Monthly Archives: June 2014

You Really Can Make a Maxi Dress in Fifteen Minutes or Less

Posted on June 29, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I know, I know, it does sounds too good to be true, but you really can make a fun, summer maxi dress in fifteen minutes or less when you start with a t shirt and add some knit fabric to the … Continue reading →

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DIY: Painted Starfish Scarf

Posted on June 22, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

The North Shore of Lake Superior is one of Minnesota’s most spectacular landscapes, especially when paired with three of the state’s most beautiful women ever, a first massage, hikes, lots of laughter, colorful food, and heart to heart talks late into the night. Spending time … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, Grand Marais, Minnesota, Painted Starfish Scarf, Refashion, Sewing, The Angry Trout Cafe, upcycling | 23 Comments

DIY: Easy Cropped Denim Jacket

Posted on June 14, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Time froze for me the other day while at my beautiful niece Melanie’s house in St. Paul. The kids playing hockey in the driveway, listening to the Belmont Stakes on the tv in the garage, cold Leinenkugel in my hand and it suddenly occurs to … Continue reading →

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Get Rodeo Ready with this DIY Western Inspired Upcycled Belt Bracelet

Posted on June 7, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Every June, my sleepy little community comes alive when the Eastern Oregon Livestock Show comes to town. 4-H and FFA kids finally get to show their animals after walking them around town for months, the carnival arrives, the parade winds down Main Street … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged accessories, DIY, fashion, leather, leather bracelet, recycling, Refashion, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 10 Comments

I’ve got a secret to tell you……

Posted on June 4, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Today I’ve been having fun putting the finishing touches onto tomorrow’s live web seminar for BurdaStyle. Blogging has been such a healthy part of my life for the last few years. When I started my little sewing blog, I never dreamed … Continue reading →