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.

DIY: Felted Jewelry Pouch Tutorial

Posted on March 29, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’m proud of the people I come from and I happen to be the lucky recipient and caretaker of some of their most cherished pieces of jewelry. Isn’t this dress amazing! Aren’t they beautiful! And they were a big part of the Washington DC social … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafting, DIY, fashion, giveaway, history, Jewelry, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial | 27 Comments

DIY: Three Refashioned Easter Basket Tutorials

Posted on March 26, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

“Here comes Peter Cottontail, hopping down the bunny trail, hippity, hoppity, Easter’s on it’s way!” This year, why not create a handmade fabric Easter basket that your child will cherish after the treats inside are long gone. I’ve put together … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafting, denim, DIY, Easter basket, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 11 Comments

DIY: Boho Chic Cowgirl Shirt and Some Winners

Posted on March 22, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I love the Boho Chic look. I was thrilled to find a HUGE sheer peasant shirt at the thrift store. I planned to channel my inner hippie and wear it proudly. Well, perhaps it’s because I live in rural Eastern … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged boho chic cowgirl, clothing, denim shirt, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, upcycling | 58 Comments

Meet Debby From Culler Creations

Posted on March 17, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’d like to introduce you to my newest partner, Debby Carter from Culler Creations. Debby lives way up north in Alaska and loves to sew and refashion. She designed an innovative pattern for a toasty warm Snow Skirt and has taught … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, Culler Creations, DIY, fashion, patterns, Refashion, Sewing, Snow Skirt | 7 Comments

DIY: Gussy Up Your Denim With a Vintage Serape

Posted on March 15, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Mark my words, one of these days you’ll be receiving a postcard from some exotic place with my name on the back. I think somewhere in warm and sunny Mexico would be just the ticket. I have a feeling … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, denim jacket, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, vintage serape | 36 Comments

DIY: Tribal Print Leather Bracelet

Posted on March 10, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ok, I think it’s time I tell you something about myself. Most of the time when I tell people about this, the looks on their faces say they don’t believe me. But it’s true. For a long time I didn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, fashion, giveaway, leather bracelet, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Thrifting, tribal print, tutorial, upcycling | 43 Comments

Mom, BurdaStyle is on the Phone for You!!!!!

Posted on March 6, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

This has definitely been a year of firsts for me. Just when things start to get comfortable, I’m thrust into a whole new realm. A whole new opportunity comes my way. Last Thursday, Alicyn Stensaas, the eMedia Production Coordinator for … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged BurdaStyle, clothing, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling, web seminar | 73 Comments

Simple Alteration: Big Change for a Denim Coat

Posted on March 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Pretty sure I’m not alone in this. Getting things big enough for my hips usually means too big in the waist. What to do? Sometimes too big not only means too wide but it also means too long. I love … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, denim coat, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 28 Comments

Winners Announced

Posted on March 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

The winner of this cute sweater beret is: Tara Crawford Leininger And the winner of the Craft Schmaft Hot Air Balloon Kit is: LeeAnn Curtis Thank you both so much for your nice comments over at eHow on my … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, sweater beret | 3 Comments

Today is National Wear Your Cardigan Day

Posted on February 19, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Not really, I just made that up. But it is true that Mr. Rogers began putting on his iconic cardigan forty six years ago today, when his television show, Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, debuted on February 19, 1968. So, in honor of Fred … Continue reading →