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Product Review: Gutermann Recycled Thread Polyester

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I just got back from CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) and I am beyond excited to share one of the most amazing discoveries I came across — Gutermann’s Recycled Polyester Thread! Yes, you heard that right — this high-quality sewing thread is made entirely from recycled plastic water bottles!

Gutermann has taken a huge step forward for eco-conscious crafters by investing significant time, research, and resources to make this sustainable innovation a reality. The result is a strong, reliable, and environmentally friendly thread that performs just as beautifully as their traditional polyester threads. It’s a small but powerful way to reduce waste and make our sewing projects more planet-friendly.

I absolutely love seeing major brands like Gutermann making a real commitment to sustainability. If you’re as thrilled as I am about companies offering recycled options, now’s the time to speak up! Let your favorite craft stores — like JoAnn’s — know that you want to see eco-conscious products on their shelves. Reach out to their customer service and tell them you want to buy Recycled Polyester Thread by Gutermann in their stores!

Let’s support innovation that supports the planet — one stitch at a time.

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  2. Hopefully it will be available in the UK I do a fair bit of my sewing and beadwork on Gutermann threads, they are quite good for the finer lighter beads and don’t stretch a lot, unlike other threads and they are available in different thicknesses

  3. To get on a common ground many thread weights are measured by TEX. Tex is
    the weight in grams of 1000m of thread. This can also be talked about in
    DTEX (Decitex) which is Tex x 10. This is the European standard.

    Our Sew-All Polyester thread has a dtex 290 and the rPET (Recycled) has a
    dtex of 355. In comparison our standard Cotton 50 has a dtex of 300.
    Therefore the rPet is a little closer to our Cotton than our Sew-all
    Polyester.

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I Found a Table Made from Mannequin Legs—and I’m Still Not Over It

 

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Okay, I have to tell you about one of the most bizarre-yet-brilliant DIYs I’ve come across in a while. While scrolling through google (as one does when deep into a late-night upcycling rabbit hole), I stumbled on a video tutorial for a table made out of mannequin legs. And honestly? I couldn’t look away.

This project is peak creative chaos—in the best way. The concept is exactly what it sounds like: four mannequin legs, flipped and fixed in place, supporting a standard tabletop. It’s got this quirky, surreal vibe that makes it feel part high fashion, part modern art installation. Think: Tim Burton meets IKEA.

What I loved most about this video is how surprisingly accessible it is. The creator breaks the process down clearly—so even though the end result looks totally wild, the steps are manageable. You’ll need a few tools and a decent amount of glue or screws (depending on how permanent you want this table to be), but nothing too technical.

Design-wise, this piece is an absolute conversation starter. It would look amazing in a creative studio, a funky coffee shop, or even as a statement piece in a minimalist home—anywhere you want to break the “normal furniture” mold. The contrast between the realistic mannequin legs and a basic tabletop is just the right kind of weird.

If you’re into recycled home decor, eco-conscious DIY projects, or just love adding some unexpected personality to your space, this one’s worth bookmarking. Whether or not you ever make it yourself, it’s guaranteed to make you see mannequins—and furniture—in a whole new way.

Catch the full tutorial and see the visual magic for yourself on Recyclart. Just be prepared to say, “Wait, is that a leg?” every time someone visits your house.