Tag Archives: recycling

Time-Traveling DIY: Recreating the 1962 Foldout Barbie Dream House from a Cardboard Box!

Posted on January 29, 2024 by The Renegade Seamstress

“What’s this, Beth? Another dollhouse in the works?” Yep! I had an absolute blast creating this foldout cardboard Barbie house—like, WAYYYYYYY too much fun. It’s starting to dawn on me; I might be regressing back into my childhood years. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Barbie house, Crafting, DIY, dollhouse, fabric, Photography, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, upcycling | Tagged 1962 foldout barbie house, Barbie, Barbie house, Cardboard dollhouse, DIY, dollhouse, kids, miniature, miniatures, recycling, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial | 9 Comments

Create a Darling Dollhouse From a Vintage Suitcase

Posted on January 28, 2024 by The Renegade Seamstress

This vintage suitcase dollhouse is the perfect blend of a passion for interior design, an affinity for thrifting, and a commitment to reusing cherished materials. It’s a creative jackpot for those who appreciate the art of upcycling. Continue reading →

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How to Make a Snug-as-a-Bug-in-a-Rug Mug Cozy From an Old Sweater

Posted on January 5, 2024 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ever come in from a thrilling day of carving up the slopes or a laughter-filled sled race with your kiddos, cheeks rosy and heart pumping, only to be greeted by the frosty bite of winter’s chill? Brrr! ❄️ We’ve all … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafting, DIY, Reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, upcycling | Tagged DIY, fashion, mug cozy, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 6 Comments

DIY Flannel Mittens: Your Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Upcycling an Old Shirt into Cozy Winter Accessories

Posted on December 2, 2023 by The Renegade Seamstress

Flannel mittens made from a flannel shirt Continue reading →

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Hot Water Bottle Sweater Giveaway

Posted on November 30, 2023 by The Renegade Seamstress

The Renegade Seamstress, known for her creative upcycling projects, is entering the digital world, specifically on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. To celebrate, she’s holding a hot water bottle sweater giveaway, an opportunity for her followers to win handmade chic items. Participants increase their chances by liking, following, and commenting on all her social media platforms, sharing personal stories about their DIY or upcycling experiences. This step marks the Seamstress’s intention to spread the upcycling concept to the digital world. Continue reading →

Posted in Crafting, DIY, gifts, Giveaway, Reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Tutorial, Upcycled clothes, upcycling, video | Tagged DIY, giveaway, hot water bottle sweater, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 2 Comments

Rockin’ Around the DIY Advent Calendar: A Fun and Sustainable Holiday Project Using Upcycled Materials!

Posted on November 30, 2023 by The Renegade Seamstress

We’re talkin’ about a DIY Advent Calendar made from upcycled materials. That’s right, folks – we’re turning trash into holiday treasure! Ready to deck the halls with boughs of eco-friendly creativity? Let’s sleigh this project together! Continue reading →

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Crafting Holiday Magic Week: Unwrapping the Joy of DIY Christmas Creations

Posted on November 25, 2023 by The Renegade Seamstress

Let’s pick up our needles, dust off our sewing machines, and dive back into the world of limitless creativity together! Continue reading →

Posted in Sewing | Tagged 12 Days of Christmas, advent calendar, apron, DIY, gnomes, holiday, napkin folding, ornaments, reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 10 Comments

How to Make Wool Dryer Balls From an Old Sweater

Posted on March 26, 2022 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh no! You reached for your favorite wool sweater and realized with heartache that the moths have gotten to it, and now there are holes. Maybe your treasured alpaca wool sweater has been unraveling, and you’ve been wondering what to … Continue reading →

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The DIY Sweater Mitten Making Mansion and Tutorial: A Blast From the Past: 2012

Posted on January 24, 2021 by The Renegade Seamstress

All of the attention and fun that has been coming out of Bernie Sanders Sweater Mittens has inspired me to look back at a fun sweater mitten making class I taught in 2012 and some pictures of the finished mittens … Continue reading →

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If you Can’t Find Elastic For Your Face Masks, Use T-Shirt Yarn

Posted on March 27, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

Shortage of elastic? Yep, with so many DIY face masks are being sewn worldwide the demand for elastic has skyrocketed. If elastic is in short supply where you are, t-shirt yarn could be a good, free and available alternative. Click … Continue reading →