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WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2012-03-07T18:43:00.001-08:00

If you haven't noticed, the Rodeo is in town Y'all!

We still have some great THREADS for your cowboys and cowgirls!

Come get 'em while the gettin' is good!

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St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner.

We have tons of GREEN so the wee one

doesn't get pinched!

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Ready for Spring Break?

Get prepared for fun in the sun with these swimsuits.

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Just in this week:

Baby Trend Expedition LX Jogging Stroller

$100

Baby Trend Diaper Champ

$18.00

I {heart} Pinterest.

2012-03-01T00:00:00.004-08:00

Yes, we are on the "Pinterest Wagon".

It's an addiction for sure.

Here are a few things we have seen this week that makes us say

I {heart} Pinterest.

The Strength of My Love.

www.barnowlprimitives.com

$90.00

This is perfect for a nursery!

Turn your Instagram Photos into a poster!

Click here to find out how.

What a great piece for your home office, playroom or master bedroom!

DIY Play Tent

Around $20.00!

(Click here to get instructions)

Our kids would love this!

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2012-02-29T18:38:00.004-08:00

Just in: New Shipment of Eeboo!

We first blogged about these back in

October (click here to read original post).

During the holidays we sold ever. last. one.

We reordered the Hardware Store (tools) and Read-to-me designs.

We also ordered a new one for us - Animal Parade.

All (3) designs are only $25.00.

Come get them before they are gone!

For The Bump!

Don't forget we have maternity for those moms-to-be.

Designer Jeans, Dresses and MORE!

Come check our new rack in the front of the store.

Lolly's Hands

The newest shipment of Lolly's Hands

arrived last week. Her owls fly off the shelf!

We are glad you guys love them as much as we do.

Owls ~$35 Animals ~$32

Remember Laura will make custom orders too!

Have a nursery you want to match? Or a particular

animal in mind? Let us know
and we will have her make it for you.
Custom orders ~$40

We've Been Blogged.

2012-02-28T11:03:00.003-08:00

Last week Jordan Marie Schilleci went into

Thread and had a great time talking to Kari.

Jordan is a blogger - among other things.

She was sweet enough to blog about our sweet little shop.

Check it out: holding on to the little things.

We are starting to collaborate with Jordan Marie on a project.

Stay tuned to find out what we have up our sleeves.

Thread's New Sign!

2012-02-27T10:36:00.001-08:00

If you haven't noticed, things are slowing changing

at Thread. And for the better!

- Brooke Schwab Photography is moving in March 1st.

We are so excited!

- We are starting to expand downstairs
to make room for bigger sizes!

We hope to carry Newborn to size 14 by the end of 2012.

- We are redecorating! After being in the space for a year,

we are trying to make it more our own.

- Kari painted the door Thread green!

- We got a new sign!

Go Texan Day: February 24th

2012-02-23T11:48:00.005-08:00

Are your kids ready for Go Texan Day?

If not, come see us for some Rodeo Wear!

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We were curious how Go Texan Day started, Googled it and thought we would share.

Hope your little Cowboys + Cowgirls enjoy one (of many)
reasons we love being from Texas!

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It's been called a spirit. It's even been  referred to as a fever. Very few individuals - if any - can explain it.  People in Houston just know that there's something in the air, and they  know that it arrives early in February and lasts about a month.

They smell pit-smoked barbecue for miles. They see  their friends wearing jeans and boots. And while driving to work, they  pass hundreds of men and women on horseback, some even in wagons.

Most Houstonians know exactly what's going on -  they've been around it for many years. But "foreigners" might not  realize they're being soaked in the Go Texan Spirit.

"Grow beards, wear big hats, boots and spurs.  Let's put a little touch of the Wild West into this thing." Those were  perhaps the first words spoken that informally established the unique  Western flavor of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™.

It was in 1938 when the general manager of the  Houston Chamber of Commerce initiated a motion to immerse the city in  excitement for the Houston Fat Stock Show and Livestock Exposition. It  wasn't, however, until the mid 1950s that the Go Texan movement was  officially launched, as a result of an advertising agency promotion.

In 1954, Archer Romero chaired the first Go Texan  Committee, and members of the newly-established group encouraged  everyone to wear Western clothes. The Friday before the parade, Houstonians young and old, short and tall,  and chubby and, well, chubby, are encouraged to dress in their finest  western wear to help usher in the year’s rodeo. An auspicious start to  the near-month long event.

Source: Houston Livestock Show + Rodeo

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2012-02-22T08:15:00.001-08:00

Curious What's New @ Thread?

We get new items daily!

Check out some of our favorites below:

Our Toy Section is growing!

We are so excited to have so many wonderful items in store

to help educate, stimulate and entertain your kids.

Come check out our new toy section!

Serena + Lily

Bassinet, Stand + Sheets

$200.00

Bloom

Chocolate Brown Bouncer

$99.00

Open Today from 10 to 2!

2012-02-21T05:59:00.000-08:00

Kari is feeling ambitious today!

She is opening the store from 10 to 2 today.

Go say hi and check out all our new arrivals.

There are so many fun things in the store right now!

Rodeo Time Y'all!

2012-02-20T09:23:00.002-08:00

With the Rodeo right around the corner, we thought it

would be fun to post a few fun things to celebrate the

Houston tradition with your kids. Thanks to Pinterest,

we found some rodeo appropriate ideas for you to enjoy:

Bike Rodeo

A great, alternative outdoor activity.

Bandanna Skirt

Perfect use of those bandannas

to make one of a kind skirts.

Cowboy Perfect Lunch

for Go Texan Day!

Follow Thread on Pinterest!

2012-02-16T00:00:00.000-08:00

Thread is now on Pinterest:
www.pinterest.com/threadhouston

Follow us to see what interests us Thread Girls
and moms like you!

~ Holiday Ideas
~ Finds Just for Moms
~ Snack Ideas
~ Products We Love
~ Crafts
~ Educational Material
~ Decorating Ideas
AND SO MUCH MORE!

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2012-02-15T19:08:00.001-08:00

We are excited to announce changes at Thread!

