ThreadBanger
The first network for people who make their own fashion. New episodes of "Thread Heads" are available every Friday. Learn how to recycle, re-style and modify your old clothes the ThreadBanger way.
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Thread Heads: DIY Fashion
An introduction of sorts....A little something to influence you to raid your closets, get your mother's sewing machine out of the attic, and set your web cameras to record.... D.I.Y. or DIE !!!
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Thread Heads: LA Fashion
Not for the faint at heart! Hipsters Beware! Rob and Corinne take to the streets of LA and meet up with the infamous "Spray Can" Michelangelo, and get skooled in his home studio for an intense lesson with stencils and old T-shirts. DO TRY THIS AT HOME !!!
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Thread Heads: DIY T-shirts
A pair of artists take recycled clothing to whole new level with Flower Children. Get your scissors and old tee's out for this one, a viewer question leads to a journey in sewless fashion. To sew or not to sew... that is the question. Get all the links here.
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Thread Heads: Thrift Shopping
Cute Kitties, Grab your piggy banks for a trip to the neighborhood Goodwill for some thrifty tips, and Thread and Banger's first epic drama...put your detective hats on for "The Big Stitch"
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Thread Heads: Re-Fashion
TV destruction and reconstruction of Rob's Jimi Hendrix tee, Corinne's favorite vintage finds (take the WARDROBE REFASHION PLEDGE); battle AIDS in Africa with the RE-INSPIRED project; PatternReview.com; and the highly anticipated conclusion to "The Big Stitch."
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Thread Heads: NY Fashion
Check out SOHO with Corinne as she checks out the street crafters and get on your best punk gear for a trip into the East Village with Rob. Then bust out the party hats as we celebrate our first viewer video! Links: Meena Kim's Plush Toys; Hartoon.com; Madhatn's MySpace Profile; Overheard in New York; TAV Creations; Jimmy Webb, and the music of Sojourn!
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Thread Heads: Etsy & Make Magazine
Head over to Brooklyn and take a tour of the Etsy Labs, meet founder Rob Kalin, hang out with Bre Pettis from Make Magazine and learn all about the coolest online marketplace for hand-made goods...Etsy! Visit our Etsy store to get the bottlecap bag and benefit victims of Hurricane Katrina.
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Thread Heads: Craft Congress
This week we're headed to Pittsburgh for the first annual Craft Congress. Making a viewer's day by giving a lesson in Punk Rock Tye Dye, crusin' the world wide web web, and responding back to our new YouTube viewers!
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Thread Heads: Tote Bags
Earth day is right around the corner! So this week we show you how to create your own recycled tote bag, hang at a local craft fair where we meet with the creators of Bagitude, then its off to Brooklyn to talk with recycled tote bag guru, Meg Allen of Enderby Designs.
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Thread Heads: Shoes
Shoes oh my god, Shoes! This week, an overwhelming plethora of shoes! How to refashion your old chucks. What to do with your old stinky gym sneakers. Plus, fix those broken heels with Heely Healerton. Make sure you check the bottom of your shoes before entering!
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Thread Heads: Mind Control!
This week! Mind Control, and how you can avoid it. Learn how to build your own AFDB (aluminum foil deflector beanie) and take a plunge into the disturbing world of hats and their prey!
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Thread Heads: Maker Faire
This week we've got an All Access Pass to one of the largest DIY festivals on planet earth. Meet some of the crafty characters we ran into and get a sneak peek of the latest innovations in fashion and style. It's MakerFaire or Bust!
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Thread Heads: ReadyMade Review
This week were hangin' out with the creative folks over at ReadyMade Magazine.Where we're gettin' the scoop inside their latest Re-Fashion issue, and taking on one of their super rad D.I.Y projects. Get Ready, Get Set, Get Made!
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Thread Heads: Size Matters
Having trouble with those baggy shirts? Cant find a decent pair of jeans that fit? This week we answer a viewer's question and solve some size issues, plus how to make a duct tape body form with Anda Lewis, and an exclusive interview with Designer Rebecca Turbow. So bust out that DIY attitude and start taking control of your closet!
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Thread Heads: How-To Crochet
Take a trek with us off the beaten path to Troy Pennsylvania for Corinne's family reunion, where we're answering a viewer's question on crochet and checkin out a cool church group that makes sleeping bags for New York City's homeless out of recycled materials.
