design - Threads
Staying a Neckline and Armhole
31 commentsStaying a neckline or armhole will ensure that you have a polished, professional, gap-free look when making garments with a scoop neck or a sleeveless armhole.
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Novi Report Part 2: Fashion Challenge at the American Sewing Expo
ASE Passion for Fashion design challenge focused on Motor City classics
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Beautiful Bobbin Lace Hats
6 commentsA 16th century technique finds modern expression through the creation of one-of-a-kind hats.
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Project Runway, Season 8, Episode 11 Recap
7 commentsThis week the designers were to use Heidi Klum as their client. At the beginning of the episode she presented a few pieces from her collection for New Balance and challenged them to make a companion...
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Project Runway: There's a Pattern Here
23 commentsThis week the designers were challenged to create their own textile patterns inspired by their personal experiences making for a very emotional episode.
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FIT Exhibit: Japan Fashion Now
3 commentsThe Fashion Institute of Technology explores contemporary Japanese fashion and what makes it unique.
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Double Bias Length Extension
14 commentsExtend your sleeves with bias fabric insets. This technique could also be used to extend the hem of a pair of pants or add interest to a straight skirt.
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More Vintage Inspiration
10 commentsTake a look at this sampling of exquisite vintage garments; This time from the collection of a murder-mystery writer, who uses them for inspiration.
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Project Runway: A Rough Day on the Runway
31 commentsThis week the designers looked to Jacqueline Kennedy as their muse to create All-American sportswear.
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Staying a Curve with Crossgrain Muslin
20 commentsUse a strip of crossgrain muslin, to stay a curved armhole before you construct the jacket.
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Our Friend, Fred Bloebaum
27 commentsIn memory of our beloved friend and colleague, Fred Bloebaum
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The Fortuny Jacket
9 commentsPeople asked to see the rest of the ensemble after seeing the post of the Fortuny shirt. I don't have a good photo of the jeans just yet, but here's a cute one of the jacket, taken at a recent Threads photo shoot.
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Design on the Half Scale
3 commentsThe Center for Pattern Design explains the advantages of working small
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New Fall 2010 Patterns By Butterick
1 commentCheck out the newest patterns from Butterick for the perfect pieces to help you transition into fall this season.
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Carla's Opera Coat
55 commentsAn elegant couture opera coat from the 60's inspires and educates
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Fabric U Puts a World of Fabric at Your Fingertips
2 commentsApp for iPhones and iPads offers is an on-the-go guide to fabric
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Check out the winners of the Duct Tape Prom Contest
5 commentsIt's hard to imagine that these amazing outfits were constructed from nothing but duct tape.
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Project Runway Season 8, Episode 2 Recap
19 commentsThe designers are challenged to create a look fit for a Times Square billboard.
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Les Fabriques Project Challenge
Enter this amazing fashion design challenge with Les Fabriques for a chance to win great prizes.
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Book Giveaway: Bags in Bloom
115 commentsEnter to win a copy of Susan Cariello's exciting new book, Bags in Bloom
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