Embellishment

Add Hand Embellishment to Machine Embroidery

Kayla Kennington blends machine precision with handmade artistry in this embroidery tutorial. Learn how to zhuzh up digitized motifs with beads, sequins, and personal flair.
Fairy-Light Petal Embroidery

Add dimension and sparkle to sheer garments with this petal embroidery technique from fashion expert Mariana Leung. Inspired by Wicked and runway couture, this simple-to-sew look provides high impact.
Add Velvety Embroidery to Any Garment

Embroider narrow velvet ribbon and chenille yarn to give a ready-to-wear garment a luxe designer look.
Make a Boro-Stitched Jacket

Follow the steps to creating a unique boro-stitched jacket by combining fabric layering with the boro stitching and raw-edge appliqué. Rae Cumbie of Fit for Art Patterns shows her process.
Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

I am just getting over jetlag as I write this, having returned a week ago from hosting the first-ever Threads trip to the Netherlands. I was joined by 18 avid…
The Beauty of Boro Stitching

Fuel your creativity with two more examples of garments created with boro stitching combined with other techniques. The results are unique, comfortable clothes that are truly worth the effort.
Create Drawn Thread Work with a Machine Zigzag Stitch

Use your sewing machine's zigzag stitch to create subtle, open-work embroidery on your next garment. This form of embroidery is traditionally done by hand.
Try Modern Appliqué on Your Next Jacket

Learn how to create one-of-a-kind jackets through appliqué or reverse appliqué, coupled with boro stitching, on layered fabrics for an interesting textured look.
Drawn Thread Work by Machine

Learn how to create drawn thread work on a garment or home decor using your sewing machine. It takes a fraction of the time to create this subtle embellishment by…
Geometric Fabric Designs with Seminole-Style Patchwork

Create blocks and bands of patchwork in contrasting colors for a dramatic Seminole piecing look. The result looks complicated but the steps to creating it are simple.

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Embellishment

Add Hand Embellishment to Machine Embroidery

Fairy-Light Petal Embroidery

Add Velvety Embroidery to Any Garment

Make a Boro-Stitched Jacket

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

The Beauty of Boro Stitching

Create Drawn Thread Work with a Machine Zigzag Stitch

Try Modern Appliqué on Your Next Jacket

Drawn Thread Work by Machine

Geometric Fabric Designs with Seminole-Style Patchwork

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A Deep Dive | Letter From the Editor

Rewarding Work | Letter from the Editor

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

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Embellishment

Add Hand Embellishment to Machine Embroidery

Fairy-Light Petal Embroidery

Add Velvety Embroidery to Any Garment

Make a Boro-Stitched Jacket

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

The Beauty of Boro Stitching

Create Drawn Thread Work with a Machine Zigzag Stitch

Try Modern Appliqué on Your Next Jacket

Drawn Thread Work by Machine

Geometric Fabric Designs with Seminole-Style Patchwork

Threads Magazine

A Deep Dive | Letter From the Editor

Rewarding Work | Letter from the Editor

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

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