Tag Archives: tutorial

DIY: Dress and Cropped Denim Jacket

Posted on March 27, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ahhhhhhh, Spring Break is finally here! Nine whole days to exercise, sew, relax, and generally get caught up. Our family doesn’t usually use this time to travel to exotic places as so many people do since my Ruggedly Handsome Contractor … Continue reading →

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See Things With New Eyes: Upcycled Ruffle Sweater Dress

Posted on March 17, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

It’s all about seeing things with new eyes. Whether it’s our relationships, our situation, our home, our job, or even our old clothes. When we adjust our vision, or what we focus on, magic happens. For instance, I love my … Continue reading →

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Upcycled Flannel Leopard Print Infinity Scarf

Posted on March 9, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Are you getting ready for the Dress for Change Week ? It’s coming up fast. The first week of April will be here before we know it. I hope you will support Sheyanne’s senior project by participating in this worthy cause. … Continue reading →

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Upcycled Cashmere Peplum

Posted on March 4, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

A great place to find bargains at your thrift store is in the men’s section. So often we women buy our men wonderful cashmere sweaters as gifts. We imagine ourselves snuggling up to our sweetie pie, watching movies, and feeling … Continue reading →

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Easy Zippered Pouch Tutorial

Posted on March 2, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

As a teacher, I find myself needing quick little presents for people throughout the year. But a teacher’s salary doesn’t allow me to be too extravagant in my gift giving. A zippered pouch is a win-win situation in my book. It … Continue reading →

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Being Zhenya-Refashion Icon of the Month and a Sweet Giveaway

Posted on February 24, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

She describes herself as an ordinary Russian girl from Minneapolis. I beg to differ. She is not an ordinary girl, she is a beautiful and talented Russian girl from Minneapolis who Loves thrifting, refashioning, beauty, fashion, and DIY projects Her name … Continue reading →

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A Renegade Tote Bag Tutorial – Happy Birthday, Carol!

Posted on February 23, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Last summer I posted a popular DIY Summer Totebag with a link to the tutorial I used. WHAT IS THAT YOU SAY!!!???! That tutorial is no longer available!!??! Dang! Well, have no fear, The Renegade Seamstress is here. 🙂 I just … Continue reading →

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“Feelin’ the Love” in my Valentine’s Day Refashion

Posted on February 14, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Valentine’s Day is my favorite classroom party day. The elation on a six year old’s face when they open a small card from a friend is priceless. My students constantly remind me of how to find joy in the simple … Continue reading →

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Upcycled, No Sew Leg Warmers From an Old Thrift Store Sweater

Posted on January 26, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

A couple weeks ago, I was invited to spend the weekend at my friend’s cabin near the Anthony Lakes Ski Resort. Of course, I couldn’t show up with a regular tote so I upcycled a thrift store sweater to a … Continue reading →

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An Easy Winter Sweater Tote Refashion Tutorial

Posted on January 14, 2013 by The Renegade Seamstress

Lucky me! I got to spend the weekend at Anthony Lakes Ski Resort. Even though the temperature was in the single digits we had a great time. The band Standard Deviation was rockin’ the Starbottle Saloon, the snow was perfect and … Continue reading →