I thought that contact paper screen printing idea from the podcast last week was fantastic, and since I've had a bit of experience with some different fabric printing techniques, I wanted to show you a bunch of methods you can try out!
The concept that sucked me into the printing world in the first place is freezer paper stenciling. The second issue of Craft Magazine had a tutorial for this...
Hey everyone,
If there's a soft spot in your heart for bears all over the country, whether is Winnie the Pooh, Paddington Bear or Baloo from Jungle Book, then you must have been heartbroken by all of those horrific pictures of animals, especially bears being exploited all over the world.
Well, here's some great news for you! We recently received an email from Sarah over at nümph and...
Our last Project Threadbanger contest just ended last week. and our winners are Spendthrift Sigh and Miss_Gagrin! Congrats!!
The challenge was to create something that can be worn on your head (ex. hats, barrettes, headbands) out of new or recycled material, not totaling over $7.00.
"So I made this lovely pill box hat! The frame is from a recycled...
For all of you out there who loved Barbie dolls growing up, but didn't so much love their clothes, Mattel has announced that they're bringing out a new line of accessories called "BCause Collection." Instead of throwing away old scraps leftover from making Barbie's extensive clothing and accessories, they've decided to use them and make fun and unique patchwork purses, bags, pillows and...
This week's episode of 'Decor It Yourself' shows you how to make an apron out of your recycled jeans. I just saw this cool article about how to make an apron out of an old pillowcase from curbly. Very innovative, refreshing and totally recycled. I always find lovely Vera pillowcases without a matching sheet and now I know what to do with them.
You can find the whole tutorial...
I've always loved biker jackets - whether they be in leather, denim, suede, or a sturdy twill... this is one look that I'm happy to say is making a comeback. In fact, the March 2008 issue of Lucky magazine reported biker jackets as one of the hottest spring trends. Of course, celebrities are guaranteed to be wearing the latest styles. Take Angelina Jolie - before she became pregnant,...
Curtains can make or break any room, but they can be so freaking expensive. Even Target’s curtains, at $30 a panel aren’t really feasible, not for my budget anyway. And then there is the hardware and the hanging - let's face it, curtains can get out of control. Here are my tips for buying and making fabulous window treatments, on a budget, of course.
Fabulous Window Treatments for $30 and...
Hey there DIYers! This month we are having a DIY home decor contest where one of you will win this rad hot pink toolbox, provided by BUST.
The rules are very simple. You just have to shoot a video of your home decor project, including before and after pictures. Send your video to us by June 13th, and one will win this cool toolbox. The most creative and innovative entries will be...
On this week's episode of Decor It Yourself, Meg announced that she will be giving away a pink tool kit from BUST magazine!
All you have to do is send in a video of a crafty home decor project you have done and you will be in the running to win!
Deadline: May 31st 2008, 12pm EST
Where: upload your videos to threadbanger.com's "upload" section
All entries must be received by 12:30PM...
A few solid sources for organic upholstery fabric are Rubie Green, where I picked up the Lakeview print to re-vamp my ottoman.
I also adore the fabric at Twenty2. Both shops have easy-to-order websites and are earth-friendly companies that use natural fibers and chemical-free dyes.
Etsy and thrift stores are great resources for vintage fabric. This way you can give an old...
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Hey there, Thread Heads! This week we take a trip to the Better Than Jam headquarters to get a...
The kitchen is the heart of a home, so this week we are making an apron out of an old pair of...
Happy Mother's Day! This week we are re-upholstering 6 antique dining room chairs, and learning...
This week we answer a viewer question and show you how to make a rain poncho out of an old shower...
With allergy season in full swing, we are going to clear the clutter from our bedroom and add a...
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