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Thread Heads: Renegade Craft Fair
Grab your sunscreen and bring tons of cash... 'cause were headed to Brooklyn's McCarren Park Pool for this year's Third Annual Renegage Craft Fair. Surf around with us and meet some cool D.I.Y.ers
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Thread Heads: Viewer Appreciation Week
Happy Viewer Appreciation Week! This week is all about you, the viewer. We are so happy with all the videos, questions, and forum threads that we've gotten in over the past 20 weeks so we decided to have a celebration in your honor. Blow out your candles and make all of your DIY wishes come true!
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Thread Heads: Oh say can you sew?
This week we're celebrating our independence from corporate fashion. Take your wardrobe into your own hands, bust out your grandmothers sewing machine and make your closet bangin' like some Fourth of July fireworks. Visit Monica and Chaos Clothing on MySpace."
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Thread Heads: Hoodies
In the dead of summer we've gotten more requests for hoodie help than ever before. So were hangin with Katia from Hollywood Renegade for a complete start to finish lesson on how to make one from an old band shirt. Sew or be Sewn! Thanks to Hollywood Renegade Clothing.
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Thread Heads: Conscious Clothing
This time on Thread Heads were hangin out with Stephanie from the Conscious Clothing Store Ragtrade. Were also taking on a viewer challenge and showing you how to make a pair of overalls from some old jeans, and spotlighting some of our favorite green designers.
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Thread Heads: Stenciling and Stitching
Rob and Corinne bring a DIY stenciling project back from the dead (or out of the garbage can) and we get a quick tour of the Thread Heads DIY palace.
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Sewing Machines Best Web picks of 2007 Thread Heads
Happy New Year ThreadHeads!!! For all you whos resolution it was to start making your own clothes and DIY'in this week were taking a look inside the mysteries of the sewing machine plus a look at our 2008 top DIY web picks.Etsy.comInstructables.comeHow.comReadymadeCraftzineMakezineBuyHandmade.orgIndie Craft ShowsCraftster
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Compai T shirt reconstruction DIY book series 99 ways Thread Heads
This week on Threadheads the ladies of Compai are helpin' us out with a very special viewer request plus we hang out and take a look into their popular DIY book series 99 ways. So sit back relax grab your sewing machine and get comfy. Compai99 Ways to cut sew and deck out your denim99 Ways to cut sew trim and tie your t-shirt
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Femme Fatale SF Bazaar Bizarre Utility Pocket How-To Thread Heads
We're hanging out at Femme Fatale a local DIY shop this week and gettin' the scoop on some local designers. And we'll answer a question from a viewer and make some cool detachable utility pockets. Plus we take a look at a viewer submitted video from the San Francisco Bazaar Bizarre.Femme FataleMarne MeiselNew York CoutureHubris and HomefriesKate McFaul DesignsBazaar BizarreAttic JournalsCustom Industries
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Baby Pod Baby Websites Thread Heads
It has been almost a year and we haven't done an episode about babies...they were threatening to riot...so here it is a how-to for making the very clever baby pod. Also on the radar the Forums and Project Threadbanger. Waaaaa! I WANT MY THREADBANGER!DiyKids.orgSewing FreebiesKnitting on the NetMojo TrashionThe Pretty BeanProject ThreadBangerMusic Video: Brimstones.com* WARNING: DRAWSTRINGS PRESENT A CHOKING HAZARRD FOR BABIES. USE ELASTIC INSTEAD
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Recycled Tote Bags Recycled Art Sustainable Clothing Thread Heads
This week is all about the plastic bag. We get inspired to use reusable shopping bags and get a lesson on how-to make one out of old clothes. Plus a glimpse into the world of recycled art and some sweet posts from our Forum members. It's fashionable to be green!MorsbagsBuffalo ExchangeRebekah PotterDH Love Life
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Valentine's Day! Corsets Boxers Unmentionables Thread Heads
SSHHHHH....This week we mention our unmentionables and show you how to make a simple corset from old shirts and a pair of boxers out of old pillow cases. Plus viewers valentine's messages and we announce the winner of the Janome Sewing Machine Contest! We love you you little thread heads you.