Kari + I welcome

Brooke Schwab to 321-B W. 19th St.!

www.brookeschwabphotography.com

Many of you may know Brooke's work! She is a local photographer

that believes her job as a photographer

"is to show people their beauty in who they really are,

to capture the truth of ones life and the

uniqueness in each person that deserves to be captured".

Brooke is going to turn the upstairs of Thread into her studio.

We think the space's natural light and feel is a perfect space for Brooke

and we are delighted she agrees! Brooke specializes in wedding, family

and newborn photograph! We think she is a perfect fit in our little store.

Brooke will be moving in March 1st.

Super Bowl Sunday!

2012-02-05T07:51:00.000-08:00

Thread is back open on Sundays!

We know you missed us while we were closed on Sundays in January.

We are excited to say we are back open STARTING TODAY!

Please note our new hours on Sunday are now 12 to 4.

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Our tent sale continues today, so come and see us!

Plus receive 15% off your total purchase

when you bring in the following items for the

Houston Food Bank's Souper Bowl of Caring Food Drive :

Consign Your Spring + Summer Items NOW!

2012-02-03T11:07:00.000-08:00

Spring is Just Around the Corner!

We are now accepting Spring + Summer Consignment Items.
Clean out your closets and bring us your items to sell!

PLEASE NOTE:

We are starting to carry larger sizes! We will now be
accepting sizes up to size 14. We are collecting inventory now
and can't wait for you to be able to shop for your bigger kids!

Stay tuned for more information
on our little store's expansion!

Welcome Baby Liam!

2012-02-02T10:58:00.000-08:00

Liam Daniel Clemmer

January 3rd, 2012

6 lbs ~ 11 oz ~ 20 inches

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I am so horrified that I haven't posted a blog since December.

Needless to say I have been a little busy.

My husband and I welcomed our second son

to the world right after the New Year.

We can't believe he is already a month old.

Kari is doing an incredible job - as we knew she would -

running the store all by herself. Please go by and see her.

I hate for my friend to be lonely!

Plus we have so many great items in the store right now!

Merry Christmas!

2011-12-24T08:24:00.000-08:00

We are closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

to spend time with our families and focus

on the reason for the season.

The Thread Girls wish you and yours

a very Merry Christmas!

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

2011-12-18T08:34:00.001-08:00

Join us for the

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

Today, Sunday, December 18th

20% OFF

ALL toys

AND

40% OFF

ALL Christmas Attire.

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

2011-12-17T07:51:00.001-08:00

Join us for the

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

Today, Saturday, December 17th

25% OFF

ALL Baby/Kids Equipment.

2011-12-16T06:34:00.000-08:00

Join us for the

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

Today, Friday, December 16th

15% OFF

ALL Shoes.

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

2011-12-15T00:00:00.000-08:00

Join us for the

12 Days of Christmas Sale!

Thursday, December 15th

20% OFF

All Jeans

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

2011-12-14T09:07:00.000-08:00

Join us for the

12 Days of Christmas SALE!

Today, Wednesday, December 14th

20% OFF

ALL COATS + SWEATERS

Come see us tonight, we are open late!

2011-12-08T08:30:00.001-08:00

Need to do some Christmas shopping?

Tonight only, Thread will be open late!

Come see us - we will be here till 8 PM.

- adorable holiday outfits for boys + girls

- great stocking stuffers

- custom and generic holiday cards from Pepper Lindsey & Co.

and MUCH, MUCH MORE!

Holiday on 19th St. = Success!

2011-12-07T08:15:00.000-08:00

Thank you to all who came out to Holiday on 19th St

and stopped by Thread. A special thanks to those of you

who donated goods to Noah's Kitchen!

The turn out was great and fun was had by all.

Check out some of our favorite highlights from the night:

Santa with the kids!

Hot Chocolate and Sweets = Yummy!

A little holiday cheer.

Andy Roo playing in front of Thread.
(CDs on sale at the store!)

The men of the hour:

Andy Roo + Santa @ Thread

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2011-11-30T11:32:00.001-08:00

We are so excited to announce that we are now carrying Early Rider Bikes!

Early Rider is a British Company based in Henley on Thomas that is the best

in balance bikes - bikes without pedals.
Early Rider was conceived when founder

Andy Loveland was trying to teach his son how to ride a bike.

Check out the VIDEO on Early Rider's website!

It's an adorable video + a killer product.

Ask us today how to order your bike through Thread!

Santa @ Thread!

2011-11-29T00:00:00.000-08:00

Santa will be @ Thread

Friday, December 2nd from 6 to 7 PM

as a part of Holiday on 19th St.

Bring your kids + your cameras!

We can't wait to see you there.

Reminder: Holiday on 19th St.

2011-11-28T17:15:00.000-08:00

Please join us this Friday, December 2nd for

Holiday on 19th St!

Holiday on 19th St is from 6 - 10 pm

benefiting Noah's Kitchen.

Now Through December 4th Merchants on 19th St

Are Collecting Donations of :

peanut butter

dry pasta and pasta sauce

new socks

small toiletries

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We will have AndyRoo playing his

favorite kids songs from 6 -7pm.

Small Business Saturday: November 26th

2011-11-20T12:54:00.000-08:00

Be sure to join us on SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY!

Saturday, November 26th

Come shop 19th Street with the family + help support

small businesses like Thread.

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To learn more about Small Business Saturday, click HERE.

Thanksgiving Holiday.

2011-11-18T14:57:00.000-08:00

Threadies!

Please note we will be closed the week of Thanksgiving:

November 21st - 25th

We are usually closed Mondays + Tuesdays, but we are going

to spend a little time with our families and take off

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday too.

We will be back open on Saturday, November 26th and Sunday, November 27th.

From our families to yours - HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2011-11-09T18:08:00.001-08:00

We are so excited to announce we are now carrying Pepper Lindsey & Co. at Thread. They create custom designs for invitations, announcements and holiday cards. You can chose from a selection of designs that they have already created, or request a custom design that better suits your needs.

Adorable Cupcake Toppers.

