Tag Archives: DIY

DIY: Sweater Slippers

Posted on February 1, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Most days I wake up and when my feet hit the floor, I’m accomplishing things. Whether it’s laundry and dishes, heading to work, or creating some content for eHow, there is always something on my agenda. Most of the time, … Continue reading →

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DIY: Deer Head Silhouette Sweater

Posted on January 29, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I have a love/hate relationship with deer. When twenty of them are milling around the field in front of my picture windows with the snow covered Eagle Cap mountains rising up behind them, I’m totally in love. But, when they … Continue reading →

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The Refashion Handbook: A Best Seller!!! WHAT?!!???!

Posted on January 22, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I have to admit, I’ve become a bit of a numbers nerd. Data and numbers never used to roll my socks up and down. As a matter of fact, I used to cringe when the word data was used. (Remember … Continue reading →

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Add Some “Hattitude” to Your Winter Wardrobe With a DIY Pom Pom Sweater Hat

Posted on January 17, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Let’s face it, winter can be cold, dark and sometimes seem to last forever. But, growing up in Minnesota taught me to find ways to enjoy winter. As kids, we didn’t let the sub zero temperatures stop us from having … Continue reading →

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Make Your Boots Happy With Some DIY Boot Sweaters (Plus a Winner and Another Giveaway)

Posted on January 10, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Some people make sweaters for their husbands. Some people make sweaters for their dogs. Some people even make sweaters for their cats. Me? I like to make sweaters for my boots. I mean really! If it makes them happy, WHY NOT!!!?? … Continue reading →

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Cut and Paste Biker Jacket and a Giveaway

Posted on January 3, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

You know, a girl who marries a ruggedly handsome man with a taste for adventure shouldn’t be at all surprised when he announces he wants to buy a couple of Harleys, throw on some leathers and ride across the country Easy Rider … Continue reading →

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Create a Winter Sweater Tote From an Old Houndstooth Sweater

Posted on December 27, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

New Year’s Eve is on the way. Ring in the new year with this adorable DIY winter sweater tote. Along with all of the self-improvement resolutions you make this New Year’s Eve, be sure to include a declaration to make a … Continue reading →

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Where in the World is The Refashion Handbook? Send Your “Selfie” and Win!

Posted on December 23, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Apparently, The Refashion Handbook is traveling worldwide! It made it’s way all the way into Siegrid’s hands in Austria last week. Back in October, Jennifer let me know that she received her copy of The Refashion Handbook in Australia. Lyn … Continue reading →

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Create a Cozy Cardigan Cowl and Boot Socks From an Old Sweater in 10 Minutes or Less

Posted on December 21, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Whoa! It’s December 21. Only four days left. How did THAT happen? As a teacher, I get so caught up in all the school festivities that gift making and shopping for my own family doesn’t usually begin until the first day of … Continue reading →

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DIY: Snowflake Wrapping Paper With a Pine Branch, a Winner and Another Giveaway

Posted on December 13, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Up until yesterday, I think I was the only person on the planet who hadn’t seen the movie “Frozen.” As a matter of fact, one mom told me (as she was handing me the DVD with a smile on her face) that … Continue reading →