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Pattern Review: Forest And Thread, It Takes Two

Asymmetrical curved seams are the focus on the Forest And Thread It Takes Two warm-up suit zip-front jacket and elastic-waist pants.
Sew a Surprise Swing Coat Collar, Part 1

Mid-length coats with a flared silhouette were popular in the 1930s, enjoying revivals at various times throughout the ensuing decades. The style was dubbed a “swagger coat,” perhaps because the…
Share Your Skills By Sewing for Charity

The author's life experience led her to begin sewing for charity. She explains where and how others can do the same.
Add Velvety Embroidery to Any Garment

Embroider narrow velvet ribbon and chenille yarn to give a ready-to-wear garment a luxe designer look.
A 1950s Swagger-Collar Coat

This winter jacket was designed and sold by a firm called Roland Originals based in downtown Dayton, Ohio, the state’s most prosperous city at mid-century. The company flourished from the…
What Makes a Pattern Good

Find out how to determine if a garment pattern will help you have a positive sewing experience that results in a successful finished garment.
Pattern Review: Lore Piar, Leia Top

Upgrade from a basic turtleneck with this tight-fitting top that has an asymmetrical neckline with an inset crossover collar band ruched at one end, pleats at the front waistline side…
Pattern Review: The Maker’s Atelier, The Atelier Shirt

The button-front, long-sleeve blouse has a two-piece shirt collar, a cut-on front button placket, self-lined back yoke, and three back options: flat, gathered, or pleated.
Pattern Review: Vogue 1981

A Badgley Mischka design, this lined dress has asymmetrical ruching and pleating, a wrap-style skirt, long sleeves, and an invisible back zipper.
Pattern Review: Matchy Matchy Sewing Club, Archer Work Pants

These barrel-shaped, ankle-grazing pants are a contemporary and comfortable design. They have an elastic waist, oversized patch pockets, and a wide inseam gusset. Darts at the knees and hemlines give…

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Pattern Review: Forest And Thread, It Takes Two

Sew a Surprise Swing Coat Collar, Part 1

Share Your Skills By Sewing for Charity

Add Velvety Embroidery to Any Garment

A 1950s Swagger-Collar Coat

What Makes a Pattern Good

Pattern Review: Lore Piar, Leia Top

Pattern Review: The Maker’s Atelier, The Atelier Shirt

Pattern Review: Vogue 1981

Pattern Review: Matchy Matchy Sewing Club, Archer Work Pants

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Pattern Review: Forest And Thread, It Takes Two

Sew a Surprise Swing Coat Collar, Part 1

Share Your Skills By Sewing for Charity

Add Velvety Embroidery to Any Garment

A 1950s Swagger-Collar Coat

What Makes a Pattern Good

Pattern Review: Lore Piar, Leia Top

Pattern Review: The Maker’s Atelier, The Atelier Shirt

Pattern Review: Vogue 1981

Pattern Review: Matchy Matchy Sewing Club, Archer Work Pants

Threads Magazine

Rewarding Work | Letter from the Editor

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

Reimagining a Couture Look by Galliano

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