$15 for 12

Non-Custom Holiday Thank You Cards.

Wine Tags.

$24 for 12

Vinyl Labels.

$16 for 80

Custom Notecards.

Flat $18 for 12

Folded $32 for 24

Custom Notepads (50 pages).

$20 for 2 designs

$38 for 4 designs

Anna + Ashley are local moms who are friends of Thread and consignors too! We know you will love their products as much as we do! Come in and place your order with us today!

Good Night Houston!

2011-11-05T12:53:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce that we are now carrying

Goodnight Houston by Jennifer + Kyle Solak.

Goodnight Houston is a 32 page, hardcover children’s book that takes families on a bedtime tour of the many points of interest that make Houston unique. It's a journey that will have kids dreaming of the magical places they can visit in the biggest city in Texas!

Come in and pick up your copy today!

Holiday On 19th!

2011-11-04T14:33:00.000-07:00

Be sure to join us on 12.2.11

for Holiday On 19th!

Stay tuned for more details!

Happy Halloween!

2011-10-31T08:38:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween from our families to yours!

Kari's Boys- Miles + Oliver
Fireman + Police Officer

Rebecca's Lucas

Baby Dinosaur

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We thank you for being a part of our extended family!

Have a safe + happy Halloween.

Reminder: Pick-A-Pumpkin Today!

2011-10-29T08:06:00.000-07:00

Up to 50% off ALL Halloween Items.

2011-10-27T10:20:00.000-07:00

Friday, October 28th to Sunday, October 30th

Take 50% Off ALL Halloween Clothing.

This includes:

* Halloween costumes

* Halloween Tshirts, Onesies + Hats

Plus, receive 20% Off all Halloween banners, frames and pillows.

If you are one of those "last minute" shoppers, you must stop by Thread!

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2011-10-26T09:52:00.001-07:00

Kari made an exciting trip to Urban Market on Sunday and found some amazing furniture for the store. We know you will like them too! That is why they are for sale! Check them out the next time you are in the store.

Aged Wooden Table on wheels ~ $280

Can't you picture this in a playroom, your craft room,

or as a kitchen island!

Rustic Metal Hutch ~ $395

A great alternative for a changing table in

the nursery with baskets to store everything

underneath and pictures on the shelves above!

Rustic Metal Cart on wheels ~ $115

Perfect for toys in the playroom!

-SOLD-
Antique Wooden High Chair ~ $125

Perfect for decoration in a nursery or for dolls!

Pick a Pumpkin @ Thread!

2011-10-22T11:13:00.000-07:00

Pick A Pumpkin @ Thread!

Oct. 29th

Bring your kiddos in their Halloween costumes and trick or treat at the store!

If you spend $25 or more at the store you can "pick a pumpkin" and get a special discount!

Can't wait to see your little threadies in their costumes!

Come see us! Bring your friends!

Also, 20% off all Halloween costumes from now until next weekend!

Reminder: Holiday Open House.

2011-10-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to join us on Thursday, October 20th for our

Holiday Open House from 5 to 8 PM.

LAST CALL for Halloween Costumes!

2011-10-16T20:11:00.000-07:00

Still have a Halloween Costume you want to consign with us?

We will take them until October 19th.

Don't delay! Clean out your closets once and for all.

Bring Thread your costumes that your kids can no longer wear.

We will sell them for you!

It's Halloween @ Thread.

2011-10-14T11:04:00.000-07:00

Still looking for a costume? Or perhaps some unique Halloween decor to finish off your decorating? Have you been to Thread lately? We have some adorable items in store!

Pumpkin Pillows from Lolly's Hands ~ $35.00

Ghost Pillow from Lolly's Hands ~ $35.00

Trick-or-Treat Banner from Little Freebirds ~ $38.00

(also available in "BOO")

Halloween Frames from $12 to $14

WNW: What's New Wednesday!

2011-10-13T10:52:00.001-07:00

Introducing eeBoo!

So many of our customers fell in love with our

wall decor that we decided to carry them in the store.

Kari just happened to pick up these eeBoo cards on one of her ventures

this summer to Florida for the store. We love them!

Read-to-Me Collection is on display @ Thread.

The Moon is full is a part of the Read-to-Me Collection.

Jelly beans are small is a part of the Read-to-Me Collection.

A giraffe is tall is a part of the Read-to-Me Collection.

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Come check out our (3) different options all for $25.00.

1. All Around the Land (animals)

2. Hardware Store (tools)

3. Read-to-Me

Fun w/ Overture!

2011-10-11T09:20:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who came out for the FREE music event
by Overture on Saturday! We had such a blast with Ms. Ekanem!

For more information on Overture, please visit overturekids.com.

Mark Your Calendars: Holiday Open House @ Thread.

2011-10-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

Overture @ THREAD Saturday, October 8th!

2011-10-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2011-10-05T13:07:00.001-07:00

A few months ago we introduced you to Little Freebird Banners. We are in love with the newest banners Amy Free, owner/creator, sent us for the upcoming holidays. Come in and get yours! You can even special order the banners with your own sayings.

HALLOWEEN -

THANKSGIVING -

CHRISTMAS -

Best Window Shopping: 19th St.

2011-10-03T14:58:00.000-07:00

Although Thread didn't win BEST RESALE SHOP in this year's Houston Press 2011 Best of Houston Poll we are very excited that 19th Street won best window shopping!

Best Window Shopping - 2011

19th Street

Though in constant flux, one thing about 19th Street in the Heights hasn't changed in years — it beats the Galleria by a mile (several blocks, actually) when it comes to window shopping. For one thing, the items in the windows on 19th Street are things you can actually afford. Vintage fashions at Replay complement the Heywood Wakefield furniture in the little antique store next to Shade. If you prefer modern wear, just around the corner is Buffalo Exchange, where you can find modern designers at gently used prices. And while the Galleria has AC, more and more restaurants and cafes are popping up on 19th, where you can rest and refill before hitting the shops again.

WNW: What's New Wednesday!

2011-09-28T14:12:00.001-07:00

Thread is now more organized than ever!

We have divided the clothes by size a little bit better

making it easier for you to shop!

