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The Kermit-Green Jacket

KennethDKing, contributor | December 14th, 201025 comments

I figured out a way to save this severely worn green jacket, which haunted my dreams, from the Salvation Army.

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Sewing findings on securely

SusanKhalje, contributor | November 15th, 201037 comments

It's disappointing to look inside an otherwise nicely-sewn garment and see snaps or hooks and eyes that are poorly sewn on. Happily, couture comes to the rescue with a technique that elegantly combines form and function.

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Find Inspiration in Amazing Artisan Textiles

smcfarland, contributor | November 5th, 20102 comments

"1,000 Artisan Textiles" features works to spark new ideas for anyone who sews

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Our Friend, Fred Bloebaum

stitchhappy, senior technical editor | September 10th, 201027 comments

In memory of our beloved friend and colleague, Fred Bloebaum

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The Fortuny Shirt

KennethDKing, contributor | August 30th, 201035 comments

I came into a large piece of Fortuny printed cotton recently. I chose to make a shirt, which presented a challenge when finishing the armhole.

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Museum Exhibit: To Dye For

amm, contributor | August 17th, 2010

The de Young Museum in San Francisco explores the history of dyeing fabric.

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Carla's Opera Coat

SusanKhalje, contributor | August 16th, 201055 comments

An 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

smcfarland, contributor | August 12th, 20102 comments

App for iPhones and iPads offers is an on-the-go guide to fabric

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Organza beaded "feather" edge

KennethDKing, contributor | August 9th, 201018 comments

This is a variation of a trim I make for my souffle sweaters. It is an elegant trimming for evening clothes, but I actually like it combined with a salt-and-pepper tweed.

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"High Style" is Filled with Fashion Inspiration and Information

amm, contributor | May 11th, 20102 comments

This book is a must-have for anyone passionate about current and past fashions

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Museum Exhibit: "American Woman" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

amm, contributor | May 4th, 20103 comments

You can enjoy this amazing exhibit online, or even better, in person.

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Spring Cleaning for Your Fabric Stash

_nikki_, contributor | April 14th, 201030 comments

Get your fabric stash in order with supplies from the comic-book store.

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Exclusive Offer from Fabric.com

vicky_north, senior web producer | April 9th, 2010

Save 15% off of any purchase of $50 or more at Fabric.com, when you order before before Monday April 12th.

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Reader Tips

amm, contributor | April 6th, 20102 comments

Our readers have shared their suggestions for the best thread storage ideas and ways to avoid problems in sewing with expensive fancy fabrics.

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Teach Yourself to Sew: Fabric 101

vicky_north, senior web producer | March 15th, 20102 comments

In this episode we take a look at the different types of fabric available.

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Your Prom Dress and Accessories Could Win $50,000!

amm, contributor | March 9th, 20102 comments

Make your prom dress and matching accessories and enter them in Jo-Ann Fabric's "Own Your Look, Own Your Future" contest for a chance to win great prizes.

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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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Raw-Edge Bias Binding

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | February 26th, 201017 comments

This binding can be used on any part of the garment--curved, straight, or on corners.

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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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Meet Bogota's Bulletproof Tailor to the Stars

_nikki_, contributor | February 10th, 2010

Ever wonder how the world's elite protect themselves and still look great at the same time? See how this tailor is creating bulletproof clothing that's lightweight and fashion-forward.

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