embellishments - Threads
Hand Painted Ultrasuede Journal
4 commentsHand painted ultrasuede journal. Painted with Lumeire paints. The journal closes with a black suede cord and has a cotton batik fabric lining. Inside there are 3 signatures made of a combination of...
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To Go Bag Challenge
3 commentsThe Fort Myers/Southwest Florida Chapter of the American Sewing Guild, was challenged to make the To Go bag shown on the cover of the July 2008 Threads magazine (Number 137. Fourteen of...
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Embellishing Vintage Textiles: Buttons and Buttonholes
Learn how to fashion these textile treasures into elegant creations for garments or home.
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Mastering the Narrow Hemmer, Part One
This pesky presser foot easily delivers precise narrow hems, once you teach it who's boss. Learn how to get the most from it in this three-part series.
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The Scalloped Hem
Make hemlines the center of attention with this delightful couture finish.
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Lush, Embossed Velvet
1 commentDesign your own unique fabrics with rubber stamps and an iron
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Master Class: More Great Fabric Manipulations
Raveling fabrics and cloth tubes can take your garments to a new embellishment level.
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Two Takes on Felting Wool Jersey
1 commentExercise your creative options by shrinking wool jersey before, or after, embellishing with it.
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Cut Up Your Patterns and Add Seams
2 commentsLearn how to get extra style mileage from your favorite patterns by creating new seams.
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Free Pattern: Threads Shawl Collar Blouse
Download a schematic for a wrap-front, shawl collar blouse, and add your own twin-needle embellishment.
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Make Your Own Rucci "Worms"
1 commentThis bullion stitch, a favorite of designer Ralph Rucci, can be easily mastered with a little practice.
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Identifying Treasures in Your Button Stash
Unfortunately, there are no set and easy ways to determine how much a button or set of buttons is worth; their value is determined by many factors. Learn how to identify what's rare in your collection.
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Video: Variable-Width Facing on a Decorative Edge
2 commentsOverlapping a brightly colored facing adds interest and style to your garment. In this video, designer Diane Ericson demystifies the technique of extending the facing around the edge of a seam.
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Video: Two Custom Trims for Your Garments or Home
4 commentsUsing basic materials, simple sewing steps, and a sewing machine, it's surprisingly easy to mimic designer trims for use in your home and wardrobe. In this video, Linda Lee shows you how.
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Video: Embellishing with Paint Sticks
3 commentsStencil designer Laura Murphy uses paint sticks to transfer a surface texture to fabric.
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Video: Design Details with Fleece Cording
Cording made from fleece is especially effective for finishing irregular edges. In this video, clothing designer Rochelle Harper demonstrates the techniques.
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4 Belt Styles that are a Cinch to Make
With the variety of support and hardware options now available, creating a custom look has never been easier—or more fun.
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Knotted Fabric Buttons and Beads
Easy to make and virtually cost-free, knotted fabric beads and buttons can provide the perfect accompaniment to a unique outfit.
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Pipe-Wrapping Technique for Dyeing Fabric
1 commentYou can create exciting patterns by wrapping loose folds of fabric around a pipe and tying it with string.
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The Best of Threads, Vol. 1 DVD-ROMQuick computer access to 50 of the best sewing technique articles from Threads magazine
Shirtmaking TechniquesA Demonstration of Hands-On Skill
Quick Stuff to Sew, Vol. 1A fashionable collection of quick, creative sewing projects