Next time you come in you will see rack dividers

organizing the sizes by age on each rack so it's easier for you to

locate exactly what you are looking for.

Get in + Get Cute!

We Still Need Halloween Costumes!

2011-09-26T19:56:00.000-07:00

I know we posted yesterday that we do not currently

have room for anymore items in the store.

Well, that is not exactly true.

We still want your Halloween Costumes!

We are in need of bigger kids sizes: 24M, 2T to 5T and bigger!

But will take any size as long as they are adorable and in great condition.

The costumes are flying off the shelf so if you have a closest full of old costumes in great condition, bring them in! You not only get cash in your pockets, but your closets will thank you for it!

Busting at the Seams!

2011-09-25T15:27:00.000-07:00

Thread is BUSTING at the seams!

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For the time being, Thread will NOT be

accepting new consignment items!

We apologize for the inconvenience,

but our racks are FULL!

Please check back with us in a few weeks

to see when we will be taking your items again.

Thank you for your continued support!

We look forward to seeing you in store to shop

all our great Fall/Winter finds!

Sidewalk Sale Extended!

2011-09-24T20:17:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all of our customers who came out yesterday for the sidewalk sale!

We had such a great turn out that we have decided to

EXTEND the sale to Sunday, September 25th.

Please join us from 2 to 5 PM for some

great finds before they are all gone!

Sidewalk Sale on 19th Street!

2011-09-23T13:29:00.000-07:00

Join us tomorrow, Saturday September 24th

for our Sidewalk Sale!

10 AM - 5 PM

Shop 50% of the following items:

- Boppy Pillows

- Diaper Bags

- Select Jeans

- Select Onesies

- Shorts...

AND MORE!!

Other stores on 19th Street participating in the sidewalk sale:

- Jubilee

- The Lift

- Casa Ramirez

- Eric Delgardo Jewelry

We can't wait to see you!

WNW: What's New Wednesday.

2011-09-14T00:00:00.001-07:00

Check our ad out this Fall in Heights Pages!

We are so excited to be surrounded by so many unique + successful business.

SHOP LOCAL, Shop Houston Heights.

Pick up a copy @ Thread today!

Repost: VOTE FOR THREAD!

2011-09-13T18:47:00.000-07:00

Hurry!! Voting ends tomorrow, September 14th.
(click anywhere below to go vote!)

Consignment Checks Are Ready!

2011-09-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

Checks Are Ready!

Please contact us today to see if you have a check from August:

281.501.0148
threadhouston@yahoo.com
OR
Come in and see us! We have so much Fall Clothing, you will want to see!

VOTE FOR THREAD!

2011-09-09T09:20:00.000-07:00

Help Thread win Best Resale Shop!

Vote today by clicking HERE!

Voting ends SEPTEMBER 14th, so don't delay!

Don't feel like filling out the whole survey? Just go to Question #34.

We hope you think our little store is the BEST!

Thanks in advance.

Kari + Rebecca

Got Halloween Costumes?

2011-09-02T15:09:00.000-07:00

Our Halloween Costumes + adorable Halloween Attire is out!

We have some great costumes for sale:

Pumpkin

Monkey

Dinosaur

Giraffe

Fairy...

AND MANY MORE!

Come in this weekend to get the best selection.

While you are in, shop our 50% OFF SALE for Labor Day.

Your last chance to get some great buys for this HOT Houston weather.

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Have a Halloween Costume (or two) that you would like to consign?

We would love to take a look.

Believe it or not Halloween will be here before you know it.

Now is the time to bring your costumes in.

Can't wait to see what you have!

Reminder: NO STORYTIME TOMORROW!

2011-09-01T13:46:00.000-07:00

Just a friendly reminder there WILL NOT be

storytime tomorrow, September 2nd.

With school back in session, we wanted to

let everyone settle into a their new routine.

We hope to bring it back in the months ahead,

so please stay tuned!

Thank you to all our friends + customers for coming

out this Summer and making storytime a success!

We really enjoyed our time together.

WNW: Fall @ Thread!

2011-08-31T10:02:00.001-07:00

FALL?

We know, we know! With record breaking heat in Houston

it is hard to imagine that it is time to start stocking up on Fall Clothing.

But we are hopeful that the cold weather is coming soon.

Thread is starting to roll out the sweaters, corduroys and jackets.

Come in to see us for the best selection.

New arrivals daily!

Reminder: Laura Tilley @ Storytime

2011-08-25T11:00:00.000-07:00

Please come join us tomorrow morning for storytime at 10 AM!

We are having local author and mom Laura Tilley read her recent book: Magic of the Morning!

Hope to see you there!

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2011-08-24T13:11:00.001-07:00

We are so excited to announce that we now carry TWISTBANDS!

These new hairband and headbands are all the rave!

Created and designed by a mom,

we think you will loves these for yourself and your little fashionista!

Come check out the colors we currently have in store!

Hairbands ~ $3.00

Headbands ~ $5.00

CORRECTION: Magic of the Morning by Laura Tilley.

2011-08-18T07:52:00.000-07:00

Last week Laura Tilley was suppose to be our guest reader @ storytime, but unfortunately she was unable to make it. She has been kind enough to reschedule for Friday, August 26th (next Friday).

Please join us @ 10 AM to hear Laura tell her magical story.

You can also pick up your signed copy of her book @ Thread.

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2011-08-17T13:56:00.000-07:00

Come check out our Maternity on SALE!

We have to make room for Fall.
Enjoy 40% off!

New Fall finds + classic pieces arriving daily!

Reminder: 40% OFF Sale going on now + Back 2 School!

2011-08-11T15:09:00.000-07:00

We had a great turn out for WLN!

A lot of our sale stuff flew off the shelves!

But don't fret! We still have tons of adorable clothes + shoes!

Come in and see us soon for the best selection.

Sale ends 8.31.11

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Get all your BACK 2 SCHOOL needs at Thread:

Back Packs

Denim

Shoes

Dresses

AND MORE!

Your little fashionistas (and your wallet) will thank you!

