zippers

Tools and Replacement Parts to Fix Zippers

A little practice is all it takes to become proficient at zipper repair. Learn the tips, tricks, and tools for fixing zippers, here.
No-Nonsense Flexible Waist Finishes

Skirts and pants without waistbands look great on just about any figure. That sleek construction creates a smooth and flattering silhouette, but it often comes with a catch: the waist…
Professional Finishes for Sweater Knits

Gorgeous knit garments are the sum of many parts: unique fabrics, flattering silhouettes, and beautiful finishes for sweater knits. With information on stitching seams, hems, and facings in Threads No.…
Sew Ripple-Free Zippers in Knits

Most of us have a ready-to-wear garment with a ripply zipper. The solution is knit stay-tape interfacing.
A Brief History of the Zipper

Find out from this short zipper history how the closure has changed the way people dress, providing security, convenience, ease, and style.
Add Pockets and Subtract the Zipper in Your Favorite Pants Pattern

Growing up I remember my mom and my grandma saying that you couldn’t have a pair of pants or a skirt without pockets. Where else would you stash your hanky?…
Get Rid of the Fabric Bump Above a Mock Fly Zipper

Alterations expert Pamela Howard shows how to eliminate the fabric bump that forms above a mock fly zipper at a garment's waistband.
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…
My Lovely Linen Jacket

Inspired by a RTW jacket, I modified Butterick 6056 to create my Lovely Linen Jacket. I used Robert Kaurman Essex Linen/Cotton blend, raised the neck a bit and subbed a…
Vintage 1950s style Easter Dress

Easter is always a special time for me. I like to keep the age old traditions of a new dress and hats and gloves to wear to Easter services, and…

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zippers

Tools and Replacement Parts to Fix Zippers

No-Nonsense Flexible Waist Finishes

Professional Finishes for Sweater Knits

Sew Ripple-Free Zippers in Knits

A Brief History of the Zipper

Add Pockets and Subtract the Zipper in Your Favorite Pants Pattern

Get Rid of the Fabric Bump Above a Mock Fly Zipper

Soft Shell Pink Dino Jacket

My Lovely Linen Jacket

Vintage 1950s style Easter Dress

Threads Magazine

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

Reimagining a Couture Look by Galliano

Add Bonnie Cashin Pockets

2023 Make It With Wool Winners

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Taunton Network

zippers

Tools and Replacement Parts to Fix Zippers

No-Nonsense Flexible Waist Finishes

Professional Finishes for Sweater Knits

Sew Ripple-Free Zippers in Knits

A Brief History of the Zipper

Add Pockets and Subtract the Zipper in Your Favorite Pants Pattern

Get Rid of the Fabric Bump Above a Mock Fly Zipper

Soft Shell Pink Dino Jacket

My Lovely Linen Jacket

Vintage 1950s style Easter Dress

Threads Magazine

Live and Learn | Letter from the Editor

Reimagining a Couture Look by Galliano

Add Bonnie Cashin Pockets

2023 Make It With Wool Winners

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