Tag Archives: Sewing

DIY: Back to School Refashion

Posted on August 5, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Well, it’s that time of year again. Everywhere I go, I’m asked if I’m ready to go back to school. This year, I can almost say yes. As far as my clothes go anyway. I just might have to declare … Continue reading →

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DIY Pencil Skirt Refashion

Posted on August 1, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

I have a thing for blue and white. My eye is immediately drawn to that combination and into the thrift store basket it goes, no matter what. This skirt was no exception. However, it was so unflattering on me and … Continue reading →

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DIY: Refashion a Man’s Shirt into a Beach Dress

Posted on July 24, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Your DIY Projects

Posted on July 18, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

One of my favorite things about blogging, is inspiring someone to try something new. If you’ve been inspired to make something from one of my posts, I’d love to see it and share it. So I’ve started a new page … Continue reading →

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A DIY Spring T Shirt Refashion

Posted on April 7, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

As the youngest of four children, I’m used to hand-me-downs. Since I’ve started refashioning, hand-me-downs have now become a treat! Not only do the thrift stores supply my new habit, but my friends have been joining in and donating to … Continue reading →

Posted in Refashion, Uncategorized | Tagged fashion, Refashion, ruffle t shirt tutorial, Sewing | 171 Comments

Craft room makeover

Posted on March 29, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Cleaning my craft room today. Stay tuned……

Posted in Crafting, DIY, fabric, Sewing, Uncategorized | Tagged craft room, DIY, fabric, Sewing | 9 Comments

A big day!!!

Posted on February 28, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Well, it’s not EXACTLY like winning the lottery, getting my doctorate, becoming a grandma, or having start up stocks in Facebook. But at this point, to me, it’s almost as big. Thanks to all of you, after 2 months of … Continue reading →

Posted in Refashion, Refashioning, Sewing, Thrifting, Uncategorized | Tagged blog, fabric bag, fabric purse, follower, Refashion, refashioning, Sewing, wool pants | 22 Comments

Drafting your own patterns

Posted on February 27, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Make a perfectly fitting pattern using only your hip and bust measurements? Could this be true? In my quest to create clothes that fit, I’ve become intrigued by a pattern making system that claims to be: “Astonishingly simple, you need only two … Continue reading →

Posted in Patterns, Sewing | Tagged clothes, Lutterloh, lutterloh system, measurements, Pattern making, patterns, Sewing, video demonstration | 18 Comments

Refashioned sweater and skirt

Posted on February 4, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

I refashioned a thrifted turtleneck and too big skirt to this: I used buttons from the old green coat and made lining from a thrifted shirt. I kinda like the new look. What do you think?

Posted in Crafting, Refashion, Refashioning, Thrifting, upcycling | Tagged recycling, Refashion, refashioning, Sewing, skirt, skirt refashion, sweater refashion, Thrifting, upcycling | 21 Comments

Almost ready……

Posted on January 29, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

My next victim….. I’ve chosen this sweater to demonstrate how to make mittens from an old sweater. The class is on Tuesday and I’m almost ready. Sweater collection to share at the class. I can’t wait to see all the … Continue reading →