Tag Archives: crafting

Time to Vote! Refashion Runway- Week One Challenge- Stripes

Posted on June 8, 2013 by

Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh! The thinks you can think up if only you try! -Dr. Seuss Welcome to Week One of Refashion Runway! I promise you will not be disappointed. I even … Continue reading →

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Shower the People You Love With Love

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

Happy tears are falling on my keyboard. I can barely see the screen. It’s been that way all day. Does this ever happen to you? So overwhelmed by all the good in your life. For some reason I’m being intensely … Continue reading →

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Meet the Refashion Runway Sponsors

Posted on June 3, 2013 by

A big thank you to all the people who stepped up to be a Refashion Runway Prize Sponsor. We could still use a couple of sponsors so if you’d like to support the creative efforts of our contestants by donating … Continue reading →

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Refashion Runway Competitors and Challenges Announced Today

Posted on June 1, 2013 by

OK, now you guys didn’t make this easy! I was blown away by all the talented seamstresses interested in competing in the First Ever Refashion Runway. It was so hard to choose only six to compete. So I narrowed it … Continue reading →

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Whatever Does a Girl Wear to a Kentucky Derby Party

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

I know, I know, it’s a big decision!!! I spent the week, sewing my new Kentucky Derby dress from this Vintage Vera Tablecloth. Today, I’ll be finishing my hat, ironing my dress and heading to Portland for the festivities. Stay … Continue reading →

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View Everyday as a Blank Canvas You Can’t Wait to Paint a Picture On

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

Anyone who enjoys sewing and views each day as a blank canvas that she can’t wait to paint a picture on is OK in my book! Please welcome LaKesha Rhodes. And head over to her Etsy shop, OutTheBox Creations! It’s always … Continue reading →

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No Sew Infinity Scarf-Dress for Change-Day One

Posted on April 1, 2013 by

Today’s Infinity Scarf is so easy, you can hardly call it a tutorial. All you need to do is make one cut. Remember this dress refashion?   and this: Well, all I did was cut off the bottom of the … Continue reading →

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

Posted on February 24, 2013 by

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

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 made … Continue reading →

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Upcycle a Thrift Store Sweater Just in Time For Valentine’s Day

Posted on January 21, 2013 by

Thrift store clothes amaze me. Even after all these years of shopping second hand, I’m still thrilled when I find quality clothing for very little moolah. And even better, they don’t even have to fit when you know how to … Continue reading →

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