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Three Ways to Shorten Jeans

Maybe you only know one way to shorten jeans, but take it from custom jean designer Angela Wolf who can give you two more simple ways, here.
Distress Denim Seams

Q: I sew many denim jeans and jackets. Is there is a way to age the garment seams to make them look worn and soft? —Dorothy, via email A: Jeans…
Prepare Denim for Making Your Own Jeans

There are several important reasons to prewash denim. Learn how any why you need to prepare denim for making jeans.
Tools and Replacement Parts to Fix Zippers

A little practice is all it takes to become proficient at zipper repair. Learn the tips, tricks, and tools for fixing zippers, here.
5 Tips for Better Sewing

Here are 5 great new tips for better sewing from our readers.
Threads #218 Summer 2022 Preview

Learn to create a lace jacket, a great-fitting pair of pants, and a smooth side-seam zipper from the next issue of Threads magazine. The editors of Threads discuss these and…
How to Couch Yarn to Fabric with Your Sewing Machine

Eyelash yarn couched to fabric is an interesting embellishment, like fraying stripes. Here’s a method to couch yarn to fabric with your sewing machine. You “couch,” or sew, it with…
Elastic For Every Project

Find out how to use the top elastic products to best advantage.
How to Shorten a Metal Zipper

Shorten a metal zipper to the exact size you need with just a few tools.
How to Fix a Bulging Lap on Pants

Whether I’m sitting or standing, there seems to be a bulge from excess length in all my pants in the zipper area, particularly with my jeans. How can I remove…

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Tips & Tricks - Page 2 of 72

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Tools and Replacement Parts to Fix Zippers

5 Tips for Better Sewing

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How to Couch Yarn to Fabric with Your Sewing Machine

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How to Shorten a Metal Zipper

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Tips & Tricks - Page 2 of 72

Three Ways to Shorten Jeans

Distress Denim Seams

Prepare Denim for Making Your Own Jeans

Tools and Replacement Parts to Fix Zippers

5 Tips for Better Sewing

Threads #218 Summer 2022 Preview

How to Couch Yarn to Fabric with Your Sewing Machine

Elastic For Every Project

How to Shorten a Metal Zipper

How to Fix a Bulging Lap on Pants

Threads Magazine

2023 Make It With Wool Winners

Autumn 2023 Styles, Colors, and Fabrics

Threads/ASDP: Past to Present Challenge

Tales in Textiles | Letter from the Editor

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