Dana Finkle

Dana Finkle is a Threads online contributor who works in the sewing industry in New York City.

How to Throw the Ultimate Sewing-Themed Party

Throw a sewing-themed party filled with food, fun, and party favors that all your sewing buddies will appreciate.
Couching by Machine

Apply narrow trims accurately with dedicated presser feet, learn more about couching by machine.
The Seamstresses Behind the Apollo Spacesuit | Profiles in Sewing History

Remarkable sewing skills helped an unlikely company get a contract with NASA to make spacesuits.
Arthur McGee | Profiles in Sewing History

Known as the first African American to head a design studio on Seventh Avenue
Make a Sequined Pillow for a Spark of Brilliance

Brighten any room with this easy, pattern-free, sequined pillow project
Garrett Morgan | Profiles in Sewing History

Inventor who began his career improving sewing machines
Pauline Trigère | Profiles in Sewing History

Meet the outspoken designer who hired the first African American model.
Make a Baby-Doll Dress or Top

Baby-doll styles are easy to make, flattering on many body types, and offer much opportunity for self-expression with different design elements. All you have to do to create the silhouette…
Stephanie Kwolek | Profiles in Sewing History

Chemist Stephanie Kwolek invented the life-saving material known as Kevlar, which is used to make protective clothing today.
Elizabeth Keckley | Profiles in Sewing History

A determined young woman bought her freedom from slavery and later became First Lady Mary Lincoln’s dressmaker.

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