Tag Archives: Sewing

DIY: Winter Scarf Camera Strap and a Winner

Posted on November 22, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh, baby! It’s been cold around here. Not that it’s a bad thing. As a matter of fact, the cold can make for some delightful trips to town. A few days ago, the frigid air was perfectly still and the huge bare trees … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, giveaway, photography, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, Winter scarf camera strap | 12 Comments

The Renegade Seamstress Featured in Mother Earth News

Posted on November 20, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve always been a DIY kind of girl. Pouring over each and every issue of Mother Earth News magazine from the time I was in my teens, reading every article and trying out many of the projects. I imagined myself living off the land, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, Mother Earth News, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, upcycling | 20 Comments

Bundle Up Your Hot Drinks in a DIY Felted Wool Cup Cozy

Posted on November 15, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh my gosh, the first winter storm of the year. Beautiful white snow covering everything! LOVE IT! Definitely time to bring out those cute sweaters and bundle up. How about wrapping up your favorite winter drink cup in a cozy … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged cup cozy, DIY, felted wool, giveaway, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial, upcycling | 44 Comments

DIY: Fabric Wreath for a Thanksgiving Hostess Gift, a Winner and Another Book Giveaway

Posted on November 8, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Originally, wreaths symbolized eternal hope, were usually displayed at Christmas and were made from evergreens to represent the strength of life they showed by persevering through long, cold winters. Wreaths still represent an unending circle of life, but now they … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, fashion, giveaway, recycling, Refashion, Rustic Chic Wedding, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 45 Comments

Wrap Up in Style in a DIY Wool Blanket Coat

Posted on November 1, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Look! Is it a cape? Is it a shawl? Is it a poncho? NO! It’s a BLANKET COAT… and apparently, all the major designers have them in their 2014 fall collections. You can be right on trend and easily make one from … Continue reading →

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Six Easy Ways to Finish a Seam Without a Serger and Another Refashion Handbook Giveaway

Posted on October 25, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Back in junior high school, I made my tall, blonde, guitar playing boyfriend a western style, woven, plaid shirt. Oh, I was so proud of how well it fit him and it was one of the most involved sewing projects … Continue reading →

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Weekend Reading: Upcycled Fashions for Kids and a Giveaway

Posted on October 24, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Cynthia Anderson is a girl after my own heart and she has some of the luckiest children on the planet. Her new book, Upcycled Fashions for Kids, is filled with ideas for creating one of a kind, upcycled creations for kids. If … Continue reading →

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DIY: Make a Maxi Skirt with a Yoga Style Waistband, a Refashion Handbook Winner, and Another Book Giveaway

Posted on October 18, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Last winter, I declared that I could wear my upcycled sweater dress everyday if I thought no one would notice. Well, this week’s maxi skirt project is definitely right up there in my “wear every day if I could” category. It was … Continue reading →

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The Refashion Handbook: Launch Party Photos

Posted on October 17, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Like I said the other day, at one point during the book launch party, I looked around and became so overwhelmed by all the love and support that filled the studio. I was amazed and touched by how far many of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Book Launch Party, clothing, DIY, fashion, painted antlers, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 36 Comments

Upcycled DIY Leather Fringe Bag and Another Book Giveaway

Posted on October 14, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ok, so maybe, just MAYBE, listening to Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones in the studio influenced this week’s project just a little bit. I have to admit, I totally think I’m so cool now loading up my laptop and … Continue reading →