Copyright (c) 2009 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - "Vintage" tag posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/tag/vintage Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:13:21 -0500 Threads - "Vintage" tag posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/tag/vintage Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:59:06 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10199/recycled-vintage-pillowcase-designer-fabric-toddlers-swing-jacket http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10199/recycled-vintage-pillowcase-designer-fabric-toddlers-swing-jacket Posted by VintageBaby
This darling jacket starts with a sweet vintage pillowcase, vintage lace, vintage buttons, and a gorgeous designer rose fabric. The front of the vintage pillowcase I used had been hand embroidered... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10199/recycled-vintage-pillowcase-designer-fabric-toddlers-swing-jacket Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:33:33 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9458/silver-man-from-the-future http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9458/silver-man-from-the-future Posted by spacey09
This costume was worn to an early Halloween party just 5 hours ago by my friend! I made both the bodysuit and the tights/pants myself! (Note that the wig and the body paint/makeup were bought... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9458/silver-man-from-the-future Sat, 24 Oct 2009 04:45:44 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9686/satin-pleated-clutch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9686/satin-pleated-clutch Posted by constructivism
My own design for a clutch Handbag made in silk satin with a front pleat detail & tiny pleats to give shape to the base. It is closed with a sunken/ hidden zip construction. Finished it measures... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9686/satin-pleated-clutch Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:50:52 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9452/70s80s-gold-disco http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9452/70s80s-gold-disco Posted by spacey09
This is a very disco style costume I designed myself to be worn for Halloween 2009. The costume consists of 2 separate pieces of garment, a single piece very shiny liquid gold lame' longsleeved... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9452/70s80s-gold-disco Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:50:53 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9335/echo http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9335/echo Posted by dollydiva
I enjoy making, designing and dressing dolls.  My Avatar is one I created from an old photograph of "Echo'.  Her father was the town founder of Echo, Oregon which he named after... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9335/echo Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:05:56 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9268/shiny-liquid-gold-lame-tanktop-style-bodysuit http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9268/shiny-liquid-gold-lame-tanktop-style-bodysuit Posted by spacey09
I was probably inspired by certain shiny fashions of the past, so I decided to sew together this awesome liquid gold lame' bodysuit made of very silky 100% polyester fabric! Yet I'm not sure if... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9268/shiny-liquid-gold-lame-tanktop-style-bodysuit Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:29:22 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8890/jestersmother-info http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8890/jestersmother-info Posted by jestersmother
I am a 56 year female. Married 30 years. 2 grown daughters and a 3 year old grandson. I always wanted to design clothes but could never afford the schooling. So I just designed and made cloths for my... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8890/jestersmother-info Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:06:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8886/jester-scepters-for-fife-the-jester http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8886/jester-scepters-for-fife-the-jester Posted by jestersmother
These are Jester Scepters used by my daughter when she dances in her Fife the Jester costumes. The main character in her children show, Fife the Jester in Leaping Land. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8886/jester-scepters-for-fife-the-jester Thu, 06 Aug 2009 23:09:57 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8356/vintage-linen-lined-boys-jacket-and-shorts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8356/vintage-linen-lined-boys-jacket-and-shorts Posted by axncatsma
This Vintage Linen Jacket and Shorts are both lined.  I made these for my son 18 years ago for my cousin's wedding - and he wore it at my wedding, too - but with purchased slacks... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8356/vintage-linen-lined-boys-jacket-and-shorts Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:39:57 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7981/my-passion http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7981/my-passion Posted by dsrtrt2
I love fashion and history and have combined those interests into creating historical fashions. Pretty much all of my dresses have a historical influence.  Many of them are period correct. I... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7981/my-passion Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:02:17 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8158/linen-towel-for-healthy-bath-time http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8158/linen-towel-for-healthy-bath-time Posted by LinenKids
The perfect towel even for the child with the most sensitive skin – it’s a rare towel since few European companies weave terry cloth from linen. LinenKids is proud to present – from... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8158/linen-towel-for-healthy-bath-time Thu, 23 Jul 2009 03:32:34 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8070/boys-linen-shirt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8070/boys-linen-shirt Posted by LinenKids
This vintage-style inspired shirt is made in an interesting, striped texture of 100% linen. It has a stylish, lace-up front. The sleeves are 3/4 length. This light, Thin shirt is perfect for summer... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8070/boys-linen-shirt Thu, 14 May 2009 02:09:39 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7160/vintage-embroidery http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7160/vintage-embroidery Posted by gossjean
Sometimes, it will do a soul good just to slow down and do something that forces you to reflect and remember!  Recently, I ran across a few items that came in a lot that I had purchased in an... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7160/vintage-embroidery Sat, 09 May 2009 12:48:12 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7056/now-thats-a-houndstooth http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7056/now-thats-a-houndstooth Posted by lynnewill
This is a retro Butterick pattern from 1936 Made from a wonderful wool and angora houndstooth.  The top stitching was done by hand.  It is fully lined in silk crepe de chine.  ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7056/now-thats-a-houndstooth Fri, 08 May 2009 19:22:39 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7049/vintage-wedding-gown http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7049/vintage-wedding-gown Posted by MCarolina
I had the inspiration to design this dress from my grandmother wedding gown ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7049/vintage-wedding-gown Sat, 11 Apr 2009 10:55:55 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6656/chantilly-womens-skirt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6656/chantilly-womens-skirt Posted by ellene_mcclay
~ lovely soft pinks and creams, ruffled layers of lace, chiffon and tulle over a vintage pink slip.  ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6656/chantilly-womens-skirt Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:10:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6620/find-vintage-fabrics-patterns-and-all-kinds-of-sewing-loot http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6620/find-vintage-fabrics-patterns-and-all-kinds-of-sewing-loot Posted by Ariel Price
Take a peek at this website that has an incredible selection of vintage and unique textiles in addition to other fabulous sewing finds. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6620/find-vintage-fabrics-patterns-and-all-kinds-of-sewing-loot Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6514/in-search-of-a-threads-back-cover http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6514/in-search-of-a-threads-back-cover Posted by judith neukam
Threads’ back covers have inspired sewers for years, but the vintage clothes you see are not so easy to find. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6514/in-search-of-a-threads-back-cover Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:39:10 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6501/vintage-sewing-books-make-great-modern-teachers http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6501/vintage-sewing-books-make-great-modern-teachers Posted by Nicole Smith
Next time you see old sewing books at your neighbor's garage sale, snatch them up--you never know what sort of knowledge is inside. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6501/vintage-sewing-books-make-great-modern-teachers Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:32:12 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4363/adrianas-wedding http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4363/adrianas-wedding Posted by eusbel
She was wearding a beutiful dress that I made with CHARMUSE silk, FRANCE CHANTILLY and was drapeaded all the top. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4363/adrianas-wedding