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The Perfect Blouse: Make the Pocket

Learn how to make and use a pressing template and then how to achieve precise edgestitching to create a professional-looking breast patch pocket on a classic shirt.
Weave a Rickrack Embellishment

Rickrack is a zigzag braid with a long history. Many of us associate it with little girls’ dresses from the 1950s and ’60s, but I’ve found a way to give…
Soft Shell Pink Dino Jacket

Our Spring time gets rain, and more rain, requiring us to own rainproof lightweight jackets. This fun girl's jacket is from Ottobre Design 6/2016, #18 hoodie. I used waterproof soft…
Tropical Lagenlook Tunic

This Tropical, Cotton/Poly Lagenlook Tunic gets compliments everywhere it's worn! Made from the same pattern as my Linen Jacket, Butterick 6056 was perfect for this fabric from my stash. I cut…
Military Style Spring Jacket

Butterick 5927, view D was my starting point. This basic double breasted pattern is very simple and lends itself to achieving the military look I was after. The cotton duck…
Not So Ordinary Hoodie

Several years ago, I purchased this green, lilac/pink, and cream jaquard fabric
One-Dot Pocket Placement Method | Video

Threads Contributing Editor Louise Cutting reveals an industry marking method for pocket placement in this tutorial video from "Industry Insider Techniques, Vol. 7."
Q&A: How to Sew a Welt Pocket Over a Dart

A tailoring expert shares his advice for sewing a double-welt pocket over a dart.
Jeans “Upcycled”

My son may never put anything in the mending pile again! I now have a fun pair of comfy cut-offs complete with 'real' patches, a new waistband and a new…
Video: How to Sew a Scarf with a Hidden Pocket

Learn a clever technique for adding a secret pocket to a scarf.

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