Economic Downturn Be Damned, Locals Still Designing [Thursday Fashion Parties]


Two independent local fashion-related launches on Thursday are daring to buck the dismal trend of retail closures we've seen lately.

At the IF+D shop in the Second Street District, Austinite Sheri Bingham will unveil her new handcrafted upholstery collection, Iron Thread Design. The self-taught designer, who's a trained opera and jazz singer, credits among her myriad design inspirations such things as "children’s books [and] industrial machines." Iron Thread's inaugural lines incorporate frames sourced from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood and fabric ranging from organic hemp (the Eco line) to flax-based linen/cotton blends.

Iron Thread Design Launch Party
Thursday, September 24th, 6 - 9 p.m.
IF+D (208 Colorado)
Highlights: Lavender/Raspberry & Lemon-Lime Ginger Vodka Cocktails, tunes by Adrian Quesada and DJ Chicken George
RSVP: info@ironthreaddesign.com or call 512-736-3587 (we checked today, RSVPs are still being accepted)


South of Lady Bird Lake, there's a recently-opened shop touting itself as "Austin’s newest source for fashion fabric." The Common Thread carries a variety of modern, affordable and eco-friendly fabrice. Owner Jeanie Brown says she aims to "have options you won’t find elsewhere in town ... I wanted to offer the ever-expanding sewing and craft communities in Austin a new and exciting option beyond what you see at chain retailers.” Thursday's happy hour features discounts, door prizes, and, we're assuming, delicious libations.


The Common Thread Happy Hour
Thursday, September 24th, 6 - 8 p.m.
701-E South Lamar Blvd
RSVP: None necessary, open to the public

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