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2011-08-10T14:36:00.000-07:00

We are so excited to announce that we are now carrying

The Magic of the Morning by Laura Lightfoot Tilley!

Laura is a Heights resident and a friend of Thread.

Please join us for our LAST summer story time Friday, August 12th!

Laura herself will be reading her magical book.
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We are selling the signed copy of the book for $24.99.

Reminder: Storytime Friday!

2011-08-04T19:05:00.000-07:00

Join us for Storytime @ Thread!

Only a few more weeks left of Summer Storytime.

If you haven't joined us, it's not too late!

Friday, August 5th

10 AM

Thread

321-B W. 19th St.

Houston, TX 77008

Summer Clearance SALE: 40% OFF!

2011-08-02T18:53:00.000-07:00

Starting 8.3.11 all SUMMER CLOTHES + SHOES are 40% OFF!

We are making room for our Fall + Winter items.

Come early for the best selection!

Sale ends 8.31.11

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In Addition, get 20% OFF all equipment and gear!

(strollers, high chairs, diaper bags, bedding + more!)

Calling all MONKEYS! Storytime @ Thread!

2011-07-28T11:43:00.000-07:00

We've gone WILD @ Thread!

This week's theme is MONKEYS!

So.....bring your little monkey on over for some fun!

7/29/11 @10am

See you there!

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2011-07-27T09:11:00.001-07:00

The store is full of early learning items for those who are expecting or just had babies. It is our first time to start carrying such items, but they are so cute how could we resist!

Fisher Price ~ Rainforest Jumperoo

Our Price: $48 ~ Original Price: $95.99

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Bright Star ~ Pink Tummy-Time Mat

Our Price: $18 ~ Original Price: $49.99

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Bright Stars ~ Baby Deluxe Play Place

Our Price: $40 ~ Original Price: $69.00

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Check out our other WNW Posts: July 20th and July 13th!

Storytime @ Thread = Success!

2011-07-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all the parents for brining your kids to

Storytime @ Thread the past two weeks!

We have had a blast doing it.

Kari leading Storytime.

Moms enjoying time with their kids.

We do a "craft" after Storytime

that relates to books that were read.

Haven't been able to join us yet?

It's not too late! We look forward to seeing you this Friday!

Reminder: Storytime Friday!

2011-07-21T13:15:00.000-07:00

Join us tomorrow for Storytime @ Thread!

The fun begins at 10 AM.

It's dinosaur theme this week.

See you there!

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2011-07-20T10:31:00.001-07:00

Thread is excited to announce we now carry Little Freebirds! Amy Free, creator of Little Freebirds, makes cute + stylish banners for any celebration or room decor. Amy recently blogged about her banners being sold @ Thread:

TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2011

Now in Houston!

We are very excited to announce that you can now buy our banners at THREAD in Houston! Check out their website and awesome store! Love the setup of their store and they have great inventory! Both my kids wear clothes from their store! "Like" them on Facebook too!

THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2011

Banners Galore!

We just finished a custom name banner and some more Happy Birthday banners to send down to Thread in Houston! They are keeping us busy :) Working on little Brinkley's custom name banner next, check back soon!

All our banners now come in these cute pouches for storage or as a keepsake.

(Click on the photos for a larger view)

The Joshua + Robin Berry Story.

2011-07-15T14:36:00.000-07:00

Children of tragic car wreck victims Robin and Joshua Berry are back in Houston

recovering from injuries sustained in the July 2 crash in west Texas that killed their parents.

The two boys, Peter, 9, and Aaron, 8, were transferred from Lubbock

to a Houston hospital late Wednesday night, July 6.

Both boys are being treated for spinal injuries.
The Berry's daughter, Willa, 6, is now staying with family friends in Houston.

She was treated at Covenant Hospital in Lubbock for a broken arm and ankle.

The children arrived home the night their parents were buried at Beth Yeshurun cemetery.

Nearly 2,000 people attended the double funeral service at the synagogue.

In their eulogies, family members and rabbis pledged to

honor the parents' memories by taking care of the children.

The children's aunt and uncle, Matt and Simone Berry, have been named legal guardians.

Joshua and Robin were killed in an auto accident over the July 4 holiday weekend

while driving through Fort Stockton, Texas, on their way back home from a family vacation in Colorado.

Please help support the rehabilitation and growth of the Berry children by donating to their Fund at the
"Donate Now" page linked to the left. If you have previously donated elsewhere,

your donation will funnel through to the same account linked here via paypal.

May their parent's memories be for a blessing.

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Our hearts go out to the children of Joshua + Robin Berry. Thread wants to make it easy for the local community to help. From now until the end of August we will be collecting monetary donations for the Berry Children's Trust. At the end of August, Thread will MATCH all donations made by our customers.

Reminder: Storytime Today!

2011-07-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

Remember storytime @ Thread today at 10 AM. Please join us!

June checks are cut!

2011-07-14T05:06:00.000-07:00

June checks have been cut.

Please contact us to see if you have a check to pick up.

Thread

321-B W. 19th St.

Houston, TX 77008

threadhouston@yahoo.com

281.501.0148

WNW: What's New Wednesday

2011-07-13T17:40:00.001-07:00

By now you know Thread is a consignment store. Ninety percent of our items have been gently used (but you really can't tell because they look like new). We do get a good share of items from our consignors that have never been worn and are brand new with tags still on.

We tell you this so you can keep that in mind when you need a gift. We are often asked "what do you think about giving a consignment item as a gift?". Kari + I are fine with it. We do it all the time. But we also believe in recycling clothes. That's why we own Thread. With that said, we realize not everyone is into recycled clothes and there are those times it is simply just not PC.

That is why we started carrying items that are new and one-of-a-kind for those times you need a gift. We have introduced you to Lolly's Hands in the past. Her handmade, recycled fabric stuffed animals are a huge hit with our shoppers!

We also introduced you to Carina's Hair Clips. These adorable clips are just the right size and not too girly.

We just started carrying wooden frames. The perfect gift for all those baby photos! We carry several gender-neutral for all those moms who do not find out what they are having ahead of time.

