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How to Create a Lapped and Embellished Seam

stitchhappy, senior technical editor | April 26th, 201019 comments

Learn how to create this lapped and embellished seam featured on our latest Threads cover.

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Circular Ribbon Flower Redux

KennethDKing, contributor | April 19th, 201017 comments

Spring has sprung, and this "extended play" version of the circular ribbon flower will be the perfect trim for all of those airy sundresses!

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The Circular Ribbon Flower

KennethDKing, contributor | March 8th, 201021 comments

This lovely ribbon flower is most versatile--trim a hat with a small version, or scale it up for a wonderful ruffled cuff!

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Working with Embellished Fabrics, Part 2

SusanKhalje, contributor | February 15th, 201014 comments

Threads contributing editor Susan Khalje shows how to expertly finish a garment created with embellished fabric.

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Working with Embellished Fabrics, Part I

SusanKhalje, contributor | February 8th, 201013 comments

Embellished fabrics can be intimidating to work with. Care and effort, however, could yield beautiful results.

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A Stitched Autobiography

amm, contributor | February 2nd, 201022 comments

Many authors write their autobiographies. See how Salley Mavor painstakingly stitched hers.

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Gorgeous Wedding Gowns transformed to Heirloom Christening Gowns

amm, contributor | January 26th, 20103 comments

Is your wedding gown in a box hidden in your attic? Why not reuse it in a very special way.

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Create Intricate Fabric With Pin Weaving

ThreadsMagazine, editor | January 25th, 201023 comments

Make your own colorful and artistic fabric from yarn and leftover fabric pieces with pin weaving. The technique is surprisingly easy to master and produces lovely yardage for garments, accessories, and even framed art pieces.

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Hands-On With Kleibacker: Lessons for Working with a Bias

ThreadsMagazine, editor | January 6th, 201019 comments

Learn some of the techniques developed by Kleibacker throughout his career.

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Embroidered Jacket at Plimoth Plantation

normasews, staff seamstress | January 1st, 20105 comments

Threads staff seamstress contributes to this modern copy of a 17th-century-style women's embroidered jacket.

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Sew Buttonholes that Resist Stretching

ThreadsMagazine, editor | December 29th, 2009

Closures can be tricky on stretchy, loose knits, but with the right support, you can add professional-looking buttonholes that complement your knitwear designs.

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Book Giveaway - The Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts

Megan_Fahy, contributor | December 23rd, 2009227 comments

The ultimate step-by-step guide to ribbon crafting could be yours - find out how!

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Perfect Pleated Edging

KennethDKing, contributor | December 21st, 200926 comments

Polyester organza is durable for edging, but can be difficult to manage. Kenneth shows a trick he figured out for making the pleating come out perfect.

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The Trousseau of the May Queen

SusanKhalje, contributor | November 23rd, 200911 comments

An exhibit currently showing in Paris displays the stunning royal trousseau of Marie-Jose of Savoy and its fabulous array of 1930's haute couture.

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How to Make Loops in Soutache Braid

ThreadsMagazine, editor | November 18th, 20091 comment

Learn how to make small loops in soutache braid lie perfectly flat for elegant embellishment details.

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How to Sculpt a Row of Faux Bows

ThreadsMagazine, editor | October 1st, 20096 comments

Learn how to manipulate a bias tube to create the illusion of bows.

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And the winners of the book "Embroidered Effects" are...

amm, contributor | September 22nd, 2009

Three lucky winners were chosen to recieve Jenny Hart's book "Embroidered Effects." Find out if you're a winner.

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How to Make a Knotted Belt

KennethDKing, contributor | September 17th, 200925 comments

Elaborate-looking knotting techniques can sometimes be quite easy to do! This beautiful knotted belt reveals itself to be a simple braiding pattern, made lavish by the use of multiple decorative cords.

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