Tag Archives: reconstructed clothing

Today is National Wear Your Cardigan Day

Posted on February 19, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Not really, I just made that up. But it is true that Mr. Rogers began putting on his iconic cardigan forty six years ago today, when his television show, Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, debuted on February 19, 1968. So, in honor of Fred … Continue reading →

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DIY: Upcycled Sweater Beret

Posted on February 14, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Every once in awhile, someone crosses my path and I just know I’m going to like this person forever. Happened to me a couple of years ago when Elizabeth came into our school as a student teacher. What a natural. … Continue reading →

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Denim Basket Winner

Posted on February 9, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

You know, there are a few projects that come along that make me happy in every way. This denim basket is one of them. Not only do I like the way the basket turned out, but I’m actually quite fond … Continue reading →

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DIY: Ruffled Heart Shirt Just in Time For Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 8, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

For those of you lucky enough to have a little girl in your life this Valentine’s Day, I’ve put together a ruffled heart shirt tutorial for you. All you need are several thrift shop t-shirts, a sewing machine, scissors and a free … Continue reading →

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DIY: Upcycled Sweater Scarf Tutorial and Giveaway

Posted on February 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I woke up this morning to a beautiful winter wonderland. The air absolutely still, every branch veiled in white, a smooth carpet of snow replacing the brown mud of yesterday. And to top it all off, it’s SATURDAY and those … Continue reading →

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DIY: Upcycled No Sew Denim Basket (And Another Give Away)

Posted on January 20, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I have to say, this latest slide show tutorial I did for eHow has got to be one of my favorites! Not only do I love the basket, but I’m thrilled with the images, too. Everything about this makes me … Continue reading →

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Smitten Winner Number Two

Posted on January 18, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Thank you, once again, for pinning and all of your wonderful comments over at my eHow Upcycled Sweater Dress Tutorial. As promised, I chose one lucky pinner to win this pair of Smittens made from the left over sweater pieces. … Continue reading →

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Winter Sweater Dress and Another Giveaway

Posted on January 4, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ok now, I would seriously wear my new refashioned sweater dress EVERY day if I thought nobody would notice. It is super comfy (especially since my sweet tooth has been running amok over the holidays) and it is super warm. … Continue reading →

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Cut Out and Keep Sewing Super Star

Posted on December 30, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

When the lovely Scottish Cat Morley, founder of Cut Out and Keep, asked if I’d like to be a Sewing Superstar on her amazing site, I didn’t have to think about it very long. OF COURSE I WOULD!!! Cat and … Continue reading →

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And the Winner of the Smittens is…….

Posted on December 16, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Linda Salzman Sieroslawski! Congratulations, Linda! Email me at bhunting@eoni.com and let me know where to send them. You can find my tutorial for the Smittens here. Happy Holidays! For more inspiration: