Category Archives: fabric

DIY Reusable Microwave Popcorn Bags: New One Minute Video

Posted on April 30, 2019 by The Renegade Seamstress

Popcorn—not only does it tastes great, it also connects us to people we love and good times. From snuggling up together on a couch watching movies to cheering on our favorite team, popcorn plays a big part. But, if you’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, fabric, food, Sewing, Tutorial, video | Tagged food, fun, popcorn, video | 16 Comments

DIY Nautical Shirt with Fabric Paint

Posted on June 16, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

So what does a DIY girl such as myself do when they are feeling nautical? Refashion of course! Start with a thrift store t shirt. First, alter your shirt to fit if need be. (You can find a resizing … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafting, DIY, fabric, Reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, Upcycled clothes, upcycling | Tagged nautical, Refashion | 46 Comments

DIY Summer Totebag

Posted on June 3, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

A few years ago, before blogging, I downloaded a tote bag pattern. For awhile I had that pattern memorized. My sewing machine was smoking as I made bags for practically everyone I knew. Today, I made yet another bag. Perhaps … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafting, DIY, fabric, gifts, Photography, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial | Tagged crafts, DIY tote bag, fabric bag, tote bag | 69 Comments

DIY Summer Maxi Skirt Refashion Tutorial

Posted on May 25, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve been seeing summer maxi dresses and skirts everywhere! And I had just the thrift store dress to refashion into one. It was so unflattering in every way except I loved the color and the print. So I got … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafting, DIY, fabric, Photography, Reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, Upcycled clothes, upcycling | Tagged DIY maxi skirt, skirt refashion | 144 Comments

DIY Simple Skirt Refashion

Posted on May 11, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Paper bag waist skirts. Super cute! Super easy! I started with this dress from the last bag sale at my local thrift store. When you divide all the things I stuffed into the bag for two dollars, this dress most … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, fabric, Photography, Reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, Upcycled clothes, upcycling | Tagged fashion, Refashion, skirt, skirt refashion | 64 Comments

DIY Create Skinny Trousers from Wide Legs Tutorial

Posted on May 5, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Stacy and Clinton told me NOT to do this. But I did it anyway. And I like it! Stacy and Clinton have been telling me all these years with my wide hips that this narrow cut will make me look … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, fabric, Photography, Reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, Upcycled clothes, upcycling | Tagged Refashion, trouser refashion | 115 Comments

A Giveaway to thank you for your encouragement!

Posted on April 4, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Good morning everyone! I am feeling especially grateful this morning for all the support and encouragement you’ve bestowed upon me over the past three months and I want to thank you for signing up to go on this adventure with … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafting, DIY, fabric, Giveaway, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, upcycling | Tagged DIY fabric flowers, fabric flowers | 58 Comments

DIY Fabric Basket

Posted on March 31, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Everyone needs a new basket this time of year. Don’cha think? This is my version of a NO SEW woven basket. I know it’s hard to believe but some people out there think they can’t sew. I won’t mention any … Continue reading →

Posted in baby, Crafting, DIY, Easter, fabric, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, upcycling | Tagged fabric basket | 31 Comments

DIY Shirt Refashion

Posted on March 30, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Let’s start with this thrift store, button down, men’s shirt that I’m going to wear backwards. Yep, that’s right, I said backwards. Use this strip for the waistband With right sides together, pin and sew sleeve back into sleeve casing … Continue reading →