Pocketful of Joules - Quick DIY Fix for Tiered Skirts That Fit Weird

Quick DIY Fix for Tiered Skirts That Fit Weird

I thought I had shared this tip before, but I did a quick look through my previous posts and didn’t see it… so I wanted to make sure this idea gets ejected from my brain in case it helps someone else. Okay, so you know how I love, love, love a good flowy skirt? Obviously. And I find myself drawn to those tiered skirts of the mid-90’s because they are just a fabulous kind of boho chic.

However, sometimes the top tier is a bit rude in how it fits my tummy.

At some point over the last few years, I realized I could just CUT THE TOP OFF. So, instead of having a too-tight top tier, I cut the top tier off entirely and then reattach the waistband to the next tier (which has more room).

I did this previously with a Laura Ashley skirt

And I just did this again with a newly thrifted Kerri Rosenthal skirt. I thrifted the skirt for under $10 and when I did my online research after the fact, I found that it retails for $328. Sure, I could have listed it for sale to try and make some money off of it, but I LIKED the skirt. And the whole idea of thrifting is to buy things to wear and keep them out of a landfill, right?

So, I grabbed my trusty scissors, chopped the top tier off and then reattached the next tier to the existing waistband. I didn’t even get my sewing machine out, I just hand sewed it. After I got everything in place, I then chopped the interior slip a bit shorter (so it didn’t stick out) and did a quick running stitch by hand for a new hem. That was it!

And now, I have a gorgeous flowy, cotton and lace skirt that fits my body well. For $10 and a little elbow grease.

I Bought a Bunch of Shoes

Sometimes I get fixated on things. And apparently without realizing it, I disassociated from life this summer and accumulated FIVE PAIRS of shoes to add to my closet. Which is pretty much unheard of for me. However, no regrets. Actually, one regret. Maybe.

Anyways, let’s take a look!

Doc Martens Voss II Sandals (a different color)

I purchased these at the beginning of the summer. At the time they were on sale for $68ish, and I really liked that they look like Docs + Platforms + Sandals had a baby. They’re kind of a badass version of the Eileen Fisher sandals I wear all the time to work. The Docs sandals are super-dooper comfortable and I paired them with skirts all spring and summer.

Ked’s Revival Mary Jane Nylon/Suede Shoes (still for sale here)

I purchased these 100% because I was sucked in by a Facebook ad. This exact pair were pictured on the ad and I immediately needed them. I clicked through and there was a special promo code I could use, so they ended up being $53. I. LOVE. THEM. Oh my gosh, the colors, the comfiness, the cuteness. They are so great! So far I’ve worn them with skirts, but I think they will also be so super cute with cuffed jeans in the fall.

Rothy’s Criss-Cross Lightweight Wedge (sold out)

So, here’s what happened. My husband was looking at sneakers at Nordstrom Rack and I wandered over to the women’s sale sandals. And BOOM I found these gold sparkly Rothy’s wedges and they were basically calling my name. And by calling my name, I mean they were $179 retail and then on sale, on sale again, and then on ‘clear the rack sale’… for $45.

They are SO SPARKLY! So, I was obviously helpless to resist.

Eileen Fisher Shea Strappy Sandals (sold out)

I mentioned that I have a couple pairs of Eileen Fisher sandals that I wear to work regularly because they are super comfortable. They’re like the mullet of shoes – sandal on top and sneaker on the bottom. But they still look nice enough for work and I can be on my feet all day long. I have been keeping my eye out for similar styles to pop up on Poshmark and this pair appeared. They retail for around $120 and I scooped them up for just $34. They’re fantastic!

Rothy’s Mary Jane Espadrilles (on the Rothy’s website)

Here is my one possible regret from when I (apparently) blacked out and bought all the shoes. I purchased a pair of the Rothy’s ankle-tie espadrilles from TJ Maxx last year and they are great. So, when I saw that they came out with this cute Mary Jane version, I stalked them on Poshmark and found a new-in-box pair for $60 (retail was $150). I bought them in the same size as my other pair… but they are a bit too tight in the toes. Sigh.

With that being said, I’m currently trying to stretch the toes just a bit (I shoved an old plastic easter egg in there) and if that doesn’t work, I’m going to try to switch out the insole to a thinner version. If THAT doesn’t work, I’ll be re-listing them on Poshmark to hopefully make my money back.

Creating a Floating Fairy Forest Hanging Terrarium

I shared back in February 2025 when I first went to a local shop for a Preserved Moss Art Frame Class. Well, I saw that they were offering a new Floating Fairy Forest Hanging Terrarium class, so I signed up to make one with my friend Lindsey.

Lindsey is my green thumb plant goddess friend, who has helped me keep my ever-growing assortment of indoor plants alive at my house. So obviously she’d join me for a plant class, which came with a side of shopping the store afterwards. And tacos and margaritas. Which were not part of the class, but were very much needed.

Back to the class — each member of the group received the glass hanging terrarium, an assortment of soil, charcoal, stones, mix to add for drainage, three little plants (one we got to choose), and some adorable little mushrooms, green rocks, a lamp post and a string of lights.

Then they walked us step-by-step on how to add everything into our terrariums. Everyone was super nice and I totally wanted to bring home a bunch of new friends with me, but I’m shy in groups and I feel like it would be weird to ask new people to be my friend. The class was super fun and I really liked watching how everyone chose to combine their items,

I’m so happy with how mine turned out! When I got it home, I tried it in a few different areas in my house and ultimately decided on our master bathroom.

I feel like it gets good light AND good humidity for all the healthy terrarium needs. Now cross your fingers with me that it flourishes and grows!