Tag Archives: The Refashion Handbook

More Exciting News I’ve Been Busting at the Seams to Tell You!

Posted on March 15, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I looked out the window as my plane descended into the Minneapolis airport that night last January and I couldn’t help but smile as I flew over the city and saw those brightly lit areas in every neighborhood. Most people wouldn’t even give those areas a … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Creative Kidstuff, DIY, fashion, Refashion, Sewing, The Happi House, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial, upcycling | 41 Comments

Get More Life Out of a Too Small Dress

Posted on March 14, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I admit it. I tend to shy away from refashioning things that are too small. But thanks to Susan, from Second Chances by Susan, that’s not gonna happen anymore. Nope, it’s not gonna happen anymore. She inspired me to try adding … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged alterations, clothing, DIY, dress, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 28 Comments

DIY: Celtic Knot Headband

Posted on March 7, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Isn’t she beautiful!!! She’s a bit Celtic. And I’m kind of fascinated with Celtic things. I’d LOVE to take her to Scotland someday! If we’re ever lucky enough to travel there, the first thing on my agenda will be to head on over … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Celtic Knot Headband, Crichton Castle, DIY, giveaway, Refashion, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial, upcycling | 19 Comments

How to Alter a Jacket

Posted on March 1, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

March is coming in like a lamb for all of us in Eastern Oregon. This is the time of year when jackets become a great transitional wardrobe piece. You can wear them with a lightweight sweater or T-shirt underneath, but a well-fitting, modern … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Jacket alteration, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting | 38 Comments

Make Your Own Snow Skirt From an Old Jacket

Posted on February 21, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

OK, all my friends and family still dwelling in the clutches of old man winter, here’s a fun sewing project to help keep your buns warm and look great at the same time. Make a cute snow skirt from an old jacket. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Snow Skirt, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting | 12 Comments

Bootcut to Skinny Jeans in 5 Easy Steps

Posted on February 19, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I know it’s early, but it seems as though spring has arrived in Eastern Oregon. The signs are everywhere. Daffodils, crocus, blue skies, warm temperatures and skinny jeans. Yep, skinny jeans and cute shoes. I’ve been seeing them everywhere! Don’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Bootcut to Skinny Jeans, clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, jeans, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial | 19 Comments

Look Cooking-Show Chic in This Apron Made From a Shirt

Posted on February 14, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Pretty sure my future is much more likely to include my own sewing show and not my own cooking show. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve got a few dishes that my sweet, ruggedly handsome husband is sure could make us … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged apron, DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, shirt apron, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 34 Comments

Give a Boxy Shirt and Sweater A New Feminine Silhouette

Posted on February 7, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Why, oh why, do I do this every winter? Those snacks and treats that I would NEVER pay any attention to, much less have a relationship with in the summer keep finding their way into my life and into my … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, tutorials, upcycling | 41 Comments

The Refashion Handbook: A Best Seller!!! WHAT?!!???!

Posted on January 22, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

I have to admit, I’ve become a bit of a numbers nerd. Data and numbers never used to roll my socks up and down. As a matter of fact, I used to cringe when the word data was used. (Remember … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Amazon Best Sellers, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, sweater hat, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 60 Comments

Cut and Paste Biker Jacket and a Giveaway

Posted on January 3, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

You know, a girl who marries a ruggedly handsome man with a taste for adventure shouldn’t be at all surprised when he announces he wants to buy a couple of Harleys, throw on some leathers and ride across the country Easy Rider … Continue reading →