Tag Archives: fashion

Floral Embroidery for Jeans: A New One Minute Video

Posted on September 10, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

OK, so maybe, just maybe I cheated a little bit. But can you blame me?!?!!! I love the look of embroidered jeans, so fresh and happy, but seriously, I just don’t have the time to embroider myself. Someday maybe “slow … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, embroidered jeans, fashion, floral embroidery, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial | 31 Comments

Easy to Make Mosquito Repellent Bracelet: A One Minute DIY Video

Posted on August 9, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

Summer means backyard BBQs, fun in the sun, and beach parties, but no one wants to be slapping pesky insects when venturing into the great outdoors. You can wave bye-bye to bugs and look great doing it when you wear … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bracelet, crafting, DIY, embroidery floss, fashion, fishtail braid, friendship bracelet, mosquito repellent bacelet, peppermint oil repellent, tutorial | 18 Comments

Make Shorts (or Pants) a Bigger Size: A DIY One Minute Video

Posted on July 20, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

I always have the best intentions every spring. “I’m going to lose those extra pounds and fit into my favorite shorts again.” But somehow July rolls around, it’s hot and the shorts don’t fit yet. I could just give them … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, jean shorts, one minute video, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial, upcycling | 15 Comments

DIY One Minute Video: Off-the-Shoulder Shirt

Posted on July 2, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

Sometimes, I worry about myself. Katie used to remind me quite often that it wasn’t the 70’s anymore. Maybe she was right, perhaps I haven’t moved on. I’ve always had a thing about off-the-shoulder blouses. I think they are so … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, off-the-shoulder top, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, sewing video | 6 Comments

How to Turn a Crew Neck T-Shirt Into a V-Neck: A Fun One Minute Sewing Video

Posted on April 8, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

For those group shirts you get from school/company/race/sport etc. that come with a high crew neck that seems to choke you and you’d like to feel like you had a little more breathing room…. Many women also choose a V-neck … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, Crew neck to V Neck, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, t shirt, tutorials | 19 Comments

A New Video Series to Binge Watch: The Renegade Seamstress Show

Posted on March 3, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

Need a new video series to binge watch? Well, you’ve come to the right place! OK, so it might not be the next Downton Abby or This is Us, and it really isn’t called The Renegade Seamstress Show (although I think … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, crafts, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, videos | 21 Comments

Turn Your Old Leather Jacket Into a Chic Bucket Bag

Posted on January 10, 2017 by The Renegade Seamstress

Whoa! I’m the first to admit that I love a good snowstorm. And I have to say, I’m partially to blame for this latest Snowpocalyse. I wished for a white Christmas. I wished for the cold so the snow would … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, fashion, Leather bucket bag, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial | 27 Comments

Top 10 Renegade Seamstress Projects of 2016

Posted on December 31, 2016 by The Renegade Seamstress

Call me weird, but I love reading all of the top 10 lists that come out at the end of the year. Anything from the most popular nail polish colors to the best new books to read. So, I thought you might … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial, upcycling | 21 Comments

DIY Cozy Sweater Slippers: Perfect Project For a Snowy Day

Posted on December 15, 2016 by The Renegade Seamstress

I just knew if I said it out loud, and said it enough times, it would happen. And it did! It’s officially a SNOW DAY!!! I don’t have to go to school and I get to go to the studio … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, crafts, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, sweater refashion, sweater slippers | 5 Comments

How to Make a Vintage Dr. Zhivago (Faux) Fur Hat, Plus Removable Fur Cuffs and Collar

Posted on November 5, 2016 by The Renegade Seamstress

OK, so I just couldn’t help myself. Rylee made this DIY fur hat look so amazing. And she did look like she should’ve been on the cover of Vogue, so I made a magazine cover for her. 🙂 And. It. Was. … Continue reading →