Copyright (c) 2010 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - Readers-closet category posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/readers-closet Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:28:41 -0400 Threads - Readers-closet category posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/readers-closet Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:17:13 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12798/safari-red-sundress http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12798/safari-red-sundress Posted by runwaygal
I am always inspired by great looking prints and material. I instantly loved the way the red flowers popped on this classic zebra print.  This stretch pique was perfect for a summer... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12798/safari-red-sundress Sun, 14 Mar 2010 22:48:05 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12796/vintage-buttonhole-workers http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12796/vintage-buttonhole-workers Posted by lyzcollins
I found these two "Famous" Buttonhole Workers in a sewing desk that I bought at the Volunteers of America Thrift Shop in Rochester, NY.  What little information I could find on the internet... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12796/vintage-buttonhole-workers Sun, 14 Mar 2010 21:58:25 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8526/yoga-mat-tote http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8526/yoga-mat-tote Posted by marybethb
Yoga mat tote with velcro-fastened pocket for keys and whatnot and drawstring closure. It was so quick and easy that I amde one for a friend too! I adapted this design from... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8526/yoga-mat-tote Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:04:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12792/little-lace-bra http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12792/little-lace-bra Posted by kkegeland
So this was my first time making a bra and it turned out amazingly! It is super comfortable and fits like a glove. I never would have been able to buy something so perfect. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12792/little-lace-bra Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:39:48 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12785/heavy-duty-tote http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12785/heavy-duty-tote Posted by cloudyhn
Material : Heavy weight felt for quilting. Total cost $6. Just came up with the fabric idea so I sketched and stitched within an hour . For more please visit my own websitenbsp... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12785/heavy-duty-tote Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:10:28 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12782/accept-paypalwwwgolden-sellercombrand-shoesfashion-handbagsclothesbikinis http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12782/accept-paypalwwwgolden-sellercombrand-shoesfashion-handbagsclothesbikinis Posted by goldenseller
http://www.golden-seller.com       Newest fashion style of sport shoes,strait jackets,hot underwear,NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA Jerseysnbsp... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12782/accept-paypalwwwgolden-sellercombrand-shoesfashion-handbagsclothesbikinis Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:36:16 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12780/my-sewing-projects http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12780/my-sewing-projects Posted by Drafter29
The fabric is "linen type", according to the fabric bolt.  I made the triangle to match each section of the dress.  Possibly the most challenging dress I've ever made.  ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12780/my-sewing-projects Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:11:17 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12755/frugal-walletclutch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12755/frugal-walletclutch Posted by AvidAccents
The theme on my blog this month is transforming a $1.00 suit jacket into fabulous accessories. First challenge was this wallet/clutch. See the tutorial at my blog. www.avidaccents.blogspot.com ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12755/frugal-walletclutch Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:40:13 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12765/mini-sunray-convertible-clutch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12765/mini-sunray-convertible-clutch Posted by constructivism
This is a smaller version of my Sunray Clutch, with an optional pop-in/pop-out wrist strap. Full pattern & instructions are for sale from my etsy shop. I have added a tutorial for making the zip... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12765/mini-sunray-convertible-clutch Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:32:13 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12760/mystery-plait-tote http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12760/mystery-plait-tote Posted by constructivism
The handle of this tote is braided using the "mystery plait" technique used in traditional leather crafting. I've adapted it to make in fabric so that the handle emerges seamlessly from the body of... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12760/mystery-plait-tote Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:02:23 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12729/soysilk-spring-scarf-orchid http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12729/soysilk-spring-scarf-orchid Posted by donnabgoode
I ended the bottom (around face) with successive rows of single crochet which decreased the "tube" so it fits the face.  Using Southwest Trading Company Soysilk makes the cowl for spring use and... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12729/soysilk-spring-scarf-orchid Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:17:54 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12705/modification-of-burdas-denim-jacket-pattern-for-kids http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12705/modification-of-burdas-denim-jacket-pattern-for-kids Posted by savo1986
I'm new to this sewing thing, and this is my first jacket. There are a couple of little mistakes but my kind friends are quick to tell me they can't see  them. Still, I'm rather pleased with the... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12705/modification-of-burdas-denim-jacket-pattern-for-kids Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:05:29 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12690/adult-clothing-converted-to-baby-clothing http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12690/adult-clothing-converted-to-baby-clothing Posted by pinprick
I am a new (ish) mom, and am not too well off. Baby girl needed a sweater and I had two old 22W women's sweaters to remake. The ivory one shows you the women's short sleeved sweater I started with... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12690/adult-clothing-converted-to-baby-clothing Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:59:18 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12679/lets-go-for-jean http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12679/lets-go-for-jean Posted by cloudyhn
Spring's coming. I can't wait to walk out there in my Jean Dress and Jean Wood Wedge which I had done today. I got this Silver Sparkling Jean Fabric quite long ago (1.1m for $5) ... 2-way stretching... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12679/lets-go-for-jean Sat, 06 Mar 2010 23:34:03 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12675/carousel-of-beauty http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12675/carousel-of-beauty Posted by runwaygal
Little girls love beautiful dresses and this became a favorite. Using a mint green stripe for a basic girls dress, I trimmed it in lace and pink piping. I made an underskirt out of white  and... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12675/carousel-of-beauty Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:41:14 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12644/get-this-lookeasy http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12644/get-this-lookeasy Posted by AvidAccents
Chic and cheap....i vote YES all the way! I made this necklace out of scrap fabric squares (FREE), gold accent beads (1.00) and lace (i had some scraps so... FREE). I love the versatility of this... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12644/get-this-lookeasy Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:32:48 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12638/you-sew-can-do-this http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12638/you-sew-can-do-this Posted by AvidAccents
I absolutely LOVE this necklace. I made it out of leather pants ($3.95 goodwill find) and an old chain belt (free...yes). I came up with 5 ways to wear this....can you think of any others? I will... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12638/you-sew-can-do-this Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:47:53 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12633/measca-shoulder-bag http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12633/measca-shoulder-bag Posted by Cuada
This is a Smaller version of my other 'Slouch' Shoulder bags -This one is made from wine cord, aubergine ruffle cotton  - which was part of a ripped skirt and black fabric. The strap is made... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12633/measca-shoulder-bag Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:13:27 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12610/outfit-for-office-like-pro http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12610/outfit-for-office-like-pro Posted by cloudyhn
I had sketched and stitched this outfit (no pattern) almost 3 years ago. What I loved about this one was the details I had put on. The first time I used serger for the fabric lace for the... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12610/outfit-for-office-like-pro Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:34:21 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12564/gold-paisley-clutch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12564/gold-paisley-clutch Posted by kkegeland
Here is another little clutch I made. This one is made with gold, paisley silk. I love how it turned out! ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12564/gold-paisley-clutch