Threads Announces New Editor
I’m pleased to announce that Deana Tierney is the new Editor of Threads magazine. In this position, Deana will oversee all editorial aspects of Threads magazine and ThreadsMagazine.com.
Deana previously served as the Special Issues Editor for CraftStylish. Prior to that role, she was an Associate Editor for Threads and Sew Stylish; and has also worked on two other editorial teams at The Taunton Press. I’m thrilled that Deana has returned to Threads and I invite you to share with her your ideas for the magazine as well as the website. Deana has been sewing since she was a child, having learned from her mother. Her love of fashion is a constant source of inspiration; in fact, we often see her wearing her own classic, runway-inspired garments at the office.
Deana is already hard at work on the June/July issue of Threads and she will be posting regularly to ThreadsMagazine.com as well as in the Gatherings forum.
Please join me in welcoming Deana as the new visionary leader for Threads!
Beth Agren
Publisher, Threads
Threads Magazine, editor Posted on Feb 23rd, 2009 in online extras
Comments (20)
P.S.We share the same surname (Tierney). Any Irish connections?
Posted: 4:10 pm on March 5th
In my personal opion the previous editor ruined every
thing that Threads had been. I am looking forward to
what you offer in Threads. I know things change, I have the first edition of Threads and it is certainly come a long way from then. I used to devour every article in Threads the after the previous editor I didn't find anything of interest. Hope you improve on things and bring back the techinal articles aimed at sewers of intermediate to advanced skills. I had dropped my subscription with the other editor so I hope to find I want to renew it again.
Looking forward to your first issue.
Posted: 11:05 am on February 28th
1--Delete the current Letters section and try to print letters with some information or value. Currently, it's just column after column (sometimes pages) of people saying, "Wow, your magazine is the best!" and "Wow, your magazine is really great!" and "Wow, I loved your fabulous article on frayed hems!" and "Wow, your amazing magazine reminds me of a dress I sewed in 1921." As a reader, I learn NOTHING from such self-congratulatory content. It's a waste of paper.
Also, corrections (often a discontinued pattern number) could be taken care of in a sentence or two. Instead, the Letters section prints an entire letter (sometimes two) describing how the reader couldn't find the pattern number given in a previous issue, blah blah blah. Column inches are wasted on this. Just print a small box in the front pages of the magazine titled "Corrections" and give the information. Stop wasting paper on this also.
2--I agree with MacRoseMagBob: I want to see articles by experts, teaching sophisticated, advanced techniques. Leave the simple stuff for SewStylish. The low point in the history of Threads magazine was the dreadful Brook DeLorme article. Please, no more of that. She can't sew! Teach us at an advanced level. It's so hard to find high-level sewing instruction--we need Threads for that! The Ralph Rucci article was priceless.
I love the Up Close feature. How about some articles on techniques used in sewing historic costumes (that is, museum-quality vintage garments)? We can learn so much from the past, when garments were made "the hard way."
Good luck, Deana, and congratulations!
Soignee
Posted: 6:59 pm on February 25th
Posted: 10:46 pm on February 24th
I guess I've basically said the same things as others. I'll quit for now. Congratulations on your new calling. Ymana Johnson
Posted: 7:01 pm on February 24th
I've subscribed to Threads from the beginning (yes, a charter subscriber!) and have seen the waves of change as each came. I was one of the vocal complainers in the last few years about the quick/cheap/easy angle the magazine was taking, and was relieved that in response, Taunton created Sew Stylish and Craft Stylish to address the needs of the thrift shop/funky/young style sewers. I was also relieved to see Threads return to its advanced and serious couture ways.
Now that Threads is finally back on course, I fervently hope that you intend to keep Threads going in that direction, and that Taunton will keep Sew Stylish and Craft Stylish to keep everybody happy. I welcome you to the Threads gang, and remind you that you'll be smiling out at us on our bookshelves for decades to come.
Posted: 4:58 pm on February 24th
I agree, I miss the in depth articles from the past. I have acquired many sewing skills because of Threads, and have made many, many garments using techniques from the pages of Threads.
A few I have made are: curved welt pockets(issue #62), no more wobbly welts(a la Kenneth King)(#72), made stitch and slash fabric vests and jacket(aka faux chenille)(#67), added pleats to the back of a straight skirt(#72), made a croquis(#65), learned tips for sewing all kinds of fabrics -from silk charmeuse to microfibers, knits, fur, leather and everything in between - and have learned many, many other interesting, fun and "couture" techniques that I didn't realize were couture because your articles and pictures make it easy to follow and do-able, even for someone without much experience. So please don't shy away from teaching so-called 'difficult' techniques - they have really inspired me and increased my skills dramatically.
