Tag Archives: clothing

The Beauty of Bias Tape Part 3: Summer Shorts and Some Winners

Posted on May 20, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Well, he-llooooooo…………summer! So nice to have you back. Here in Eastern Oregon the grass is green, the lilacs are blooming and the sun has been shining. Time to break out the shorts and get ready for those glorious warm summer days. Head … Continue reading →

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Secret Ways to Make Your Sewing Blog a Success

Posted on May 17, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Blogging has been such a healthy part of my life for the last few years. When I started my little sewing blog, I never dreamed of the wonderful places it would take me, I never imagined the opportunities that would come my … Continue reading →

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Plenty of Pleats Skirt: A Refashion Tutorial

Posted on April 26, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Blue is one of my favorite colors and when Pantone announced the color for Spring 2014 was Dazzling Blue, I was thrilled. Designers used this color in their spring collections on the runways of New York, London, Milan and Paris. … Continue reading →

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Ten Minute T-Shirt Shrug

Posted on April 19, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ah, the pleasant air of spring…..makes me want to wear my summer dresses. But since it’s not quite warm enough for some of them, I transformed an old t-shirt to make a quick shrug that will ward off the chill … Continue reading →

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When was the last time you did something for the first time?

Posted on April 12, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

When was the last time you did something for the first time? This question has been floating around lately and it speaks so loudly to me. As you know, the past year has been filled with firsts for me, many of them exciting but … Continue reading →

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DIY: Upcycled Infinity Scarf (Bonus Feature: How to Crop a Circle in Photoshop)

Posted on April 6, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

They say, you learn something new everyday. So, today I figured out, all by my lonesome, how to crop a circle in photoshop. I know, I know, I can almost hear you saying, “Beth, that is so easy!” But everything I … Continue reading →

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Today is the Day!

Posted on March 31, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Today is the big day! At 8:00 am Pacific Time, I get to present my very first BurdaStyle web seminar. Refashion: Inspiration and Projects to Revamp and Recycle Your Wardrobe for Less There is still time to sign up if you’d … Continue reading →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →