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Refashion Runway Season Five: Meet the Contestants Video

Posted on January 11, 2020 by

One of my goals for Season Five of Refashion Runway is to include more videos. Well, here’s the first video for this season. I’m totally open to your feedback because I know there’s always room for improvement. Let me know … Continue reading →

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Refashion Runway Season Five: Contestants and Challenges Announced Today

Posted on January 11, 2020 by

Finally! It’s the big announcement! And let me tell you, this has not been easy. So many wonderful people applied for Season Five of Refashion Runway and I just couldn’t narrow it down to less than 15 contestants. I know … Continue reading →

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What is Refashion Runway Anyway? A Look Back Through the Seasons

Posted on January 6, 2020 by

Well, it’s happening this Saturday, January 11, the contestants and challenges for Season Five of Refashion Runway will be announced. Sheesh Ka Bob!  All of the entries are so impressive, I just don’t know how I’m going to choose only … Continue reading →

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You Voted and the Winner is…… The Sweater Dress Refashion

Posted on January 6, 2020 by

Ta Da! According to your votes, this sweater refashion was by far the favorite. (I gotta admit, it’s my all-time favorite, too) But, I heard the link was broken, so here’s the tutorial just in case you want to try … Continue reading →

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Coolest thing EVAH! Project Runway Contestants Hit the Goodwill

Posted on January 3, 2020 by

The timing couldn’t be any better! Last night’s episode of Project Runway is an upcycling challenge!!!! The contestants had to design a look for Karlie Kloss to wear to a Paris fashion event made entirely from Goodwill finds. How cool … Continue reading →

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Wrap Up 2019 With Some Refashioned Sweaters and Vote For Your Favorite

Posted on December 31, 2019 by

So many sweaters! So little time! I’m still doing it. Just ask Katie. It’s the first place I head when thrift shopping- THE SWEATER AISLE! There’s just something fun about giving old unloved sweaters a new lease on life. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Call For Season Five Refashion Runway Sponsors and There’s Still Time to Apply For Your Chance to Compete

Posted on December 20, 2019 by

This season is shaping up to become one of the best ever but we still need a few prize sponsors so, if you’d like to support the creative efforts of our contestants by donating a prize or gift certificate, just … Continue reading →

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DIY: How to Make a Pom Pom Wreath

Posted on December 19, 2019 by

Greet your guests with wooly wonderfulness all winter with this warm wreath made from pom poms. (Alliteration intended 🙂 ) Pom poms are super fun to make and can be made in any color and texture. You don’t even need … Continue reading →

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Do You Have Some Challenge Ideas for Refashion Runway Season Five? And a Giveaway!

Posted on December 18, 2019 by

One of my favorite things about Refashion Runway is connecting with people all over the world who love to transform old, unwanted clothes into new and wearable fashion. You are all so creative and talented and I’d love to get … Continue reading →

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Make Stockings From Old Sweaters: New One Minute Video

Posted on December 17, 2019 by

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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