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Throwback Sunday: Easy, Basic and Fun Sleeve Refashion

Posted on January 26, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

This isn’t exactly a “Statement Sleeve” but since that’s the challenge for this week in Refashion Runway, I thought I’d share a post from a few years ago of an easy sleeve refashion of my own: Inspiration can be found … Continue reading →

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Time To Vote: Statement Sleeves- Refashion Runway Season Five

Posted on January 25, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

OK, here we go! Let the voting begin! Wait ’til you see what these talented ladies have created for you this week. From lace, to men’s suits, to even candy wrappers (yep, I said candy wrappers 🙂 ) I promise, … Continue reading →

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Refashion Runway Season Five: Meet the Contestants Video

Posted on January 11, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

One of my goals for Season Five of Refashion Runway is to include more videos. Well, here’s the first video for this season. I’m totally open to your feedback because I know there’s always room for improvement. Let me know … Continue reading →

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Refashion Runway Season Five: Contestants and Challenges Announced Today

Posted on January 11, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

Finally! It’s the big announcement! And let me tell you, this has not been easy. So many wonderful people applied for Season Five of Refashion Runway and I just couldn’t narrow it down to less than 15 contestants. I know … Continue reading →

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What is Refashion Runway Anyway? A Look Back Through the Seasons

Posted on January 6, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

Well, it’s happening this Saturday, January 11, the contestants and challenges for Season Five of Refashion Runway will be announced. Sheesh Ka Bob! All of the entries are so impressive, I just don’t know how I’m going to choose only … Continue reading →

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You Voted and the Winner is…… The Sweater Dress Refashion

Posted on January 6, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

Ta Da! According to your votes, this sweater refashion was by far the favorite. (I gotta admit, it’s my all-time favorite, too) But, I heard the link was broken, so here’s the tutorial just in case you want to try … Continue reading →

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Coolest thing EVAH! Project Runway Contestants Hit the Goodwill

Posted on January 3, 2020 by The Renegade Seamstress

The timing couldn’t be any better! Last night’s episode of Project Runway is an upcycling challenge!!!! The contestants had to design a look for Karlie Kloss to wear to a Paris fashion event made entirely from Goodwill finds. How cool … Continue reading →

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Wrap Up 2019 With Some Refashioned Sweaters and Vote For Your Favorite

Posted on December 31, 2019 by The Renegade Seamstress

So many sweaters! So little time! I’m still doing it. Just ask Katie. It’s the first place I head when thrift shopping- THE SWEATER AISLE! There’s just something fun about giving old unloved sweaters a new lease on life. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Call For Season Five Refashion Runway Sponsors and There’s Still Time to Apply For Your Chance to Compete

Posted on December 20, 2019 by The Renegade Seamstress

This season is shaping up to become one of the best ever but we still need a few prize sponsors so, if you’d like to support the creative efforts of our contestants by donating a prize or gift certificate, just … Continue reading →

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Yay! It’s Back! Open Casting Call for Refashion Runway Season Five

Posted on December 14, 2019 by The Renegade Seamstress

It’s back!! Check out this new video trailer: Refashion Runway: Season Five! All of the creativity and talent brought by all of the contestants of the first four seasons was so impressive. I’m really looking forward to seeing what Refashion … Continue reading →