sewing techniques

Create a Delicate Collage with Layered Sheers

Layered sheer fabrics and collage techniques offer a stylish way to create lightweight, dimensional garments ideal for warm weather. Rae Cumbie shares her artful approach to summer sewing.
Great British Sewing Bee Pro Shows How to Copy a Garment

You can duplicate your favorite clothes without taking them apart. Claire-Louise Hardie shares three proven methods—including tracing and overdraping—for re-creating garments that fit and look great.
Up Close: Koos van den Akker Summer Dress

Explore a rare 1977 summer dress by Koos van den Akker, known for his vibrant, artistic fashion. Discover the playful appliqué techniques and signature detailing that defined his style.
Pattern Review: Just-Patterns, Freja Vest 3103

The Just Patterns Tailored Vest Review covers a classic, fully lined and interfaced vest designed for advanced sewists. With two cup-size ranges and sizing up to 60, the pattern includes…
Pattern Review: Pauline Alice, Neu Skirt

The Pauline Alice Neu Skirt Review features a beginner-friendly A-line skirt with an adjustable waist and oversized cargo pockets. Easy to sew and full of style, it’s ideal in crisp…
Pattern Review: Designer Stitch, Estelle Trousers 1124

The Designer Stitch Relaxed Trousers Review explores a wide-leg pants pattern with a comfortable fit and approachable construction. Sized US 2–26, these trousers feature a flat-front, elasticized-back waistband, slanted side…
Pattern Review: Closet Core Patterns: Ginger Skinny Jeans

In this section of Pattern Review, we take a close look at ginger skinny jeans and how to design different patterns out of them.
Learn to Make Your Own Designer Denim

Love designer denim? Stop and explore here the potential of denim design as a high-fashion fabric with custom clothier Patricia Robison.
A Bag of Surprises

Nothing prepared me for the joy experienced by sewing for my nieces, Lucianne and Audrey, and my nephews, Ian and Domenic.
Sew Better Plus-Size Garments

If you’re investing time in sewing clothes to fit your figure, it’s worthwhile to employ smart, durable construction techniques. In Threads #208 (June/July 2020), I described the basic method for…

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Rewarding Work | Letter from the Editor

Threads #228, Winter 2024

sewing techniques

Create a Delicate Collage with Layered Sheers

Great British Sewing Bee Pro Shows How to Copy a Garment

Up Close: Koos van den Akker Summer Dress

Pattern Review: Just-Patterns, Freja Vest 3103

Pattern Review: Pauline Alice, Neu Skirt

Pattern Review: Designer Stitch, Estelle Trousers 1124

Pattern Review: Closet Core Patterns: Ginger Skinny Jeans

Learn to Make Your Own Designer Denim

A Bag of Surprises

Sew Better Plus-Size Garments

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A Deep Dive | Letter From the Editor

Rewarding Work | Letter from the Editor

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Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

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sewing techniques

Create a Delicate Collage with Layered Sheers

Great British Sewing Bee Pro Shows How to Copy a Garment

Up Close: Koos van den Akker Summer Dress

Pattern Review: Just-Patterns, Freja Vest 3103

Pattern Review: Pauline Alice, Neu Skirt

Pattern Review: Designer Stitch, Estelle Trousers 1124

Pattern Review: Closet Core Patterns: Ginger Skinny Jeans

Learn to Make Your Own Designer Denim

A Bag of Surprises

Sew Better Plus-Size Garments

Threads Magazine

A Deep Dive | Letter From the Editor

Rewarding Work | Letter from the Editor

Threads of Connection | Letter from the Editor

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

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