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Weight a Narrow Hem with Thread

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | July 16th, 201016 comments

This simple technique allows you to easily add weight to a narrow hem so it hangs straighter than it would if it were sewn with a rolled-hem presser foot.

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Decorative pockets or bound buttonholes

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | July 12th, 20107 comments

I first saw this opening as pocket on a suit jacket in a designer boutique. I have since seen this shaped opening as a series of different brightly colored bound buttonholes down the front of a black sheath dress.

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Make a Front Vent with a Loop and Button

ThreadsMagazine, editor | July 9th, 20103 comments

This detail lends a bit of flair to a basic pant and can be made in any fabric from linen to lightweight wools.

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Princess seams, and other treacherous curves!

KennethDKing, contributor | July 2nd, 201033 comments

There seems to be some confusion about sewing an inside seam to an outside seam, without puckering one side or the other. I'm posting this, to help all of those people I've talked to, who have this question.

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Thread Bars

SusanKhalje, contributor | June 25th, 201015 comments

There are lots of options for closures, and thread bars are often overlooked. Best of all, they're nice and sturdy, and fun to make, too.

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3 Neat Edge Finishes for the Sleeveless Styles of Summer

MaryRay, contributor | June 21st, 201031 comments

Lightweight fabrics require light finishes. Here are some you’ll want to try.

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Share What You've Been Sewing

smcfarland, contributor | June 18th, 20107 comments

Post your project photos in Threads' online Reader's Closet galleries

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What's your worst sewing disaster? How did you resolve it?

amm, contributor | June 9th, 201021 comments

Disasters don't seem quite as bad if we can learn from them.

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Add style and flair with pleats

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | May 24th, 201037 comments

In a recent 'snoop' shopping trip I was noticing a series of pleats at the waist areas in blouses, shirts, and lightweight jackets.

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Meet Threads' Contributing Editor, Louise Cutting

amm, contributor | May 21st, 20101 comment

Louise shares insight about her career and gives advice for aspiring designers.

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"High Style" is Filled with Fashion Inspiration and Information

amm, contributor | May 11th, 20102 comments

This book is a must-have for anyone passionate about current and past fashions

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Cut-on Gusset

KennethDKing, contributor | May 10th, 201035 comments

This technique from the classic Norfolk jacket provides incredible mobility for your arms while allowing for a closely fitting bodice

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Sewing Perfect Matchpoints on Intersecting Seams

SusanKhalje, contributor | May 3rd, 201016 comments

Lining up intersecting seams can be tricky - despite careful pinning, things often shift. Here are a few techniques to improve your results!

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I've Pieced It Together: Web Sites Offer Full-size Patterns

smcfarland, contributor | April 8th, 20107 comments

It's a breeze to download a PDF, print it, and assemble the papers into patterns as big as life.

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Trimming Tricks

MaryRay, contributor | March 29th, 201033 comments

For beautifully faced edges, you need to eliminate bulk. It’s not glamorous, but a few simple steps produce amazing results.

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Project Runway - Hey, That's My Fabric

Deana, editor | March 26th, 20106 comments

In one of the coolest challenges ever on Project Runway, designers got to create their own textiles.

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Your Prom Dress and Accessories Could Win $50,000!

amm, contributor | March 9th, 20102 comments

Make your prom dress and matching accessories and enter them in Jo-Ann Fabric's "Own Your Look, Own Your Future" contest for a chance to win great prizes.

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