We have even started to take custom orders!

Next time you need a gift and quick, remember Thread has more to offer than second-hand clothes!

Storytime @ Thread: Friday, July 15th.

2011-07-12T05:37:00.000-07:00

We are back from vacation and settled back into real life again.

We have been slacking on the blog this summer. No more excuses.

We have so much to tell our Threadies!

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We are so excited to introduce Storytime @ Thread.

Please join us this FRIDAY, JULY 15th at 10 AM.

Our very own Kari Burdick, former teacher and Co-Owner of Thread,

will lead storytime.

Bring your kids! We can't wait to see you.

Shop, Sip, Stroll.....

2011-07-01T10:31:00.000-07:00

Come out and visit 19th St. this 4th of July weekend! We are closed as usual on Monday but will be here Sat./Sun. Hope to see you! We have some adorable outfits perfect for the holiday!

New Maternity @ Thread!

2011-06-10T10:27:00.000-07:00

We just got some great, bright colored, summer maternity clothes!

Come In. Cool Off. Get Cute.

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(SOLD)
Mother Hood Maternity ~ Green/White Big Circle Dress

Size Small ~ $14

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Pea in the Pod ~ Pink/Sequin Embellished Tank Top

Size Medium ~ $24

2011-06-09T10:13:00.000-07:00

Thread just put up three SALE racks!

Come in to get the best selection before it's all gone!

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Celebrate Memorial Day in Style!

2011-05-26T09:53:00.000-07:00

Even your littlest one should celebrate

Memorial Day in style!

Come see us and check out all the new adorable items we have

received for summer! Red, White + Blue @ Thread!

What? You DON'T Want My Clothes?

2011-05-18T18:40:00.000-07:00

Yes, we WANT your clothes!

We just ask that you hold on to them for a few more weeks.

We will start taking items again June 1st.

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We are going to take the next couple weeks to organize,

assess what we have on the racks and make some sales!

Afterall, we have to make room for your new items right?!

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If you haven't been in the store lately,

we are stocked in all sizes and have a variety of items!

- Summer Shoes for boys + girls

- Jeans in all sizes

- Shorts, shorts + more shorts

- 3 Strollers

- High Chair/Shopping Cart Covers

- Maternity Clothes

- Swim Suits

- Summer Hats

AND MUCH MORE!!!

Please come by and see us!

And don't forget to bring your items to us in June.

Summer Fun Party: Tonight @ Thread!

2011-05-13T16:12:00.000-07:00

Come join us @ Thread!

The Summer Fun Party is just getting started.

Come shop Thread, Beanies and Sam + Lucy.

Enter to win a Mother's Gift Basket tonight only!

(a gift certificate to Shade and Heights Spa)

We will keep the wine chilled for you!

See you soon.

April Consignment Checks Are Ready!

2011-05-12T08:37:00.000-07:00

Please come by the store to pick up your consignment check for April!

If you are not sure if you have one to pick up give us a call, email us or come by the store! We get new arrivals daily that we know you will want to see!

Thread

321 B W. 19th Street

Houston, TX 77008

281.501.0148

threadhouston@yahoo.com

Welcome To The World - Landry Case!

2011-05-07T07:23:00.000-07:00

Friend of Thread, Kelsey Case, just welcomed her baby girl

into the world earlier this week.

Could she be any more adorable in her "take home" outfit from THREAD!?

Welcome Landry Case! We can't wait to meet you.

Lolly's Hands by Laura Bay.

2011-05-01T09:58:00.000-07:00

Laura Bay, creator of Lolly's Hands, lives in Arkansas and makes

these adorable, handmade, recycled-fabric stuffed animals

EXCLUSIVELY for Thread.

Each animal is made with love and comes with a personalized "mom-ism".

Lolly's Hands' animals retail for $32.00.

Heres a peak of what we currently have in store:

Laura even custom makes animals upon request.

Come in today to get these one of a kind animals!

All Bedding 20% Off!

2011-04-30T14:07:00.000-07:00

Come in today and get 20% our custom, high-end bedding!

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Dwell, Pottery Barn, Serena & Lily + more!

Serena + Lily ~ ~~$275.00~~ $220.00

(bumpers + bed skirt)

Little House from Nest + Cot ~ ~~$300.00~~ $240.00

(bumper + extra long bedskirt)

Baby G from Doodles ~ ~~$200.00~~ $160.00

(bumper + skirt)

Serena + Lily ~ ~~$225.00~~ $180.00

(bumper, bedskirt + sheet)

Dwell ~ ~~$175.00~~ $140.00

(bumper + skirt)

Summer Party @ Thread: May 13th - 14th

2011-04-29T12:23:00.001-07:00

Happy Easter from Thread!

2011-04-23T08:39:00.000-07:00

Thread wishes you and yours a very Happy Easter!

We will be closed tomorrow, Sunday April 24th.

Come see us today to get your last minute Easter Goodies!

Spring Fling 2011: EB Visits Thread!

2011-04-19T11:41:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all our friends, family + fans who came out and

supported Spring Fling on 19th St!

We had a huge turn out for pictures with the Easter Bunny!

Here are some of our favorites!

Accepting New Consignors!

2011-04-15T05:10:00.000-07:00

Thread is caught up on inventory and ready for you to bring in your items!

Please stop by the store NEXT WEEK (Wednesday to Friday)

so we can take a look at your merchandise.

We are open from 10AM to 5PM.

We can't wait to see your adorable stuff!

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Want to know what we REALLY need?

~ books

~ wooden toys + puzzles

~ boys clothes: sizes 0 - 12m

Countdown to Easter Bunny @ Thread!

2011-04-11T05:17:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to bring your little one and your camera to Thread

Saturday, April 16th, from 10 AM to 1 PM

to get a picture with the Easter Bunny!

It is Spring Fling on 19th Street from 10 AM to 9 PM!

Don't miss out on this great community event
that includes an easter egg hunt, live music and a pie eating contest.

Click {HERE} to learn more.

Due to Popular Demand...

2011-04-07T11:22:00.000-07:00

Thread is sorry to announce we ARE NOT taking
any more consignment at this time.

