Copyright (c) 2009 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - Extras category featured posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/extras Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:30:14 -0500 Threads - Extras category featured posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/extras 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, 20 Oct 2009 11:01:06 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9496/mark-a-dart-and-learn-a-no-tie-finish http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9496/mark-a-dart-and-learn-a-no-tie-finish Posted by Victoria North
Create a perfect dart every time using the technique demonstrated by Judy Neukam in this video. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9496/mark-a-dart-and-learn-a-no-tie-finish Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9444/make-it-pink-for-breast-cancer-awareness http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9444/make-it-pink-for-breast-cancer-awareness Posted by Nicole Smith
Upload photos of your pink projects to the CraftStylish gallery to help raise money for breast cancer research and for a chance to win a prize from Gutermann thread. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9444/make-it-pink-for-breast-cancer-awareness Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:05:12 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9339/how-to-sculpt-a-row-of-faux-bows http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9339/how-to-sculpt-a-row-of-faux-bows Posted by Threads Magazine
Learn how to manipulate a bias tube to create the illusion of bows. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9339/how-to-sculpt-a-row-of-faux-bows Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:28:02 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9263/last-chance-to-win http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9263/last-chance-to-win Posted by Nicole Smith
For a chance to win more than $1,200 in prizes from Baby Lock and Ottlite, simply upload a picture of a garment you've created inspired by a designer to the SewStylish website. It's that easy! ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9263/last-chance-to-win Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9253/help-us-choose-the-next-threads-cover http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9253/help-us-choose-the-next-threads-cover 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 December/January issue of Threads. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9253/help-us-choose-the-next-threads-cover Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:32:05 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9206/spot-the-difference-in-our-classic-cover-game http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9206/spot-the-difference-in-our-classic-cover-game Posted by Victoria North
We're challenging you to spot subtle differences between original magazine images and our doctored versions. Do you have the eye to spot the difference? ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9206/spot-the-difference-in-our-classic-cover-game Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8185/how-to-make-a-knotted-belt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8185/how-to-make-a-knotted-belt Posted by Kenneth King
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. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8185/how-to-make-a-knotted-belt Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:43:31 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9124/create-a-scallop-with-pearl-cotton http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9124/create-a-scallop-with-pearl-cotton Posted by judith neukam
Take a blind stitch and make it beautiful. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9124/create-a-scallop-with-pearl-cotton Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:14:56 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7587/test-video http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7587/test-video Matt Berger
Take a look at this test of advertising on ThreadsMagazine.com ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7587/test-video Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:38:56 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8894/gallery-of-gorgeous-gloves-by-john-koch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8894/gallery-of-gorgeous-gloves-by-john-koch Posted by Threads Magazine
View some of John Koch's amazing custom-made gloves in this inspiration gallery. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8894/gallery-of-gorgeous-gloves-by-john-koch Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:29:22 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8878/use-a-proportional-scale-as-a-design-tool http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8878/use-a-proportional-scale-as-a-design-tool Posted by Threads Magazine
The key to reproducing a garment that inspires you is keeping the proportions right. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8878/use-a-proportional-scale-as-a-design-tool Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:21:32 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8893/stitches-for-gorgeous-gloves http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8893/stitches-for-gorgeous-gloves Posted by Threads Magazine
Use these stitches when sewing gloves. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8893/stitches-for-gorgeous-gloves Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:05:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8892/patterns-for-gorgeous-gloves http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8892/patterns-for-gorgeous-gloves Posted by Threads Magazine
Download the glove pattern from "Gorgeous Gloves" in Threads Issue 145. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8892/patterns-for-gorgeous-gloves Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:00:05 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8500/enter-the-sewstylish-fall-fashion-contest-and-win http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8500/enter-the-sewstylish-fall-fashion-contest-and-win Posted by Nicole Smith
Enter the SewStylish Fall Fashion Contest for the chance to win more than $1,200 in prizes. You could take home a new embroidery machine and other great prizes. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8500/enter-the-sewstylish-fall-fashion-contest-and-win Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7714/silk-lotus-flower http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7714/silk-lotus-flower Posted by Kenneth King
The silk lotus flower is an easy but lush flower, that would be suitable for adding a bit of dash and color to any ensemble. Made up in silk dupione or silk tafetta, it can work for evening or day clothes. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7714/silk-lotus-flower Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:30:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7680/association-of-sewing-and-design-professionals-announces-their-master-certification-program http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7680/association-of-sewing-and-design-professionals-announces-their-master-certification-program Posted by Nicole Smith
The ASDP now offers a new certification program with a focus on professional standards and practices for career sewers. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7680/association-of-sewing-and-design-professionals-announces-their-master-certification-program Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:41:32 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7373/sewstylish-contest-ends-this-friday http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7373/sewstylish-contest-ends-this-friday Posted by Nicole Smith
Time's almost up! Upload photos of your creations for a chance to win more than $380 in prizes. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7373/sewstylish-contest-ends-this-friday Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:10:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6882/new-sewstylish-on-newsstands-now http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6882/new-sewstylish-on-newsstands-now Posted by Nicole Smith
Check out the new SewStylish issue, and enter the Spring Fashion Contest for your chance to win more than $380 in prizes. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/6882/new-sewstylish-on-newsstands-now