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Author Archives: The Renegade Seamstress
Sweater to Hat and Mitten Tutorial
There’s a crackling fire in our wood stove and the fresh snow in the mountains is inspiring me to refashion an ill-fitting sweater into a festive pair of mittens and a warm hat. How about you? Click here for the … Continue reading
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Tagged sweater hat, upcycling, Thrifting, sweater refashion, Sewing, Refashion, mittens, tutorial, DIY, reconstructed clothing, alterations
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DIY Felted Wool Coffee Cozy (Great for Gifting)
Brrrrrrrr… I woke up the other day to the first frost, reminding me that winter really is on its way. Definitely time to bring out those warm sweaters and bundle up. How about making a sweater for your favorite winter … Continue reading
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Tagged upcycling, Sewing, Refashion, DIY, crafts, alterations, coffee cozy
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Throwback Tuesday: An Upcycled Sweater Just in Time For Christmas
Thrift store clothes amaze me. Even after all these years of shopping second hand, I’m still thrilled when I find quality clothing for very little moolah. And even better, they don’t even have to fit when you know how to … Continue reading
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Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, sweater, tutorial
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5 Holiday Gifts You Can Make This Weekend
It’s Black Friday and the big question is… Should you shop or should you sew? You know what my answer would be… Sew of course! #1 This Adorable Cookie Bag is Perfect For Your Cookie Exchange Give your delicious cookies the presentation they … Continue reading
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Tagged bucket bag, cookie bag, crafts, DIY, DIY clutch purse, felt wine bag, Holiday crafts, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Sweater trees, tutorial
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How to Sew a Weighted Blanket: A New Video
The next time you’d like to catch some serious z’s, snuggle up with a weighted blanket and wake up on the right side of the bed every morning. If you have insomnia or sensory integration issues, a weighted blanket just … Continue reading
Costume Week: Are You a Good Witch or a Bad Witch?
I’m pretty sure Susan, from Second Chances by Susan is a good witch. She used her powers for good during the second season of Refashion Runway and won the Halloween Challenge with this stunning refashioned witch costume. Starting with this menagerie of … Continue reading
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Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, Halloween Costumes, Refashion, Refashion Runway, Sewing, tutorial
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Costume Week: Glinda the Good Witch
Welcome back to Costume Week! If you tend to be more of a good witch than a bad witch, you can create this classic Glinda costume for Halloween from an outdated formal dress found at a thrift store. Just add … Continue reading
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Tagged DIY, diy crown, Halloween Costumes, reconstructed clothing, tutorial, upcycling
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Costume Week: Homemade Dorothy Inspired Costume, Ruby Slippers and All
Welcome back to Costume Week at The Renegade Seamstress. Today, you can Follow the Yellow Brick Road and click your heels three times to find out how to make the iconic Dorothy costume. “You’ve always had the power my dear, … Continue reading
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Tagged clothing, DIY, Halloween Costumes, Refashion, Ruby Slippers, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling
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Costume Week: There’s a New Sheriff in Town
It’s that time of year again! Time to pull out a few thrift store finds from the bottom of the pile and create a fun costume for Halloween. My motto is quick and easy these days so I kept it … Continue reading
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Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, Halloween Costumes, Sewing, tutorial
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Costume Week: Wicked Witch of the West
It’s costume week at The Renegade Seamstress! Whether you’ve been invited to a costume party or you’re lucky enough to be able to dress up at work, it’s never too early to be thinking of this year’s Halloween costume. Here is a week’s … Continue reading
