Monthly Archives: June 2018

Throwback Saturday: Cropped Denim Jacket

Posted on June 30, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Just spent two weeks in Minnesota so I thought this would be the perfect post to bring back to life: 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, … Continue reading →

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Throwback Sunday: Mother of the Bride Dress Redesign

Posted on June 10, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Another good tutorial worth unearthing from the archives: I’ve never been a good clothes shopper. Just ask my sister, Jan, who would painstakingly shop for the perfect outfits while I was off swimming, riding my bike, and hanging out with … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, Mother of the Bride Dress, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Rustic Chic Wedding, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 27 Comments

New One Minute Video: How to Make a Double Pot Holder

Posted on June 8, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Mmmmmmmm… strawberry-rhubarb pie… peach cobbler…brownies! When a delicious smells like that fills your kitchen and the timer goes off, you’ll be ready to take your perfectly baked creation out and protect your hands with this cute double pot holder. Conveniently … Continue reading →

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Throwback Sunday: DIY Summer Maxi Skirt Redesign Tutorial

Posted on June 3, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Another early post worth pulling from the archives. Thank you Cooper for being such a good sport and taking so many pictures of your mom back then. 🙂 I’ve been seeing summer maxi dresses and skirts everywhere! And I had … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, Maxi skirt, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 16 Comments

Throwback Saturday: Dress Redesign (Mad Men Inspired)

Posted on June 2, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

OK, so maybe I HAVE been watching too much Mad Men this summer. BUT THOSE DRESSES!!!! I just can’t get enough! I want one……. So….. I found this little number at the thrift store the other day and made it … Continue reading →