Tag Archives: Refashion

5 Holiday Gifts You Can Make This Weekend

Posted on November 23, 2018 by

It’s Black Friday and the big question is… Should you shop or should you sew? You know what my answer would be… Sew of course! #1 This Adorable Cookie Bag is Perfect For Your Cookie Exchange Give your delicious cookies the presentation they … Continue reading →

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Costume Week: Are You a Good Witch or a Bad Witch?

Posted on October 23, 2018 by

I’m pretty sure Susan, from Second Chances by Susan is a good witch. She used her powers for good during the second season of Refashion Runway and won the Halloween Challenge with this stunning refashioned witch costume. Starting with this menagerie of … Continue reading →

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Costume Week: Homemade Dorothy Inspired Costume, Ruby Slippers and All

Posted on October 21, 2018 by

Welcome back to Costume Week at The Renegade Seamstress. Today, you can Follow the Yellow Brick Road and click your heels three times to find out how to make the iconic Dorothy costume. “You’ve always had the power my dear, … Continue reading →

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Throwback Saturday: Five Minute T-Shirt Shrug Tutorial

Posted on August 25, 2018 by

I don’t know about you, but I felt a bit of fall in the air yesterday. I’m not ready to give up my summer dresses quite yet so here’s a great way to be able to wear them a little … Continue reading →

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Throwback Tuesday: DIY Ruffled T-Shirt Cardigan Tutorial

Posted on August 21, 2018 by

Here’s another refashion blast from the past that I think still holds up. So, if you’ve been thinking about giving this refashion thing a whirl, it’s the perfect beginning project. I promise you will be successful. 🙂 What should we … Continue reading →

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New One Minute Video: How to Add Pockets to a Dress or a Skirt

Posted on August 20, 2018 by

Oh, the luxury of a good pocket–perfect for phones, lipstick, or loose change. Plus, you can plunge your hands into them to look effortlessly casual during social situations. But what to do if your favorite dress or skirt is pocketless? … Continue reading →

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Giveaway: Sewing Survey So I Can Give You More of What You Want

Posted on August 18, 2018 by

Wow! It’s hard to believe that we’ve been doing this blogging thing together for 6 years now. From my very first tutorial to 5 fun seasons of Refashion Runway to publishing The Refashion Handbook to creating videos that have received … Continue reading →

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New One Minute Video: How to Stencil a Design on Jeans

Posted on August 11, 2018 by

Blue jeans aren’t just for cowboys anymore. Move on over you rugged men, we’ve got some fashion statements to make. We’re distressing them, cropping them, acid washing them and fraying them–anything to make our jeans cool and different. Now you … Continue reading →

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Throwback Tuesday: A Mumu Makeover

Posted on August 7, 2018 by

A fun summer makeover for you from a few years ago:   Seriously, who cares if I get freckles on my legs. Sometimes you just need to go outside, relax and accept what the sun has to offer. I know … Continue reading →

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New One Minute Video: How to Make a Beach Towel Hoodie for Kids

Posted on August 6, 2018 by

Ah, summertime, and the livin’ is easy–running through the sprinklers, splashing in the pool or jumping in the waves. There’s nothing like staying wet to beat the heat. But when it’s time to dry off, don’t just use any old … Continue reading →

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