Category Archives: recycling

Create a Darling Dollhouse From a Vintage Suitcase

This vintage suitcase dollhouse is the perfect blend of a passion for interior design, an affinity for thrifting, and a commitment to reusing cherished materials. It’s a creative jackpot for those who appreciate the art of upcycling. Continue reading

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How to Make a Snug-as-a-Bug-in-a-Rug Mug Cozy From an Old Sweater

Ever come in from a thrilling day of carving up the slopes or a laughter-filled sled race with your kiddos, cheeks rosy and heart pumping, only to be greeted by the frosty bite of winter’s chill? Brrr! ❄️ We’ve all … Continue reading

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Cozy Up Your Christmas: Your Ultimate Guide to Crafting Cuddly Gnomes from Old Sweaters

Hey there, fellow sweater-hoarders and Christmas enthusiasts! Have you ever looked at that pile of old sweaters in your closet and thought, “If only these could turn into a bunch of adorable, cuddly Christmas gnomes, my holiday decorations would be … Continue reading

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DIY Flannel Mittens: Your Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Upcycling an Old Shirt into Cozy Winter Accessories

Flannel mittens made from a flannel shirt Continue reading

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Hot Water Bottle Sweater Giveaway

The Renegade Seamstress, known for her creative upcycling projects, is entering the digital world, specifically on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. To celebrate, she’s holding a hot water bottle sweater giveaway, an opportunity for her followers to win handmade chic items. Participants increase their chances by liking, following, and commenting on all her social media platforms, sharing personal stories about their DIY or upcycling experiences. This step marks the Seamstress’s intention to spread the upcycling concept to the digital world. Continue reading

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Rockin’ Around the DIY Advent Calendar: A Fun and Sustainable Holiday Project Using Upcycled Materials!

We’re talkin’ about a DIY Advent Calendar made from upcycled materials. That’s right, folks – we’re turning trash into holiday treasure! Ready to deck the halls with boughs of eco-friendly creativity? Let’s sleigh this project together! Continue reading

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DIY Delight: Transform an Old Sweater into a Super-Cozy Hot Water Bottle Cover – It’s Snuggle Time!

We’re talking about upcycling: Taking that old, unloved sweater – you know, the one with the coffee stain or the moth hole – or maybe a kitschy little number you nabbed from the thrift store, and turning it into a hot water bottle cover. Continue reading

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Make Stockings From Old Sweaters: New One Minute Video

The sparkly lights are up, the fragrant tree is decorated, and the fancy cookies are baked —now it’s time to adorn your mantel. Why not dazzle Santa this year and hang up a delightful stocking you made yourself? Who knows, … Continue reading

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DIY Ruched Maternity Shirt Tutorial

No, I’m not pregnant! Remember that big secret I had to keep awhile back. It’s Katie! And I promised I’d make some ruched maternity shirts for her. Here we go: I started with thrift store shirts of the same color. … Continue reading

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OK, so about that pink belt……

For some reason I’m feeling compelled to either apologize or explain about that pink belt. Some readers loved it, others hated it, and others very graciously eluded to the fact that it wasn’t their favorite. Perhaps it’s the fact I … Continue reading

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