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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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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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Happy Mother’s Day!!!

Posted on May 12, 2019 by

 My beautiful mom! Each time I look in the mirror, your eyes smile back at me. Each time I sew, your hands guide me along. Each time I fall, your arms lift me up. Each time I pray, your voice … Continue reading →

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Throwback Saturday: Polka Dot Shirt Redesign Tutorial

Posted on April 27, 2019 by

“Life is trying things to see if they work.” -Ray Bradbury This shirt and post are the perfect examples of Ray Bradbury’s quote. When I started out redesigning this huge shirt, I wasn’t really sure where I was going with … Continue reading →

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Easy Last Minute DIY Gift: Flannel and Fringe Scarf (Tutorial and Video)

Posted on December 21, 2018 by

Little did my mom know that when she declared the Christmas of 1971 as a “Handmade Holiday,” she changed my life forever. I can still remember feeling so honored and loved when even my dad, who was Mr. Busy and Mr. … Continue reading →

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