Monthly Archives: May 2015

DIY: Skirt to Dress

Posted on May 30, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Why just wear things for their intended purpose when you can have two for the price of one? With very little sewing and a little imagination you can transform an already beautiful piece of clothing into something completely different and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, skirt to dress, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 11 Comments

Channel Your Inner Hippy and Make a Peasant Blouse From a Button-Down Shirt

Posted on May 23, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Sometimes, I worry about myself. Katie used to remind me quite often that it wasn’t the 70’s anymore. Maybe she was right, perhaps I haven’t moved on. I’ve always had a thing about off-the-shoulder peasant blouses. I think they are so cool. I think … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 70's, clothing, DIY, eHow, fashion, off-shoulder peasant blouse, peasant blouse, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, upcycling | 11 Comments

A Dress Fit For a Kentucky Derby Party: Simplicity Sew Simple A1394

Posted on May 20, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I know! I know! The Kentucky Derby is supposed to be all about the hats. (Oh yes, and maybe a little bit about the horses, too.) So, why am I showing my hat when it’s truly so very basic and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, Kentucky Derby Dress, Kentucky Derby Hat, Maxi dress, Rialto, Sewing, Simplicity Sew Simple A1394, Thrifting | 10 Comments

The Renegade Seamstress on Television Today

Posted on May 17, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Presented by Creative Kidstuff, The Happi House is an entertaining and informative weekly magazine style television series for women. Hosted by Happi Olson, Lifestyle Expert, each episode is full of robust content on a variety of fun and useful topics … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged accessories, DIY Scarves, Refashion, Sewing, The Happi House | 4 Comments

How to Add Decorative Trim to a Button-Down Shirt

Posted on May 16, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Pop some pattern into your wardrobe by combining a floral and a plaid. Simply sew some fun, floral fabric to the button plackets and give a classic plaid shirt a fresh new look. Get the full step by step directions … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, button-down shirt, clothing, DIY, fashion, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 16 Comments

DIY: Update Your T-Shirt with a Quick and Easy Off the Shoulder Ruffle

Posted on May 2, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Before you start with all of the Daisy Duke references, and I won’t mention any names… -KRIS!!!!!- I’m telling you, Gingham is Back! And it’s back with a vengeance. It’s all over the runways and I love gingham! I have so … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, gingham, Kentucky Derby, Refashion, ruffle T-shirt, Sewing, t shirt | 10 Comments

Another Guest Appearance on The Happi House Paired With How to Host a Wine Tasting Party! I say YES!

Posted on May 1, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

If you hang out with me, you know how much I LOVE a good glass of wine. So naturally, I was hoping the producers of The Happi House would “pair” one of my guest appearances with How to Host a Wine … Continue reading →