Recycled Tote Bags, Sustainable Clothing, Art, ThreadbangerThis 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!Links in this episode:Morsbagshttp://www.morsbags.com/Buffalo Exchangehttp://www.buffaloexchange.com/Rebekah Potterhttp://rebekahpotter.blogspot.com/DH Love Lifehttp://dhlovelife.com/
Meg's Holiday Decor Special, ThreadbangerGo on a holiday journey with Meg as she shows you how-to throw your own holiday party. Gifts, Decor, Cocktails...what more could a DIY Holiday party ask for?
How To Make a Loom and Scarf, ThreadbangerEver thought your neck was going to freeze off it was so cold outside ? Well worry no more...this week venture into Threadbanger land and learn how to not only make your very own loom but how to utilize all that scrap fabric you got lying around and make a scarf with it. Thanks to Barbara from Bobbi Clothes for hooking it up.Links in this episode:Bobbi Clothes - http://bobbiclothes.com/
SteamPunk Goggles Threadbanger Crossover : BFXEvenin' Gov'na! How lucky you are to have that datascope (a.k.a. computer); for now you can build yourself some SteamPunk Goggles for your next bioscope (a.k.a. movie)! Check out this Friday's episode of ThreadBanger to get the designs for your SteamPunk Costumes:http://www.ThreadBanger.comSpecial thanks to Abney Park for providing us with some Tesla-powered tunes:http://www.AbneyPark.comThe lexicon of this description was provided by The Gatehouse:http://www.ottens.co.uk/lounge/index.php
Eco Friendly Clothing, Conscious Clothing, ThreadbangerThis 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.Links in this episode:Rag Trade Happy Clothing Cohttp://www.myspace.com/ragtradecoBad Unkl Sistahttp://www.badunklsista.com/Reware Stylehttp://www.rewarestyle.com/Etsy Trashion Street Teamhttp://www.etsytrashion.etsy.com/Music Video: The Willowzhttp://www.thewillowz.com/
Meg's DIY Birthday Special - ThreadbangerTo start the year off right, Meg shows us how to keep all of our friend's and family's birthdays in one neat place. Plus, the crucial elements needed to throw a killer DIY b-day bash!
Interview with 31 CornLane, ThreadbangerRob and Corinne Catch up for an interview with the triple sister team behind Brooklyns Popular '31 Cornlane' handbags.Links in this episode:31 Corn Lane - http://www.31cornlane.com/
Halloween Costume Ideas, Fairy Wings, Threadbangermake your own fairy wings out of wire hangers and old tights.http://www.threadbanger.comgo to the threadbanger blog for written instructions.
American Sewing Expo, TShirt + Flannel=New Hoodie, ThreadbangerWOOHOO! Rob and Corinne invade the American Sewing Expo in Novi, Michigan and get a sweet tutorial from the new winners of the Threadbanger/Janome Sewing Machine.http://www.americansewingexpo.com/http://www.sistahsofharlem.com/http://www.backtobackalapaca.com/
How-To Paper Bead Jewelry, Newspaper Recycling, ThreadbangerLast week we got a rad video in from Becca who taught us how to make these really cool bead necklaces using old magazines and newspapers. So this week we're showing you how to make your own paper bead necklace with some old newspaper strips.
How-to Crochet a Hat, ThreadbangerThis week, Rob and Corinne give the viewers what they want and show them how to crochet a hat. Also, take a look at all the holiday goodness that has been posted on the forums!Links in this episode:How To Crochet Video: http://www.threadbanger.com/thread-heads/episode/THR_20070615
Halloween Costume Ideas, Mummies, ThreadbangerRob teaches us how to make a Muuuummy Costume out of old sheets and clothes from the thrift store. Who knew mummification could be so easy?
How-to Make Cool T-Shirts, ThreadbangerIs the heat gettin you down? Well, this week's How-to Tuesday shows us an easy way to ventilate your clothing.www.threadbanger.com
Macramé Jewelry, ThreadbangerSummertime is infamous for long roadtrips, so this week we show you how to beat the boredom by making macramé jewelry in the car.
Is Your School Geek or Chic? YouTube Contest!ThreadBanger is looking for the most unfashionable school in the U.S.A.! If you think your school has what it takes, then prove it! Submit a YouTube video response and show us how much your school needs a Threads Heads Makeover. The winning entry will see the fantastic duo, Rob & Corinne fly across country to give your school or a student a DIY fashion overhaul.So what are you waiting for? Get out your video cameras and start uploading! All you need to do to enter is show us examples of your own conventional or uninspired fashion tastes or those of your friend or teacher! We won't judge, just re-fashion!To enter a teacher or a fellow student, make sure to ask them first! You can discuss the contest on our site forum, or join our YouTube ThreadBanger group http://youtube.com/group/threadbangerAny questions? Send us an email at mailto:contest@threadbanger.com or visit http://www.threadbanger.com
Felt Club, ThreadbangerIts that time of year, when Threadbanger encourages you to buy all your holiday gifts from indie artists! Take a trip through the fabulous craft event, Felt Club!
