A person wearing an orange cap and shirt operates industrial machinery with large gears and wheels in a factory setting. The equipment is predominantly blue with copper elements, and bags are suspended overhead. The environment appears to be industrial, with a focus on mechanical processing.

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Forgethreads celebrates machinists who keep old manufacturing brands alive through metalwork, welding, and fabricating.

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T-shirts inspired by classic machines and the hands that run them.

A white t-shirt with a printed cartoon design hangs on a wall. The design features a person holding a drink, standing next to a palm tree and a small creature. Beneath the shirt is a shelf stocked with bags of coffee, each labeled 'Bad Hand Coffee' with different roast names like French Roast and Morning Blend. The setting has a rustic feel with a brick wall partially visible.
A man is concentrating intently as he works on a sewing machine. He is wearing glasses and a t-shirt, illuminated by a single light source, casting shadows around him. The setting is dimly lit, creating a dramatic contrast between light and dark areas.
A man is sitting at a table operating a sewing machine. He is wearing a camouflage shirt and has a blue measuring tape around his neck. Behind him, there are several garments hanging on a rack, along with various sewing materials on the tables and walls of the room. The scene appears to be a sewing or tailoring workshop with a variety of clothing fabrics and sewing equipment.
A neatly folded black T-shirt with a blue and white label displaying the size XL. The shirt is made of cotton and is set against a plain background.
Four white t-shirts hang on black hangers, suspended from a minimalist black clothing rack. The shirts display simple designs, including text and graphic prints in black, and one has an orange rectangular detail. The background is a plain white, emphasizing the clean and modern presentation.
A person wearing a plaid shirt works on a large industrial machine with prominent wheels and belts. The setting appears to be inside a workshop with various tools and wires visible on the brick wall.
A person wearing a red T-shirt and a dark cap is working in a woodworking shop. The individual is using a machine to process a piece of wood. The shop is filled with various woodworking tools, equipment, and supplies. There is a stack of wood on the right side of the image.
A metal lathe is working on shaping a cylindrical piece, with sharp edges visible and metal shavings scattered around. The lathe is in a dimly lit workshop environment, with the machinery casting dark shadows.

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A vintage sewing machine with ornate floral designs and the brand label is prominently displayed. The metal parts show signs of age and wear, contributing to its antique aesthetic.
T-shirts inspired by iconic metal lathes from the golden manufacturing era.
A shirtless man is working in an industrial setting, possibly involved in a manufacturing or processing task. He is handling materials in a large metal vat where a frothy liquid is being processed or drained. The environment is rustic, with wooden walls and a dimly lit atmosphere.
Apparel celebrating the craftsmanship behind milling machines and fabricating tools.
A person is working with metal embossing, using tools to shape a metal sheet with an intricate design. The person is wearing a blue shirt and a necklace with a medallion. The setting appears to be a workshop or craft space.
Apparel celebrating the craftsmanship behind milling machines and fabricating tools.