Monthly Archives: November 2014

Make a Festive Faux Fur Collar To Attend Your Holiday Parties in Style

Posted on November 29, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

It’s no secret that I love parties! The bigger, the better. The more the merrier. So many reasons for a party, so little time. I truly am a walking party cliche. 🙂 To me, one of the best things about the holiday … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, faux fur collar, giveaway, holiday parties, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial | 23 Comments

DIY: Winter Scarf Camera Strap and a Winner

Posted on November 22, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh, baby! It’s been cold around here. Not that it’s a bad thing. As a matter of fact, the cold can make for some delightful trips to town. A few days ago, the frigid air was perfectly still and the huge bare trees … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, giveaway, photography, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, Winter scarf camera strap | 12 Comments

The Renegade Seamstress Featured in Mother Earth News

Posted on November 20, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve always been a DIY kind of girl. Pouring over each and every issue of Mother Earth News magazine from the time I was in my teens, reading every article and trying out many of the projects. I imagined myself living off the land, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, Mother Earth News, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, upcycling | 20 Comments

Bundle Up Your Hot Drinks in a DIY Felted Wool Cup Cozy

Posted on November 15, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh my gosh, the first winter storm of the year. Beautiful white snow covering everything! LOVE IT! Definitely time to bring out those cute sweaters and bundle up. How about wrapping up your favorite winter drink cup in a cozy … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged cup cozy, DIY, felted wool, giveaway, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial, upcycling | 44 Comments

DIY: Fabric Wreath for a Thanksgiving Hostess Gift, a Winner and Another Book Giveaway

Posted on November 8, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Originally, wreaths symbolized eternal hope, were usually displayed at Christmas and were made from evergreens to represent the strength of life they showed by persevering through long, cold winters. Wreaths still represent an unending circle of life, but now they … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, fashion, giveaway, recycling, Refashion, Rustic Chic Wedding, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 45 Comments

Wrap Up in Style in a DIY Wool Blanket Coat

Posted on November 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Look! Is it a cape? Is it a shawl? Is it a poncho? NO! It’s a BLANKET COAT… and apparently, all the major designers have them in their 2014 fall collections. You can be right on trend and easily make one from … Continue reading →