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Giving New Life to an Old Shirt

Ideas for updating an unworn garment.

Transfer Muslin Fitting Changes to a Pattern

Making adjustments to a muslin to improve a garment’s fit is an important part of my sewing process. But my work isn’t over after the fitting. I always transfer the…

How to Upcycle a Sweater

There are many reasons to repurpose clothing into new designs. It saves money. It reduces waste and saves the planet. And it is a lot of fun. When you start…

How to Clean and Oil Your Sewing Machine

I’ve learned over my years as a sewing machine repair technician that many sewers have a personal relationship with their machine. Like the one they have with family or friends,…

Power-Assisted Cutting Tools for Sewing

Of all the tasks you perform when making sewn projects, cutting causes the most physical strain. Over time, this task can aggravate or even cause osteoarthritis of the hands and…

In-depth Look at 2020 Make It With Wool Winners

Make It With Wool (MIWW) is an annual competition that strives to highlight the natural beauty and versatility of wool fabrics and yarns. It encourages makers to use wool in…

Add Variety with the Magic of Bias

Threads Digital Ambassador Becky Fulgoni shows how she adds variety to her basic woven T-shirt pattern using different widths of bias at the neckline.

Reflections on a Home-Sewn Wardrobe

When Peter Lappin began sewing 10-plus years ago, little did he know that he would end up with a closet full of garments.

Add Pattern Markings for Sewing Accuracy

Learn how to add pattern markings, especially at darts and foldlines, to make your sewing more efficient.

Create Defined Shoulders by Borrowing a Vintage Detail

The defined shoulder is having a moment. It doesn’t have to be broad or heavily padded, though. Incorporating a design detail that calls attention to a strong shoulder line will…

Learn Two Ways to Support the Collar Stand on a Finished Shirt

A collar stand sometimes turns out too weak to adequately support the collar, and a shirt or blouse’s neckline looks sloppy. You may have noticed this on a garment you…

Select Quality Lighting and Glasses to See Your Sewing Better

Those of us who love to sew often make significant investments in our tools, but paying attention to your vision can have a big influence on your sewing enjoyment. I…

Beading on Sweater Knits

I’ve always loved the beaded sweaters that were popular in the 1950s. They were luxurious, elegant, and surely reserved for the most special of occasions. I saw them from time…

Pattern Adjustments to Fit a Small Bust

If you typically find that garments are too loose over and around the bust, you may need to make a small-bust adjustment. Commercial patterns are drafted for a B-cup bust,…

Why You Should Try Hand-Sewn Buttonholes

A beautiful handworked buttonhole elevates a tailored coat and improves the look of simple designs. Sewing buttonholes by machine is unwieldy if the fabric is thick, and getting exact positioning…

How to Draft Your Own Lining Pattern

A lining confers several advantages to a jacket or coat. It makes the garment easier to don and doff. A lining can protect your skin from scratchy fabrics while shielding…

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