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Make a Family Cookbook for Mother's Day or a Wedding Shower!

susanstars, contributor | May 3rd, 20138 comments

A handmade cookbook full of treasured family recipes is a thoughtful gift for Mother's Day or for a newly married couple. You can make it as simple and homemade or as sleek and professional as you like!

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How to Create an Easy Double-Weave Spring Vase

Tina_Hilton, contributor | April 5th, 201311 comments

Embellish a handwoven basket with artisan yarns, insert a vase, and you have a beautiful way to display spring blooms!

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How to Weave an Easter Basket from Recycled Boxes

Sister_Diane, contributor | March 26th, 201313 comments

Raid your recycle bin for cardboard cereal and pizza boxes, and you can create pretty, sturdy baskets in lots of colors!

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How to Turn '80s Sweaters into Fashionable Floor Cushions

erika_kern, contributor | March 8th, 201315 comments

Honor your favorite television OB/GYN with a floor cushion any Huxtable would love! It's super easy with a few thrift store sweaters.

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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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Transform a Wool Sweater into a Felted Vest

Tina_Hilton, contributor | February 22nd, 20135 comments

With the official arrival of Autumn it is time to begin thinking about bringing out the sweaters. Give an old sweater a second chance with a little makeover.

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How to Make Snuggly Slippers from Old Sweaters

CalPatch, contributor | February 22nd, 201319 comments

These cozy slippers will keep your toes toasty and your conscience happy because they're totally upcycled.

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How to Make Necktie Valentines

Sister_Diane, contributor | February 12th, 201312 comments

If you have some neckties around, they're the perfect raw material for a cute Valentine heart that's not too frilly and has lots of crafty uses.

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How to Make Your Own Valentine

erika_kern, contributor | January 25th, 201324 comments

No Valentine? No problem! Just make your own using an old wool sweater and some scraps from around your craft space. How romantic!

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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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How to Make a Kitty Hat (for Humans!)

leethal, contributor | October 5th, 20126 comments

Show your feline adoration with a kitty hat, made from recycled sweater fabric, buttons, and other embellishing bits and pieces.

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How to Make an Out-of-the-Ordinary T-Shirt Quilt: Part One

erika_kern, contributor | September 7th, 201229 comments

This quilt is a great way to reuse the T-shirts you have that are too full of memories to throw away but too full of holes (or too small!) to wear.

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How to Make a Machine-Embroidered Felted Wool Tote

JenniferStern, contributor | September 7th, 201210 comments

Here are some tips on felting an old sweater, embroidering on felted wool, and inserting a zippered pocket into a lining. Put them all together to make your own felted wool tote or bag!

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