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The Winner of "Vintage Lingerie" is...

EmilyBerube, intern | April 8th, 2013

Congratulations to the winner of "Vintage Lingerie" by Jill Salen.

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The Big Reveal

KennethDKing, contributor | January 7th, 20134 comments

Finally after several requests (and some time for you all to rest up), to celebrate the New Year, the hair jacket makes its debut, with the full-on photo shoot. There was hair, makeup, and a wind machine involved!

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Project Runway All Stars, Episode 7: "An Unconventional Nightmare Before Christmas"

smcfarland, contributor | December 17th, 20127 comments

In a non-fabric challenge, the designers create looks from holiday decorations

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Using Buttons as Embellishment

KennethDKing, contributor | November 5th, 201249 comments

Find out what Kenneth D. King created when he inherited 75 pounds of antique uniform buttons.

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A Glimpse of a Project in Progress

KennethDKing, contributor | October 4th, 20126 comments

This is a project I'm working on, which will be done before the holidays. Just a teaser...

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Peacock feathers have been used in fashion for decades

amm, contributor | July 26th, 20124 comments

From fabric, to painting, to actual feathers, peacocks have been a design inspiration.

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A Look at Exposed Zippers

ThreadsMagazine, editor | June 22nd, 201225 comments

In the August/September issue of Threads we demonstrated how to install exposed zippers. Check out extra detail photos that we couldn't fit in the magazine.

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What comes first in your sewing concept--the garment or its embellishment?

amm, contributor | February 21st, 201213 comments

Do you plan your garment first, or does your embellishment drive your ideas?

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Book Giveaway: "The Chronicle of Western Costume" by John Peacock

amm, contributor | February 15th, 2012120 comments

You could win this book by leaving a comment.

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

beccas, intern | January 27th, 2012

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"

amm, contributor | January 10th, 201273 comments

You could win this amazing book by leaving a comment.

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

amm, contributor | August 30th, 2011508 comments

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

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Creating Perfect Bias Fabric Loops

SusanKhalje, contributor | May 23rd, 201125 comments

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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American Sewing Guild Members Converge on L.A. in August

SLMiller, associate editor | May 18th, 20111 comment

Don't miss the ASG's annual conference in August as it takes to the fashion capital of the West Coast: Los Angeles!

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FIT MUSEUM EXHIBIT: Vivienne Westwood, 1980-89

amm, contributor | March 22nd, 20111 comment

Here's a glimpse into the life of renowned fashion designer, Vivienne Westwood

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The Other Side of Couture!

SusanKhalje, contributor | March 8th, 201131 comments

Take a look at the beautiful jackets Mary Ellen Velky wears when competing on horseback.

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MAGAZINE GIVEAWAY: Spring 2011 SewStylish

amm, contributor | February 15th, 2011189 comments

You could win a copy of the latest SewStylish magazine to get your Spring sewing off to a great start!

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Create Ripple-Free Piping

SusanKhalje, contributor | January 30th, 2011

Sewers of all levels can definitely tackle this wonderful design detail.

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More Vintage Inspiration

SusanKhalje, contributor | September 20th, 201010 comments

Take 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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The Fortuny Jacket

KennethDKing, contributor | August 31st, 201012 comments

People 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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