Support the National MS Society and get a chance to WIN some Rachel's Thread :)

Hi everyone :)
On May 2nd, I will be participating in the MS Walk as a "virtual walker". Rachel's Thread will be raffling off a lovely summer scarf to raise money for MS!  For every $2 that is contributed you will have 1 chance to win the scarf shown below:

How to enter:

Option 1. Click here Donate Online to be taken to the MS Walk website to make an online donation (Please note that the minimum online donation is $5).

Option 2. You can also see me in person for your chance to donate and enter to win.

Option 3. If you'd like to mail me a check, please email me (rachelsthread@gmail.com) and I will give you instructions on where to mail it.

You can enter as many times as you want. A winner will be drawn on May 3rd, once all donations and entries are tallied.

Thanks for your support!!

<3 Rachel

Baby Threads

Here are some of the adorable Baby Threads I've been working on for your little cutie or for the mommy-to-be.

Organic Cotton Reversible Bib:









Patched Baby Bag ~ This bag is fully lined with 2 inner pockets for stashing tiny baby things and one large inner pouch with velcro closure :)

Springtime Flamingos

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Thread Head Button Sticker Pack GIVEAWAY!

Thread Head Button Sticker Pack!
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Hear ye, Hear ye! I have 3 button/sticker packs to give away! Each pack comes with a 5x5" Thread Head Sticker and two 1" Thread Head buttons, which are perfect to pin on the end of your scarf. All you need to do is post a picture on our Facebook page of yourself (or your friend, your kids, your wife, your husband, your boss, your cat, your dog, your snowman, your mailman, etc.) wearing something from Rachel's Thread. After the first 12 photos are posted, we will select 3 winners who will each be sent a free button/sticker pack :)

Post your photos here: http://www.facebook.com/rachelsthread

:@) RACHEL

Send in your Snowman photos to be featured on rachelsthread.com

Dress your snowman in Rachel's Thread and you can be featured on RachelsThread.com!

Email your scarf-wearing snowman pictures to rachelsthread@gmail.com. We will feature a different snowman each week this winter. Please include your first name and the city/state where your snowman lives.


This snowman lives in EHT, NJ :)

News and New-ness

Hey, how is everyone? Keeping warm?
I thought it was time for an update so here we go, in outline form.

I. New Retailer ~ Hello Bluebird!
A. They say "We are an indie brick and mortar gallery and boutique, located in the up-and-coming, historic shopping district of West Reading, PA."
B. I say, "Sounds Awesome"
C. They are currently carrying Rachel's Thread upcycled scarves, tote bags (shown below) and pockets.
D. You can fan them on facebook if you'd like > Hello Bluebird on Facebook



II. Punk Rock Scarf Party @ Underground
A. Sunday, November 1, 2009
B. 12:00 pm til 5:00 pm
C. Smithville Village, Shop #92, 615 E. Moss Mill Rd, Smithville, NJ
D. Come see all the latest sock scarves... it will rock your socks.



III. Ocean City PTA Shopping Event
A. Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
B. 4:00 pm til 8:00 pm
C. Ocean City Intermediate School, 1801 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ
D. Come see Rachel's Thread, and also good friend Mermaid Tears jewelry! Sure to be a fun time...

IV. Follow me on Twitter! http://www.twitter.com/rachelsthread

V. Check out my etsy store ~ lots of cute kids scarves in stock ... Rachel's Thread on etsy

That's it. Thanks for stopping by, and hope to see everyone really soon <3

Herban Legend, Head Threads, and a view of my scarf room

I am happy to announce that Rachel's Thread "Head Threads" will now be available at Herban Legend in Smithville, NJ. This is just a few steps away from Underground in Smithville Village. Herban Legend is a socially conscious boutique, carrying handmade and fair-trade items... clothes, bags, accessories, incense, bumper stickers, jewelry and more. It is the newest home for Rachel's Thread "Head Threads". These are a stylish treat for your head, so stop by and check them out.

Here is a preview of the Head Threads, stop in to see the rest!




Also, in case you are interested, here is a photo of the view from my sewing machine table:



Take care everyone. Hope to see you all somewhere soon <3>