Copyright (c) 2013 ThreadsMagazine.com en-us Threads - Readers-closet category posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/readers-closet Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:26:51 -0500 Threads - Readers-closet category posts http://www.threadsmagazine.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.threadsmagazine.com/readers-closet Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:08:37 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31469/the-shirred-drawstring-sleeve http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31469/the-shirred-drawstring-sleeve Posted by Sewbussted
The shirred drawstring sleeve. Easy to draaft and gives a lovely, soft look to the sleeve. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/06/sleeves-on-saturdays_15.html ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31469/the-shirred-drawstring-sleeve Sat, 15 Jun 2013 02:29:52 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31467/custom-lacrosse-uniforms http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31467/custom-lacrosse-uniforms Posted by Pinnlaxs1
Shop for custom lacrosse uniforms from Lightning Wear Apparel. Design your own online in minutes. Uniforms for lacrosse are made in the USA. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31467/custom-lacrosse-uniforms Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:44:34 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31418/1957-floral-dress http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31418/1957-floral-dress Posted by rosiewednesday
This is a 1957 pattern reproduction by Vogue.  It includes princess seams and a flared skirt with inverted pleats. I've also created a matching belt for even more of a vintage touch! See more on my... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31418/1957-floral-dress Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:42:28 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31393/peplum-ruffled-top http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31393/peplum-ruffled-top Posted by reynalay
I used the Simplicity 1699 as my base pattern but I altered it by lowering the neckline, making a ruffled pattern for the neckline, changing the sleeves, adding volume to the peplum (6x the volume... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31393/peplum-ruffled-top Sat, 08 Jun 2013 12:58:37 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31365/the-terraced-sleeve http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31365/the-terraced-sleeve Posted by Sewbussted
A sleeve that adds fullness to the cap without adding gathers. It also gives you the opportunity to add interest with the style lines. You can see the post here... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31365/the-terraced-sleeve Sat, 08 Jun 2013 06:31:53 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31389/ruffled-dress http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31389/ruffled-dress Posted by JoLaFleur
Here is new dress made of lycra fabric from Regency Rags.  The pattern is McCall's M6694 view D but with 2 sleeves. I also added a waistband to cover the join of bodice and skirt using a different... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31389/ruffled-dress Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:26:49 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31326/not-a-5000-blouse http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31326/not-a-5000-blouse Posted by Susanrose
Seeing a Bottega Veneta blouse for $5,000 in Sunday's Wall Street Journal ,was my inspiration for this seaglass linen blouse. Using a modified version of Sewing Workshop's Zen shirt , Irandomly... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31326/not-a-5000-blouse Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:56:15 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31375/ysl-mondrian-dress http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31375/ysl-mondrian-dress Posted by FabricKate
I have always loved this iconic dress, from Yve St Laurent's 1965 collection. He based that collection on the paintings of modern Dutch artist Piet Mondrian. He owned a Mondrian which was displayed... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31375/ysl-mondrian-dress Tue, 04 Jun 2013 23:54:38 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31369/purposes-and-uses-of-personalised-items http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31369/purposes-and-uses-of-personalised-items Posted by emilyssmith
A personalised T-shirt or hoodie can be a great gift for any special person on any special occasion. It can also serve in many other ways. It can be the perfect party wear. It can be the ideal work... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31369/purposes-and-uses-of-personalised-items Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:22:44 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31364/pleated-shoulder-sleeve http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31364/pleated-shoulder-sleeve Posted by Sewbussted
A lovely sleeve that is such fun to draft. You can find the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/06/sleeves-on-saturdays.html ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31364/pleated-shoulder-sleeve Tue, 04 Jun 2013 14:44:24 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31351/grades-of-blue-skirt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31351/grades-of-blue-skirt Posted by KatyCornell
I was inspired by a blog post on SewingLikeMad.blogspot.com.  The post is for a wide-waistband half-circle color block skirt.  I decided to modify the pattern to an a-line design and to create a... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31351/grades-of-blue-skirt Mon, 03 Jun 2013 02:56:55 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31330/disney-dale-chipmunk-costume http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31330/disney-dale-chipmunk-costume Posted by pandade
Whatever the event mascot suits bring in that zing, that extra bit of cheer and fun. It is impossible to remain grumpy or in a bad mood if a person dressed in a mascot costume Chipmunk, of say... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31330/disney-dale-chipmunk-costume Fri, 31 May 2013 20:52:20 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31040/playing-with-napkins-skirt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31040/playing-with-napkins-skirt Posted by Sewbussted
Your napkins are no longer safe in the drawer. Make a fun little summer skirt out of a set. http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/05/fabulous-free-pattern-friday_31.html ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31040/playing-with-napkins-skirt Thu, 30 May 2013 23:02:33 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31314/2013-prom-dress http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31314/2013-prom-dress Posted by DebbiePennock
My daughter usually buys her own school dance dresses, so when she asked me to make her prom dress I was thrilled.  She picked Vogue 2890 and had her heart set on a deep teal color. The chiffon was... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31314/2013-prom-dress Tue, 28 May 2013 20:58:51 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31273/high-low-hemmed-sheath-dress http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31273/high-low-hemmed-sheath-dress Posted by KatyCornell
I was inspired by the silky viscose print, which actually starts with yellows which blends to oranges, reds, greens, blues, pinks, and purples. I didn't use the full print for two reasons: 1) I... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31273/high-low-hemmed-sheath-dress Tue, 28 May 2013 17:10:39 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31269/34-sleeve-striped-shirt http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31269/34-sleeve-striped-shirt Posted by SewMusical
Love this pattern - McCall's 2309.  It is a comfortable shirt to wear.  I am pleased that I was able to get the stripes lined up - they kept slipping on me. ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31269/34-sleeve-striped-shirt Fri, 24 May 2013 16:28:10 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31039/the-dressed-up-clothespin-bag http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31039/the-dressed-up-clothespin-bag Posted by Sewbussted
The cutest clothespin bag that I have ever seen. This design comes by way of Spain. You can see the post and find the instructions... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31039/the-dressed-up-clothespin-bag Fri, 24 May 2013 14:01:31 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31236/linen-jumpsuit http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31236/linen-jumpsuit Posted by JoLaFleur
Here is a Misses Jumpsuit with front and back pleats, shaped front and back yoke. On the whole yes it looks very much like the pattern picture although I did make some modifications.  As I have back... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31236/linen-jumpsuit Sat, 18 May 2013 20:48:15 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31183/pastel-bomber-jacket http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31183/pastel-bomber-jacket Posted by mollytov
A little bomber jacket that I made as part of a school project. It's A wonderfully cheesy 80's throwback. For more projects and sewing tutorials, feel free to visit me at mollytovcom... ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31183/pastel-bomber-jacket Sat, 18 May 2013 15:48:02 -0500 http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31038/the-twisted-petal-sleeve http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31038/the-twisted-petal-sleeve Posted by Sewbussted
A traditional petal sleeve that extends from the underarm and forms a band. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/05/sleeves-on-saturdays_18.html ]]> http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/31038/the-twisted-petal-sleeve