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Shhhhhh…..Don’t Tell Cooper Skirt

Ok, so your on to me. Each skirt made exactly the same during this Week of the Refashioned Skirt. But not this one. No, not this one!    Can you tell the difference between today’s skirt and all the rest?    … Continue reading

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Week of the Refashioned Skirt: Day Three

My friend, Linda, is a true Fashionista. Getting dressed is her art form. Her body is her canvas. She is a master at putting together colors, textures and patterns. When I was lucky enough to work in the same building … Continue reading

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Week of the Refashioned Skirt: Day Two

Good Morning! It’s Day Two of the Week of the Refashioned Skirt.   Sew a new side seam then fold down a quarter inch of the raw edge on the top of the skirt and sew. Now sew a quarter … Continue reading

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“If I Were in Charge of the World” Skirt

If I were in charge of the world, I would officially declare this as: “The Week of the Refashioned Skirt” In honor of this important week, I pledge to wear one refashioned thrift store skirt each day. DAY ONE: I … Continue reading

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The Easiest Dress Refashion on the Planet!

No, seriously. This IS the easiest refashion on the face of the planet. I found a boxy shift dress on fifty cent day at the thrift store the other day. It reminded me of the scrubs that nurses wear. But … Continue reading

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An Accidental Mother of the Bride Dress: One Year Later

I’ve never been a good clothes shopper. Just ask my sister, Jan, who would painstakingly shop for the perfect outfits while I was off swimming, riding my bike, and hanging out with my friends. But when I needed something to … Continue reading

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DIY: A Girl Can at Least Dream Skirt

I’ve never been to Hawaii. But judging from the looks of the men’s section at my local thrift store,  I’m guessing that many men here do make the trip, sport a Hawaiian shirt while there and donate it ASAP when … Continue reading

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Lose 30 Pounds in One Afternoon!

How do you lose 30 pounds in one afternoon you ask? Well, a vigorous session of refashioning of course! Just take a look:   It’s amazing how wearing clothes that fit well can make all the difference in the world. … Continue reading

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Introducing: Kelli Davidson from Kelli’s Retro Kitchen Arts

My blog friend Kelli from Kelli’s Retro Kitchen Arts was inspired by The Renegade Seamstress  DIY Blue Indigo Tie Dye Refashion to make some cute Tie Dyed Onesies. Way to go Kelli! Kelli’s blog is full of great recipes and canning ideas. She has … Continue reading

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Introducing: Linda Loo Things To Do!

Wow! As I’ve said before, to inspire someone to try something new is one of my favorite things about blogging. Linda from Linda Loo Things To Do was inspired by The Renegade Seamstress T Shirt Dress and made this clever version. AH-DOR-A-BLE! You … Continue reading

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