to Upcycle a Vintage Tablecloth into a Stunning Summer Dress (DIY Guide)
Upcycling a tablecloth into a dress is something I've been wanting to try. The videos and photos on Instagram and Pinterest tempted me. Recycling damaged, torn, or stained tablecloths is an amazing idea. Usually, it's a hand-embroidered piece that, when turned into a dress, becomes
How to Sew a Posable Doll: Free Pattern & Step-by-Step Tutorial
Each of us sometimes longs to sew our princess her "Best Friend". It's a wonderful feeling when you make a doll with love for your princess, watch her eyes shine with happiness, and take her with you everywhere as her new best friend. Giving a handmade
How to Sew a Tube Dress For Beginners: No Pattern Needed
Are you wondering how to sew a simple yet pretty tube dress for summer? I'll show you step by step how I sewed such a dress without a pattern. All you need is a stretchy fabric and your favorite t-shirt or, if you have a sewing mannequin,
DIY Missoni Style Dress: Easy No-Pattern Tutorial for Your Quiet Luxury Fashion
Few days ago i had a summer beach outfit ideas so now I'm walking on the beach, happy because I'm wearing a set I made myself: a Missoni-style bikini, a Missoni-style tote bag, and a dress to complete the set I just finished a
Tindari Beach: A Relaxing Guide to Sicily’s Natural Aquarium & World's Best Gelato
Another side of Tindari Beach Imagine standing in crystal clear, shallow water with a school of friendly fish swimming around your feet. This guide is not about getting carried away in 40-degree heat while hunting for monuments, but about relaxing in a shallow, pleasant lagoon with fish and delicious
The Best Granita in Sicily: The Passion of Barista Domenic From Milazzo
Have you tried Sicilian granita? So you already know how it tastes. But now I’ll tell you where they make it best. I’ve tried granita in many Sicilian cities (except Catania, where I haven’t found it yet). But among the places where I’ve tried it, there’
Sunrise at Isola Bella: The Ultimate Guide to Taormina’s Golden Hour
The Magic of an Empty Beach Yesterday I showed you how romantic the Isola Bella beach in Taormina can be at night. Today I’ll show you the sunrise, because it’s absolutely breathtaking! The beach is quiet and peaceful. You hear only the sea lapping against the pebbles, while
Taormina at Night: A Romantic Guide to the Magic of Isola Bella
Taormina at night is quite lively, with plenty of bars and cafes. You can hear laughter, music, and nightlife everywhere on Corso Umberto. But today I would like to show you the other side of the pearl. A hidden treasure that my partner and I discovered during our last visit
Strawberry Jam as Digital Therapy: A Simple Guide to Homemade Joy
A while ago, I wrote about how to make homemade blueberry jam. Now I'll show you how to make strawberry jam at home as part of your digital therapy. I'll also show you apricot jam. We always eat it first in our family. Hahaha How to
Blueberry Jam: Enjoy The Art of Making Homemade Blueberry Bliss
Have you ever made homemade blueberry jam? I absolutely love it. Every year I look forward to making blueberry jam again. I love the smell of the fruit being peeled, then washed and rolled under water in your hand to make it nice and clean, and then it cooks. The