In this personal essay, "Specially Designed by Mom," from Threads #200, a reader describes his mother's love of sewing and the jacket she designed for him.
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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.
Restyle Unworn Garments
Pattern Roundup: Beyond The Mask 2, Spring and Summer Sewing
If you're looking for some great spring and summer beginner patterns to sharpen your skills, we've rounded up 10 of our favorites for you!
Notes on Washing Fabrics
Get expert advice on whether you should wash some fabrics before and after you've made a garment. Also learn how to treat fancy fabrics, and what to do when you…
Erica Bunker’s Advice for a Stylish Self-Sewn Wardrobe | Episode 39
Blogger Erica Bunker, who specializes in fashion sewing and styling advice, talks about a stylish home-sewn wardrobe in the Sewing with Threads podcast.
Pattern Roundup: Shirtdresses for Spring
The shirtdress is a versatile design you can sew into a wide variety of styles. For day or night, beach or town, one pattern can provide endless possibilities. See 10 pattern…
Gowns of Acclaimed Singer Marian Anderson Featured in Exhibit
The Museum of the City of New York chose four garments worn by the contralto singer who became known as "the voice of a century."
Learn Embroidery Online from the Royal School of Needlework
Stitching techniques are taught live from the internationally recognized UK school of stitching
A Simple Fly-Front Zipper | Video
Many pant styles, from jeans to trousers, call for a fly-front zipper. Author and teacher Pamela Leggett demonstrates her simple, foolproof method for sewing this type of zipper. You'll adapt…