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Fashion Week NYC Couture Fashion Show Thread Heads
This week on Threadheads we take you to NY's Fashion week. The tents weren't really our scene but we felt right at home at New York Couture's Fashion Show and Party. Plus we grab a tutorial from Morgan Hungerford on how to recreate some fancy designer duds. Its time to get your ruffle on.New York CoutureMorgan Hungerford's Panda Head
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Applying Appliques and Iron on Transfers Thread Heads
It's time to take control of your wardrobe. This week the Threadheads show you some quick and easy ways to apply applique's and iron on transfers.GooGoo-A-GoGoSnappy ShopMy BonnieAdbustersMusic Vid: The Strangest Things
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Prom Dresses Bow Ties Thread Heads
This week is all about Prom! We show you how to take an old 80's dress and make it 2008. Guys we didn't forget about you! Learn how to make a simple bow tie out of an old scarf. Ebay Seller Abso Fab FunckensteinEbay Seller ArshanglEbay Seller American Vintage CoEbay Seller Kuku VintageInstructablesMadeline How-to Girl MercedStuck at Prom
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How To Make Curtains, Home Decor, Decor It Yourself
We are very excited about our new show Decor it Yourself! In this episode, Meg shows us how-to DIY your curtains in response to some of the Threadheads' requests. Plus, a very helpful quick tip. Don't forget to show some love for the sode in the comments below! Apartment Therapy Repro Depot EtsyMethod HomeEnderby Nest
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Patterns Burda Style Compai Book Release Party Thread Heads
The pattern. Both beautiful and complicated. This week were taking the cue from CurleQ94 and hangin with the ladies of Burda Style for a helpful pattern lesson plus were celebrating with the ladies of Compai at their new book opening in Brooklyn.Burda StyleCompai
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Organize it, Decor it Yourself
Spring is almost here and you know what that means...SPRING CLEANING time! Meg is going to show us how-to turn an old cabinet into a organizational wonder. Slate paint is soooo cool!Pinc Stuff Domino Mag
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How To Make a Retro Pet Bed, Decor It Yourself
In this installment of our home decor show, we show you how to make a stylish nesting niche for your furry friend, and have a little something extra for the fellas.Renegade CraftEtsyInstructablesDesign Sponge Online
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Knit Happens Bust Magazine Stitch and Beach How to knit a Pidge Scarf Thread Heads
The Threadheads head to Bust Magazine Headquarters and hang with the legendary DIY'er Debbie Stoller. Plus how to knit a hip Pidge Scarf.Bust Magazine Knit HappensStitchnBeachKnitBook the knit witch knitting help Knittngtips by Judy Cyberseams Knitted IconsFlipKnit
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Girl Popcorn Treehouse Brooklyn Embroidery Lesson Thread Heads
A viewer question takes us to the home of Girl Popcorn designer Julie Dunbar for a lesson in freehand embroidery and to the local DIY boutique where she sells her clothing. Treehouse Brooklyn Girl Popcorn
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How To Make a Brimmed Beanie Male Fashion Thread Heads
We've been overwhelmed with all the requests for Guy-fashion so this week were taking the que from a couple video requests and making a brimmed beanie hat.Busted TeesCubist LiteratureCommando JeansEtsy
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Indie Art, How to make an Art Frame, Decor It Yourself
Everyone wants an incredible art collection, but not many can afford it. This week we give you a DIY guide to Indie Art and create an ever-evolving display area with recycled materials. We take a glimpse into a viewer's art collection, and get a scientific quick tip.Alyson FoxAmenity HomeApakAshley G and DrewCatbird NYCDkim - ArtDomino MagazineEtsyLittle Paper PlanesMy Bonnie and ClydeP. Berge PhotographyDog And Pony ShowToshio
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How to Make Eco Cosmetics Lollibomb Thread Heads
This week we explore the world of eco cosmetics and show you how-to make a few very simple everyday products. Plus we get a special visit from Luca of Lollibomb. Mountain Rose HerbsNature's Shea ButterLollibombNatural Beauty Recipe BookMake Your CosmeticsKopali OrganicsMiEssenceOrganic Consumer's AssociationCampaign for Safe CosmeticsWebby AwardsJanome
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How-to Crochet a Neckline Hodge Podge Janome Winner Thread Heads
This week we get an awesome tutorial from Cal of Hodge Podge clothing how-to crochet a neckline. Plus Matt the winner of our first Janome sewing machine give away shows off his new friend Jan. Fair LaborThread Heads: How-to CrochetHodge Podge FarmJanome's Myspace Page
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Earth Day Special: DIY Gardening, Decor It Yourself
To celebrate Earth Day, we are going to visit a cool DIY backyard, learn how to compost, and show you how to create your own indoor garden. With a special Earth Day Karaoke session and a simple quick tip, this week's episode is our greenest one yet. American Horticulture SocietyBio Gems Trees For The Future Hi Tree!National Gardening Association Pollyanna CowgirlWebby Awards
