Threads of the Silver Screen
Fun Facts About Threads, Textiles & Onscreen Stitchery
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Threads of the Silver Screen
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Virtual Voice
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Debbie Danielsen
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About this listen
Ever spotted a quilt in a classic film or wondered if that embroidered cloak meant more than it seemed? Welcome to the magical crossroads of Hollywood and handcraft.
Threads of the Silver Screen: Fun Facts About Threads, Textiles & Onscreen Stitchery is a one-of-a-kind journey through over 1,000 surprising and delightful movie moments where fabric stole the show. Whether it’s a knitted scarf that sparked a fashion craze, a hidden message stitched into a costume hem, or the quilt that quietly carried the emotional weight of a scene—this book uncovers the fascinating role of textiles in cinematic storytelling.
Across twelve fun-filled chapters, you’ll explore:
Award-winning costumes and the stories behind them
Quilts, cross-stitch, and crochet that made movie magic
Embroidery Easter eggs you never noticed
Knitting cameos that launched trends
Real-life stitching movements sparked by film
Behind-the-scenes secrets from designers, dyers, and dressmakers
Packed with trivia, behind-the-scenes tidbits, historical context, and stitched symbolism, this book is the ultimate celebration of fabric and film. Whether you're a quilter, knitter, sewist, costume lover, or trivia buff—there’s a thread in this book just for you.
🧵🎬 Why Buy This Book?
✅ It's the first book of its kind: A fun fact collection solely focused on textiles, stitching, and costuming in film.
✅ It blends creativity with cinema: Perfect for anyone who loves both needlecraft and classic (or quirky!) movies.
✅ A great gift: Ideal for crafters, film buffs, sewing friends, teachers, or trivia lovers.
✅ It’s a conversation starter: Ever noticed Elsa’s cape embroidery or the quilt in Little Women? Now you’ll know the full story.
✅ Perfect for casual reading or deep dives: Read it straight through or flip to any page for instant “Did you know?” entertainment.
✅ Makes crafting time more fun: Keep it in your sewing room or knitting basket to spark ideas and movie nights.
✅ Beautifully organized: With themed chapters and engaging intros, it’s easy to find your favorite fabric niche.
✅ Large Print: easy to read