tips & tricks - Threads
Marking Seamlines on Silks
You can use this method to mark seamlines on hard-to-handle, slippery silks and lining fabrics.
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Matching Patterns on Pockets
Here's a simple trick for matching pocket fabric when cutting out a print shirt.
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Pattern Markings Made Easier
Learn how to speed up the process of transferring pattern markings to the fabric.
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Graph Paper for Pockets
Graph paper can act as a sewing guide to help you sew straight seams and square corners.
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Don't Embroider That Design, Yet!
Avoid some of the most common mistakes of machine embroidery.
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A Safe Way to Sew Beaded Fringe
Using a glue stick while sewing beaded fringe can help you keep from breaking beads or needles.
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Brooching Delicate Fabrics
This technique helps keep your delicate fabrics from tearing.
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Design Without Drawing
A scanner can provide great help with your design elements and patterns.
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No Alterations Needed
Change your seam allowances so you won't have to make pattern alterations.
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Make a Sewing Worktable
Learn how to make a useful and affordable table for your sewing room.
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Button Purse Feet
Learn how to make "button purse feet" to protect the fabric on the bottom of your purse.
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How to Cut Thread on an Airplane
A substitute for scissors that you can take with you on an airplane.
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Sewing Inspiration from Old Movies
Costumes of the 1930s and '40s have appealing style lines and unusual dress detailing that can give your wardrobe a custom-made look; old movies can provide sewing and design inspiration.
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The Best of Threads, Vol. 1 DVD-ROMQuick computer access to 50 of the best sewing technique articles from Threads magazine
Shirtmaking TechniquesA Demonstration of Hands-On Skill
Quick Stuff to Sew, Vol. 1A fashionable collection of quick, creative sewing projects