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How to Make a Picnic Blanket Backpack Earth Day Wearable Collections Eco Fashion Show Thread Heads
First off we are taking a ride with the guys who started a really amazing project called Wearable Collections. Then we show you how to make a picnic blanket backpack out of all your old tee shirts. Plus we get a special invitation and head to Connecticut for an inspiring eco fashion show. Be sure to go get yourself some nature. The Miami ProjectCENYCWearable CollectionsThreadlessKayla's Green AwakeningWebby Awards
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How to Make a Rain Poncho Spring Fling Thread Heads
This week we answer a viewer question and show you how to make a rain poncho out of an old shower curtain. Plus a visit to Bust's Spring Fling Craftacular and a sweet forum review. Spring showers bring DIY flowers! BUSTIndie Craft Shows
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DIY Re-Upholstery - Decor It Yourself
Happy Mother's Day! This week we are re-upholstering 6 antique dining room chairs, and learning how to re-cover a vintage ottoman. Upholstery is an art I have never tackled before, and this week we give new life to an old piece with organic fabric. We provide a quick tip that will keep your linens smelling fresh. There is also a special viewer submission in this episode of a cool way to recycle your family's old vacation slides.Bust MagazineCraft ZineDesign SpongeHoneysuckle CreationsReady Made MagRubie Green
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DIY Aprons - Decor It Yourself
The kitchen is the heart of a home, so this week we are making an apron out of an old pair of jeans. In our first of many kitchen episodes, we also accessorize our tabletop with an array of centerpieces, and give you a refreshing quick tip to serve your guests.Links:Bust MagazineEnderby Nest
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Contact Paper Screen Print ETSN Janome Contest Thread Heads
Hey there Thread Heads! This week we take a trip to the Better Than Jam headquarters to get a lesson in contact paper screen printing. We are also announcing our new Janome sewing machine contest so don't miss it!Better Than JamEtsy How-to Screen PrintThread Heads: Mod Podge Screen PrintingDance Erin Dance's Screen Printing tutorialHeaven and the HellNowhere LandSewzie BowzieSubmit Your VideoJanomeContest Page
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DIY Wall Decals - Decor It Yourself
Are your white walls closing in on you? Are you moving into a dorm room or have a strict landlord or parental unit? No worries, we have no-nail and no-paint wall solutions for you in this episode. This week, we will make DIY wall decals that are easy, movable and stylish. With a full wall decal guide, and peeks into how other nesters DIY their wall decor.LinksBlikDecor8Design Sponge DVider Nienie Dialogues Real Simple
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DIY Placemats- Decor It Yourself
Now that we have accessorized ourselves with aprons, we will DIY our kitchen tables by making placemats. Create a fun mix-matched set or make them all the same. This week's episode gives you a hearty dose of YOUR fantastic projects and ideas and has a stellar viewer submission.Links Bust MagazineHow About Orange
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DIY Backyard Overhaul, Decor It Yourself
This week is a patio make-over where we create a relaxing oasis in our urban backyard. We learn some basic carpentry skills to construct our own wooden planter for the garden and create new DIY flower pots and outdoor decor using recycled materials.Links:Bust MagazineCalifornia PaintsCrest Hardware
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Father's Day Special: Grilling 101
Father's Day is coming up, and if your dad is like mine, he is hard to shop for. This week we have a Father's Day Gift Guide and give a tribute to dad in our Grilling 101 episode. We give you some universal grilling tips that will help you get started this summer, and show you how to cook your first dish. Organic veggies and meatless hot dogs and hamburgers get your grilling season off to a great start!ApartmentTherapyBust MagazineCrest HardwareEveryday FoodLowe's Martha Stewart Real Simple
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Jewelry Organization, Decor It Yourself
Most people have a ton of jewelry and accessories; the trick is how to organize. This week we make a DIY earring screen and display it in vintage pieces. We also reveal who won the Tool Box Contest and show you a tutorial of their winning project.Bust MagazineDirt Girl Pottery RabbitsWho Made ItSara Schalliol
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DIY Bathmat - Decor It Yourself
Create a lovelier loo with a DIY lesson for your bathroom on this week's episode of Decor It Yourself. In this episode Meg makes a bath mat out of old towels and goes 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea! Learn how to weave towels and an eco-friendly quick tip that shows you how to make a homemade cleaning supply. Go Go Distro Instructables Rabbits 20K RideFemme Fatale
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How-to Make a Bikini Cover-up for Summer, Thread Heads
Don't get caught in an awkward situation without the proper gear. This week, Corinne shows you how to make a simple bathing suit cover-up out of an old towel and Rob takes us on a tour of some wacky wears he found on the web. Plus, a sweet viewer transmission and forum review. Summer is here!
