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Crown to Catwalk: Exhibit Spans 150 Years of the Royal School of Needlework

A new exhibition showcases exquisite works from the Royal School of Needlework’s 150-year history.
Couture Sewing in a Locked-Down World, with Susan Khalje | Episode 48

Couture teacher Susan Khalje talks about how she's continued to share her expertise despite worldwide pandemic restrictions.
Couture Gets Practical: Observations from Susan Khalje

Contributing Editor Susan Khalje talks about trends toward sewing more wearable, less occasion-specific clothing—still using couture techniques.
A Formula for Perfect Pleats

My husband and I love rock-and-roll dancing, a style of dance related to the Lindy Hop or swing. That means I need lots of full, swishy skirts with perfect pleats,…
Determining the Right Amount of Ease

Find your fit preferences Determining the right amount of ease is straightforward. Take a good look at garments you own (or try some on in a store), and assess how…
The Secret to Sewing Slinky Knits

Slinky knits, the acetate/spandex blend with a luxurious, fluid drape, have become a versatile staple fabric. Top designers are featuring slinky knit apparel in their 2007 collections, in everything from…
A Must-See Costume Exhibition as Broadway Shows Return

The short-term theatrical costume exhibition, Showstoppers! Spectacular Costumes from Stage and Screen, in New York City's Theater District has been extended to October 31, 2021. I recently saw this wonderful…
Pauline Trigère | Profiles in Sewing History

Meet the outspoken designer who hired the first African American model.
A Fresh Way to Fit a Sleeve

I’m often asked how to fit a sleeve for the greatest range of motion. I’ve discovered that baggy hip-hop pants—those dropped-crotch pants made popular by urban B-boys, DJs, and graffiti…
A Guide to Indispensable Elastics for Garment Sewing

Learn about some of the many types of elastics with a chart that details their characteristics, uses, and applications. Then walk through the steps to applying elastics three different ways.

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Crown to Catwalk: Exhibit Spans 150 Years of the Royal School of Needlework

Couture Sewing in a Locked-Down World, with Susan Khalje | Episode 48

Couture Gets Practical: Observations from Susan Khalje

A Formula for Perfect Pleats

Determining the Right Amount of Ease

The Secret to Sewing Slinky Knits

A Must-See Costume Exhibition as Broadway Shows Return

Pauline Trigère | Profiles in Sewing History

A Fresh Way to Fit a Sleeve

A Guide to Indispensable Elastics for Garment Sewing

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Tales in Textiles | Letter from the Editor

Paris Opera Dress: From Couture Dream to Reality

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Couture - Page 2 of 20

Crown to Catwalk: Exhibit Spans 150 Years of the Royal School of Needlework

Couture Sewing in a Locked-Down World, with Susan Khalje | Episode 48

Couture Gets Practical: Observations from Susan Khalje

A Formula for Perfect Pleats

Determining the Right Amount of Ease

The Secret to Sewing Slinky Knits

A Must-See Costume Exhibition as Broadway Shows Return

Pauline Trigère | Profiles in Sewing History

A Fresh Way to Fit a Sleeve

A Guide to Indispensable Elastics for Garment Sewing

Threads Magazine

Autumn 2023 Styles, Colors, and Fabrics

Threads/ASDP: Past to Present Challenge

Tales in Textiles | Letter from the Editor

Paris Opera Dress: From Couture Dream to Reality

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