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How to make a vest from a plaid shirt

_nikki_, contributor | March 8th, 20139 comments

Transform an everyday oversized flannel shirt into a super-cute plaid vest.

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How to Make an Infinity Scarf

_nikki_, contributor | February 22nd, 201320 comments

Keep warm with this designer-inspired accessory from SewStylish Fall Fashion 2010.

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How to Embellish Kneesocks

susanstars, contributor | January 10th, 2013

I love wearing kneesocks, so I thought I'd embellish a couple of my favorite pairs for fall. Here are a few ideas for fancying them up with button rosettes.

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How to Upcycle a T-Shirt into a Cardigan

CalPatch, contributor | November 2nd, 201234 comments

A little crochet and a bit of sewing transform an old tee into a cute cardi with a ruffled sleeve. It's a perfect piece for transitioning your wardrobe into spring!

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How to Make a Vest from an Old Pullover Sweater

leethal, contributor | November 2nd, 20124 comments

Reconstruct that sweater that you're bored with to turn it into a cute new vest with custom embellishments of your choice!

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How to Make Hand-Warming Gloves

Sister_Diane, contributor | November 2nd, 201230 comments

You can sew up a tiny rice pack to nestle in the palms of your favorite gloves in about ten minutes. Then, pop your gloves in the microwave for a few seconds, and presto! Cozy warm hands!

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How to Make Hats from Recycled Sweaters

CalPatch, contributor | October 26th, 201228 comments

Here's a project you can use to make gifts for him, her, and the little ones, too! And it probably won't cost you a penny.

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Enter the Thrift Store Runway Fashion Contest!

Evamarie, web producer | October 22nd, 2012

Threads Editor Deana Tierney is this month's Thrift Store Runway contest guest judge!

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Hurry, enter the bernette by BERNINA 'My World' Inspirational Contest Now!

Evamarie, web producer | September 25th, 20121 comment

Enter by September 30, 2012 to win a bernette 25 sewing machine by Bernina!

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Read Threads and SewStylish on Your iPad or iPhone!

Evamarie, web producer | September 21st, 20125 comments

Download the new app and start reading Threads Magazine on your iPad or iPhone!

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Make a Quilted Bag and Tote Your Laptop in Style

MaryRay, contributor | August 24th, 201212 comments

Here’s a bag you can easily make yourself and, just like a custom-made garment, it will perfectly fit your computer.

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Make Beach Glass Earrings

Jen_W, contributor | June 29th, 201214 comments

Grab a Dremel tool and create a pair of summery dangles out of a few pieces of beach glass collected during your seashore holiday.

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How to Make a Stacked-Button Necklace

kaytet, contributor | June 12th, 201213 comments

Most of the time we look at buttons from the front, but what to do when you have a whole bunch of not-so-exciting buttons? Stack them up and make some accessories!

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How To Make Customized Occasion T's

CalPatch, contributor | June 11th, 20125 comments

Any DIY or green celebration can benefit from upcycled commemorative T-shirts, and making them can even be part of the festivities!

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How to Make a One-Pattern-Piece Reversible Sunhat

CalPatch, contributor | April 20th, 201227 comments

Don't let patternmaking intimidate you! It's simply drafting shapes based on your measurements. This simple sunhat project is a good introduction to the wonderful world of flat patterns.

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