Copyright (c) 2013 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - MaryRay's posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/profile/MaryRay Thu, 23 May 2013 07:10:31 -0500 Threads - MaryRay's posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/profile/MaryRay Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/29739/a-vintage-blouse-embellished-with-soutache-braid http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/29739/a-vintage-blouse-embellished-with-soutache-braid Posted by MaryRay
Looking at vintage garments can inspire your sewing and can be a great teaching tool. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/29739/a-vintage-blouse-embellished-with-soutache-braid Mon, 12 Nov 2012 10:42:54 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/28239/combining-fabric-weaves-and-weights http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/28239/combining-fabric-weaves-and-weights Posted by MaryRay
Create a stir with garments that combine textures, prints, fibers, and weaves. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/28239/combining-fabric-weaves-and-weights Fri, 08 Jun 2012 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/26124/turn-your-special-textiles-into-something-special-to-wear http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/26124/turn-your-special-textiles-into-something-special-to-wear Posted by MaryRay
Here's a way to make a garment from pieces of home textiles and preserve some memories at the same time. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/26124/turn-your-special-textiles-into-something-special-to-wear Sat, 24 Mar 2012 13:45:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/25256/how-to-restyle-a-straight-skirt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/25256/how-to-restyle-a-straight-skirt Posted by MaryRay
Take a straight skirt from plain to fabulous with a little inspiration. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/25256/how-to-restyle-a-straight-skirt Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:20:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22838/add-texture-to-a-garment-with-a-variation-of-strip-piecing http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22838/add-texture-to-a-garment-with-a-variation-of-strip-piecing Posted by MaryRay
Although beautiful fabric can always stand alone, sometimes it’s fun to play with it and create an entirely new surface. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22838/add-texture-to-a-garment-with-a-variation-of-strip-piecing Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:20:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22569/how-to-sew-a-textured-vest http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22569/how-to-sew-a-textured-vest Posted by MaryRay
This bohemian-style vest is cute, comfortable, and super quick to make. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22569/how-to-sew-a-textured-vest Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:15:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19036/piece-a-binding-then-machine-applique-it-in-place http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19036/piece-a-binding-then-machine-applique-it-in-place Posted by MaryRay
It’s a great way to add a creative and decorative finish to any edge. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19036/piece-a-binding-then-machine-applique-it-in-place Mon, 08 Aug 2011 03:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19020/shape-a-sleeve-with-this-easy-fold-over-placket http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19020/shape-a-sleeve-with-this-easy-fold-over-placket Posted by MaryRay
You can use this trick when you’re making something from scratch or when you want to alter an existing garment. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19020/shape-a-sleeve-with-this-easy-fold-over-placket Tue, 31 May 2011 14:55:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19048/pintuck-a-ruffle http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19048/pintuck-a-ruffle Posted by MaryRay
A deep ruffle at the bottom of a skirt keeps the fullness away from the hips. Replace gathers with pintucks for a flounce that's less fussy. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/19048/pintuck-a-ruffle Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:20:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17861/facing-a-facing http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17861/facing-a-facing Posted by MaryRay
The inside edges of facings might be for your eyes only, but you still want them to look clean and pretty. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17861/facing-a-facing Sun, 30 Jan 2011 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22818/create-fashionable-quilted-garments http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22818/create-fashionable-quilted-garments Posted by MaryRay
Create soft, supple, lightweight, and shapely garments in which the quilting lines serve as embellishment and detail. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22818/create-fashionable-quilted-garments Sun, 30 Jan 2011 13:35:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22779/choose-the-right-batting-for-quilted-garments http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22779/choose-the-right-batting-for-quilted-garments Posted by MaryRay
Here are some tips for choosing matching your batting to your project. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/22779/choose-the-right-batting-for-quilted-garments Thu, 09 Dec 2010 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17228/keep-these-seam-finishes-in-your-bag-of-tricks http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17228/keep-these-seam-finishes-in-your-bag-of-tricks Posted by MaryRay
Here are a couple of simple and efficient ways to beautifully finish seams. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17228/keep-these-seam-finishes-in-your-bag-of-tricks Mon, 21 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/14530/3-neat-edge-finishes-for-the-sleeveless-styles-of-summer http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/14530/3-neat-edge-finishes-for-the-sleeveless-styles-of-summer Posted by MaryRay
Lightweight fabrics require light finishes. Here are some you’ll want to try. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/14530/3-neat-edge-finishes-for-the-sleeveless-styles-of-summer Mon, 29 Mar 2010 09:55:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12921/trimming-tricks http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12921/trimming-tricks Posted by MaryRay
For beautifully faced edges, you need to eliminate bulk. It’s not glamorous, but a few simple steps produce amazing results. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/12921/trimming-tricks Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9476/a-minimalist-finish-for-no-fray-fabrics http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9476/a-minimalist-finish-for-no-fray-fabrics Posted by MaryRay
Sometimes it’s best to let the fabric do the talking and with just a little help it can turn into a stunning oration. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/9476/a-minimalist-finish-for-no-fray-fabrics Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10675/machine-quilt-a-supple-and-stylish-garment-part-ii http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10675/machine-quilt-a-supple-and-stylish-garment-part-ii Posted by MaryRay
Finishing touches, both inside and out, will take your quilted garment to the next level. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/10675/machine-quilt-a-supple-and-stylish-garment-part-ii 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 MaryRay
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 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:40:00 -0500 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 MaryRay
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 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8482/a-satin-stitch-adds-elegant-detail-to-quilts-and-garments http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8482/a-satin-stitch-adds-elegant-detail-to-quilts-and-garments Posted by MaryRay
When you want to add a little zing to the surface of your project, sometimes the simplest stitch gives the best results. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/8482/a-satin-stitch-adds-elegant-detail-to-quilts-and-garments Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7438/create-perfectly-mitered-corners http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7438/create-perfectly-mitered-corners Posted by MaryRay
If you love precise, crisp edges – this technique is for you. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7438/create-perfectly-mitered-corners Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7437/a-visit-to-waechters-fine-fabrics-in-asheville-nc http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7437/a-visit-to-waechters-fine-fabrics-in-asheville-nc Posted by MaryRay
Waechters is not only a great resource for fabrics, buttons, patterns, and more – it’s fabulous eye candy and a wonderful place to go for inspiration and education. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/7437/a-visit-to-waechters-fine-fabrics-in-asheville-nc Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:10:00 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4761/do-you-have-a-sewing-question-for-threads http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4761/do-you-have-a-sewing-question-for-threads MaryRay
Threads tries to cover all the bases, but if you have a question about anything sewing related and would like help from the experts -- here's your chance. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4761/do-you-have-a-sewing-question-for-threads