Tag Archives: upcycling

Make Your Boots Happy With Some DIY Boot Sweaters (Plus a Winner and Another Giveaway)

Posted on January 10, 2015 by The Renegade Seamstress

Some people make sweaters for their husbands. Some people make sweaters for their dogs. Some people even make sweaters for their cats. Me? I like to make sweaters for my boots. I mean really! If it makes them happy, WHY NOT!!!?? … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged boot sweaters, clothing, DIY, fashion, faux fur, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 52 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged DIY, fashion, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling, winter sweater tote | 43 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 8 Comments

Create a Cozy Cardigan Cowl and Boot Socks From an Old Sweater in 10 Minutes or Less

Posted on December 21, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Whoa! It’s December 21. Only four days left. How did THAT happen? As a teacher, I get so caught up in all the school festivities that gift making and shopping for my own family doesn’t usually begin until the first day of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, gifts, giveaway, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 35 Comments

You’re Invited to a Book Signing Party at Looking Glass Books This Saturday

Posted on December 11, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Jessica and Greg at Looking Glass Books, in LaGrande, Oregon, are graciously opening their beautiful shop to host The Refashion Handbook Book Signing this Saturday, December 13th at 1:00. Please join us for some holiday refreshments and to get your signed copy of The … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Book Signing Party, clothing, DIY, fashion, Looking Glass Books, reconstructed clothing, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, upcycling | 8 Comments

The Renegade Seamstress Featured in Mother Earth News

Posted on November 20, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

I’ve always been a DIY kind of girl. Pouring over each and every issue of Mother Earth News magazine from the time I was in my teens, reading every article and trying out many of the projects. I imagined myself living off the land, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, Mother Earth News, reconstructed clothing, Refashion, Sewing, upcycling | 20 Comments

Bundle Up Your Hot Drinks in a DIY Felted Wool Cup Cozy

Posted on November 15, 2014 by The Renegade Seamstress

Oh my gosh, the first winter storm of the year. Beautiful white snow covering everything! LOVE IT! Definitely time to bring out those cute sweaters and bundle up. How about wrapping up your favorite winter drink cup in a cozy … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged cup cozy, DIY, felted wool, giveaway, recycling, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, tutorial, upcycling | 44 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged crafts, DIY, fashion, giveaway, recycling, Refashion, Rustic Chic Wedding, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, upcycling | 45 Comments

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 →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged clothing, DIY, fashion, giveaway, Refashion, Sewing, The Refashion Handbook, Thrifting, tutorial, upcycling | 102 Comments

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 →