Copyright (c) 2009 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - All featured posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:32:37 -0500 Threads - All featured posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10577/project-runway-season-6-finale-tim-has-a-meltdown http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10577/project-runway-season-6-finale-tim-has-a-meltdown Posted by judith neukam
For awhile it looked as if the show would be delayed. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10577/project-runway-season-6-finale-tim-has-a-meltdown Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:28:08 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10563/how-to-recover-an-umbrella http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10563/how-to-recover-an-umbrella Posted by Threads Magazine
Give an old umbrella a bright new look with an all new cover. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10563/how-to-recover-an-umbrella Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:54:05 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10558/how-to-make-loops-in-soutache-braid http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10558/how-to-make-loops-in-soutache-braid Posted by Threads Magazine
Learn how to make small loops in soutache braid lie perfectly flat for elegant embellishment details. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10558/how-to-make-loops-in-soutache-braid Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:57:34 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10521/as-a-sewist-what-are-you-most-thankful-for http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10521/as-a-sewist-what-are-you-most-thankful-for Posted by April M. Mohr
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for what we have. What is your greatest sewing-related blessing? ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10521/as-a-sewist-what-are-you-most-thankful-for Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9459/machine-quilt-a-supple-and-stylish-garment http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9459/machine-quilt-a-supple-and-stylish-garment Posted by Mary Ray
Here’s a way to eliminate the bulk and accentuate the detail when you make a quilted jacket. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9459/machine-quilt-a-supple-and-stylish-garment Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10510/project-runway-episode-13-feel-the-burn http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10510/project-runway-episode-13-feel-the-burn Posted by judith neukam
The pressure is on for sure; now, let’s take a walk in the designer’s shoes. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10510/project-runway-episode-13-feel-the-burn Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:32:02 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10494/halloween-costume-contest-winners http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10494/halloween-costume-contest-winners Posted by Deana Tierney May
Find out which five costumes are taking home prizes in the Halloween Costume Contest. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10494/halloween-costume-contest-winners Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:15:52 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10481/help-us-choose-the-next-cover-of-threads http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10481/help-us-choose-the-next-cover-of-threads Posted by Deana Tierney May
We want your input! Take our quick cover survey and let us know which cover you want to see on the cover of the February/March issue of Threads. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10481/help-us-choose-the-next-cover-of-threads Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:27:54 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10475/get-perfectly-coordinated-fabrics-from-vogue-fabrics http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10475/get-perfectly-coordinated-fabrics-from-vogue-fabrics Posted by Nicole Smith
Vogue Fabrics by mail has created a program that helps you choose perfectly coordinated fabrics every time. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10475/get-perfectly-coordinated-fabrics-from-vogue-fabrics Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:21:31 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8838/american-designers-and-their-extraordinary-techniques http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8838/american-designers-and-their-extraordinary-techniques Posted by April M. Mohr
Don't miss the current exhibit at FIT, American Beauty: Aesthetics and Innovation in Fashion, which explores the relationship between technical ingenuity and artistic excellence in fashion. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8838/american-designers-and-their-extraordinary-techniques Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10300/project-runway-episode-12-who-goes-to-ny-fashion-week http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10300/project-runway-episode-12-who-goes-to-ny-fashion-week Posted by judith neukam
The judges sent two packing and three to Bryant Park, now the stress really starts. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10300/project-runway-episode-12-who-goes-to-ny-fashion-week Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9909/you-voted-we-listened http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9909/you-voted-we-listened Posted by Deana Tierney May
We asked you to help us choose the cover of the next issue of Threads. Here is the result. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9909/you-voted-we-listened Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:10:34 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10144/upload-pictures-of-your-costumes-for-a-chance-to-win http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10144/upload-pictures-of-your-costumes-for-a-chance-to-win Posted by Nicole Smith
Now that Halloween has come and gone, upload photos of your completed costumes to enter The Halloween Costume Contest ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10144/upload-pictures-of-your-costumes-for-a-chance-to-win Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:23:46 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9919/have-you-ever-wondered-about-the-origins-of-the-wedding-gown http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9919/have-you-ever-wondered-about-the-origins-of-the-wedding-gown Posted by April M. Mohr
US wedding gowns have evolved dramatically over the years. This museum quality historical book glimpses into the differences in an unusual way. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9919/have-you-ever-wondered-about-the-origins-of-the-wedding-gown Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:53:38 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9362/not-your-traditional-patch-pocket http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9362/not-your-traditional-patch-pocket Posted by LOUISE CUTTING
The key to sewing a very flat patch pocket is where you place the interfacing and how the fabric is folded and sewn. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9362/not-your-traditional-patch-pocket Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:10:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9822/project-runway-episode-11-make-it-feel-good http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9822/project-runway-episode-11-make-it-feel-good Posted by judith neukam
Design a companion garment that complements your best look from a previous challenge. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9822/project-runway-episode-11-make-it-feel-good Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9753/halloween-costume-ideas http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9753/halloween-costume-ideas Posted by Tori Sandifer
Halloween is just around the corner, and if you haven't finished making your Halloween costume (or haven't started like me) you may be looking for some help or ideas. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9753/halloween-costume-ideas Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:15:43 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9746/fitting-tips-from-the-pros-online-extra http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9746/fitting-tips-from-the-pros-online-extra Posted by Threads Magazine
In the latest issue of Threads (No. 146 Dec/Jan), Louise Cutting and Linda Lee share their quick tips for fitting your problem areas. Here are a couple more tips from these talented ladies. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9746/fitting-tips-from-the-pros-online-extra Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:47:45 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9735/spot-the-difference-game-halloween-edition http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9735/spot-the-difference-game-halloween-edition Posted by Victoria North
5 new photos from the Threads archive have been added to our Spot the Difference Game, including a ski mask photo fit for Halloween. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9735/spot-the-difference-game-halloween-edition Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:49:50 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9713/the-2009-threads-archive-dvd-rom http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9713/the-2009-threads-archive-dvd-rom Posted by April M. Mohr
Our readers asked, and we answered. The Threads Archive DVD containing issues #1 through #146 is almost ready for our readers to enjoy. It's one of the best things to happen at Threads in a long time! ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9713/the-2009-threads-archive-dvd-rom