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DIY Flag: Gay Pride Week - Decor It Yourself
This week we do a little DIY exercise to get ready for Gay Pride in New York City. This week's episode we make a DIY flag and hit the Gay Pride parade in Manhattan. You can now bring your pride home with your own flag.Dallas LeydisvalNYC Pride
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How-to Use a Serger, Indie-pendent Designer Spotlight, Thread Heads
After a sleu of questions , this week on Threadheads they answer all your serger questions and teach you how to operate the darn thing. Plus a look at Rob and Corinnes top ten Indie-pendent DIY designers.Gibbous FashionsAndrew Hanson FAnti.LabelBad Unkl SistaRuffeo Hearts Lil SnottyNew York CoutureCompaiRecycloneRebecca TurbowFrom Somewhere
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DIY Graffiti Lace - Decor It Yourself
This week, we use a cool technique and create graffiti lace. From this we make a tablecloth, dress, scarf and more. We take a peek into one of the loveliest homes in Brooklyn and have a fun new contest for all you green nesters out there. An Apple A DayTotally Bamboo
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How to make Flip Flops from an old Yoga Mat, Thread Heads
This week on Thread Heads, we show you how to take that old Yoga mat you got lying around and make em into a fun pair of summer flip flops, and we have a great viewer transmission, letting us scope out her latest DIY projects! And to wrap things up, we have an update from WSEW-News.
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DIY Pillows, Rx for Style ADD, Decor It Yourself
Do you ever get overwhelmed with how many beautiful things are out there? Do you want to be able to alter your home's aesthetic with your mood or the season? A great solution for this is making your own pillows. This week we make petal pillows in a lush, feminine fabric and head over to see a New York nest with a view from the top. Rubie GreenValentinoVogue
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How-To Attend and Throw a Yard Sale - Decor It Yourself
Do you need some extra cash? Is your clutter piling up on you? The perfect Summer solution is a how-to on throwing and attending a Yard Sale. This week we show you how to prep and carry-out a successful sale, and show you how to spot a score. A few key points will help you spot the key piece for your wardrobe or next DIY project. The Bedford Circus of FoolsCraigslistHippo Sect
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San Francisco Renegade Craft Fair 2008, Thread Heads
The Threadbanger and Janome crew head to San Francisco for the Renegade Craft Fair! We raffle off free sewing machines and teach people how to make their own tote bag. Plus, great interviews with other Renegaders.Forum member Glass OnionForum member Ivy Frozen Don't Quilt Your Day JobParty BotsPrix PrixNous SavonsI Love Predictibility
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DIY Lace Lampshade - Decor It Yourself!
Here at the nesting labs, we take on all kinds of aesthetic experiments. This week we morph a old lamp into a brand new lace lampshade. Using vintage and recycled materials we create a lovely, new accessory for the home. Then we take a trip on over to the New York nest of the tidiest bachelor.Ivan BordasJean-Michel Basquiat
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How To Make a Shirred Fabric Summer Dress
This week a special SewingTips 101 will show you how to shirr fabric and create a cool new summer dress.Mood FabricsOmgitsniki
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How-To Braid & 13 DIY Tips, Decor It Yourself
Braids have always been in fashion, and this week we learn how to braid fabric. From denim to gold, there are endless interpretations for this technique. Then we head over to Dave's New York nest and pick up 13 DIY tips & ideas.Jenny Harada Joseph the Artist Modern SquidNeo Geo GameSmith Gear
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Viewer Submitted Lesson from Lacie A.K.A. Laceel
This week we have a special viewer-submitted tutorial from Lacie A.K.A. Laceel, winner of the Janome sewing machine give-away Janome Contest!
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DIY Shelves - Decor It Yourself
Decor It Yourself is moving to WEDNESDAYS! So this week you have an extra day to work on your DIY project! This week, upon a flurry of forum requests, we tackle DIY shelves. With a few design details & up-grades you can make your shelving look fantastic. And you know all of those remote controls you have laying arond? Can you even find them when you need them? We have a viewer submission to shows us how to solve this problem for good. Vain and Vapid
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How to Embellish a summer tank top, Compai Girls, Threadbanger
This week Rob and Corinne are headed over to the Compai Compound for a quick summer how to lesson from the DIY Divas of Fashion themselves. So bust out those old tank tops and snagg a pair of scissors cause its time to get your embellishment on.Compai99 Ways Book Series Sewing Machine Contest
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DIY Weddings - Decor It Yourself
This week we show you how to have a DIY wedding with handmade Save-the-Dates. Weddings can end up all looking the same, so we give you a guide to help you make yours your own. Do-it-yourself and make your nuptials an individual and greener event. DIY BrideEco Chic WeddingsIndie BrideOff-Beat BridePink Lily PressUnion Pool
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