Author Archives: The Renegade Seamstress

About The Renegade Seamstress

I'm a busy wife, mom, grandma, and teacher who loves to create. I've joined the refashion scene and I 'd like to share and connect with all those talented and creative people out there doing similar things.

Refashion Runway Season Five: Meet the Judges

Posted on January 28, 2020

A big shout out to these creative and talented women who have agreed to be judges this season! Meet Susan Luke from Second Chances by Susan Most of you will recognize Susan from Refashion Runway Season Two and Refashion Runway … Continue reading →

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Statement Sleeves Sew Along: Refashion Runway Season Five

Posted on January 27, 2020

Welcome to our very first creative Sew Along for Season Five: Leslee Brandt “Have followed all seasons and took the plunge to follow along this go round! The denim shirt was one my daughter put in the donate pile. The … Continue reading →

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Throwback Sunday: Easy, Basic and Fun Sleeve Refashion

Posted on January 26, 2020

This isn’t exactly a “Statement Sleeve” but since that’s the challenge for this week in Refashion Runway, I thought I’d share a post from a few years ago of an easy sleeve refashion of my own: Inspiration can be found … Continue reading →

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Time To Vote: Statement Sleeves- Refashion Runway Season Five

Posted on January 25, 2020

OK, here we go! Let the voting begin! Wait ’til you see what these talented ladies have created for you this week. From lace, to men’s suits, to even candy wrappers (yep, I said candy wrappers 🙂 ) I promise, … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Rag Quilt: New One Minute Video

Posted on January 23, 2020

Embrace the Fray! If you’ve been wanting to try your hand at quilting, a rag quilt is the perfect place to start. All you have to be able to do is cut squares and sew a straight line. No need … Continue reading →

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Refashion Runway Season Five: Meet the Contestants Video

Posted on January 11, 2020

One of my goals for Season Five of Refashion Runway is to include more videos. Well, here’s the first video for this season. I’m totally open to your feedback because I know there’s always room for improvement. Let me know … Continue reading →

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Refashion Runway Season Five: Contestants and Challenges Announced Today

Posted on January 11, 2020

Finally! It’s the big announcement! And let me tell you, this has not been easy. So many wonderful people applied for Season Five of Refashion Runway and I just couldn’t narrow it down to less than 15 contestants. I know … Continue reading →

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What is Refashion Runway Anyway? A Look Back Through the Seasons

Posted on January 6, 2020

Well, it’s happening this Saturday, January 11, the contestants and challenges for Season Five of Refashion Runway will be announced. Sheesh Ka Bob!  All of the entries are so impressive, I just don’t know how I’m going to choose only … Continue reading →

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You Voted and the Winner is…… The Sweater Dress Refashion

Posted on January 6, 2020

Ta Da! According to your votes, this sweater refashion was by far the favorite. (I gotta admit, it’s my all-time favorite, too) But, I heard the link was broken, so here’s the tutorial just in case you want to try … Continue reading →

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Coolest thing EVAH! Project Runway Contestants Hit the Goodwill

Posted on January 3, 2020

The timing couldn’t be any better! Last night’s episode of Project Runway is an upcycling challenge!!!! The contestants had to design a look for Karlie Kloss to wear to a Paris fashion event made entirely from Goodwill finds. How cool … Continue reading →

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