Necktie Projects!
NECKTIES
I have seen several different patterns and layouts for necktie quilts, ranging from using antique ties to finding used ones here and there, all the way to purchasing brand-spanking new ones. But, just when I thought I had seen it all (well, most of it, anyway), along comes several quick projects that absolutely captured my full attention!
While watching the DIY Network on Tuesday of this week, one of the regularly scheduled programs, Uncommon Threads, featured crafting with neckties. Talk about an eye-opener! As soon as the show opened and the featured projects put on the screen, I was glued to the tube, and with that said, there are three (3) projects I would like to highlight. For more details, including instructions and supplies needed, regarding each project, please refer to the DIY Network site.
The first project is an A-line-type skirt that simply rocked. The hemline was staggered and the side seam of the skirt was fastened with grommets and ribbon. The waistband was made from, imagine this, a necktie! I was most impressed with this project, which is why I have it listed first.
The second project, embroidering neckties, is one that proved interesting after it began. By that, I mean that at first, I did not think it would be anything new that I had not already seen. But, the semi-interesting part is the televised show giving me the notion that I could actually make my own neckties from any fabric of my own choosing! How cool is that! And just for the record, I would think that they could come up with a better appliqué than the one demonstrated!
The third project was my least favorite, however, I can easily see how this one would really appeal to young people! This project, a necktie wrist cuff, seemed to be a snap to make!
I do not know about you, but if I were in the mood to make one of these, the skirt would win, hands down! How about you?
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An original article from Quilting Passion by Terry Crawford.
quilting, quilts, neckties, neck ties, wrist cuffs, antique neckties, vintage neckties, DIY Network, Uncommon Threads
May 9th, 2007 at 6:34 am
That skirt is cool! Wish I had the body to wear something like that. I agree with you about the applique on the necktie. I didn’t even realize that’s what it was until you pointed it out (I thought the mannequin was holding a cardboard cutout of an apple). I wish my cable company carried DIY outside the digital band.
May 9th, 2007 at 8:58 am
Those are interesting projects, though I’m not sure I’d make any of them personally. I appreciate the creativity put into them all, and yes the skirt is the most impressive, but it just isn’t my “thing”. I might make it but I’d never wear it.
May 9th, 2007 at 9:53 am
well, since i live alone, i’d first need to make the ties to make the skirt….*L*
interesting projects tho…ties must be “in”
just yesterday, i saw patterns for a table runner and placemats made from them
May 9th, 2007 at 10:11 am
I saw the braclet on a different DIY show over the summer? I was teaching a club for my 1st graders class this September and we made the braclets and the necklaces. Most of the kiddos were small enough that we were able to make belts with the middle part of the tie. The kids really loved them. Instead of trying to get the kidsto make button holes (I can’t even do button holes)we used eyelets and ribbon.
May 9th, 2007 at 1:38 pm
Well, I have the body for the skirt; just not the “right” body! The way the skirt was put together made it a mini-skirt, and my age alone puts me way past the “mini-skirt” stage. If it weren’t for that, I may have given it a shot!
I think I’d be more interested in using newer ties, too. I’m not too crazy about the look the old ones had.
Great idea about making the cuffs for a school project, too! Definitely something that kids would love doing.
June 7th, 2007 at 8:36 am
The necktie skirt goes back to 1980 [http://www.motherearthnews.com/Homesteading-and-Self-Reliance/1980-03-01/Fashions-From-Old-Ties.aspx March/April 1980 "Fashion From Old Ties" "Using old neckties that have gone out of fashion and transforming them into quilts, pillows, rugs, place mats, wall hangings, etc." "Carol Clivio explores a beautiful and unique way to recycle."]
I made inner headbands for two hats with the narrow end of silk ties. Also a wristwatch/velcro band. Use the narrow part to cover belts, make a cat collar, suspenders (use clips from old suspenders), also the wallet can be modified to make a cellphone case or eyeglass case by inserting padding.