Monthly Archives: August 2014

You’re Invited to the Book Launch Party

Posted on August 31, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I can’t wait to celebrate the release of The Refashion Handbook with you! It’s going to be a fun night! The champagne will be flowing as well as hors d’oeuvres, sewing themed cocktails and mocktails. Rick and Evie Mugrage will be there … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Book Launch Party, clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook | 18 Comments

DIY: New Life for an Ottoman Cushion

Posted on August 30, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Every once in awhile, I look across the racks of clothes at my local thrift shop and lay my eyes on the perfect piece of furniture to refashion. Especially now that I’m trying to decorate the new studio. This “funky cheeseball” ottoman started out with … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged cushion tutorial, DIY, ottoman, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 23 Comments

The Secret to Removing that Dreaded Pilling From Your Clothes

Posted on August 23, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

What to do when you pull one of your favorite sweaters from the dryer and it’s covered in those nasty little pills? Or maybe you find the sweater of your dreams at the thrift store but those little fuzz balls … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, how to remove pilling, recycling, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 9 Comments

DIY: Back to School Pencil Pouch and a Giveaway

Posted on August 16, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

We cannot stop the winter or the summer from coming. We cannot stop the spring or the fall or make them other than they are. They are gifts from the universe that we cannot refuse. But we can choose what … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged back to school, crafting, crafts, DIY, giveaway, Pencil pouch, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, upcycling | 33 Comments

It’s here! It’s finally here!

Posted on August 11, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

When I drove up the driveway, there it was, leaned up against the front door in all it’s red, white and blue glory. I instantly knew what it was. Even though it’s arrival was planned, my heart started racing, my eyes … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged C&T Publishing, clothing, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, upcycling, writing a book | 57 Comments

Denim and Doilies: A Delightful Dichotomy (And Some Exciting News)

Posted on August 9, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Denim, so rugged and strong. Doilies, so delicate and fragile. Create a delightful dichotomy when combining these two completely different textiles by adding doily sleeves to an ordinary denim vest. My latest tutorial over at eHow will walk you through the step by step process of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, denim and doilies, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 36 Comments

Back to School Dress Refashion

Posted on August 2, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

When that July page get rips off the calendar and August emerges, it can only mean one thing: back to school clothes. YAY! It’s even more fun when you’re a kindergarten teacher like me. I love the cute new clothes … Continue reading →