Tag Archives: DIY

How to Add Sleeves to a Sleeveless Dress

Posted on November 1, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I do it all the time. I buy those sleeveless thrift store dresses with a little fantasy playing in my head about how great I’m gonna look when I wear it. When I get home, I try it on, only to … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Pattern From Your Favorite Clothes

Posted on October 24, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

We’ve all had one — that comfortable dress we want to wear every day and wish we had in every color. Well, wish no more. Learn how to create a pattern from that favorite dress, so you can make a … Continue reading →

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Winner of The Refashion Handbook and More Fun Ways to Refashion Your Clothes

Posted on October 17, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’m a Kindergarten teacher. I’ve been a teacher for 26 years and have enjoyed (almost) every minute of it. When I grow up, I want to work in publishing. Magazines have always been my guilty pleasure and I’ve secretly wanted … Continue reading →

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Sewing 101: 14 Basic Sewing Alterations You Can Do Yourself

Posted on October 9, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

You could hire an expensive tailor, you could ask your friend or you could even send them off to your mother, but why do those things when you could actually do it yourself. Altering your own clothes can be fun. Really! … Continue reading →

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Fear Not the Zipper

Posted on October 3, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Zippers. Sometimes, your first instinct is to run and hide when you see one. But I’m here to tell you that armed with these simple zipper tricks, you can put away your fear and show those zippers who’s boss! As a matter … Continue reading →

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I Dream of “Genie” and How to Change a Crew Neck T-Shirt into a V-Neck

Posted on September 27, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I saw it, but walked right past the unassuming plain sewing machine case, there on the floor of the thrift store. Just keep walking, I thought, you don’t need another sewing machine. But on my way out, I happen to look down … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, Crew neck to V Neck, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Singer Genie, Thrifting, tutorial | 41 Comments

Costume Week: Gypsy Costume

Posted on September 25, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Mrs. Battington, Mrs. Huntingstone, Pete the Cat, and Mrs. Wishy Washy. To name just a few of the Halloween costumes that Mrs. Huntington has worn over the years. I instantly knew I’d be a gypsy when I saw this skirt … Continue reading →

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DIY Costume Week: Homemade Dorothy Inspired Costume

Posted on September 23, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Welcome back to Costume Week at The Renegade Seamstress. Today, you can Follow the Yellow Brick Road and click your heels three times to find out how to make the iconic Dorothy costume. “You’ve always had the power my dear, … Continue reading →

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DIY Costume Week: Glinda the Good Witch

Posted on September 21, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Welcome back to Costume Week! If you tend to be more of a good witch than a bad witch, you can create this classic Glinda costume for Halloween from an outdated formal dress found at a thrift store. Just add … Continue reading →

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DIY Costume Week: Wicked Witch of the West

Posted on September 20, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

It’s costume week at The Renegade Seamstress! Whether you’ve been invited to a costume party or you’re lucky enough to be able to dress up at work, it’s never too early to be thinking of this year’s Halloween costume. Here is a week’s … Continue reading →