It seems everyone is spring cleaning at the same time!
We simply do not have any more room on the sales floor

or in our office to store any more clothes.

Have no fear...
business is doing really well and we know we will be
filling our racks again real soon.
Thanks for thinking of us + please stay tuned!
We will let you know as soon as we are accepting more clothes.

But great news if you are in the market for some new clothes...
our racks are full! Come see us.

Thread Mentioned on The Heights Life.

2011-04-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

Thread was mentioned on The Heights Life Monday!

Check out this great blog on life in the Heights.

Thanks for the great write up Viula!

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MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2011

A New Thread

Kari and Rebecca, owners of 19th St's newest shop, Thread, call their joint venture "Two moms on a quest to find a solution for items their kids outgrew before they were ever really used." Boy, do I know that feeling. When they're itty bitty, lots of people are coming over to visit and you want to have them all cute and presentable. You're overwhelmed with being a new mom, especially the 1st time, and so you buy every.single.thing you think is cute. If it's a 1st grandchild, expect every.single.thing Grandma thinks is cute. The reality of it ends up being onsies covered in spit up and a lot of stuff they do grow out of before they ever wear it.

I know it's impractical to buy too much cute stuff for my kids, especially since they are boys and pretty much trash everything. I like to, though. They're just so adorable, I can't help myself. However, I have ended up in much the same position as Kari and Rebecca- with nice clothes in excellent condition that were hardly worn. I have found a couple different ways to deal with this, including eBay and Craig's List, the Just Between Friends sale, plus theHeights Kids' Group classifieds forum. I can sell lightly worn clothes to other moms and make a little money back to reduce the guilt of buying the boys new clothes that I like (while the choice is still mine!).

Clothes and shoes that no longer fit my boys can have a second life at Thread. These are items I brought in as a 1st time consigner. Can't wait to get that 1st check!

There is a huge market for lightly used clothes. Everybody loves a bargain and if you can get clothes for your kids that look great at a price that means no guilt, why wouldn't you, right? And if you splurged and bought some great things that remained in good condition, why not get a little of that back?

Heights moms Kari and Rebecca understand this cycle of children's clothing. Kari, as a mom of twin boys, had a store's worth cluttering up her Norhill bungalow. She started to think that she could resale them herself and maybe even start a business out of it. In January of 2010, she sent out an email to about 50 friends, exploring the concept of a resale shop. She was met with a lot of enthusiasm, but with two 18 month olds at home, she kind of stalled there. She didn't stay stalled long, though.

Kari and Rebecca have known each other since 2nd grade, growing up in The Woodlands and eventually studying Retail Merchandising together at UT Austin. After school, they both headed back to Houston and settled down inside the loop. Like many of us before we had kids, Kari and her husband lived in Montrose but they found, more and more, they were spending their weekends toodling around the Heights, looking at homes and going to the local shops and restaurants. Eight years ago, they finally bit that bullet and made the move. In the years Kari has lived in the Heights, she has seen how her own neighborhood (which is also my neighborhood) has changed. Her block was once mostly older home owners and young professionals. Now it is mostly families with young kids. Reflecting on those changes, Kari thought the Heights would really support that idea she had not quite a year before. There are lots of families and the Heights is also a neighborhood that thoroughly supports the ideas of both re-use/recycle and staying local. The resale shop had never left her mind and after 10 months of sitting on it, the urge to follow through won over what ever else she had going on.

In October 2010 the plan came together and things moved forward. The 2 moms set up shop in Kari's garage apartment and waited to see if it would take off. If so, they would keep their ears to the ground and would know when the right time and place for expansion presented itself.

The 1st couple months of "business" were casual- friends, family, neighbors. It was Nov-Dec, the holidays, and they were feeling out the market. As soon as the new year hit, so did Thread. January brought more inventory from post-holiday purging and allowed for regular business hours. Business was good and it looked like their concept was really going to take off.

Just a month later, they did indeed have their ears to the ground, learning Sew Crafty would be vacating their location on 19th Street, in the heart of the Heights shopping district. A space presented itself and the moms jumped on it. They were so excited to be on 19th, Kari says, because "it's a destination, not just for Heights people, for people from all parts of the city." Also, 19th's regular organized events are a big draw. "No other part of the neighborhood does that," she noted.

Sew Crafty's pink and blue store front was an easy fit for the children's clothing store.

Moms naturally know what other moms need, including a safe place for little ones to play so you can bargain hunt!

Sew Crafty closed it's doors on March 1 and Thread opened in its place on March 5. That's right, in four days these busy moms were able to transform one shop in to another. They did it, Kari says, by using as much from Sew Crafty as they could and generally keeping it simple. The bright and cheery colors of Sew Crafty naturally lent themselves to a store for kids. Kari bought pipe and assorted supplies from C&D Hardware on 11th and Lowe's, fashioning a simple but sturdy rolling clothes rack. The husbands followed up on Kari's design and made multiples in the back yard while Kari and Rebecca looked for a couple special pieces to add to what they had from the previous tenant. August Antiques had some of the great pieces they needed. With those little details and no real cosmetic changes to make, they moved in their inventory and had the doors open by March's 1st Saturday!

Kari, hard at work

Sweet girls' shoes- obviously not consigned by me, Rebecca or Kari, all boy moms :)

The store space, while perfect in most regards, was a little too big for the concept of Thread. Kari and Rebecca solved that by co-oping with a couple of other mom owned businesses: Sam & Lucy and Beanie's. Sam & Lucy offers embroidery and monogramming, plus personalized gift items. Beanie's is a children's clothing line designed by a Heights mom. Beanie's hosts trunk shows and has online sales, with samples available in the loft above Thread.

Personalized gifts and monogramming from local mom owned business Sam & Lucy

If you're in to traditional styles for kids, Beanie's is a locally designed and manufactured line of clothes. Started by a mom who was making her own kids clothes, Beanie's has been inbusiness since early 2011.