Threadbanger: Interview with Costume Designer Susan HilfertyTo kick off our Halloweeny Mayhem, Threadbanger brings you this exclusive interview with Tony Award Winning Costume Designer Susan Hilferty to get you fired up and inspired to start getting to work on your own costumes.
Tote Bags, Bagitude, Enderby Designs, ThreadbangerEarth 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.
How-to Make a Tuxedo Bib, ThreadbangerThis week were hangin' with the brilliant pattern makers of Burda Style for a special New Year's Eve tutorial. A project sure to dress up any wardrobe for the big day....how to make a detachable tuxedo bib.Links in this episode:Burda Style - http://www.burdastyle.com/
Threadbanger Blooper Special!The hilarious behind the scenes moments of the past year, Threadbanger Style!
How To Embroider, Austin Craft Mafia, ThreadbangerWhile we were in Austin for Stitch, we grabbed an embroidery lesson from Austin Craft Mafia member Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching. We'll also take a look at some crafty local stores in Austin, check out a viewer submission and answer your questions!Links in this episode:Craft Mafia Offical sitehttp://www.craftmafia.com/Jenny Hart's artworkhttp://www.jennyhart.net/Sublime Stitchinghttp://www.threadbanger.com/admin/edit_post/www.sublimestitching.comBlack Mailhttp://www.blackmailboutique.com/Creatures Boutiquehttp://www.creaturesboutique.com/HovercraftCody Scrogumhttp://www.painterlyhandsomes.com/Parts and Labourhttp://www.partsandlabour.com/Lawless Revolution (pulp secret inspired wallet)http://www.lawlessrevowear.com/Music Video: The Octopus Projecthttp://www.theoctopusproject.com/
Threadbanger: Holiday How To Make a Cape with MegThis week we're bringing back Meg from Threadbangers Decor It Yourself to give us a wintery lesson on how to make a Holiday Cape. Enjoy!Links in this episode:Enderby Designs - http://enderbydesigns.com/Decor It Yourself Episodes - http://www.threadbanger.com/decor-it-yourself/episodes
Eco Friendly Clothing, Asheville NC, ThreadbangerThis week, the Thread Heads are heading to Asheville, NC to check out their art scene. They'll get a chance to speak with one of the Asheville designers as well as take a tour downtown Asheville and go to the many sustainable clothing stores.Links in this episode:Ashley Page of Tegonia Designshttp://www.tegonia.com/Plasma's ThreadBanger Raphttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjQoWAnB3LMThe Honey Pot (sorry no website...go in person:)Poutfitshttp://www.poutfits.com/Recyclonehttp://www.recyclone.org/Elliottelephanthttp://www.elliottelephant.com/ThreadBanger YouTube Contesthttp://www.threadbanger.com/page/is-your-school-geek-or-chic
Gala Darling, ThreadbangerCorinne sits down for a one-on-one with famous fashion blogger Gala Darling...cupcakes anyone?Links in this episode:Gala Darling - http://www.galadarling.com/
Eco Halloween Make-up, ThreadbangerDon't settle for halloween make-up that's bad for you and the planet! Corinne shares some great eco halloween make-up tips and products.http://superecolog.blogspot.com/2008/10/eco-friendly-halloween.htmlhttp://www.dhlovelife.com/v2/show/archive/?wk=22http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5089487http://forum.threadbanger.com/showthread.php?t=10779&highlight=blood
Prom Dresses, Bow Ties, ThreadbangerThis 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
Caroline Hwang, Quilting, ThreadbangerThis week, quilting artist Caroline Hwang, shows us how-to do some basic quilting techniques. Rob shares a bunch of great quilting resources and Corinne takes a look at quilts done by the Threadbanger community. Quilting ain't just for Grannie anymore!
How to Make Organic Cleaning Supplies, ThreadbangerAs we await the warm weather, let's do some all-natural Spring Cleaning! This week, we learn how to make homemade, organic cleaning supplies and how to create a lovelier library. In preparation for the up-coming gardening season, we get a quick tip on bringing a little green into our nests.links in this episode:Dr. Bronner - http://www.drbronner.com/Drugstore.com - http://www.drugstore.com/Green Living Ideas - http://greenlivingideas.com/Martha Stewart - http://www.marthastewart.com/Method Home - http://www.methodhome.com/Mrs. Meyers - http://www.mrsmeyers.com/Seventh Generation - http://www.seventhgeneration.com/
DIY Re-Upholstery, ThreadbangerHappy 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.Links in this episode:Bust Magazine - http://www.bust.com/index.phpCraft Zine - http://craftzine.com/Design Sponge - http://www.designspongeonline.com/Honeysuckle Creations - http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5128501Ready Made Mag - http://readymademag.com/Rubie Green - http://rubiegreen.com/
DIY Wall Decals, ThreadbangerAre 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.With Threadbanger Steam Punk week in full effect, this episode of Decor It Yourself takes on terrariums. Brooklynite Amy Merrick shows us how to make our own potted constructions and glass gardens.Links in this episode:Apartment Therapy - http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ASPCA - http://www.aspca.com/Brooklyn Indie Market - http://www.brooklynindiemarket.com/Humane Society - http://www.hsus.org/InHabitat - http://www.inhabitat.com/Nest - http://www.enderbynest.com/
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