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Week of the Refashioned Skirt: Day Two

Posted on September 11, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

Good Morning! It’s Day Two of the Week of the Refashioned Skirt. Sew a new side seam then fold down a quarter inch of the raw edge on the top of the skirt and sew. Now sew a quarter … Continue reading →

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“If I Were in Charge of the World” Skirt

Posted on September 10, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

If I were in charge of the world, I would officially declare this as: “The Week of the Refashioned Skirt” In honor of this important week, I pledge to wear one refashioned thrift store skirt each day. DAY ONE: I … Continue reading →

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An Accidental Mother of the Bride Dress: One Year Later

Posted on August 20, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve never been a good clothes shopper. Just ask my sister, Jan, who would painstakingly shop for the perfect outfits while I was off swimming, riding my bike, and hanging out with my friends. But when I needed something to … Continue reading →

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Lose 30 Pounds in One Afternoon!

Posted on August 18, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

How do you lose 30 pounds in one afternoon you ask? Well, a vigorous session of refashioning of course! Just take a look: It’s amazing how wearing clothes that fit well can make all the difference in the world. … Continue reading →

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Introducing: Kelli Davidson from Kelli’s Retro Kitchen Arts

Posted on August 14, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

My blog friend Kelli from Kelli’s Retro Kitchen Arts was inspired by The Renegade Seamstress DIY Blue Indigo Tie Dye Refashion to make some cute Tie Dyed Onesies. Way to go Kelli! Kelli’s blog is full of great recipes and canning ideas. She has … Continue reading →

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DIY: High Low Maxi Skirt Tutorial

Posted on August 12, 2012 by The Renegade Seamstress

I love the look of a maxi skirt, but let’s face it, when it’s in the nineties or over one hundred, a maxi can be hot, hot, hot. I made this Tie Dyed Maxi Skirt a while ago and decided … Continue reading →

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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 →