Pattern Hack

Work with Darts to Get a Better Fit

Patternmaker and designer Tricia Camacho shows practical and creative ways to work with darts to improve a garment's fit.
Design a One-Shoulder Dress

Altering a fitted dress pattern to create a one-shoulder design is easy, and you can adapt the look to suit any aesthetic.
Add a Dramatic Pleated Sleeve

Pleats are having an extended moment in fashion. They offer volume that expands or collapses with the body’s position and movement. Pleats can be endlessly interesting, and they’re fun and…
Adapting a Skirt Pattern with Designer Details

During a recent online window-shopping spree, I discovered a skirt in a menswear-inspired fabrication that encapsulated some of my favorite style features: a flattering A-line silhouette enhanced with pleats and…
Knot Your Ordinary Sleeve Pattern Hack

When you have a tried-and-true top or dress pattern, it’s natural to use it over and over with style updates. I came up with an open sleeve version that incorporates…
Sew a Back-Wrap Dress with a Triangular Envelope Collar

I recently saw a wedding dress that had an unexpected and attractive back detail. The dress was a back-wrap style, featuring a faced, asymmetrical triangular envelope collar. This neckline created…
Fast Faux Fur Jacket Pattern Hack

Recently, I examined a cute fake fur jacket from a well-known designer. It was startlingly simple, as designer garments sometimes are: an unlined, waist-length jacket with an asymmetrical front opening…
Pattern Review: Deer and Doe Sirocco Jumpsuit

Deer and Doe: Sirocco Jumpsuit This short-sleeve jumpsuit and romper will hug and highlight your curves. It has a surplice bodice, a 1-inch-wide neckline band, an inset waistband, and diagonal…
Three Options for Modifying Pockets | Pattern Hack

If you're bored of the standard patch pocket, consider three designs for modifying pockets: foldover flap, center pleat, and gathered edge.
Turn a Shirt Into a Dress | Pattern Hack

Every once in a while, you come across a blouse pattern that’s pretty, flattering, and has design details and a silhouette you can’t get enough of. You fit it and,…

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Pattern Hack

Work with Darts to Get a Better Fit

Design a One-Shoulder Dress

Add a Dramatic Pleated Sleeve

Adapting a Skirt Pattern with Designer Details

Knot Your Ordinary Sleeve Pattern Hack

Sew a Back-Wrap Dress with a Triangular Envelope Collar

Fast Faux Fur Jacket Pattern Hack

Pattern Review: Deer and Doe Sirocco Jumpsuit

Three Options for Modifying Pockets | Pattern Hack

Turn a Shirt Into a Dress | Pattern Hack

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Reimagining a Couture Look by Galliano

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Pattern Hack

Work with Darts to Get a Better Fit

Design a One-Shoulder Dress

Add a Dramatic Pleated Sleeve

Adapting a Skirt Pattern with Designer Details

Knot Your Ordinary Sleeve Pattern Hack

Sew a Back-Wrap Dress with a Triangular Envelope Collar

Fast Faux Fur Jacket Pattern Hack

Pattern Review: Deer and Doe Sirocco Jumpsuit

Three Options for Modifying Pockets | Pattern Hack

Turn a Shirt Into a Dress | Pattern Hack

Threads Magazine

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

Reimagining a Couture Look by Galliano

Add Bonnie Cashin Pockets

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