Q:
Changing Insignia on already crafted gear
No, there is no way to turn gear with one stat distribution into gear with a different stat distribution, without first obtaining a set of gear with the desired stat distribution.
It is not possible to replace the insignia/inscription of existing gear.
The mystic forge already has something a little like what you describe, but not what you want:
If you insert 4 same type items (e..g. 4 sets of boots) of the same quality level, you will get a random item of the same type, and of the same or better quality level and level requirement.
You could consider posting your suggestion on the Suggestions Forum.