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How to Crochet a Neckline

By threadbanger

For your next t-shirt reconstruction, shake things up a bit with a 70s-inspired crocheted neckline!  Take a trip with Threadbanger to visit Cal of Hodge Podge and learn how to do this unique craft! For more details, watch the video, and for more DIY style, subscribe to Threadheads on iTunes

 

 

Materials:

Old t-shirt

Tiny steel crochet hook (usually for lace/doilies)

Size E crochet hook

Scissors

Needle with a large eye



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June 23, 2008
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How to Make an Apron out of Old Jeans

By threadbanger

Threadbanger has been flooded with questions of what to do with old jeans, here is one concoction that won't leave you messy in the kitchen!  On this episode of Decor it Yourself, Meg shows us how to make an apron out of an old pair of jeans. For more information and details, check out the video!  For more ideas and tutorials like this, subscribe to Threadheads on iTunes!!

 

Materials:

Old Jeans

Sewing Machine/Hand Sewing Supplies

Scissors

T » READ MORE


June 23, 2008
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How to Make a Jean Collar Sweatshirt

By threadbanger

Ever wonder what would happen if you bred a pair of jeans and a sweatshirt?  Well check out this baby!  This jean collar sweatshirt is a great diy style that looks great on guys.  Thanks to amazing Threabanger forum member Ryan Moore for this idea and lesson! To see his tutorial in more detail, check out the video.  Want more Threadheads DIY fashion?  Subscribe now on iTunes!  Just do it!

 

Materials:

Old pair of jeans (or just the t » READ MORE


June 23, 2008
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How to do a Blind Hem Stitch on your Sewing Machine

By threadbanger

This is the go-to hem for anything more formal where you don't want to be able to see a line of stitching on the bottom. It is called a blind hem for obvious reasons -- you can't see the hem! Amazing! And professional! To do this, you need to have a blind hem foot for your sewing machine. Thanks to the Diana Rupp of Make Workshop! Check out her book Sew Everything Workshop! To see this tutorial in live action, check out the Threadheads vid » READ MORE


June 20, 2008
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How to Make a Button Necklace

By threadbanger

These little buttons always seem to collect from events, gifts, political races, concerts, and such.  Do you ever do anything with them besides let them sit around the house?  Put them to use!  Here, Threabanger forum member Mama Sass shows us how to take the buttons and turn them into a far-out necklace. Thanks so much to Mama Sass for teaching us how to do this, and to Making Stuff: An Alternative Craft Book. For more information, check out » READ MORE


June 20, 2008
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How to Make Earrings out of Bottle Caps

By threadbanger

One man's trash truly is another man's treasure!  Take old bottlecaps and make them into thse great earrings.  Paint them black like we did, or even paint colorful designs!  For more information on this project and more, check out the video! For more DIY projects, subscribe to Threadbanger on iTunes!

 

Materials:

4 Bottlecaps

Old Magazine

Hammer

Nail

White paint, other colors as well

20 gauge silver wire

Earring pieces



1. Pl » READ MORE


June 11, 2008
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How to Make a Mummy Costume

By threadbanger

This is so much better than using a roll of toilet paper! Using old clothes and sheets you have laying around the house, or buying some from the thrift store, follow Rob of Threadbanger to make your own realistic mummy costume! For more information on this project, watch the video, and for more tutorials of do it yourself fashion, subscribe to Threadheads on iTunes!

 

Materials:

White sheets (2)

White pants/jeans

White long sle » READ MORE


June 11, 2008
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Creative Gift Wrapping Ideas

By threadbanger

Here are some recycled gift wrapping ideas suitable for any occasion! For more information, check out the video!

 



Potato Stamps on a Brown Paper Bag:



1. Get out an old potato, cut it in half. With a marker, cut a simple shape onto the potato. With an exacto knife, carefuly cut away the negative parts of your shape. And, you have a potato stamp!

 

 

 



2. Take out an old paper bag, open up the bottom, and cut it down the sides » READ MORE


June 09, 2008
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How to Create a Sweeney Todd Vintage Inspired Ruffle Shirt

By threadbanger

Here is a quick and easy way from Threadbanger to add ruffles to any plain old button-down shirt. To see more information on this and to find out how to make a Sweeney Todd inspired dress, watch the episode! Want more Threadheads diy style? Subscribe on iTunes!

