Tag Archives: Sewing

Still Time to Get in on the $10 Refashion Handbook Mother’s Day Sale

Posted on May 4, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

My most humble apologies! I just realized that when you clicked on the sale for The Refashion Handbook, it was saying sold out. There are plenty of books and plenty of time to order before Mother’s Day if you’d like. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 5 Comments

15 Handmade Gift Ideas For Mother’s Day That She Will Love

Posted on May 4, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

The delight of creating and choosing joy no matter what. My mom in a nutshell. It is in her honor that I bring these projects ideas to you today, hoping that her legacy will live on through me and through … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged aprons, crafting, crafts, DIY, fabric bowl covers, gifts, hot pads, Mother's Day, pillows, Sewing, Soup Bowl Hot Pads, tutorial, upcycling | 10 Comments

DIY: How to Sew a Garden Kneeling Pad

Posted on April 22, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Who doesn’t look forward to spring? The air is warm, the sun is shining and the flowers are starting to bloom–it’s exactly what we all need after a long, cold winter. However, sometimes kneeling on the hard ground can put … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, garden kneeling pad, gardening gifts, gifts, Mother's Day idea, Sewing, tutorial | 4 Comments

Make a Zesty Citrus Pin Cushion For Your Main Squeeze

Posted on April 21, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

You could just store your pins in the plain plastic container they come in, but why not give one of your hardest working sewing tools the presentation they deserve with a bright, handmade pin cushion? My good friend Jakki inspired … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, felt pin cushion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial | 10 Comments

DIY: How to Make Fabric Boxes

Posted on April 9, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Combine your love of sewing and your need to be organized by creating these fun fabric bins. Make one for silverware, surprise your friends and family with a fabric gift box, or organize your drawers. Once you start to whip … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, fabric bins, fabric boxes, Sewing, tutorial | 7 Comments

A Great Gift For Mother’s Day: The Refashion Handbook $10 Sale

Posted on April 7, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

One of the best ways to learn to sew, is transforming thrift store clothes into something more modern. Not only is it much more cost friendly than buying new fabric, but you can do your part to help keep so … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, fashion, reconstructed clothing, recycling, Refashion, repurpose, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 5 Comments

How to Make a Washable Fabric Bowl Cover and A New One Minute Video

Posted on April 6, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

I know my Minnesota friends won’t believe this, but summer really is almost here and you know what THAT means. PICNIC SEASON! And what goes great with those outdoor get togethers? Bright, colorful and happy bowls! These Fiesta Ware salad … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, Fabric bowl cover, picnic, Sewing, tutorial | 4 Comments

How to Sew Journals and Books

Posted on March 10, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve always loved fabric, but back when paper companies started to produce so many beautiful papers, I just couldn’t get enough of them. I was obsessed with scrapbooking, hand made cards, and envelopes. I loved creating unique invitations, boxes, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged books, crafts, DIY, journals, Learn to Sew, Sewing, tutorial | 11 Comments

How to Sew A Zippered Pillow Cover

Posted on March 4, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Promise. Possibility. Potential. If I had a fabric store, that’s what I’d name it. Those words describe exactly how I feel when I walk through the doors, grab a cart and start running my hands over all of the beautiful … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, fabric, home decor, Learn to Sew, Sewing, zippered pillow cover, zippers | 8 Comments

How to Make a Little Girl’s Sweater Even If Knitting Isn’t Your Thing

Posted on January 20, 2018 by The Renegade Seamstress

Knitting Envy. It’s a thing, you know, and I’ve got it bad. It’s that jealousy you feel when your social media feed is filled with cute little girls in those adorable little hand knit sweaters but sewing is more your … Continue reading →