To get involved, visit http://vpll.wordpress.com/2011/11/24/the-1912-project/ or email the VPLL at vpll.librarian@gmail.com

whatwasithinking: The video seems to be working here on our end. Can you please elaborate about your computer type (PC/Mac) and web browser (Internet Explorer/FireFox/Safari). I would love to help figure out why you are having trouble.

So, far we have been doing Facebook giveaways of books and DVDs that we have also offered here on Threads. Some people do enjoy the community over on Facebook, and we'd like to be part of that conversation as well. It is completely up to you how you would like to be part of the Threads community, but this book giveaway was a second chance to win. We gave away a copy of The Colette Sewing Handbook right here last week. We have no plans to stop giving away these great sewing products right here on our website, so don't worry about missing out.

Visit www.threadsmagazine.com/profile/SusanKhalje to see all of the tutorials Susan has written for the website. You can also find Susan's articles, as a contributing editor, in each new issue of Threads magazine.

The winner will be announced today. Sorry for the delay.

Voting is now open: http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/21826/

The issue number has been corrected. We get a little ahead of ourselves around here since we are currently working on the next three issues! Thanks for the catch.

We are trying to figure out the technical issue, but please try using the Firefox Internet Browser, if you continue to have trouble using Internet Explorer to upload your entry. You can download it for free at mozilla.com/firefox.

@nancynancy: I've been trying to replicate your problem, but everything seems to be working for me. You can try creating a new entry and making sure all of the fields on the page have something in them. It could be an issue with how the text was copied into the form. Feel free to call customer service if you continue to have technical issues, and they may be able to answer your specific questions. You can contact customer service at 800-477-8727 between 9-5 EST.

Yes, you should be able to edit your entry after it is has been published. You should see an edit link in the box at the upper right of your text.

@tzipi It could be that your images are now too small to be uploaded. All images should be between 400px-1,200px wide/high. You can contact customer service at 800-477-8727 between 9-5 EST if you continue to have technical problems.

Your entry can be any special occasion garment. Just be sure to read the official rules to make sure your ensemble is eligible. There should be three or more pieces including an accessory. "Handmade" refers to a garment you have made yourself and is not purchased ready-made. Sewing machine and other tool use is definitely allowed in creating your entry.

By published we mean that you have been paid for the work, and it has been featured in a media publication of some kind (i.e. magazine article). Your personal Facebook account would not be considered publication. Good luck!

Unfortunately, to legally claim the prize, you must be a legal resident of the United States, who is at least 18 years old, or a legal resident of Canada (except Quebec).

By published we mean that you have been paid for the work, and it has been featured in a media publication of some kind (i.e. magazine article). Your personal Facebook account would not be considered publication. Good luck!

There is no limit to how many ensembles you can enter. Also, check back on October 19th for our annual Halloween Costume Contest, if you are making one this year.

You may use a sewing pattern or something of your own design. Please note which pattern you use in your entry. The more information we have about your ensemble, the better the judging will be in the end.

Thank you for the catch. This has been corrected.

The jacket is the author's adaptation of New Look 6619.

The winner of the contest was announced on November 15th.
http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/17086

Terri1001,

You can definitely use a commercial pattern for your garment. Let us know what pattern you used in your entry. The rule is referencing that the work must be your own.

If you click "view all" first and then print, you should have no problems. Please let me know if this continues to be an issue.

I apologize for any difficulty you might be experiencing while viewing the videos. The problem might be with your internet connection speed. If you continue to have difficulty viewing our videos, you can also check out our YouTube channel where each episode is also published.

http://www.youtube.com/threads

You can certainly use a printed fabric. The idea is for your finished garments to represent some combination of our spring color palette to celebrate the spring season. I can't wait to see your garment in the gallery.

Thanks for letting us know about the error. I believe all of the edits have been made now.

Thanks for the tip. I have fixed the link to go directly to that section.

You do not need to create new garments to enter the contest. You can enter anything you have made in the past, that has been made by you, and meets all of the other requirements.

I have made adjustments to the contest to fix this error. Sorry for the inconvenience you should have no problems now. I can't wait to see your costume.

I have made an adjustment to the settings on the contest. Hopefully you will not have a problem now. Sorry for the inconvenience. I can't wait to see your costume.

-Vicky

Hi flowerfeathers,
We consider previously published content to be materials paid for by a website or magazine. Our intention is to keep the contest competitive by excluding professional works in the contest. Hope this answers your question.

-Vicky

The problem might be with the actual dimensions of your photo rather than in the file size. The photo needs to be between 400px and 1,200px in width and height in order to upload.

You can certainly post your project. When we refer to something as being unpublished we mean professionally published for payment. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Unfortunately, only "legal residents of the United States, who are at least 18 years old, and legal residents of Canada (except Quebec), who are over the age of majority in their province of residence" are eligible to participate in this contest.

Hi Sewista,

You can enter a garment you have already created and written about on your blog. You will still need to upload the photos of your garment to our contest gallery. Click the link to "Enter your project" at the top of the page and share your photos.

Thanks,

Vicky

I can't wait to see the finished costume. I really wish I could come to the parade this year. Take lots of photos!

nancyjf,
If you are having trouble opening links, you may be using a pop up blocker on your Internet browser. You will have to allow pop ups for threadsmagazine.com in order for the external links to open.

In the caption for the blank grid there should be a click to enlarge link. I have also added a link within the body of the article to find the large version of the blank grid.

There is a play button at the bottom left corner of the player and the video should also begin if you click inside the player.

The dresses are beautiful. Great job! Thanks for sharing your work.