Tag Archives: DIY

Upcycled Cashmere Peplum

Posted on March 4, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

A great place to find bargains at your thrift store is in the men’s section. So often we women buy our men wonderful cashmere sweaters as gifts. We imagine ourselves snuggling up to our sweetie pie, watching movies, and feeling … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged cashmere, DIY, peplum, reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 33 Comments

Easy Zippered Pouch Tutorial

Posted on March 2, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

As a teacher, I find myself needing quick little presents for people throughout the year. But a teacher’s salary doesn’t allow me to be too extravagant in my gift giving. A zippered pouch is a win-win situation in my book. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, gifts, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling, zippered pouch | 56 Comments

Oscar Worthy Upcycled Bow Clutch

Posted on February 25, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

As I sit here and watch the Academy Awards, I can’t help but think how choosing a refashion project is very similar to The Oscars. (I know, just stay with me on this one 🙂 ) “And today, the nominees … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clutch, crafts, cycling, DIY, purse, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, thrift store, tweed jacket, upcycling, wool clutch | 25 Comments

Being Zhenya-Refashion Icon of the Month and a Sweet Giveaway

Posted on February 24, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

She describes herself as an ordinary Russian girl from Minneapolis. I beg to differ. She is not an ordinary girl, she is a beautiful and talented Russian girl from Minneapolis who Loves thrifting, refashioning, beauty, fashion, and DIY projects Her name … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged beauty, clothing, crafting, DIY, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 4 Comments

A Renegade Tote Bag Tutorial – Happy Birthday, Carol!

Posted on February 23, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Last summer I posted a popular DIY Summer Totebag with a link to the tutorial I used. WHAT IS THAT YOU SAY!!!???! That tutorial is no longer available!!??! Dang! Well, have no fear, The Renegade Seamstress is here. 🙂 I just … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafting, DIY, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Totebag, tutorial, upcycling | 146 Comments

Dress For Change Week April 1-7, 2013

Posted on February 19, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Meet Sheyanne Root. When I read what she was doing, I immediately signed up. She is a senior at Burns High School in Oregon. For her senior project she has started a Dress For Change Week. This is an except … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged charity organization, DIY, Dress For Change, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Senior project, Sewing, Thrifting, upcycling | 13 Comments

“Feelin’ the Love” in my Valentine’s Day Refashion

Posted on February 14, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Valentine’s Day is my favorite classroom party day. The elation on a six year old’s face when they open a small card from a friend is priceless. My students constantly remind me of how to find joy in the simple … Continue reading →

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Upcycle a Vintage Vera Sheet Set to a Cute Skirt

Posted on February 9, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

It was the strangest sound. I noticed it as soon as I woke up that morning. Not that I recognized it right away. All I comprehended was the feeling it gave me. So relaxed, calm and serene but not sure … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, Pattern making, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, skirt, thrift store, upcycle, vintage vera sheets | 71 Comments

Upcycled, No Sew Leg Warmers From an Old Thrift Store Sweater

Posted on January 26, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

A couple weeks ago, I was invited to spend the weekend at my friend’s cabin near the Anthony Lakes Ski Resort. Of course, I couldn’t show up with a regular tote so I upcycled a thrift store sweater to a … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Anthony Lakes Ski Resort, boot socks, DIY, reconstructed clothng, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, sweater socks, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 63 Comments

Create Your Own Custom Skirt and Take Over the World :)

Posted on January 19, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Good morning and Happy Saturday!!! Check out this great Custom Skirt video on You Tube that I found this morning. She shows you how to draft a custom pattern and how to construct the skirt complete with an invisible zipper, … Continue reading →