So far, business has been great for Thread. As they expected, local moms have been thrilled to both buy and consign at their shop. They were even featured (with another Heights area mom who owns a resale shop in the Galleria) in an ABC 13 segment about how resale is hopping in the current economic climate: video link.

Thread accepts consignments of boys' and girls' clothes from size newborn up to 5T.

If you're curious about how consignment works, it's so easy. You bring your clean, good condition items in and Kari/Rebecca sort, look for stains you might have missed and kind of evaluate what will sell. Leave them there, they sell them, you get 40% of the sales price in a check at the end of the month. If your items don't sell, you can take them back (to try another outlet perhaps) or let Thread donate them to a worthy cause. For complete details, readthis page.

A very simple contract makes selling easy for consignors.

What are they looking for? Kari and Rebecca really wanted Thread to be an easy shopping experience for parents. They wanted to have more of a boutique feel, which customers think they've achieved. A lot of shoppers comment that they didn't realize it was resale because it's so clean, well organized and the clothes are in such good shape! To give this feeling, the store is looking for higher end brands if you have them (here is a list of preferred brands from their blog site) or bargain brands that are cute and current styles. People love a good bargain and getting a high end brand for more than 1/2 off retail is something most moms love. It is an easy, relaxing shopping experience that doesn't get hard when you get to the register. I wish these moms so much luck in their venture, although I don't think I need to. Knowing what families want and need is easy when you're in that place in your own life as well.

Consigned items ready to be priced and put out for sale. Because it's just the two of them working the store, Kari and Rebecca prefer consignment intake by appointment.

Thread

Stylish Kids' Consignment

321 B W 19th St

281.501.0148

Thread's Facebook Page

Spring Fling on 19th St: April 16, 2011.

2011-04-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

Join Thread + our great neighbors on 4.16.11 for Spring Fling!
Thread will host the Easter Bunny from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Bring your kids + your camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny.

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Shop. Sip. Stroll.

The Merchants of 19th Street in The Historic Houston Heights present
Heights 19th Street Spring Fling!

Something For Everyone to Celebrate Spring!

Saturday, April 16th, 10am-9pm, 19th Street in The Heights, From Shepherd to Yale.

Join us for Family Fun 10am-4pm
Sleeping Beauty
Easter Egg Hunt
Strolling Clown
Easter Bunny Photos
Local School Music and Dance Performances
"Battle of The Heights" Pie Eating Contest
"Egg Hop"

Grown Up Fun 6pm-9pm
Live Music Up and Down 19th Street
"Open Houses" at many stores and businesses
Shopping, Visiting and Much More.....

Located just outside of Downtown Houston....Heights 19th Street is the heart of the Historical Houston Heights and home to many fabulous shops, restaurants, galleries and more!

Our Boy's Racks are Filling Up!

2011-04-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

Come and get bigger boy's clothes before they are gone! We posted a week or so ago that we REALLY needed bigger boy clothes + our community delivered! Our racks are filling up!

Shorts, Shirts + Pants in 12 - 24 months.

Shirts, Shorts + Jeans in 2T to 5T.

This is the fullest our big boy's rack has ever been!

Mini Boden ~ Dinosaur Tshirt

Baby Gap ~ Vintage Car Tshirt

What's New @ Thread.

2011-04-04T07:16:00.001-07:00

We have been getting things in daily @ Thread! Here are just a few items to spark your interest:

Peg-Perego ~ Blue/Grey Pliko

$185

Looks brand new!

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Baby Trend ~ Double Strap n Go Stroller

$48

Has a HUGE underneath compartment for shopping!

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Svan Bouncer ~ Orange/Chocolate Brown

$70

Ultra Hip. Ultra Cool.

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Shoes...

And More Shoes!

First Saturday on 19th Street w/ Stella + Dot!

2011-04-01T14:00:00.000-07:00

Please join us for First Saturday tomorrow, April 2nd!

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Thread will have our good friend and Stella + Dot Stylist, Andrea,

in house to show her Spring Collection.

This new collection is a must see!
Please join us from 2 to 5 PM.

You can buy your little one something
and get a little something for yourself too!

ABC Channel 13's Stretch Your Dollar Featuring Thread.

2011-03-30T18:21:00.001-07:00

We hope you saw us today on Channel 13! If not, check us out online:

[click image to watch video]

Behind the Scenes w/ Channel 13 @ Thread.

2011-03-28T10:21:00.000-07:00

Here are a few pics of Patricia Lopez at Thread last week. We are waiting to hear from her when the segment will air. Stay tuned to see our very own Kari Burdick, co-owner of Thread, on Channel 13s Stretch Your Dollar.

Patricia, Kari + the camera guy getting set up.

Kari telling Ch. 13 about Thread's concept.

Thanks Jordan for raving about Thread!

Patricia + one of Thread's most popular consignors, Lisa Deason.

Thanks for everything Lisa!

Channel 13's Patricia Lopez @ Thread!

2011-03-24T15:13:00.000-07:00

We had a special visitor at Thread today!

Channel 13's own Patricia Lopez came and
interviewed Co-Owner Kari Burdick.

(Best known for her "Stretch Your Dollar" segment.)

Stay tuned for when we will be on the 4 O'clock News.

Rumor has it some time early next week!

Thanks Patricia for coming out!
We really enjoyed meeting you + having you in store.

Online Store - Taking A Vacation!

2011-03-24T14:26:00.000-07:00

We know! Vacation already? We just opened our ONLINE STORE, but we are already in need of a vacation. The store on 19th Street is doing so well we simply do not have the time or the manpower to manage our online store. So for now, we want to focus on our local community and our brick + mortar. As soon as Thread grows - and we know it will - we will bring our online store back! And of course we will let you know as soon as we do.

Again, thank you to all our customers, family + friends for your continued support. Thread's success is exceeding our wildest expectations.

Be sure to come see us on 19th St. We are getting new merchandise daily!

Handmade Hair Clips.

2011-03-24T00:00:00.000-07:00

We have the cutest hair clips in the store right now!

Thanks to Carina Orraca's new line coo-chum-bella.

Get them while they last!

Here are some of our favorites:

Small Clips ~ $6

Large Clips ~ $8