Tag Archives: Thrifting

Create a Winter Sweater Tote From an Old Houndstooth Sweater

Posted on December 27, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

New Year’s Eve is on the way. Ring in the new year with this adorable DIY winter sweater tote. Along with all of the self-improvement resolutions you make this New Year’s Eve, be sure to include a declaration to make a … Continue reading →

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Where in the World is The Refashion Handbook? Send Your “Selfie” and Win!

Posted on December 23, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Apparently, The Refashion Handbook is traveling worldwide! It made it’s way all the way into Siegrid’s hands in Austria last week. Back in October, Jennifer let me know that she received her copy of The Refashion Handbook in Australia. Lyn … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Plaid Flannel Fringe Scarf and Two Giveaways

Posted on December 6, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Little did my mom know that when she declared the Christmas of 1971 as a “Handmade Holiday,” she changed my life forever. I can still remember feeling so honored and loved when even my dad, who was Mr. Busy and Mr. … Continue reading →

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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 →

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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 →

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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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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 →

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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 →