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29 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Tie Pattern
Hey ya'll so here is the tie pattern in pdf form. It is not broken up so you can print it out with the average home printer but if you have a photo editing software like photoshop you can cut it up into 8 inch x10 inch pieces, save each as an individual layer, and print each layer separately. If you
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28 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Weekly DIY Roundup: Earrings!
I did a tutorial a few days ago on my blog about making jewelry with recycled sweater wool, with a bit of a focus on earrings because they're my favorite to make, so today I'm rounding up a ton of earring-making projects I've found! In my post, I have examples of simple shapes like th
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26 Aug
Blog: Decor It Yourself
Tiki Cocktail Recipes
In this week's episode of Decor It Yourself, we transformed a backyard into a beach-themed tiki party. You can do the same with the help of these yummy cocktail recipes! BUT ONLY IF YOU ARE 21 AND NOT DRIVING:) If you are under-age, try the last recipe, the virgin pina colada. They
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23 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Dollar Store Crafts: Back-to-School Scarves
You probably have your back-to-school wardrobe covered already, but don't forget about accessories, especially lightweight scarves that can bring you through the end of summer and into fall! Here are some budget-friendly ideas for DIY scarves. You probably have some old clothes in your drawers that
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21 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Weekly DIY Roundup: Knit and Crochet Head Kerchiefs!
In the summer I normally wear a ponytail most days, but sometimes I like to mix it up and pull my hair back with a kerchief! There are a bunch of great summery knit and crochet patterns out there, like this one on the Purl Bee:I like this simple-ish design too - Rosie the Riveter Kerchief on AmyBs
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20 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Celebrity DIY Style: Kate Gosselin Cowl Neck
It's not very often that I plan for a project and then find celebrity inspiration, but that's exactly what happened this weekend as I was surfing the web. Two weeks ago, Hot Patterns released two new designs including a fun, drapy top called the 3 Graces T-Shirts. I immediately snagged it
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19 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Call For Designers: Williamsburg Indie Designer Soiree is August 22nd!
If you are a designer in the NYC area and are looking for a great place to sell your wares, contact Bob Bland about participating in the Williamsburg Indie Designer Soiree this weekend. Not only is Bob the designer behind Brooklyn Royalty but she also curates awesome events like this and provides
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19 Aug
Blog: Decor It Yourself
Dorm Decor Round-Up
A big congratulations to all of you heading off to college! It is an exciting time for many reasons, one being that this is your first chance to nurture your very own nest. Even if you are just starting off in a dorm room, you can make that space your own with a few helpful hints. In Decor It Your
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17 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
TBGuild: August Spotlight Banger: DazeoftheWeek
We are super excited to announce this month's Spotlight Banger: Todd, known as Madonnaontherocks on the forums, makes the most spectacular jewelry ever, blending classic styles and antique pieces with modern influences. We're proud to have such talent on the guild. Read on below for an
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14 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Weekly DIY Roundup: Small Crochet Projects!
Earlier this week, on my own blog, I reviewed Linda Permann's new book - Crochet Adorned - and then last night I got to go meet Linda and see the projects in person; all the great crochet embellishment and small crochet projects in this book have inspired me to round-up similar projects
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14 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Bus Ride Fail
To all our Threadbangers who are going back to school, be safe and be yourself. We have a whole week of back to school episodes coming to you next week!!
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12 Aug
Blog: TB Projects
Men's Shirt into Cute Summer Dress
Carly sent in a link to her blog "Chic Steals" where she posted this adorable dress she made out of a men's shirt. It is still pretty darn hot outside so give this little number a try and be sure to send in some pictures!
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10 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Celebrity DIY Style: Zooey Deschanel Wrap Dress
Even though I'm partial to trendy clothes, I love to see that some looks never go out of style. The wrap dress made famous by Diane von Furstenburg in the 1970s, has continued to be popular in every day wear and formal events alike. A great example is Zooey Deschanel who wore this fabulou
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07 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Weekly DIY Roundup: Sock Knitting!
If you're a knitter you probably are well aware that this weekend is Sock Summit - "the greatest sock show on earth... taking sock knitting almost too far"! I am one of the lucky ones, living in Portland, Oregon, a few miles away from the event (in fact, I'll be heading over there as
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06 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Eco-Fashion Tour: Sustainability Across America, SUST
The economic climate is brutal for the everyman and woman, let alone independent designers pinching buttons, literally, for food. That tidbit of truth is the inspiration behind SUST's, an eco-label out of San Francisco, new country-wide campaign: Sustainability Across America. The tour, which
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06 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Celebrity DIY Style: How To Wear A Doughnut
It's not very often that you see a celebrity hiding behind an oversize plush doughnut, let alone one from a famous plush designer. As soon as I saw these photos of Katy Perry, I immediately knew where's she'd been shopping - none other than My Paper Crane. Although there is no 'recipie' fo
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04 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Generation-t Contest Update!!
We have picked the winners of the Generation-t t-shirt recon contest! Tune in Wednesday, August 5, 2009 for the third place winner, Thursday, August 6, 2009 for the second place winner and Friday, August 7, 2009 for the first place winner. We were so impressed with all the entries that they are ded
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04 Aug
Blog: TB Projects
The best places to find fabric
I'm not easily inspired walking through the walls of fabric bolts at JoAnns, but when I see great prints in the forums and on Etsy, I begin to wonder, where are the best places to find fabric? Here are some great resources for finding interesting goods:ReproDepot offers a wide selection of fabrics
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03 Aug
Blog: ThreadBanger
Etsy Handmade Moment Contest...Here are the Judges!
I am proud to say that I was picked to be one of the judges for Etsy's Handmade Moment video contest! I feel super honored to be a part of such a rockin panel of people. There is ,000 in prizes to be given away, so if you haven't already, make a video and send it in to them! xoxox c
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03 Aug
Blog: TB Projects
Two Magnet Projects for Your School Locker
While Google surfing for magnet how-to's, I found these two great tutorials, both from NotMartha.org First up is bubble magnets. You will need:---1/2" and 3/4" round (strong) magnets---1/2" and 3/4" clear flat glass marbles---Silicon sealer---Magazines, photos, etc for images on the magnet The full
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