Do you have big old turtlenecks lying around that you would never wear? Well, Threadbanger can help you turn that old thing into a brand new shrug wrap! Use your cutting and serging skills to create a new/old sweater that has a sash you can wrap around your waist. For more DIY style, subscribe to […]
The Associated Content circuit has published this useful how-to to make floor pillows from old couch cushions, perfect for on-the-floor dining, video games, or to seat a roomful of little ones. The design is a variation on the envelope pillow, which allows the cushions to be removed and the covers washed, or switched out. The […]
Dirty laundry is not sexy. Neither are stuffed animals. To bring sexy back to the bedroom, you might want to considered taking these suggestions into consideration. 1. De-clutter. Bedrooms can become a dumping ground for newspapers, magazines, kids toys, you name it. Get rid of all that extraneous non-bedroom stuff that’s laying on the […]
Recently my buddy Don was presented with a conundrum. A friend of his needed to drill seven 1/4″ holes through 1 ½” thick granite. His friend had burned up 3 masonry bits trying to get the job done before he gave up. Don then reached into his bag of tricks and pulled out a […]
First, it’s not that kind of lubricant. It’s the kind you use on things like squeaky hinges, drill bits and fire arms. This recipe comes from my friend Don, who has christened it as ‘the best [oil] you will ever use’, and if Don says it’s so, it’s so. Believe me. What makes it special […]
While you’re waiting for your real annuals to bloom, bring those nasty plasties and a hot glue gun outside and make these clever recycled flowers. Materials: 1. Plastic bags 2. Mini glue gun with multiple heat settings 3. Scissors4. Dry Erase Marker 1. Cut the bag open. Then create multiple petals from the plastic 2. […]
From the time my husband was pulling up to the grocery store for spaghetti ingredients to when he pulled in the driveway, I had this little modern stool reupholstered from teardown to presentation. No kidding! I had been deliberating on what fabric to use all morning and afternoon so the hard part was over. I […]
Finally a use for colorful, rectangular placements available at World Market! Here’s a tutorial you can follow to make some jazzy padded laptop covers for yourself or for gifts. You’ll need a little more than basic sewing skills to do this, but it’s worth the time and it’s very customize-able. With some patience and desire, you’ll be […]
Folks, this project is not for the squeamish. It’s real life. A few spots, tears, chunks out of furniture you just aren’t ready to chuck. My friend pleaded with me to do a repair job on this tired ottoman that has a giant tear, nay, RIP, right down the middle of the top. It’s a long story […]
Instructable-user CarlSandra2005 came up with this clever alternative use for a tomato cage: a tri-level plant stand. And since this only cost, what 25-cents, and you probably have at least three or four unused ones lying about, you could do them in multiples for a Jetsons-like effect. Simply use pliers to shape your cage appropriately, […]
If you work with fabric at all, you’ve got an ever growing collection of leftovers in your craft space, just lying there with their frayed edges, waiting to be called upon for some new cleverness. For a little inspiration, here’s more than one-hundred ideas to give them new purpose. Scrap Happy Vol. I […]
BHG has a list of 20 great ways to boost your curb appeal. They’ve even catagorized them into projects that can be accomplished in a day, week or even month. In a day: In a weekend: In a month: To review the entire list accompanied with pictures illustrating each idea, visit BHG. Looking for more […]
Round watermelons are so last century. Case in point: Farmers in Japan have begun to ‘grow’ cube-shaped watermelons by inserting them into tempered glass squares while the fruit is still growing on the vine. Not only do they look cool, they take up less room in the fridge too.
While helping a friend with her booth for a trade show, we learned how to install grommets simply and frustration-free. If you need grommets installed for a craft, drapes, shower curtains, drawstring totebags, or your handsewn tent, DO NOT think that a grommet kit from a fabric store will be sufficient. Try to get a semi-industrial kit from the hardware […]
Indie Fixx teamed up with artist Andrea Oda for a helpful tutorial on applying custom images to enamel pendants and other jewelry. The instructions are for an electric ceramic pottery kiln, but seems totally accomplishable. (Is that a word?) 1. While the kiln is warming up, stick your enamel pieces on a wire shelf to […]
Silhouettes can transcend paper, you know? I’ve been experimenting with all sorts of fabrics for silhouettes during the past year and a half. The best materials are felt, hide, suede, faux leathers and, if you don’t mind a little raveling, cotton velvet. Believe it or not, the yellow floral fabric was a hideous sundress I […]
Oftentimes it’s quite simple to improve on an old idea. This DIY Hangable Hamper took me two hours, tops, to design and complete. It can be constructed from remnant fabrics and old purse handles salvaged from the Goodwill or your mom’s closet. My less-than-tidy husband is thinking of attaching a hook on the wall in the […]
The reusable grocery bag is no stranger to Curbly, but we’ve never featured this many options. Featuring sew-able options, some for knitters, and plenty you can crochet, will getcha away from those disposable plastic monsters in no time. Sewing Grocery Bags & Totes Fabric Grocery Sacks: Replicas of plastic grocery sacks made from vintage sheets […]
We show you how to make a really cool handbag from some scraps of fabric and an old book!
Have you had any problems creating the perfect hat? The rim always turns out to be warped right? And you don’t want to follow the crowd and buy one of those mass produced beenie hats right? Well, we here at Threadbanger, have been overwhelmed with requests for guy-fashion, so in this episode we are taking […]
