Author Archives: The Renegade Seamstress

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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.

Introducing: Kelli Davidson from Kelli’s Retro Kitchen Arts

My blog friend Kelli from Kelli’s Retro Kitchen Arts was inspired by The Renegade Seamstress  DIY Blue Indigo Tie Dye Refashion to make some cute Tie Dyed Onesies. Way to go Kelli! Kelli’s blog is full of great recipes and canning ideas. She has … Continue reading

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Introducing: Linda Loo Things To Do!

Wow! As I’ve said before, to inspire someone to try something new is one of my favorite things about blogging. Linda from Linda Loo Things To Do was inspired by The Renegade Seamstress T Shirt Dress and made this clever version. AH-DOR-A-BLE! You … Continue reading

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DIY: High Low Maxi Skirt Tutorial

I love the look of a maxi skirt, but let’s face it, when it’s in the nineties or over one hundred, a maxi can be hot, hot, hot. I made this Tie Dyed Maxi Skirt a while ago and decided … Continue reading

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DIY: Denim Dress Refashion Tutorial

Who doesn’t love a good denim dress? Well not this one. Eddie, Eddie, Eddie! What were you thinking? No wonder someone dropped it off at the thrift store. They probably laid it on the doorstep, rang the doorbell and ran. … Continue reading

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My Friend Valerie and her Vintage Dress Refashion

Lucky me!!! I’ve always been so fortunate to have assistants who also become my friends. Valerie is no exception! She joined our team last January and I’m thrilled to have her with us. Valerie calls herself Seamstress Interruptus. So appropriate … Continue reading

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DIY: Back to School Refashion

Well, it’s that time of year again. Everywhere I go, I’m asked if I’m ready to go back to school. This year, I can almost say yes. As far as my clothes go anyway. I just might have to declare … Continue reading

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DIY Pencil Skirt Refashion

I have a thing for blue and white. My eye is immediately drawn to that combination and into the thrift store basket it goes, no matter what. This skirt was no exception. However, it was so unflattering on me and … Continue reading

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DIY: Refashion a Man’s Shirt into a Beach Dress

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Your DIY Projects

One of my favorite things about blogging, is inspiring someone to try something new. If you’ve been inspired to make something from one of my posts, I’d love to see it and share it. So I’ve started a new page … Continue reading

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DIY: 1960’s Mad Men Inspired Dress Refashion

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

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