Tag Archives: clothing

How to Make a Plaid Flannel Fringe Scarf and Two Giveaways

Posted on December 6, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Little did my mom know that when she declared the Christmas of 1971 as a “Handmade Holiday,” she changed my life forever. I can still remember feeling so honored and loved when even my dad, who was Mr. Busy and Mr. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, crafting, DIY, fashion, giveaway, plaid flannel and fringe scarf, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, tutorial | 50 Comments

Mom, BurdaStyle is on the Phone For You Again!

Posted on December 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I love BurdaStyle! I love BurdaStyle! I love BurdaStyle! I’ll say it again, I love BurdaStyle! Not only do they have a wonderful on-line community; always helpful, always teaching, and beautiful patterns, but everyone who works for them is so … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged BurdaStyle Web Seminar, clothing, DIY, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, webinar | 9 Comments

Make a Festive Faux Fur Collar To Attend Your Holiday Parties in Style

Posted on November 29, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

It’s no secret that I love parties! The bigger, the better. The more the merrier. So many reasons for a party, so little time. I truly am a walking party cliche. 🙂 To me, one of the best things about the holiday … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, faux fur collar, giveaway, holiday parties, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial | 23 Comments

The Renegade Seamstress Featured in Mother Earth News

Posted on November 20, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve always been a DIY kind of girl. Pouring over each and every issue of Mother Earth News magazine from the time I was in my teens, reading every article and trying out many of the projects. I imagined myself living off the land, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, Mother Earth News, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, upcycling | 20 Comments

Wrap Up in Style in a DIY Wool Blanket Coat

Posted on November 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Look! Is it a cape? Is it a shawl? Is it a poncho? NO! It’s a BLANKET COAT… and apparently, all the major designers have them in their 2014 fall collections. You can be right on trend and easily make one from … Continue reading →

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Six Easy Ways to Finish a Seam Without a Serger and Another Refashion Handbook Giveaway

Posted on October 25, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Back in junior high school, I made my tall, blonde, guitar playing boyfriend a western style, woven, plaid shirt. Oh, I was so proud of how well it fit him and it was one of the most involved sewing projects … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial | 47 Comments

Weekend Reading: Upcycled Fashions for Kids and a Giveaway

Posted on October 24, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Cynthia Anderson is a girl after my own heart and she has some of the luckiest children on the planet. Her new book, Upcycled Fashions for Kids, is filled with ideas for creating one of a kind, upcycled creations for kids. If … Continue reading →

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DIY: Make a Maxi Skirt with a Yoga Style Waistband, a Refashion Handbook Winner, and Another Book Giveaway

Posted on October 18, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Last winter, I declared that I could wear my upcycled sweater dress everyday if I thought no one would notice. Well, this week’s maxi skirt project is definitely right up there in my “wear every day if I could” category. It was … Continue reading →

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The Refashion Handbook: Launch Party Photos

Posted on October 17, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Like I said the other day, at one point during the book launch party, I looked around and became so overwhelmed by all the love and support that filled the studio. I was amazed and touched by how far many of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Book Launch Party, clothing, DIY, fashion, painted antlers, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 36 Comments

Upcycled DIY Leather Fringe Bag and Another Book Giveaway

Posted on October 14, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ok, so maybe, just MAYBE, listening to Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones in the studio influenced this week’s project just a little bit. I have to admit, I totally think I’m so cool now loading up my laptop and … Continue reading →