 

 

 

1. Grab a solid colored button-up and either a printed button up or cool piece of fabric.



2. Now cut out 6 1 1/2 to 2 inch strips of your printed shirt. » READ MORE


June 09, 2008
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How to Make a Sweeney Todd Vintage Inspired Dress

By threadbanger

Hey guys!  Here is how to diy dye a skirt to create your very own Victorian costume!  For more information on this style and to see how we created a Sweeney Todd/Victorian-inspired shirt for Rob, watch the video!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Materials:

standard bridal petticoat

Rit dye

rubber gloves

old towel

newspaper

large pot

salt

detergent

stirrer

scissors

pins

sewing machine



1. First put down some newspaper, put on the g » READ MORE


June 09, 2008
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How to Make a Picnic Blanket Backpack Out of T-shirts

By threadbanger

Do you have an abundance of extra t-shirts lying around that you have no use for? Do they not fit you or are they too worn out? Well, with the help of Threadbanger you can take those t-shirts and make your own Picnic Blanket Backpack! All you need is 10 shirts to make blanket, backpack, and even pillow. So whip one up and go outside! For more information, watch the video, and for more Threadbanger diy style, subsribe to Threadheads on iTunes


June 06, 2008
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How to Make a Rain Poncho Out of a Shower Curtain

By threadbanger

Rob and Corinne of Threadbanger are at it again, this time re-using and recyling a shower curtain! Take one of your shower curtains and make it into a unique rain poncho following these directions.  For more info, watch the video!  Want to make more recycled and individual fashion? Subscribe to Threadheads on iTunes







Materials:

Shower curtain, sewing machine, nylon thread (we used transparent), tissue paper, leather sewing ma » READ MORE


June 04, 2008
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How to Make a Shrug Wrap Out of an Old Turtleneck

By threadbanger

Do you have big old turtlenecks lying around that you would never wear? Well, Threadbanger can help you turn that old thing into a brand new shrug wrap! Use your cutting and serging skills to create a new/old sweater that has a sash you can wrap around your waist. For more DIY style, subscribe to Threadbanger on iTunes!

created on: 06/02/08

Materials:

1 XL Cotton Turtleneck, Serger, Pins, Thread, Scissors, Ruler



1.  Take your turtleneck and fold it » READ MORE


June 02, 2008
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How To Make a Brimmed Beenie Hat

By threadbanger

Have you had any problems creating the perfect hat?  The rim always turns out to be warped right?  And you don't want to follow the crowd and buy one of those mass produced beenie hats right?  Well, we here at Threadbanger, have been overwhelmed with requests for guy-fashion, so in this episode we are taking the que and making an awesome rimmed beenie hat!   Also, subscribe to us on itunes!!!



created on: 04/09/08

 

Materials:



old sweater

composition notebook

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April 09, 2008
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How To Take an Old 80's Prom Dress and Make it 2008!

By threadbanger

This time Threadbanger has taken the prom dress challenge. We found an old puffy prom dress from the 1980's, and made it into a cute and fun prom dress for this decade. Its a fun and simple tutorial that explains everything, but leaves enough room for your own creativity. If you want to see more of threadbanger, subscribe to us on itunes!

created on: 03/06/08

1.  First, Its very important to study your garment.  Sketch out a drawing to plan out exactly what y » READ MORE


March 06, 2008
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How To Make a Bow Tie For Prom

By threadbanger
This time on Threadbanger, Rob and Corinne have been showing you how to DIY your prom threads. Now it just wouldn't be fair if we only worked on dresses for the girls. So, here's a simple tutorial on how to make a bow tie out of an old scarf. To see more of threadbanger, subscribe to us on itunes!


created on: 03/06/08




1.  First thing is to get about one yard of fabric.  We used fabric from an old scarf we found at a thrift store.


created on: 03/06/08


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March 06, 2008
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How to Make Overalls

By threadbanger

Hey guys,

It's the middle of the summer, and for most of us, that means it's time to get outside and do some yardwork. Here at ThreadBanger, we came up with a great way to make your own overalls to do some down and dirty gardening! We're always looking for new, crafty DIY projects. So if you have any cool ideas, send them in! And don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!

What you need:

- Two pairs of jeans, a seam ripper, a sewing machine.


July 23, 2007
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How to Make Your Own Hoodie

By threadbanger

Hey Guys,

For anyone interested in DIY fashion, we have a great new project to sink your sewing needles into. Although it may be the middle of summer, hoodies are always in style and this is the perfect way to make your own! We at Threadbanger are always looking for new DIY fashion ideas so be sure to send in your projects! And don't forget to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!



Here's what you'll need:



1. A T-shirt

2. Some Newspaper (for cu » READ MORE

July 16, 2007
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How to Make A Macrame' Bracelet (or Necklace)

By threadbanger

Taking a long road trip this summer? Well, we know how boring those can be. That's why we're gonna show you how to make some awesome hemp bracelets. It'll keep you awake and you can keep the driver awake. Plus, hemp is for both guys and girls, so guys, get our your hemp too and let's get ready to hit the road!



For more how to's, be sure to subscribe to our show on iTunes and stop by our website, Threadbanger for more tips and tricks on DIY fashion » READ MORE


July 03, 2007
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How to make board shorts out of an old suit

By threadbanger Welcome to How To Tuesdays, Threadbanger's summer special. Today we are going to answer a viewer's question and show you how to make an awesome pair of board shorts out of an old business suit. We're back every Tuesday showing you how to make a new piece of clothing for your summer wardrobe, so if you like what you see, subscribe to our show in iTunes and be sure to check out our website, Threadbanger for some more cool How To tips. Watch the v » READ MORE

June 26, 2007
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