Tag Archives: giveaway

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged boot sweaters, clothing, DIY, fashion, faux fur, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 52 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, Easy Rider, fashion, giveaway, leather jacket, Refashion, Sewing, Sturgis, sweater refashion, The Refashion Handbook | 88 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling, winter sweater tote | 43 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 8 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, gifts, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 35 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, crafting, DIY, Frozen, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, snowflake wrapping paper, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial | 39 Comments

Sign Up For My BurdaStyle Webinar Today and Win

Posted on December 8, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Today, at 11:00 EST, I’ll be presenting live for BurdaStyle: Refashion: Inspiration and Projects to Revamp and Recycle Your Wardrobe for Less You can sign up here, and even if you aren’t able to attend the live version you will … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged BurdaStyle Web Seminar, clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook | 4 Comments

How to Make a Plaid Flannel Fringe Scarf and Two Giveaways

Posted on December 6, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, crafting, DIY, fashion, giveaway, plaid flannel and fringe scarf, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, tutorial | 50 Comments

Make a Festive Faux Fur Collar To Attend Your Holiday Parties in Style

Posted on November 29, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

It’s no secret that I love parties! The bigger, the better. The more the merrier. So many reasons for a party, so little time. I truly am a walking party cliche. 🙂 To me, one of the best things about the holiday … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, faux fur collar, giveaway, holiday parties, Refashion, Sewing, tutorial | 23 Comments

DIY: Winter Scarf Camera Strap and a Winner

Posted on November 22, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh, baby! It’s been cold around here. Not that it’s a bad thing. As a matter of fact, the cold can make for some delightful trips to town. A few days ago, the frigid air was perfectly still and the huge bare trees … Continue reading →