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Threads #227, Fall 2024

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

In her letter from the editor, Carol Fresia highlights some of the articles—written by sewing experts—in Threads #227, the Fall 2024 issue.

    Pattern Review

  • Know Me 2064 Utilitarian Vest and Jacket

    Pattern Review: Know Me 2064 Vest and Jacket

    This utilitarian zippered vest and snap closure jacket can be worn separately or snapped together. Know Me 2064 also features multiple pockets in a variety of styles and closures, and…

  • Pattern Review: Simplicity 9855 Top and Pants

    The corset-style blouse with empire waist, has cuffed sleeves, and a front zipper closure and moderately challenging to sew. The tailored, slim pants have a contoured waist, a seam down…

  • Pattern Review: Creation Domum, Netta Pants

    Designed for an intermediate to advanced sewist, these pleated, wide-leg pants feature pocket facings that wrap to each side back where they button.

  • Vogue 2005 feminine dress line drawings and finished dress in a dark print

    Pattern Review: Vogue 2005 Dress

    A feminine long- or short-sleeve dress, this Vogue 2005 design closes with a zipper in back, though there are button-and-loop closures partially down the front. The fit-and-flare style, with ruffle-trimmed…

  • Pattern Review: Just Patterns, Lara Skirt 1106

    The classic A-line Just Patterns Lara Skirt 1106 is designed with side panels that incorporate pockets, and a center-back zipper closure.

  • Line drawings and a sewn version of the Style Arc Hendrix Coat

    Pattern Review: Style Arc, Hendrix Coat

    The unlined Style Arc Hendrix Coat offers a boxy look, with unusual seams and panels. It has a button or snap front closure, front pockets, along with bound neckline and…

    Essential Techniques

  • How and Why to Swatch Fabrics

    Swatch fabric over time to help you make better decisions when choosing the best materials for sewing garments.

    Embellishments

  • Model wearing linen blouse featuring drawn thread work by machine and a close-up of the fine machine stitching

    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…

    Closures

  • Map Dress

    Maps printed on silk fabric for pilots during World War II were turned into a dress during the 1940s by a Dutch expat living in Indonesia.

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