As I have aged, my eyes have been getting progressively worse; however, with the invention of glasses I really don't need to see a full page devoted to showing us just two notions (hint,hint). But I do love to see the close-up photos of garments and the techniques you are demonstrating.
Also, In my humble opinion, Threads has never been an 'entry level' magazine for absolute beginners. If I were a beginner, I would go to the library and get a couple books on basic sewing or take a class or two. I wouldn't expect a magazine devoted to "people who love to sew" to 'dumb down' their magazine just for me. Again, just my opinion - hope I'm not offending anyone.
Posted: 3:19 pm on February 24th
I like that there are articles for all levels of sewing experience so that my teenage daughter can find things of interest as well.
Please keep bringing articles on couture sewing and more from authors such as Kathryn Breene, Kenneth King and Claire Schaeffer. One thing I really love (but it's in SewStylish) is how one pattern can be made up into many different outfits. If we can't have more SewStylsh perhaps we could have it in Threads?
Posted: 2:42 pm on February 24th
Posted: 12:49 pm on February 24th
Count me among those who want more high-end detail techniques & more emphasis on wearable menswear. With a 6'4" spouse who's built like the offensive tackle he used to be, I spend a fair amount of time altering RTW for fit. Classic tailoring trumps trendy or "fun," whether I'm sewing for him, me, or our nieces & nephews.
That said, the simpler projects (Fashion Squared - #137, Bog jacket - #87) have been a great way to introduce my 16 year old niece to the pleasures of sewing & to Threads, so they do have their place. Both she & I drool over the vintage pieces on the back covers, so please keep 'em coming.
Posted: 11:55 am on February 24th
If a pattern company has 5% of there line devoted to mens patterns, perhaps you could follow suit?
Posted: 9:18 am on February 24th
Posted: 8:22 am on February 24th
Publisher's Weekly recently ran an article on the resurgence of crafts and craft books in these economically difficult times, and yes, while we welcome newbies, we must not neglect those with more advanced skills. Indeed, newbies also need to acquire a repertoire of techniques.
Good luck!
Posted: 5:37 am on February 24th
I have a different take on the magazine i have only been receiving my sub for two years. It must of been about the time you changed the format as i do not know what others are talking about. I love the way the magazine is presented in the here and now.
Yes by all means teach us the best methods but keep in mind we want to be able to do things that do not seem to be beyond us. I have learnt so much re couture methods and enjoy a new challenge but you have to keep in mind there are all skill levels. And also in these difficult times we can turn this time in to a positive passing on skills to new sewers by not making them afraid to have a go.
So the balance has to be there. There are some issues that i find do not have a lot for me but then the next one comes along and its great. So keep up this good work you are doing now.
But I have one more request can we please see older faces as your models occasionally, keep in mind that we may be your biggest clientele. And also that young people do age as well and when its their turn to be 60 they may like to see older models just on some occasions also.
Welcome and thank you.
Posted: 3:54 am on February 24th
Welcome!!!!!!
you have a pleasant smile and wonderful eyes. Have fun as the new editor.
Posted: 2:01 am on February 24th
I agree with MacroseMagBob that details, special finishes, anything from Claire Schaeffer, Susan Kalje or Sandra Betzina and as much advanced construction or haute couture tips have been the articles so sorely missed for the past few years.
If the purpose of so many basic sewing articles has been to attract new or young sewers, that is fine. Please just give us the fabulous depth of earlier issues. My first was number ten when the size was much larger. I still use all my back issues as research with couture projects.
Good luck with your new venture.
Posted: 12:03 am on February 24th
Posted: 11:56 pm on February 23rd
I look forward to seeing how you will make your mark on Threads. I have all the issues #1 to whatever-the-last-number-was, and I find it very interesting to follow the changes in the magazine as the editorial staff changes.
I would like to see less basic sewing and crafty-crafts and more details, details, details on creating well-made and sophisticated designs. At one time Threads ran a series on design details from the 30's and 40's and how to alter a pattern to achieve these looks. I LOVED IT! Other articles I have really liked in the past - anything by Claire Shaefer, the article on how to make chinese frogs and passimenterie buttons, how to make crochet buttons, grosgrain ribbon cockades, Sandra Betzina articles - you get the drift.
Posted: 8:15 pm on February 23rd
I would like to see Threads do a series of fitting articles for The Men In Our Lives. (You have my permission to title it that if you wish.) My guy is skinny and graceful. I have to alter all his ready-to-wear because he seems to be between the ideal size fit. I think we all could use advice on how to fit love handles, beer bellies and sculpted pectorals. I believe a series such as this would be most welcome.
Posted: 6:42 pm on February 23rd
Posted: 5:50 pm on February 23rd
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