Copyright (c) 2009 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - Fundamentals category featured posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/fundamentals Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:06:01 -0500 Threads - Fundamentals category featured posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/fundamentals Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:56:27 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9990/my-dangerous-liaisons-costume http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9990/my-dangerous-liaisons-costume Posted by CookiM
I collected things over a few years, and had thought I might make the dress originally into Victorian or Edwardian, but I am so glad I chose French Court. The Burgunday shows off the lace so... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9990/my-dangerous-liaisons-costume 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 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7211/how-to-do-a-blanket-stitch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7211/how-to-do-a-blanket-stitch Posted by Kenneth King
This stitch is primarily used decoratively as an edge stitch. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7211/how-to-do-a-blanket-stitch Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:40:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9484/how-to-cover-snaps-for-that-touch-of-couture http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9484/how-to-cover-snaps-for-that-touch-of-couture Posted by Mary Ray
When large snaps are called for, covering them with fabric takes your project to another level. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9484/how-to-cover-snaps-for-that-touch-of-couture Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9423/mystery-foot-revealed http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9423/mystery-foot-revealed Posted by April M. Mohr
We asked for your help in determining the purpose of an unusual sewing foot. The mystery has been solved. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9423/mystery-foot-revealed Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:10:23 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9314/how-do-you-store-your-thread-and-other-sewing-notions http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9314/how-do-you-store-your-thread-and-other-sewing-notions Posted by April M. Mohr
There are oodles of products out there for thread, bobbin and notions storage. What storage methods do you find most effective? ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9314/how-do-you-store-your-thread-and-other-sewing-notions Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:29:57 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8027/book-giveaway-embroidered-effects-projects-and-patterns-to-inspire-your-stitching http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8027/book-giveaway-embroidered-effects-projects-and-patterns-to-inspire-your-stitching Posted by April M. Mohr
This book by Jenny Hart will inspire you to add embroidery to the garments, gifts and home dec items that you make. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8027/book-giveaway-embroidered-effects-projects-and-patterns-to-inspire-your-stitching Sun, 16 Aug 2009 02:22:38 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8619/girls-linen-traveling-suit http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8619/girls-linen-traveling-suit Posted by hogaboom
My seven year old daughter loves taking the train; she is an adventurer at heart. The weather has warmed up, but already fall approaches. I wanted to make her a suit that could travel in the summer... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8619/girls-linen-traveling-suit Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:22:33 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7220/how-to-do-a-slipstitch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7220/how-to-do-a-slipstitch Posted by Kenneth King
Here is another useful stitch to know. This stitch is great for hemming and finishing. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7220/how-to-do-a-slipstitch Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:19:04 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8424/whats-your-favorite-non-standard-sewing-machine-foot http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8424/whats-your-favorite-non-standard-sewing-machine-foot Posted by April M. Mohr
Some feet are must-haves, some are fun and frivolous, and some are just not worth the time and effort. Share which feet you can't live without. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8424/whats-your-favorite-non-standard-sewing-machine-foot Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:49:27 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8314/retro-wrap-dress-in-green-plaid-silk http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8314/retro-wrap-dress-in-green-plaid-silk Posted by aliensnextdoor
I chose this raw silk for my daughter Bethany, who has always loved green.  The fabric cried out to be made into a retro fashion that would drape beautifully and show off its green plaidnbsp... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8314/retro-wrap-dress-in-green-plaid-silk Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:08:22 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8180/help-with-new-machine http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8180/help-with-new-machine Posted by m_poisson
i am going to buy a new machine, upgrading from a viking husky to a janome ( my local janome/singer shop is where i have made friends ) mostly interested in art to wear, fabric and design, i wanted... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8180/help-with-new-machine Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:47:07 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8157/piping-adds-a-special-touch-to-your-sewing http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8157/piping-adds-a-special-touch-to-your-sewing Posted by April M. Mohr
Piping is an embellishment you can add to just about every garment or home décor pattern to take it up a notch. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8157/piping-adds-a-special-touch-to-your-sewing Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:07:22 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7215/how-to-do-a-pickstitch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7215/how-to-do-a-pickstitch Posted by Kenneth King
This strong, decorative stitch can be used to install zippers in difficult fabrics or understitch seam allowance on facings. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7215/how-to-do-a-pickstitch Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:07:50 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7783/more-on-a-moveable-waist-from-threads-issue-144 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7783/more-on-a-moveable-waist-from-threads-issue-144 Posted by April M. Mohr
Author David Page Coffin expands on creating an adjustable waistband ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7783/more-on-a-moveable-waist-from-threads-issue-144 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:02:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7694/smartflix-the-netflix-for-all-crafters http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7694/smartflix-the-netflix-for-all-crafters Posted by April M. Mohr
Perfect your sewing skills with the help of SmartFlix ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7694/smartflix-the-netflix-for-all-crafters Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:06:53 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7627/make-a-light-box-in-a-jiffy http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7627/make-a-light-box-in-a-jiffy Posted by April M. Mohr
Here's a way to make a light box without spending a penny! ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7627/make-a-light-box-in-a-jiffy Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:00:00 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7225/how-to-do-a-fell-stitch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7225/how-to-do-a-fell-stitch Posted by Kenneth King
The fell stitch is used to appliqué one layer of fabric to another. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7225/how-to-do-a-fell-stitch Tue, 26 May 2009 10:58:11 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7207/how-to-sew-a-catch-stitch http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7207/how-to-sew-a-catch-stitch Posted by Kenneth King
Kenneth King shows you two versions of this handy stitch. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7207/how-to-sew-a-catch-stitch Fri, 15 May 2009 08:59:03 -0400 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7170/recycling-and-keeping-fabric-clean http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7170/recycling-and-keeping-fabric-clean Posted by jslota
This is a great way to recycle those zippered plastic bags that sheets and blankets come in. I've always saved them thinking I'd find a use someday. Keeping fabric in these allows the fabric to be... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7170/recycling-and-keeping-fabric-clean