Tag Archives: hats

“Vacay All Day” in This Fun DIY Summer Hat

Posted on May 5, 2016 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ah, summer: it’s the time of year when you want to spend every single day out in the sunshine. And whether or not you’re soaking up rays in your backyard or on a holiday, now is the time to take … Continue reading →

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One More Refashion Runway Sew Along

Posted on September 27, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Thank you and a big welcome to  Sue McDonnel. who calls herself a “Long Time Blog Follower, First Time Submitter”, for this fun plaid refashion. She started with this beautiful Highland Queen Canadian Maple Leaf Tartan 100% wool suit from her … Continue reading →

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Vintage Vera Tablecloth to Kentucky Derby Dress

Posted on May 5, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

And They’re Off….. I finished my Kentucky Derby Party Dress just in time to hop in the car and head to  Portland. To make the dress, I used this Vintage Vera Tablecloth I found at my thrift store last year. … Continue reading →

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Will the real mitten tutorial, please stand up!

Posted on January 1, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

In one of my earlier posts, I linked you to a tutorial on making mittens. Although a great tutorial, it wasn’t the one I actually used. (Oops, my bad). After finishing this pair of mittens to go along the hat … Continue reading →

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Another sweater transformation

Posted on December 27, 2011 by The Renegade Seamstress

Here’s a wool sweater from the thrift store that someone washed and shrunk. But it was perfect for making a hat and mittens. I used the shirt for a liner for the hat.   Check out this tutorial for making … Continue reading →

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