Monthly Archives: February 2020

Time to Vote: Kentucky Derby Hat- Refashion Runway Season Five

The hats, the dresses, the horses, the mint juleps, oh, how I’d love to head to Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby someday. The Derby has been referred to as The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports, but not for these … Continue reading

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The Winner of the Southwest Challenge: Refashion Runway Season Five

Wow, everything from cowgirl hats, to lace, to turquoise and even airlines. It’s always so delightful to see how each designer interprets the challenge and puts their own spin on it. Last week was no exception. You had a very … Continue reading

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Faux Fur and Small to Large Sew Along: Amy Smith

Thank you, Amy Smith for sewing along with us in the Faux Fur and the Small to Large challenges. “For the faux fur challenge, I spotted an awesome vest, dress and trousers that I have used to make a new … Continue reading

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Time to Vote: Southwest Challenge- Refashion Runway Season Five

From Georgia O’Keefe to Frida Kahlo to the runways of Ralph Lauren to Coach and Brock Collection. Southwest styles have been making a comeback. As usual, the Refashion Runway challenge is wide open to interpretation and I can’t wait for … Continue reading

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Winner of the Small to Large Challenge: Refashion Runway Season Five

I’ve said it before and I”ll say it again, I’m so glad that you, the voters, and the judges decide the winners each week because in my book, everyone’s a winner. Here’s how the Small to Large Challenge came out. … Continue reading

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How to Turn a Photo into a Paint By Number: New One Minute Video

We interrupt this season of Refashion Runway with another fun craft idea. Apparently, Paint by Numbers is a thing again. But, now it’s even better because you can make your own from any photo you’d like. WHO KNEW??? Upload a … Continue reading

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Time to Vote: Small to Large Challenge: Refashion Runway Season Five

Welcome back to Refashion Runway Season Five. This week the challenge is Small to Large. One of the things I love about this competition is the surprise each time I open my email and see how each of these talented … Continue reading

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Winner of the Faux Fur Challenge: Refashion Runway Season Five

Wow, I don’t know about you guys but this last challenge really warmed me up!! 🙂 Everyone did a great job and here’s how the votes and the judging came out. The fourth place winners are: Marisa Glied and KT … Continue reading

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How to Make a T-Shirt Yarn Rug: New One Minute Video

Wondering what to do with all of those old t-shirts hanging around your closets and lurking in your drawers? Before you throw them out or give them away, make some t-shirt yarn. Then, grab a mesh rug canvas, a latch … Continue reading

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How to Make T-Shirt Yarn: New One Minute Video

We interrupt Refashion Runway Season Five to bring you this special announcement: If you been inspired by the creative and talented designers from Refashion Runway and would like to try some refashioning yourself, but you’re not sure where to start, … Continue reading

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