Book Review – Wayward Threads: Techniques and Ideas for Upcycling Unloved or Discarded Garments

Better than recycled—up-cycled!Basic sewing skills are all you need to turn unloved or discarded clothing into creative opportunities of your own expression.

With Wayward Threads as your guide, you will create your own fun-to-wear garments that are not only fresh and truly unique but that you can feel great to have given new life!• Simply-structured designs• Step-by-step projects for both vintage textiles and current used garments• Ideas for additional directions to take each project• Inspiration gallery• Shopping tips for the types of garments to look for• Ways to incorporate embellishments beyond those originally intended for clothing, such as linen napkins and tableclothsRepurposed garments are on the cutting-edge of fashion for many highly-respected designers and now it’s our turn to follow suit. Upcycling abandoned clothing is not only fun and satisfying, it’s also rewarding as a conscientious choice.

Wayward Threads is your key to creating attractive fashion statements that are as one-of-a-kind as you are

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!