Peggy’s Traced Black Duplicate Blouse
2018-07-08
Peggy brought a black slinky square cut blouse by Helmut Lang into the studio workroom wondering if we could recreate and improve on it as her second sewing class project. Read More →
As Close to Nainsook As You Will Find
2018-07-07
It is lighter than muslin or most shirtings, smooth, plain weave, with just the slightest hint of polish to it. Any heavier polish and it would veer into polished cottons or chintz – any lighter and it would veer into voile, lawn, or batiste.
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Nathan’s Tambour Samplers
2018-07-07
Just a sneak peek of Nathan Perez’s tambour samplers for his upcoming tambour embroidery class in August 2018…Read More →
Sewing Without Tears
2018-07-06
This has probably been one of the more comprehensive sewing books we’ve had around – in 350 pages she really takes you on a ride through the world of home sewing with an eye toward professional results.Read More →
Omoleye and the Kielo Wrap by Named Clothing
2018-07-05
Omoleye works up the Kielo wrap dress from Named Clothing!Read More →
Tip: Altering Cord Placement On Uniquely You Forms
2018-07-03
Altering cord placement on Uniquely You form for a better shaped bustline & cleavage.Read More →
Beautiful Linen Showed Up This Weekend…
2018-07-02
Robert Kaufman linen from Oak Fabric in Chicago makes for both a great version of Vogue #1350 as well as some luxury compost.Read More →
Melissa’s Houston Quilt Show Project
2018-07-01
Melissa’s entry into the Houston Quilt Show on 8 November, 2018. Read More →
Basic Tambour Techniques With Nathan Perez
2018-06-19
Let Nathan Perez show you the possibilities of tambour embroidery this Summer at our tambour workshop!Read More →
Tip for Understanding Pattern Shapes
2018-06-18
Tips to help you start understanding shape and configuration…Read More →
Little Quick Grey Drape
2018-06-17
If your students start knocking together little semi-sheer linen dresses to wear during the rest of class, you can be proud, you can also be amused, but best believe it is time to put in the air conditioners.Read More →
Erin’s First Sewing Class Project: McCall’s #M6834
2018-06-16
Erin worked up McCall’s #6834 as her first project…Read More →
Maddie Works Some Barbarella Magic With McCall’s #6350
2018-06-15
Maddie works up some Barbarella magic with McCall’s #6350Read More →
Erin’s Second Project: McCall’s #3830
2018-06-14
Erin worked up McCall’s #3830 as a palette cleanser after her first project after moving on…Read More →
Erin’s Latest: Frances Dress by Victory Patterns
2018-06-11
Erin’s latest project at Tchad’s Chicago sewing workrooms: The Frances dress by Victory PatternsRead More →
How to Use, Adapt, and Design Sewing Patterns
2018-06-08
Let Lee Hollahan walk you through the steps to begin understanding pattens and shapes…Read More →
Glove Stretchers for Tailoring and Pressing
2018-06-07
Glove stretchers make great pressing and turning tools for the sewist and tailor.Read More →
A Dictionary of Textile Terms
2018-06-06
How did we have access to portable information about fabrics before phones?Read More →
Mark’s Tailored Couch Conversion
2018-06-05
Mark uses his sewing superpowers to reupholster his couch.Read More →
Sew Basic: 36 Essential Skills
2018-06-04
Let the editors of Threads Magazine help you begin to understand the basics.Read More →
Tip: Using Vintage & Antique Buttons & Button Plackets
2018-06-03
If you are sewing for yourself, you have a chance to do something really special: You have the ability to put things together in a way that may be well above your means, but you have to do it smartly.Read More →