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How to Make Ribbon Trim

How to Make Ribbon Trim

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Learn how to sew an easy but beautiful manipulated-ribbon trim that can be used in a variety of applications!

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And the Winner of Roberto Capucci Art Into Fashion is...

And the Winner of "Roberto Capucci Art Into Fashion" is...

Are you the lucky one to receive a copy of "Robert Capucci Art into Fashion"?

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BOOK GIVEAWAY: Roberto Capucci Art Into Fashion

BOOK GIVEAWAY: "Roberto Capucci Art Into Fashion"

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You could win this amazing book by leaving a comment.

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Slashing Just for Fun

Slashing Just for Fun

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Try the the slashing technique found in Threads issue #159 on a pair of jeans.

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Color Correction

Color Correction

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Fashion designer Angela Wolf offers tips for transforming your garments and fabrics with dyes.

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Great Gift Ideas for Sewers

Great Gift Ideas for Sewers

The holidays are upon us! If you are looking for a gift for the sewer in your life (even if it’s yourself), one of these items might fit the bill!

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BOOK GIVEAWAY: Sweet Stitches from the Heart

BOOK GIVEAWAY: "Sweet Stitches from the Heart"

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More than 70 project ideas and 900 stitch motifs are included in this book and will provide you with an embroidery bonanza!

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Shaped Twisted Bias Insertions

Shaped Twisted Bias Insertions

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In this online extra to the Threads issue 158 article "Garnish with a twist," you will learn a third variation on creating bias-strip insertions.

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The Big Finish - Completing the Fantasy Fur Jacket

The Big Finish - Completing the Fantasy Fur Jacket

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The final installment to the epic series of posts on making this hairy beast! We'll be covering lining the jacket, as well as final details in this post.

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Teach Yourself to Sew 2: Bling & Studs 101

Teach Yourself to Sew 2: Bling & Studs 101

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Learn how to apply embellishments to both readymade garments, and those you've sewn yourself.

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The Work of Weaver Teresa Kennard

The Work of Weaver Teresa Kennard

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Take a look inside the work of this talented weaver.

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BOOK GIVEAWAY: Couture Sewing Techniques by Claire B. Shaeffer

BOOK GIVEAWAY: "Couture Sewing Techniques" by Claire B. Shaeffer

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Claire Shaeffer's latest book is a must-have for any dedicated sewer

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Piece a Binding then Machine Applique it in Place

Piece a Binding then Machine Applique it in Place

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It’s a great way to add a creative and decorative finish to any edge.

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Quick Cuts for Applique and Quilting

Quick Cuts for Applique and Quilting

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The AccuQuilt GO! Fabric Cutter looks like a handy way to cut multiples of fabric shapes fast.

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Installing the Front Band to the Fantasy Fur Jacket

Installing the Front Band to the Fantasy Fur Jacket

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Here's the next installment in the continuing series, installing the front band to the fantasy fur jacket.

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Celebrate our countrys birth with red, white, and blue

Celebrate our country's "birth" with red, white, and blue

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Just about every country has a special day to celebrate it's "birth." Do you sew to help celebrate?

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Dance costumes sparkle with hand applied embellishments

Dance costumes sparkle with hand applied embellishments

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You have the opportunity to vote for your favorite dance costume

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Embroiderers, or those who love it--some good news!

Embroiderers, or those who love it--some good news!

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There is going to be a conference on embroidery in November 2011, sponsored by two of the premiere embroidery houses in the world--Penn and Fletcher in New York, and Hand and Lock, London!

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Museum Exhibit: Alexander McQueen Savage Beauty

Museum Exhibit: Alexander McQueen Savage Beauty

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If you can't visit the Metropolitan Museum to see the exhibit, you'll want to visit the Met website.

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Creating Perfect Bias Fabric Loops

Creating Perfect Bias Fabric Loops

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It's all in the details (well, not all of it), but an otherwise nicely-made garment can be spoiled by less-than-perfect finishing touches. Here's a guide to creating perfect fabric loops.

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