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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.
Encouragement from Couture Expert Claire B. Shaeffer | Video

Claire B. Shaeffer encourages all to practice couture sewing techniques demonstrated in her video series, to produce couture-level sewing results that show great attention to detail.
Stays for Couture Garments | Video

Adding stays to key garment areas is a couture touch that ensures a secure, smooth fit, as well as comfort and longevity.
Bias Sewing for Couture Garments | Video

A couture sewing expert shares how to handle a fabric's bias grain when cutting and sewing garments, for designer-level results.
Scarves: A Colorful Guide to a Glorious Fashion Accessory

A book showcases color images of more than 250 vintage scarves and explains why this versatile accessory is an important fashion innovation.
Make a Shirt Collar with Channels for Collar Stays

Collar stays help keep men's shirts looking sharp, but many patterns don't accommodate this option. Learn how to add channels for colllar stays to a men's shirt collar pattern.

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