Monthly Archives: February 2014

Today is National Wear Your Cardigan Day

Posted on February 19, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Not really, I just made that up. But it is true that Mr. Rogers began putting on his iconic cardigan forty six years ago today, when his television show, Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, debuted on February 19, 1968. So, in honor of Fred … Continue reading →

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Sweater Scarf Winner

Posted on February 18, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Congratulations to Debbie Phipps Murri! You are the winner of the Sweater Scarf. Email me at bhunting@eoni.com to let me know where to send it.

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DIY: Upcycled Sweater Beret

Posted on February 14, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Every once in awhile, someone crosses my path and I just know I’m going to like this person forever. Happened to me a couple of years ago when Elizabeth came into our school as a student teacher. What a natural. … Continue reading →

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Denim Basket Winner

Posted on February 9, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

You know, there are a few projects that come along that make me happy in every way. This denim basket is one of them. Not only do I like the way the basket turned out, but I’m actually quite fond … Continue reading →

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DIY: Ruffled Heart Shirt Just in Time For Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 8, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

For those of you lucky enough to have a little girl in your life this Valentine’s Day, I’ve put together a ruffled heart shirt tutorial for you. All you need are several thrift shop t-shirts, a sewing machine, scissors and a free … Continue reading →

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DIY: Upcycled Sweater Scarf Tutorial and Giveaway

Posted on February 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I woke up this morning to a beautiful winter wonderland. The air absolutely still, every branch veiled in white, a smooth carpet of snow replacing the brown mud of yesterday. And to top it all off, it’s SATURDAY and those … Continue reading →